Openings at Busia County

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Efficient utilization of funds and other Public resources placed at their disposal as they shall be the authorized officers in respect of exercise of delegated powers; and 
• Giving effect to lawful directives of County Executive Committee Members and keeping them informed of all important activities and events; 
• The administration of the County department
• Formulation and implementation of effective programs to attain vision 2030 and sector goals.
• Development and implementation of County’s strategic and Integrated Development Plans and sector development plans
• Implementation of policies, regulations and laws
• Providing strategic policy direction for effective service delivery
• Promotion of National Values and Principles as well as ensuring compliance as outlined in Articles 
• Determine, manage and develop the department’s workforce including execution of performance contracts and appraisal of staff
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT

• Be a Kenyan citizen.
• Have a Bachelor’s degree from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Possession of a Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
• Must be a member of a professional body relevant to the position applied for and in good standing
• Have vast knowledge and experience of not less than 10 years in the relevant field, five of which should be in a managerial position
• Be conversant with the Constitution of Kenya and all the devolution laws
• Demonstrate thorugh understanding of county development objectives and vision 2030
• Be a strategic thinker and results oriented
• Have excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Have capacity to work under pressure to meet timelines
• Have ability 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

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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEMBER 

• To supervise the administration and delivery of services in the respective departments of the County Government and all decentralized units and agencies in the County;
• Implement County legislation;
• Implement within the County, national legislation to the extent that the legislation so requires;
• Manage and co-ordinate the functions of the County administration and its department;
• Provide the County Assembly with the full and regular reports on matters relating to the County;
• May advise the Governor on matters within his/her area of jurisdiction

COUNTY EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEMBER JOB REQUIREMENTS 

• Be a Kenyan citizen;
• Be in possession of a first degree from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Master’s degree will be an added advantage;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution;
• Have knowledge, experience and distinguished career of not less than five years in the field relevant to the portfolio of the department to which the person is seeking to be considered;
• Understand the diversity, challenges and opportunities within the County;
• Should not hold any other State or Public Office;
• Be conversant with the Constitution of Kenya and all the devolution laws;
• Be a visionary and strategic thinker;
• Have the ability to work in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
• Have capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines;
• Be committed to be part of a team that will enable the County Government achieve her vision.