County Secretary (1) Post at Tharaka Nithi County Assembly

Requirements for Appointment

• Be a Kenyan Citizen;
• Be in possession of a Bachelor’s degree from a University recognized in Kenya;
• A Masters’ degree or higher academic qualifications from a University recognized in Kenya will be an added advantage;
• Have at least ten (10) years relevant experience, five years of which should have been in a leadership position or at an administrative/management level in Public Service or Private Sector;
• Possess knowledge of the organization and functions of Government;
• Have thorough knowledge of structural, legislative and regulatory framework of the Public Service;
• Demonstrate thorough understanding of County Government/National goals, policies and developmental objectives including the Kenya Vision 2030;
• Have demonstrable leadership and management capacity including knowledge of financial management and strategic people management;
• Have ability, readiness, and willingness to work under pressure,handle issues pragmatically as they arise, and observe strict adherence to deadlines
• Should be result oriented, prepared to stretch over the ordinary expectations and must be self-driven so as to work with minimal supervision
• Membership to a Professional Association/ body will be an added advantage.

Duties and Responsibilities

• The County Secretary will be in charge of administration in the County.
• He/ She will be responsible to the Governor for:
• Arranging the business and keeping minutes of the County Executive Committee subject to the directions of the County Secretary;
• Conveying decisions of the County Executive Committee to the appropriate persons and/or authorities/institutions;
• Ensuring efficient management of resources and co-ordination of Tharaka Nithi County Government resources;
• Providing strategic policy direction for improved service delivery;
• Developing and implementing an effective performance management system;
• Implementing strategic plans;
• Maintaining effective collaboration and partnerships with other organs of the County Government, the National Government, the private sector and other stakeholders;
• Providing leadership in mainstreaming Information Communication Technology in the operations of the County;
• Promoting values and principles spelt out in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenta in the operations of the County;
• Ensuring achievement of the goals and objectives of Kenya Vision 2030 and of other County and Inter-Governmental programs and projects;
• Performing any other functions as directed by the County Secretary.