Turkana County Government Recruitment 2023

REF: TUR/CPSB/015/2022/2023:DIRECTOR ENVIRONMENT, JOB GROUP “R”, POSITION: ONE (1)

• The County Director Environment will be responsible to the County Chief Officer in interpretation and implementation of existing environment laws, rules and regulations and any other related laws that may be enacted to guide environment function.

Duties and responsibilities

• Supervise programmes, control and coordinate functions in the environment section and handle administrative, human resource and asset management issues in the section;
• Develop, implement and evaluate relevant divisional structures, plans, programmes and projects in the environment sector in the county;
• Oversee preparation of annual work plans and financial budget and coordinate activities by scheduling work assignment, setting priorities and directing the work of subordinate employees;
• Formulation of policies, procedures, plans and evaluation & enforcement of the environmental laws and regulations;
• Coordinate aspect of pollution control, waste management, recycling, environmental health and conservation;
• Manage environmental process within the county operations to ensure proper waste management and minimization systems in accordance with county government waste management policy and public health Act;
• Establish monitoring and evaluation systems for environment action goals;
• Develop and conduct programs to manage county resource with regards to the environment;
• Implement policies and regulations related to environment in the county.
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirement for appointment
For appointment in this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Served in the grade of Deputy Director of Environment for a minimum period of three (3) years or in any comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Public Sector;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following discipline: Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Environmental Resource Conservation, Environmental Engineering, BioSystem Engineering, Environmental Waste Management, Disaster Management, Geography, Environmental Health, Public Health or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Environmental Resource Conservation, Environmental Engineering, BioSystem Engineering, Environmental Waste Management, Disaster Management, Geography, Environmental Health, Public Health or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution will be added advantage;
• Attended Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution in Kenya;
• Certificate in Computer Application from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding for national goals, policies, objectives and the ability to relate them to the environment function.
• Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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REF:TUR/CPSB/016/2022/2023: DIRECTOR MINERAL RESOURCES, JOB GROUP “R”, POSITION: ONE (1)

• Director Mineral Resources will be responsible to County Chief Officer in matters related to mineral resources in the County.

Duties and responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain strategies to deliver profitable mining and geological consulting services within the county;
• Work with the community groups in the county to create a global service offering;
• Maintain high level of quality within the mining and geology groups and meet international standards;
• Promote innovation and the use of leading edge technology in the mining and geological studies undertaken by the local communities;
• Contribute to mining and geology success in securing business and maintaining profitability;
• Develop strategies, business plans/budget and business development to establish and grow the mining and geology sub sector into a profitable and successful consulting business within a diverse capability profile, a depth of skills and professional personnel and an enduring level of client and partner/associate loyalty that fits in with the county overall strategy;
• Active marketing of mining and geology group capabilities in order to secure a broad, diverse and well-resourced client base, and;
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirement for appointment
For appointment in this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Served in the grade of Assistant Director Mineral Resources for a minimum period of three (3) years or in any comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Public Sector;
• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or Geology from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in Mining Engineering or Geology from a recognized institution will be added advantage;
• Attended Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution in Kenya;
• Certificate in Computer Application from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding for national goals, policies, objectives and the ability to relate them to the mineral resources function.
• Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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REF: TUR/CPSB/017/2022/2023: DIRECTOR CULTURE, ARTS & HERITAGE, JOB GROUP “R”, POSITION: ONE (1)

• Director Culture and Arts and Heritage will be responsible to County Chief Officer in matters related to Culture and Arts in the County.

Duties and responsibilities

• Promote all forms of positive culture expressions through literature, the arts, traditional celebrations, science, communications, mass media, publications, libraries and other forms of cultural heritage;
• Develop and regulate cultural activities;
• Coordinate on observe international days on culture;
• Patent and promote unique cultural forums and music, cuisines, crafts and other forms of arts.
• Preserve, conserve and protect areas of cultural heritage;
• Formulate, implement and monitor culture and arts policies and legislative frameworks;
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirement for appointment
For appointment in this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Served in the grade of Assistant Director Culture and Arts for a minimum period of three (3) years or in any comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Public Sector;
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Science, or its relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in Social Science, or its relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution will be added advantage;
• Attended Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution in Kenya;
• Certificate in Computer Application from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding for national goals, policies, objectives and the ability to relate them to the Culture and Arts function.
• Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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REF:TUR/CPSB/018/2022/2023:DEPUTY DIRECTOR MINERAL RESOURCES, JOB GROUP “Q”, POSITION: ONE (1)

• Deputy Director Mineral Resources will be responsible to County Director Climate Change in matters related to mineral resources in the County.

Duties and responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain strategies to deliver profitable mining and geological consulting services within the county;
• Work with the community groups in the county to create a global service offering;
• Maintain high level of quality within the mining and geology groups and meet international standards;
• Promote innovation and the use of leading edge technology in the mining and geological studies undertaken by the local communities;
• Contribute to mining and geology success in securing business and maintaining profitability;
• Develop strategies, business plans/budget and business development to establish and grow the mining and geology sub sector into a profitable and successful consulting business within a diverse capability profile, a depth of skills and professional personnel and an enduring level of client and partner/associate loyalty that fits in with the county overall strategy;
• Active marketing of mining and geology group capabilities in order to secure a broad, diverse and well-resourced client base, and;
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirement for appointment
For appointment in this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Served in the grade of Assistant Director Mineral Resources for a minimum period of three (3) years or in any comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Public Sector;
• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or Geology from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in Mining Engineering or Geology from a recognized institution will be added advantage;
• Attended Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution in Kenya;
• Certificate in Computer Application from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding for national goals, policies, objectives and the ability to relate them to the mineral resources function.
• Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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REF:TUR/CPSB/019/2022/2023: DEPUTY DIRECTOR NATURAL RESOURCES, JOB GROUP “Q”, POSITION: ONE (1)

• Deputy Director Natural Resources will be responsible to County Director Natural Resources in matters related to Natural Resources in the County.

Duties and responsibilities

• Assist the director in implementation of programmes, projects and activities in the department;
• Assist in enforcement of relevant laws and regulations and monitoring resilience and health of natural resources;
• Promote natural resources activities in the county;
• Collect, analyze and report data and information on natural resources;
• Compile regular reports as may be required on natural resources activities;
• Identify needs, challenges and problems for developing and effective extension methods and practices through consultation with key stakeholders;
• Develop and implement action plan for enhancing public knowledge and skills of best natural resources management practices;
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirement for appointment
For appointment in this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Served in the grade of Assistant Director Natural Resources for a minimum period of three (3) years or in any comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Public Sector;
• Bachelor’s degree in Climate Change, Natural Resources or Forestry from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in Climate Change, Natural Resources or Forestry from a recognized institution will be added advantage;
• Attended Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution in Kenya;
• Certificate in Computer Application from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding for national goals, policies, objectives and the ability to relate them to the natural resources function.
• Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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REF: TUR/CPSB/020/2022/2023: DEPUTY DIRECTOR CULTURE AND ARTS, JOB GROUP “Q”. POSITION: ONE (1)

• Deputy Director Culture and Arts will be responsible to County Director Culture and Arts in matters related to Culture and Arts in the County.

Duties and responsibilities

• Promote all forms of positive culture expressions through literature, the arts, traditional celebrations, science, communications, mass media, publications, libraries and other forms of cultural heritage;
• Develop and regulate cultural activities;
• Coordinate on observe international days on culture;
• Patent and promote unique cultural forums and music, cuisines, crafts and other forms of arts.
• Preserve, conserve and protect areas of cultural heritage;
• Formulate, implement and monitor culture and arts policies and legislative frameworks;
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirement for appointment
For appointment in this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Served in the grade of Assistant Director Culture and Arts for a minimum period of three (3) years or in any comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Public Sector;
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Science, or its relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in Social Science, or its relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution will be added advantage;
• Attended Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution in Kenya;
• Certificate in Computer Application from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding for national goals, policies, objectives and the ability to relate them to the Culture and Arts function.
• Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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REF: TUR/CPSB/021/2022/2023; DIRECTOR CO-OPERATIVE DEVELOPMENT, JOB GROUP “R”, POSITION: ONE (1)

• The County Director Cooperative Development will be responsible to the County Chief Officer in interpretation and implementation of existing co-operative development laws, rules and regulations and any other related laws that may be enacted to guide co-operative development function.

Duties and responsibilities

• Providing technical advice on co-operative investments, finance, credit, marketing, project management, extension and advisory services;
• Developing and ensuring implementation of policies;
• Ensuring and enforcing compliance with co-operative legislations;
• Designing, coordination and monitoring the implementation of co-operative activities;
• Preparing and validating registration and deregistration of co-operative societies;
• Monitoring co-operative societies liquidation process;
• Developing education and training packages for co-operative movements;
• Analyzing data for policy formulation;
• Carrying out market research and disseminating research findings;
• Promoting value addition and processing;
• Undertaking co-operative risk assessment;
• Developing new financial products, creating new policies and other co-operative ventures;
• Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Requirement for Appointment
For appointment in this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Served in the grade of Deputy Director Co-operative Development for a minimum period of three (3) years or in any comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Public Sector;
• Bachelors degree in any of the following discipline: Co-operative Management, Commerce,
• Business Administration /Management, Agriculture, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics,
• Sociology, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Engineering, Co-operative Management, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Management and Organizational Development, Finance, or Agribusiness or any other related field from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following discipline: Co-operative Management, Commerce, Business Administration /Management, Agriculture, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Sociology, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Engineering, Co-operative Management, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Management and Organizational Development, Finance, or Agribusiness or any other related field from a recognized institution will be added advantage;
• Attended Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Computer Application from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding for national goals, policies, objectives and the ability to relate them to the co-operative development function.
• Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years

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REF: TUR/CPSB/022/2022/2023; DEPUTY DIRECTOR GENDER AFFAIRS, JOB GROUP “Q”, POSITION: ONE (1)
Duties and responsibilities

• Implementing policy and legislation framework for gender development in the county Management
• Planning, coordination and administration of gender service in the county
• Integrating gender programs, capacity building of communities to participate in development project and involve women and vulnerable groups and activities that promote their welfare;
• Coordinating the monitoring of the thirty percent affirmative action on gender representation and in socio economic development
• Coordinating and monitoring the promotion of awareness on harmful culture practice such as Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) and Gender Based Violence (GBV)
• Planning and implementing programs related to gender development affairs
• Maintaining records and lists of all gender and marginalized groups related activities within the county
• Promoting community participation and inter-county gender related activities.
• Formulating budget proposals and expenditure controls
• Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time

Requirement for appointment
For appointment in this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Served in the position of Assistant Director, Gender or equivalent position in the public service or private sector for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Gender Studies, Gender and Development, Sociology, Business Administration (Finance/Entrepreneurship), Anthropology, Counselling and Psychology, Economics, Law or any other relevant Social Science from a university recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Gender and Development, Business Administration, Project Development and Management, Anthropology, Counselling, Project Planning and Management will be an added advantage
• Demonstrated managerial, administrative and professional competence on matters relating to gender and social development.
• Attended a Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than Six (6) weeks or its equivalent from a recognized institution
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results
• Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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REF: TUR/CPSB/023/2022/2023, ASSISTANT DIRECTOR COOPERATIVE AUDIT, JOB GROUP “P”, POSITION: ONE (1)

• Assistant Director Co-operative Development will be responsible to Deputy Director Co-operative Development in matters related to Co-operative Development in the County.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice in areas of specialization;
• Advising on co-operative investment;
• Analyzing data for policy formulation;
• Enforcing compliance with co-operative legislations;
• Carry out market research and disseminating research findings;
• Promoting value addition and processing;
• Conducting co-operative banking inspections, and
• Undertaking co-operative risk management, preparing and evaluating co-operative activities and trends for promoting the co-operative movement;
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirement for appointment
For appointment in this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Served in the grade of Assistant Principal Co-operative Officer for a minimum period of three (3) years or in any comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Public Sector;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following discipline: Commerce, Business Management/Administration, Agriculture, Economics, Sociology, Law, Agricultural Economics, Co-operative Management, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Management and Organizational Development, Finance, or Agribusiness or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following discipline: Commerce, Business Management/Administration, Agriculture, Economics, Sociology, Law, Agricultural Economics, Co-operative Management, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Management and Organizational Development, Finance, or Agribusiness or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution will be added advantage;
• Attended Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution in Kenya;
• Certificate in Computer Application from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding for national goals, policies, objectives and the ability to relate them to the co-operative development function.
• Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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REF: TUR/CPSB/024/2022/2023: DIRECTOR LEGAL SERVICES, JOB GROUP “R”, POSITION: ONE (1)

• The County Director Legal Services will be responsible to the County Solicitor in providing legal advice, interpretation and guidance to county departments on implementation of relevant laws and any other related laws that may be enacted to guide their operations.

Duties and responsibilities

• Supervising legal counsels in the directorate undertaking complex litigations and arbitrations on behalf of the county;
• Drafting &reviewing complex legal documents, local and international contracts/agreements, drafting bills and subsidiary legislation;
• Providing legal advice and opinion to county departments;
• Ensuring compliance with national values and principles of good governance and public service as set out in article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya;
• Initiating and undertaking research on complex and emerging issues and preparing legal opinions, and;
• Ensuring compliance with county, national and regional and international instruments;
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirement for appointment
For appointment in this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Served in the grade of Deputy Director Legal Service for a minimum period of three (3) years or in any comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Public Sector;
• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in law or any other social science from a recognized university will be added advantage;
• Post graduate diploma in Law from Council of Legal Education;
• Must be an Advocate of High Court of Kenya having current practicing certificate;
• Attended Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution in Kenya;
• Certificate in Computer Application from a recognized institution.
• Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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REF: TUR/CPSB/025/2022/2023; DIRECTOR HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT, JOB GROUP “R”, POSITION: ONE (1),

• The County Director Human Resource Management & Development will be responsible to County Chief Officer for interpretation and implementation of the relevant laws, rules and regulation and any other related laws that may be enacted to guide on human resource management in the county.

Duties and responsibilities

• Establishing and operationalizing the human resource function;
• Formulating, implementing and reviewing Human Resource Management and Development policies, rules and regulations;
• Carrying out staff audit, identification of staff gaps and proposing optimal staffing levels in the county;
• Ensuring correct interpretation and implementation of human resource management policies, rules, regulations, labor laws and other relevant statutes;
• Ensuring compliance with the public service values and principles in the county;
• Setting performance standards and analyzing staffing levels;
• Establishing and coordinating the implementation of performance management system including performance appraisal system and reward and sanctions framework;
• Identifying the training needs and in liaison with Human Resource Development, designing,
• planning and ensuring implementation of training that will enhance and broaden skills of the human resource practitioners in the service;
• Planning, organizing, coordinating and administration of all human resource activities within the county;
• Advising the authorizing officer on delegated powers and ensuring proper implementation;
• Advising the authorized officer on the professional human resource management standards and ensuring that the standards are maintained;
• Advising on succession management/human resource planning and optimal utilization of human resources;
• Overseeing the development and maintenance of an up-to-date human resource management database;
• Overseeing the budgeting, fair allocation and optimal utilization of training resources and opportunities;
• Advising the county on career development and initiating development and review of scheme of services
• Shall be the Secretary of the County Human Resource Management Advisory Committee.
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirement for appointment
For appointment in this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Served in the grade of Deputy Director Deputy Director Human Resource Management and Development for a minimum period of three (3) years or in any comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Public Sector;
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Science such as Government, Sociology, Public Administration, Business Administration/Management, Human Resource Management or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in Social Science such as Government, Sociology, Public Administration, Business Administration/Management, Human Resource Management or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution will be added advantage;
• Registered member of the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM);
• Good standing as current member of Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM);
• Attended Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution in Kenya;
• Certificate in Computer Application from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding for national goals, policies, objectives and the ability to relate them to the Human Resource Management & Development function.
• Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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REF: TUR/CPSB/026/2022/2023, DIRECTOR ADMINISTRATION SERVICES, JOB GROUP “R”, POSITION: ELEVEN (11)

• The County Director Administration Services will be responsible to the County Chief Officer in charge of administration and disaster management in interpretation and implementation of existing laws, rules and regulations and any other related laws that may be enacted to guide administration services function in the county.

Duties and responsibilities

• Initiating, interpreting, implementing, and reviewing administrative policies, strategies, procedure and programmes;
• Coordinating, managing and supervising the general administrative functions in the county;
• Coordinating public service reforms;
• Overseeing service delivering in the county;
• Overseeing development of programmes and projects to empower the community;
• Coordinating and facilitating citizen participation in the development of policies, plans and delivery of services;
• Facilitating intra and inter-governmental relations and conflict resolution;
• Overseeing safe custody of county government assets;
• Coordinating and liaising with other directorate and departments in the county;
• Ensuring compliance with legal, statutory and regulatory requirement;
• Ensuring compliance with national values and principles of good governance;
• Exercising any function and powers delegated by the County Public Service Board;
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirement for Appointment
For appointment in this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Served in the grade of Deputy Director of Administration/Sub County Administrator for a minimum period of three (3) years or in any comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Public Sector;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following discipline: Public Administration, Business Administration /Management, Community Development or any other related field from recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following: Public Administration, Business Administration, Community Development any other Social Science from recognized institution will be added advantage;
• Attended Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Diploma in advanced Public Administration or equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Certify Chapter six (6) of the constitution; and
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding for national goals, policies, objectives and the ability to relate them to the administration function.
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
• Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years

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REF: TUR/CPSB/027/2022/2023; DEPUTY DIRECTOR ADMINISTRATION SERVICES, JOB GROUP “Q”, POSITION: SEVEN (7).

• The Deputy Director Administration Services will be responsible to the County Director of Administration in charge of administration in interpretation and implementation of existing laws rules and regulations and any other related laws that may be enacted to guide administration services function in the county.

Duties and responsibilities

• Initiating, interpreting, implementing, and reviewing administrative policies, strategies, procedure and programmes;
• Coordinating, managing and supervising the general administrative functions in the county;
• Coordinating public service reforms;
• Overseeing service delivering in the county;
• Overseeing development of programmes and projects to empower the community;
• Coordinating and facilitating citizen participation in the development of policies, plans and delivery of services;
• Facilitating intra and inter-governmental relations and conflict resolution;
• Overseeing safe custody of county government assets;
• Coordinating and liaising with other directorate and departments in the county;
• Ensuring compliance with legal, statutory and regulatory requirement;
• Ensuring compliance with national values and principles of good governance;
• Exercising any function and powers delegated by the County Public Service Board;
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirement for Appointment
For appointment in this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Served in the grade of Assistant Director of Administration/Sub County Administrator for a minimum period of three (3) years or in any comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Public Sector;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following discipline: Public Administration, Business Administration /Management, Community Development or any other related field from recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following: Public Administration, Business Administration, Community Development any other Social Science from recognized institution will be added advantage;
• Attended Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Diploma in advanced Public Administration or equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Certify Chapter six (6) of the constitution; and
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding for national goals, policies, objectives and the ability to relate them to the administration function.
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
• Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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REF: TUR/CPSB/028/2022/2023; DEPUTY DIRECTOR DISASTER MANAGEMENT, JOB GROUP “Q”, POSITION: ONE (1).

• The Assistant Director Disaster Management will be responsible to the Director Disaster Management for coordinating of Disaster Preparedness, implementation of policies and programmes.

Duties and Responsibilities:-

• Implement policies and strategies designed to effectively position Turkana as a lead county in disaster, drought management and climate change adaptation;
• Coordinate all drought management and climate change activities by stakeholders at the county level and ensure that strong coordinated mechanism are at place and improve the ability of the county to prevent, mitigate and prepare for the adverse impacts of disasters, drought and climate change;
• Oversee the establishment of effective risk management and control system in order to improve disaster management effectiveness;
• Ensure that the county drought and disaster early warnings systems consolidate all data from all relevant sources and provide timely and credible early warning information aligned to the needs of the users;
• Liaise with Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO’s)’s and other stakeholders to develop strong evidence base support of investing in disaster and drought resilience and preventive programming;
• Provide strategic leadership and direction in formulating, development, implementation and evaluation of the county strategic plan on disaster and drought prevention/mitigation;
• Implement an effective communication and public relations strategy to ensure that all stakeholders have access to information on drought and disaster for them to make informed decisions; and,
• Undertake any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Requirement for Appointment
For appointment in this grade, a candidate must have:-

• Served in the grade of assistant Director of Disaster Management for a minimum period of three (3) years or in any comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Public Sector,
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following discipline in any of the Social Science;
• Attended Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to inspire and motivate development partners, employees, volunteers and diverse client groups; and
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding for national goals, policies, objectives and the ability to relate them to the administration function.
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
• Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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REF: TUR/CPSB/029/2022/2023; ASSISTANT DIRECTOR DISASTER MANAGEMENT, JOB GROUP “P”, POSITION: TWO (2).

• The Assistant Director Disaster Management will be responsible to the Director Disaster Management for coordinating of Disaster Preparedness, implementation of policies and programmes.

Duties and Responsibilities:-

• Implement policies and strategies designed to effectively position Turkana as a lead county in disaster, drought management and climate change adaptation;
• Coordinate all drought management and climate change activities by stakeholders at the county level and ensure that strong coordinated mechanism are at place and improve the ability of the county to prevent, mitigate and prepare for the adverse impacts of disasters, drought and climate change;
• Oversee the establishment of effective risk management and control system in order to improve disaster management effectiveness;
• Ensure that the county drought and disaster early warnings systems consolidate all data from all relevant sources and provide timely and credible early warning information aligned to the needs of the users;
• Liaise with Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO’s)’s and other stakeholders to develop strong evidence base support of investing in disaster and drought resilience and preventive programming;
• Provide strategic leadership and direction in formulating, development, implementation and evaluation of the county strategic plan on disaster and drought prevention/mitigation;
• Implement an effective communication and public relations strategy to ensure that all stakeholders have access to information on drought and disaster for them to make informed decisions; and,
• Undertake any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Requirement for Appointment
For appointment in this grade, a candidate must have:-

• Served in the grade of Principle Disaster Management officer for a minimum period of three (3) years or in any comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Public Sector,
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following discipline in any of the Social Science;
• Attended Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to inspire and motivate development partners, employees, volunteers and diverse client groups; and
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding for national goals, policies, objectives and the ability to relate them to the administration function.
• Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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REF: TUR/CPSB/030/2022/2023; ASSISTANT DIRECTOR ENFORCEMENT, JOB GROUP “P” POSITION: ONE (1)
Duties and Responsibilities:-

• Conduct all internal investigations and liaise with National Investigation Agencies for referral;
• Investigate, collate, correlate, evaluate, interpret, disseminate and store information which is relevant to the performance of the County Government;
• Detect and investigate all suspected fraudulent transactions within the County Government of Turkana
• Take steps to protect the security interests of the county whether social, economic or political;
• Liaise with National Security Agencies and other security agencies in the county;
• Safeguard information systems and processes within the county departments
• Support and aid law enforcement agencies in detecting and preventing serious crimes and other threats to the county government;
• Make recommendations to the security and enforcement on policies concerning security at the county;
• Perform any other duties and tasks that might be assigned

For appointment to this position an officer must have; -

• Must be a Citizen Kenyan
• Served in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Private Sector for a minimum period of nine (9) years;
• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines:-Security Management, Criminology and Fraud Management, Criminology and Security Studies, Criminal Justice; Police Science, Military Science, Forensic Investigations and Penology or its equivalent from a recognized institution

OR

• Approved Enforcement Officers Course or Police Training Course or Administration Police Course from a recognized Government institution in Kenya.
• Computer literacy
• Master’s degree in a relevant degree will be an added advantage
• Compliance with the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya
• Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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REF: TUR/CPSB/031/2022/2023; DIRECTOR ECDE, JOB GROUP “Q” POSITION: ONE (1).
Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in the management, development and implementation of ECDE Programmes;
• Mobilize resources for ECDE projects and programmes;
• Develop partnership with various stakeholders to improve status and management of ECDE Centers and link the stakeholders to the Ministry;
• Lead in preparation and implementation of the strategic plan, annual work plans and periodic reports of the department;
• Provide technical and coordination support to the stakeholders and partners in mainstreaming ECDE;
• Manage and review regular reports from ECDE Program Officers;
• Compile reports and disseminate technical reviews and improvements in project quality and partner support;
• Develop play-based curriculum for ECDE in the county; and
• Supervise the design, development and preparation of ECDE play and learning materials for both normal and special needs children.

For appointment to this position an officer must have; -

• Be a Kenyan citizen;
• Have a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Development & Education (ECDE) from a recognized University;
• Have a Master’s degree in ECDE or a related field from a recognized university;
• Have clear understanding of ECDE policies, framework, goals and objectives;
• Have excellent interpersonal communication and report writing skills;
• Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Program or its equivalent from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;
• Demonstrate professional competence in work performance and be result oriented in execution of duties and responsibilities;
• Have ten (10) years working experience, three (3) of which should be in the grade of Deputy Director, ECDE or; Served in a comparable and relevant position in the Private Sector for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Have exposure in curriculum development and child health monitoring;
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010; and
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
• Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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REF: TUR/CPSB/032/2022/2023; DEPUTY DIRECTOR ECDE, JOB GROUP “Q” POSITION: ONE (1).

