Environmental Officers - 2 Posts at The County Government of West Pokot

Duties and responsibilities

•  Identifying areas of Environmental concerns at the ward level and ensuring they are sufficiently addressed and incorporated in Environmental Management Plans;
•  Preparation of Ward Work Plans for all environmental activities and supervision of their implementation;
•  Collaborating with community and other stakeholders in environmental conservation activities at Ward level;
•  Documenting and promoting best environmental practices at Ward level;
•  Periodic preparation and submission of Environmental Progress Report at Ward level;
•  Facilitation and promotion of Citizen Participation in management of environmental affairs at Ward level;
•  Assisting the Sub-County Environment Officer and liaising with other county government officers in developing strategies for better environmental service delivery at Ward level.
•  Ensuring compliance and enforcement of Environmental Regulations within the Ward;
•  Assisting the Sub-County Environment Officer and liaising with other county government officers in developing strategies for better environmental service delivery;
•  Developing and updating Ward Environmental Databases;
•  Mobilizing the public to participate in environmental conservation, landscaping and management activities within the Ward including liaising with NGOs;
•  Conducting environmental education and public awareness on environmental issues at Ward level;
•  Any other duties that may be assigned to you from time to time by your supervisor.

Requirements for Appointment

•  A Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Planning and Management, Environmental Science Studies or any other related Degree from a recognized University in Kenya;
•  Demonstrate outstanding professional competence and integrity in work performance and results;
•  Thorough understanding of Environmental laws and regulations;
•  Ability to conduct research, organize and present information, write and compile analytical reports for presentation;
•  Associate Expert with relevant bodies will be added advantage;
•  Must satisfy the requirement of chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya.