Sub- County Administrator at Vihiga County Government

 The Sub- County Administrator will be responsible to Director Public Service, Administration and Coordination of County Affairs for the following.

 Responsibilities

• Organizing, coordinating,  managing  and   supervising   the   general administrative functions in the Sub-County;
• Implementing and maintaining effective service delivery standards;
• Coordinating developmental activities to empower the community;
• Providing and maintaining infrastructures and facilities of Public Sector;
• Facilitating and coordinating citizen participation in development of policies and delivery of service;
• Preparing progress reports for management in accordance with approved reporting formats and ensuring timely submission;
• Ensure timely, efficient communication and coordination of all Sub- County activities;
• Participating in development of the annual work plan budget and policies, ensuring strict compliance with the relevant statutes;
• Ensuring compliance with National Values and Principles of Good Governance as outlined in Article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2012;
• Ensuring operationalization of service delivery in all the devolved unit in the Sub-County;
• Ensuring efficient management of resources and co-ordination of County Government resources; and ,
• Performing any other functions as directed by the supervisor

Salary Scale: The salary will be in Job Group “Q” and other benefits attached to this position will be as determined by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.

Terms of Service: Contract basis

Qualifications

• Be a Kenyan Citizen
• Have vast knowledge, experience and distinguished career of not less than of 8 year, of which at least 4 years in a senior position in Administration and Management in the Public Service or Private Sector.
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following Social Sciences: Public Administration, Business Management/ Administration, Strategic management, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following Social Sciences: Public Administration, Business Management/Administration, Human Resource Management, Strategic Management, Finance, Economics or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Fulfilled all the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya,
• Proven communication, proficiency in computer applications and report writing skills; and have capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines
• Demonstrated thorough understanding of Devolution, the County Development objectives/ National Goals policies and Vision
• Have thorough knowledge of structural, legislative and regulatory framework of the Public Service and Administration
• Have ability to work under in a multi-ethic environment with sensitivity and respect for
• Leadership/ Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
• Demonstrated high degree of professional and technical competence as reflected in work performance and results.
• Membership of any relevant Professional body will have an added advantage.

Kindly note that:

• County Government of Vihiga is an equal opportunity employer; Women, People from marginalized areas and persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply
• Please note that canvassing for these positions will lead to automatic disqualification.
• Salary and other benefits attached to the above vacant positions will be as determined by SRC guidelines.
• All the above vacant posts are on a 3-year renewable contract terms based on satisfactory performance.
• More details on the above advertised positions can be obtained on the County’s website