Duties and responsibilities

• Mobilizing resources for ECDE projects and programmes;
• Developing partnership with various stakeholders to improve status and management of ECDE Centers and link the stakeholders to the Ministry;
• Helping in preparation and implementation of the strategic plan, annual work plans and periodic reports in the department;
• Providing technical and coordination support to the stakeholders and partners in mainstreaming the ECDE;
• Assisting in the coordinating, developing, reviewing and implementing ECDE policies;
• Promoting awareness on early childhood needs and demands to local communities and parents;
• Managing and overseeing the implementation of the ECDE program in the county;
• Preparing of ECDE strategies, giving technical advice and guidance to ECDE assistants;
• Managing, reporting and reviewing of regular reports from ECDE;
• Compiling reports and disseminating for technical review; facilitating a process to identify issues, challenges and innovative responses highlighted in reports;
• Organizing and sharing compiled feedback reports for improvements in project quality and partner support;
• Developing play-based curriculum for ECDE in the County;
• Supervising the design, developing and preparing of ECDE play and learning materials for both normal and special needs children; and
• Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

For appointment to this position and officer must have; -

• Be a Kenyan Citizen;
• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a Post Graduate diploma in Education from a recognized University;
• Master’s degree in ECDE related fields from a recognized university will be added advantage;
• Have clear understanding of ECDE policies, framework, goals and objectives;
• Have excellent interpersonal communication and report writing skills;
• Certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks or its equivalent from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrate professional competence in work performance and be result oriented in execution of duties and responsibilities;
• A Certificate in Computer Application from a recognized institution;
• Have exposure in curriculum development and child health monitoring; and
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
• Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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REF: TUR/CPSB/033 /2022/2023; DEPUTY DIRECTOR VOCATIONAL TRAINING JOB GROUP “Q” POSITION: ONE (1)

Duties and responsibilities

• Supervising the provision of appropriate curriculum support materials, tools and equipment
• Monitor youth polytechnic trainee enrolment and implementation of curricular and cocurricular activities to maintain standards
• Assessing upcoming youth polytechnics’ capacity for registration as training institutions and examination centers
• Strengthening strategic partnerships and collaborations among stakeholders on revitalization, rehabilitation and promotion of youth polytechnic training
• Supervising disbursement of subsidized youth polytechnic tuition scheme and grants
• Coordinating development and integration of information communication technology in youth polytechnic training
• Managing inter-youth polytechnic exchange programs to enhance learning
• Ensuing the development and maintenance of assets and skills inventories in youth polytechnics
• Building capacity in youth polytechnics by conducting regular human resource planning
• Liaising with Kenya Institute of Education and Kenya National Examinations Council in developing and reviewing curricular and also administering examinations in youth polytechnics
• Validating youth polytechnic reports against set criteria
• Preparing departmental budgets, procurement plan and annual work plans

Requirement for appointment
For appointment in this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Have knowledge and relevant work experience of not less than five (5) years, three (3) of which must have been at management level
• Bachelor’s degree in Education/ Technology Education; Bachelor of Science/ Arts with a post graduate diploma in Education from a recognized institution;
• Masters’ Degree in Education or Technology Education, Science /Arts from a recognized institution;
• Having undergone Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme course of not less than six weeks or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Computer applications from a recognized Institution
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance results
• Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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REF: TUR/CPSB/034/2022/2023; DIRECTOR AGRICULTURE, JOB GROUP “R”, POSITION: ONE (1)

• Director Agriculture will be responsible to County Chief Officer in matters related to Agriculture in the County.

Duties and responsibilities

• Coordination of the implementation of agricultural development policies programmes and projects within the County;
• Coordination of the agricultural extension services, research liaison, agricultural education, training programmes and other cross -cutting issues in the County;
• Coordination of the preparation and implementation of work plans and budgets in the agriculture Sub-sector.
• Member to various relevant Boards and Committees operating at County levels;
• Provision and improvement of administrative links between the County and the field services;
• Management of resources in the Agriculture Sub-sector
• Participation in monitoring and evaluation of projects and programmes within the County;
• Promotion of collaboration of stakeholder participation in extension delivery;
• Participation in field days, exhibitions and shows/trade fairs;
• Preparation and implement of performance contract for the Agriculture Sub-sector;
• Oversee the operations of Farmers & Staff Training institutions;
• Represent government position in the agricultural boards, committees and institutions as provided by the law
• Identify impediments and constraints to implementation of policies and programmes and projects in the county
• Develop and enact bills and regulatory frameworks for county specific policies
• Develop linkages within the agricultural sector and with other relevant stakeholders including National and regional organizations for Agricultural development
• Mainstreaming Integrity Assurance in projects and programmes;
• Appraising staff;
• Coordination and compilation of periodic reports;

Requirement for appointment
For appointment in this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Served in the grade of Deputy Director of Agriculture for a minimum period of three (3) years or in any comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Public Sector;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following discipline: Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural and Bio-Systems Engineering, Soil Water and Environment Environmental Engineering,
• Environmental and Bio-System Engineering, Biomechanical and Processing Engineering, Soil and Water Engineering or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following discipline: Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural and Bio-Systems Engineering, Soil Water and Environment Environmental Engineering, Environmental and Bio-System Engineering, Biomechanical and Processing Engineering, Soil and Water Engineering or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution will be added advantage;
• Registered as engineer with Engineers Registration Board (ERB);
• Membership with the institute of Engineers of Kenya (IEK);
• Attended Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution in Kenya;
• Certificate in Computer Application from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding for national goals, policies, objectives and the ability to relate them to the irrigation function.
• Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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REF: TUR/CPSB/035/2022/2023; DIRECTOR LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION, JOB GROUP “R”, POSITION: ONE (1)

• The Director Livestock Production will be responsible to the County Chief Officer in charge of Livestock Production and Fisheries for planning, directing, controlling and coordinating of livestock development policies and programmes.

