Director Tourism- One Post at County Government of Busia

Advert No. CPSB/65/2023

Duties and Responsibilities

• Overseeing the implementation of tourism policies, strategies, programmes and projects; 
• Coordinating the development of tourism sector safety and crisis management guidelines; 
• Coordinating research and tourism intelligence surveys; 
• Developing Environmental Impact Assessment guidelines for the tourism sector in collaboration with relevant authorities; 
• Coordinating implementation of County Tourism Policy; 
• Formulating strategies for the development, promotion and regulation of the tourism sector;
• Coordinating preparation of response to County Assembly business enquiries; 
• Coordinating and preparation of briefs and reports in the tourism sector.
• Development of Small and Medium Tourism Enterprises (SMTE’s) and community-based tourism initiatives; 
• Coordinating implementation and review of bilateral and multi-lateral tourism agreements and protocols; 
• Fostering cross sectoral linkages with other stakeholders;
• Collaborating with other stakeholders on tourism matters in the industry; 
• Coordinating the preparation and review of departmental work plans and budget; 
• Mobilizing resources for the development of the tourism sector; and 
• Initiating proposals for investment incentives for development of tourism products and services.

Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to the position, an officer MUST have: -

• Served for a minimum period of three (3) years as Senior Assistant Director Tourism or in a comparable and relevant position in the private sector
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: Tourism, Tourism Management, Tourism and Hospitality Management, Leisure Tourism and Environment, Environmental Studies, Tourism and Environment, International Relations or any other relevant or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s Degree in any of the following fields: - Tourism, Tourism Management, Tourism and Hospitality Management, Leisure Tourism and Environment, Environmental Studies, Tourism and Environment,International Relations or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;
• Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than Six (Weeks) or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Computer applications certificate
• Demonstrated a high degree of professional competence, managerial capabilities and initiatives as reflected in work performance and results.