Director Disaster Management at County Government of Busia

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Chief Officer -Governorship, he/she will be responsible for:

• Coordinating disaster risk management programmes, emergencies, policies, strategies in the county
• Developing and reviewing Disaster Response Plans and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for effective response;
• Supervising staff and overseeing the smooth running of the department
• Managing the department’s budget and maintain statistical and financial records
• Collaborating and Networking with like-minded partners to build a culture of risk reduction and effective emergency response plans;
• Acting as a focal point in best practices for replication and uptake by strategic partners and stakeholders;
• Establishing a unique County Emergency Operation Centre (EOC) for effective management and coordination of humanitarian emergencies;
• Ensuring total compliance to the Workplace safety standards (OSHA)
• Raising awareness to the public on disaster management and preparedness
• Any other duties as assigned from time to time.

Requirements

• Have served for a minimum period of 6 years in a field relevant.
• Master’s Degree in a relevant field
• Bachelor’s degree in Disaster Management, Social Science or related field from a recognized institution
• Certificate course in firefighting/fire rescue, first aid or any other disaster response course from a recognized institution
• Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Program lasting not less than six (6) weeks or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• attended a senior management course (SMC) or its equivalent lasting not less than four (4) weeks in a recognized Institution
• Demonstrate professional, technical, administrative competences and strong analytical skills with outstanding verbal and written communication
• Has the ability to work within a multi-cultural setting and management skills