Duties and Responsibilities:-

• Organization, directing, controlling and coordinating of the function of Livestock Production in the County;
• Developing appropriate county department policies, legal and institutional frameworks for the implementation of the mandate of Livestock Development;
• Coordination of production, documentation and dissemination of Livestock Production;
• Interpreting and applying national and county laws and other related statutes in line with the county goals and objectives;
• Designing and managing complex disease control programmes;
• Acquisition of professional and management equipment & materials for livestock development;
• Perform any other duty as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirement for Appointment
For appointment in this grade, a candidate must have:-

• Serve in the grade of Deputy Director of Livestock Production or in a comparable and relevant position in the public service or private sector for minimum period of three (3) years;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following; Animal Science/Animal Production, Agriculture, Agribusiness, Food Science and Technology, Agriculture and Home Economics, Range Management/Natural Resource Management, Livestock/Agricultural Economics, and Diary Technology, Agricultural Extension or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from recognized institutions;
• Master’s degree in any of the following; Animal Science/Animal Production, Agriculture, Agribusiness, Food Science and Technology, Agriculture and Home Economics, Range Management/Natural Resource Management, Livestock/Agricultural Economics, and Diary Technology, Agricultural Extension or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from recognized institutions;
• Attended Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding for national goals, policies, objectives and the ability to relate them to the administration function.
• Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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REF: TUR/CPSB/036/2022/2023; DIRECTOR FISHERIES, JOB GROUP “R”, POSITION: ONE (1)

• The County Director Fisheries will be responsible to the County Chief Officer in interpretation and implementation of existing fisheries laws, rules and regulations and any other related laws that may be enacted to guide fisheries function.

Duties and responsibilities

• Supervise programmes, control and coordinate functions in the fisheries section and handle administrative, human resource and asset management issues in the section;
• Develop, implement and evaluate relevant divisional structures, plans, programmes and projects in the fisheries sector in the county;
• Oversee preparation of annual work plans and financial budget and coordinate activities by scheduling work assignment, setting priorities and directing the work of subordinate employees;
• Formulation of policies, procedures, plans and evaluation & enforcement of the fisheries laws and regulations;
• Manage fisheries process within the county operations to ensure proper waste management
• and minimization systems in accordance with county government waste management policy and public health Act;
• Establish monitoring and evaluation systems for fisheries action goals;
• Develop and conduct programs to manage county resource with regards to the fisheries;
• Implement policies and regulations related to fisheries in the county.
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirement for appointment
For appointment in this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Served in the grade of Deputy Director of Fisheries for a minimum period of three (3) years or in any comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Public Sector;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following discipline: Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Environmental Resource Conservation, Environmental Engineering, Bio-System Engineering, Environmental Waste Management, Disaster Management, Geography, Environmental Health, Public Health or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following discipline: Fisheries Science, Fisheries Management, or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution will be added advantage;
• Attended Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution in Kenya;
• Certificate in Computer Application from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding for national goals, policies, objectives and the ability to relate them to the environment function.
• Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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REF: TUR/CPSB/037/2022/2023; DEPUTY DIRECTOR AGRICULTURE, JOB GROUP “Q”, POSITION: ONE (1)

• Deputy Director Agriculture will be responsible to County Director Agriculture in matters related to Irrigation in the County.

Duties and responsibilities

• Initiating formulation of policies and programmes for agricultural development;
• Coordinating training of graduate engineers and technicians;
• Supervising preparation of irrigation tender documents;
• Validating reports and socio-economic and environmental impact of agricultural development;
• Promoting research and innovation in agricultural sector;
• Carrying out monitoring and evaluation of programmmes and projects;
• Coordinating the planning, designing and construction, operation and maintenance of irrigation systems.
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirement for appointment
For appointment in this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Served in the grade of Assistant Director of Agriculture for a minimum period of three (3) years or in any comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Public Sector;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following discipline: Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural and Bio-Systems Engineering, Soil Water and Environment Environmental Engineering, Environmental and Bio-System Engineering, Biomechanical and Processing Engineering, Soil and Water Engineering or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following discipline: Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural and Bio-Systems Engineering, Soil Water and Environment Environmental Engineering, Environmental and Bio-System Engineering, Biomechanical and Processing Engineering, Soil and Water Engineering or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution will be added advantage;
• Registered as engineer with Engineers Registration Board (ERB);
• Membership with the institute of Engineers of Kenya (IEK);
• Attended Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution in Kenya;
• Certificate in Computer Application from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding for national goals, policies, objectives and the ability to relate them to the irrigation function
• Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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REF: TUR/CPSB/038/2022/2023; DIRECTOR ACCOUNTING SERVICES, JOB GROUP “R”, POSITION: ONE (1).

• The Director Accounting Services will be responsible to the County Chief Officer in interpretation and implementation of the Public Finance Management Act, 2012, regulations, rules and any other related laws that are in place and which may be enacted to guide the accounting services function in the county.

Duties and responsibilities

• Planning, organizing, coordinating and administration of all accounting activities within the accounting unit;
• Provision of advisory services to the accounting officer and other stakeholders on all financial and accounting matters in the counting unit;
• Ensuring proper interpretation and implementation of financial regulations and procedures, treasury circulars, letters and instructions;
• Developing supplementary financial regulation and procedures to enhance internal controls established through normal treasury regulations and procedures;
• Provision of quality and timely accounting services in the accounting unit including maintenance of accurate accounting records and preparation of management and statutory financial reports;
• Ensuring conformity to the law;
• Participating fully in departmental committee especially tender, planning, audit, training etc;
• Maintain an inventory on all bank accounts in the accounting unit and their approved signatories;
• Ensuring safe custody of government assets and records, and
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirement for appointment
For appointment in this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Served in the grade of Deputy Director of Accounting Services or a minimum period of three (3) years or in any comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Public Sector;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following discipline: Economics, Commerce, (Accounting or Finance Option), Business Administration/Business Management (Accounting or Finance Option), Finance, Accounting or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s Degree in any of the following discipline: Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Commerce or in any other related qualification from a recognized institution will be added advantage;
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) in good standing;
• Attended Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution in Kenya;
• Certificate in Computer Application from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding for national goals, policies, objectives and the ability to relate them to the budgeting function.
• Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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REF: TUR/CPSB/039/2022/2023; DIRECTOR BUDGET, JOB GROUP “R”, POSITION: ONE (1).

• The County Director Budget will be responsible to the County Chief Officer in interpretation and implementation of the Public Finance Management Act, 2012, regulations, rules and any other related laws which may be enacted to guide the budget function in the county.

