Lands, Housing and Physical Planning at The County Government of West Pokot

The Chief Officer shall be the Authorized and Accounting Officer in a specific department and shall be responsible to the County Executive Committee Member.

Duties and Responsibilities

• General administration and co-ordination of the respective County department assigned
• Formulation and implementation of effective programs to attain vision 2030 and sectorial goals, as stated in the agenda of the County Administration
• 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.
• Overseeing management of finances, preparation of budget estimates, annual work plans and programmes.
• Be in charge of the human resource in the department
• Implementation and monitoring of performance management systems.
• 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 relevant professional body 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.