Chief Officers at The County Government of West Pokot

Duties and Responsibilities

• The administration of a County department
• Formulation and implementation of effective programs to attain vision 2030 and sectoral goals, as stated in the agenda of the County Executive Committee
• Development and implementation of policies and regulations
• Providing strategic policy direction for effective service delivery
• Ensuring compliance with the National Values and Principles of good governance as
• outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.
• Implementation of performance management in the relevant department.
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Requirements for Appointment

Be a Kenyan citizen

• Have a Bachelor`s degree in a relevant field from a university recognized in Kenya
• Possession of a Master`s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
• Member of a professional body relevant will be an added advantage.
• Have vast knowledge and experience of at least 5 years in the relevant field.
• Be conversant with the constitution of Kenya and all the devolution laws
• Demonstrate through understanding of county development objectives and vision 2030
• Be a strategic thinker and result oriented.
• Have excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Have capacity to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for
• diversity.
• Satisfies the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in
• Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya
• Be computer Literate.

NOTE:

Applicants are required to get clearance from the following institutions to meet requirements of

• Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya:
• Kenya Revenue Authority
• Higher Education Loans Board
• Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
• Criminal Investigation Department
• Credit Reference Bureau
• Copies of these clearances MUST be attached to the applications.

Terms of Service: 6 months Contract