Duties and responsibilities

• Preparation of budget and ensuring units’ adherence to the budget ceilings;
• Control of budgetary commitments;
• Financial evaluation and processing of major policy changes (i.e change will substantial financial implications) within the programs/projects;
• Monitoring and review of programmes implementation and taking corrective measures;
• Coordinating budget preparation process;
• Developing improved budgetary practices and systems within the county public service;
• Monitoring and reviewing of financial and physical implementation of projects and programmmes and initiating corrective measures;
• Initiating policy changes with regard to the overall expenditure patterns;
• Undertaking risk analysis in budget management;
• Undertaking risk management for flagship projects /programs;
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirement for appointment
For appointment in this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Served in the grade of Deputy Director of Budget for a minimum period of three (3) years or in any comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Public Sector;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following discipline: Economics, Commerce, (Accounting or Finance Option), Business Administration/Business Management (Accounting or Finance Option), Finance, Accounting or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s Degree in any of the following discipline: Business Management, Economics, Finance or in any other related qualification from a recognized institution will be added advantage;
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) in good standing;
• Attended Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution in Kenya;
• Certificate in Computer Application from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding for national goals, policies, objectives and the ability to relate them to the budgeting function
• Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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The County Director Revenue will be responsible to the County Chief Officer in interpretation and implementation of the Public Finance Management Act, 2012, regulations, rules and any other related laws which may be enacted to guide the revenue function in the county.
Duties and responsibilities

• Day to day running of the county revenue collection section;
• Implementing county policies and regulations on revenue;
• Developing and implementing plans to operationalize the county revenue to enhance effective revenue collection and growth;
• Designing effective, efficient and secure systems of collecting revenue;
• Maintain records of all the revenue sources/centers, rates and revenues collected;
• Setting up and projecting regular revenue trends for planning and decision making in the county;
• Planning, formulating strategies and identifying sources of revenue;
• Submitting regular reports on matters of revenue collection, and;
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirement for appointment
For appointment in this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Served in the grade of Deputy Director of Revenue for a minimum period of Ten (10) years or in any comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Public Sector;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following discipline: Economics, Commerce, (Accounting or Finance Option), Business Administration/Business Management (Accounting or Finance Option), Finance, Accounting or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s Degree in any of the following discipline: Business Management, Economics, Finance or in any other related qualification from a recognized institution will be added advantage;
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) in good standing;
• Attended Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution in Kenya;
• Certificate in Computer Application from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding for national goals, policies, objectives and the ability to relate them to the revenue collection function.
• Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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REF: TUR/CPSB/041/2022/2023; DIRECTOR ICT & E-GOVERNMENT, JOB GROUP “R”, POSITION ONE (1).

• The County Director ICT & E-Government will be responsible to the County Chief Officer in interpretation and implementation of existing laws, rules and regulations and any other related laws that may be enacted to guide information, communication and technology function in the county.

Duties and responsibilities

• Advice and guide the county government on ICT policy, strategy and implementation of ICT projects in compliance with national and county legal and regulatory requirements;
• Implement county and national ICT policy and E-Government master plan;
• Oversee the implementation and maintenance of ICT infrastructure in line with ICT growth, plans and changing business requirement or technology advancement;
• Implementation of recommendation contained in the ICT transformative road map that is anchored in the county Integrated Development Plan (CIDP);
• Maintain the community information centers at all levels;
• Development and maintenance of the computerized information system and IT infrastructure
• to provide effective technical support in the maintenance of ICT systems and equipment and ensure they are always in good working conditions;
• Provide consulting services on automation of internal processes for all county government services in liaison with users in order to provide enhanced operational efficiency and effectiveness in service delivery;
• Provide ICT services to the county government that include carrying out system design, installations, analysis, configuration, repair and maintenance of local and wide areas networks and associated peripherals;
• Ensure verification, validation and certification of ICT equipment before commissioning;
• Manage and provide oversight for implementation of any ICT strategy and disaster recovery plans that minimize the risk of data loss and breach of privacy of county information data base;
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirement for Appointment
For appointment in this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Served in the grade of Deputy Director of Deputy Director ICT & E-Government for a minimum period of three (3) years or in any comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Public Sector;
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Communication Technology or related field from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Communication Technology or related field from a recognized institution will be added advantage;
• Technical knowledge in computer programming, information communication or related field from a recognized institution;
• Attended Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Professional certification such as Certified Computer Network Professional (CCNP), CCNA, MCSE, MCSA, MCSD, Oracle Certified Database administrator OCDBA, Microsoft Certified Database Administrator MCDBA or their equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Member of the ICT professional body;
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding for national goals, policies, objectives and the ability to relate them to the ICT & E-Government function.
• Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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REF: TUR/CPSB/042/2022/2023; DEPUTY DIRECTOR ICT & E-GOVERNMENT, JOB GROUP “Q”, POSITION: ONE (1).

• The Deputy Director ICT & E-Government will be responsible to the County Director ICT & EGovernment in matters related to CT & E-Government in the County.

Duties and responsibilities

• Ensuring optimal operation of all network hardware and equipments routers and switches;
• Ensuring network connectivity of all servers, workstations, telephony equipment, tax machines and any other network appliances;
• Overseeing the monitor and administration of network to ensure continues availability of services and responses to any arising network issue;
• Ensuring the planning, designing and implementation of secure networks;
• Collaborating with relevant stakeholders on the development of infrastructure standards;
• Providing guidance on the application of appropriate software to monitor MCDAs network and systems;
• Coordinating research on emerging issues on network and system and recommend appropriate mitigations,
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirement for Appointment
For appointment in this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Served in the grade of Assistant Director ICT & E-Government for a minimum period of three (3) years or in any comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Public Sector;
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Communication Technology or related field from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Communication Technology or related field from a recognized institution;
• Attended Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Professional certification such as Certified Computer Network Professional (CCNP), CCNA,
• MCSE, MCSA, MCSD, Oracle Certified Database administrator OCDBA, Microsoft Certified Database Administrator MCDBA or their equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Member of the ICT professional body;
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding for national goals, policies, objectives and the ability to relate them to the ICT & E-Government function.
• Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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REF: TUR/CPSB/043/2022/2023; ASSISTANT DIRECTOR BUDGET, JOB GROUP “P”, POSITION: ONE (1).

• Assistant Director Budget will be responsible to Deputy Director Budget in matters related to Budget in the County.

