Chief Officer-Agriculture & Irrigation at Laikipia County Government

Duties and responsibilities

A Chief Officer will be responsible to the County Executive Committee Member for:- general administration and coordination of the department; initiation, development and implementation of departmental development plans, strategic plans, sector plans, programs, projects and policies that conform to Vision 2030; promotion of National Values and Principles of good governance as outlined in Article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya; oversee implementation and monitoring of performance management systems; management of county public service; management of finances, preparation of budget estimates, annual work plans and programs and performing any other duty as may be assigned by the Executive Committee Member from time to time

Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to the grade of Chief Officer, a candidate must:

• Be a holder of a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following discipline: - Agriculture, Agribusiness; Agricultural Economics; Horticulture; Agricultural Education; Agricultural Extension; Natural Resources Management;
• Environmental Science; Range Management or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from recognized institution;
• Have knowledge, experience and a distinguished career of not less than ten (10) years;
• Demonstrate a good understanding of the County Government’s mandate, vision, mission as well as Vision 2030
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the National Values and Principles of Public Service
• Have knowledge of the relevant legislations such as the Kenya Constitution, County Government Act, 2012, Labour Relations Act, Employment Act and Public Finance Management Act
• Have a valid registration certificate by relevant professional body;
• Be a strategic thinker;
• Have excellent communication skills;
• Have thorough understanding and respect of the diversity within the County and,
• Have a certificate in computer applications.
• (Possession of a Master’s degree in the relevant discipline will be an added advantage)