County Chief Officer – Finance and Accounting Services at Nyamira County Public Service Board

Requirements for appointment: -

•  Be a Kenyan citizen
•  Have a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting from university recognized in Kenya;
•  Possession of professional qualification in the relevant field (CPA);
•  Possession of a Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage;
•  Must be a member of (ICPAK) or any accounting professional body;
•  Have vast knowledge and experience of not less than 10 years in the relevant field, five of which should be in a managerial position;
•  Be conversant with the Constitution of Kenya and all the devolution laws;
•  Demonstrate thorough understanding of county development objectives and vision 2030;
•  Be a strategic thinker and results oriented;
•  Have excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills;
•  Have capacity to work under pressure to meet timelines;
•  Have ability 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; and
•  Be computer literate.

Duties and Responsibilities

•  Efficient utilization of funds and other public resources placed at their disposal as they shall be the authorized officers in respect of exercise of delegated powers; and
•  Giving effect to lawful directives of County Executive Committee Members and keeping them informed of all-important activities and events;
•  The administration of the County Department
•  Formulation and implementation of effective programs to attain vision 2030 and sector goals
•  Development and implementation of County’s strategic and Integrated Development Plans and sector development plans
•  Implementation of policies, regulations and laws
•  Providing strategic policy direction for effective service delivery
•  Promotion of National Values and Principles as well as ensuring compliance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.
•  Determine, manage and develop the department’s workforce including execution of performance contracts and appraisal of staff
•  Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time