Duties and responsibilities

• Coordination of budget preparations for various ministries;
• Scheduling of expenditures consistent with work plans and contract liability projections for identification and budgeting of contractual and legal financial obligations;
• Coordination of preparation of annual work plans, procurement plans and cash management;
• Convening shareholders consultations; result based performance, risk management and development reforms in the budget making process
• Taking responsibility for resource allocation and analysis of programme performance targets;
• Consolidating sub-county budget for recurrent and development votes;
• Negotiating with ministries on expenditure proposals to be factored both in printed and revised estimate;
• Preparation of sub-quarterly expenditure forecast as basis for discussion with county treasury for release of funds;
• Monitoring and evaluating expenditure on projects and programmes implementation on periodic basis and ensure timely and corrective measures are taken, and;
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirement for appointment
For appointment in this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Served in the grade of Principal Budget Officer for a minimum period of three (3) years or in any comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Public Sector;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following discipline: Economics, Commerce, (Accounting or Finance Option), Business Administration/Business Management (Accounting or Finance
• Option), Finance, Accounting or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s Degree in any of the following discipline: Business Management, Economics, Finance or in any other related qualification from a recognized institution will be added advantage;
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K);
• Attended Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution in Kenya;
• Certificate in Computer Application from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding for national goals, policies, objectives and the ability to relate them to the budgeting function.
• Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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The Deputy County Secretary in charge of Cabinet Affairs and Administration will be responsible to the Secretary of the County Cabinet / County Secretary/Head of County Public Service.
Duties and Responsibilities:-

• Manage cabinet and coordination of Government affairs;
• Coordination of cabinets affairs to the County Ministries and Departments;
• Ensure County Ministries and Departments respond to issues raised in Cabinet;
• Providing secretariat services to the County Cabinet;
• Assisting in the coordination of the County Governments legislation programme
• Acting as a channel of communication between the County Governor and the County Government and being responsible for the overall policy and administration of the CountyGovernment;
• Issuing guidance to departments on county Government decision making to the Ministries/Departments issues through cabinet office circulars;
• Briefing Ministries/Departments, Ministerial staff on Cabinet processes and requirements;
• Initiate new bills, government bills which are debated in the Cabinet.
• Update the Secretary of the Cabinet on the progress of activities taking place in the Ministries/Departments;
• Provide cabinet with full and regular reports concerning matters discussed and deliberated;
• Maintaining a central records of Cabinet, Ministerial/Departments, submission and Minutes;
• Archival documentation, classification and preservation of the confidentiality of the records of County Government;
• Accurate recording of proceedings, decisions and directives of the cabinet to the Ministries/Departments;
• Perform any duty delegated by the Secretary of the Cabinet.

Requirement for Appointment
For appointment in this grade, a candidate must have:-

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following discipline; Public Administration, Business Administration /Management, Strategic Management, Community Development or any other related field from recognized institution;
• Master degree in any of the following; Public Administration, Business Administration, Strategic Management, Community Development any other Social Science from recognized institution;
• Attended Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Certify Chapter six (6) of the constitution; and
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding for national goals, policies, objectives and the ability to relate them to the administration function.
   

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REF: TUR/CPSB/045/2022/2023; DIRECTOR PEACE BUILDING & CONFLICT MANAGEMENT, JOB GROUP “R”, POSITIONS: ONE (1).
Duties and Responsibilities:-

• Ensures people of your area of operation are inculcated to move from a culture of reaction to prevention of conflict and initiate strategies that address more immediate as well as deep rooted cultural course of conflict resolution and enhance continuous harmony and peaceful community existence;
• Monitor and report promptly incidents of conflict within area of operation and cross borders along areas of operation;
• Address and report such cases of incidences to the relevant authorities for appropriate action to be undertaken accordingly;
• Organize and conduct inter and intra community peace building meetings in sub counties and mobilize key leaders, women, youth, peace committee members and other stakeholders to participate in such peace building initiatives;
• Initiate and mainstream pro-active programmes that are strategically geared to towards peace building and conflict management;
• Bring together all relevant actors to marshal resources and to advice on and propose integrate strategies for peace building and conflict resolutions;
• Develop an inter-agency capacity for conflict prevention and peace building at various level in your areas of operation;
• Employ and effectively support mediation effort in order to head-off potential crisis and consequent conflict at an early and manageable stage;
• Monitor the local socio-political development and advice on conflict prevention, management and peace building initiative respectively;
• Engage in peace building talks, crisis diplomacy and mainstream them pro-actively;
• Assist in monitoring security situation in mapped conflict zones and inform relevant county security agencies for any potential risk and timely remedial action;
• Conduct ad-hoc training in peace building for residents in conflict prone zones;
• Prepare quarterly and annual reports on peace building initiative/programmes from the respective region;
• Liaise with sub county administrator, ward administrator and other stakeholders to monitor and respond to conflict incidences;
• Perform any other duty assigned from time to time.

Requirement for Appointment

• At least 5 years’ experience in peacebuilding, conflict resolution, or relevant field
• Must have demonstrated high- level leadership, interpersonal, and analytical skills
• Experience with project design, management, implementation and monitoring and evaluation
• Demonstrated experience effectively working with local government structures, senior government officials, civil society actors, private sector entities, and development partners
• Demonstrated experience working effectively with diverse teams and building partnerships
• Demonstrated experience with community mobilization and empowerment, and multi-stakeholder engagement and negotiations
• Demonstrated commitment to gender integration, social inclusion, and building social cohesion
• Strong administrative and organization skills, commitment, attention to detail and strong forward planning skills
• Hands on approach to work, with the ability to deliver on deadlines in a fast-paced and fast-changing environment, with minimal or no supervision

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REF: TUR/CPSB/046/2022/2023; ASSISTANT DIRECTOR PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS, JOB GROUP “P”, ONE (1)

Duties and responsibilities will entail:-

• analyzing information on programmes, significant events and impact on the customers in a specific sectoral area;
• researching on possible causes of negative publicity in the County Government on both local and national press and assisting in the development of appropriate strategies to address the situation;
• dentifying County Government events that require packaging for dissemination to the media and the public; and preparing and organizing forum where County Government policies, programmes and projects can be propagated and promoted.
• In addition, the officer will prepare media supplements, documentaries, press releases/media features; and regularly attend meetings at the Public Communications Office to deliberate on cross cutting issues that require to be centrally disseminated by the Office of Public Communications.

Requirements for appointment for appointment to this grade, an officer must:

• have served in the grade of Principal Public Communications Officer or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period three (3) years;
• have a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Mass Communication, Public Relations, Communications Studies, Journalism, International Relations, Social Sciences or any other approved equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• have a masters degree in any of the following disciplines: Communication Studies; Mass Communication; Journalism, Public Relations; Information Science, Social Sciences or any other approved equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution; (iv) possess advanced computer application skills;
• possess good oral and written communication skills in both English and Kiswahili; (vi) be a person of high integrity, motivated and a team player; and
• Have demonstrated professional competence and managerial capability as reflected in work performance and results.
• Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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REF: TUR/CPSB/047/2022/2023; DIRECTOR WATER SERVICES, JOB GROUP “R”, POSITION: ONE (1),

• The County Director Water Services will be responsible to the County Chief Officer in interpretation and implementation of the Water Act and regulations, rules and any other related laws that are in place and which may be enacted to guide water services function.

Duties and responsibilities

• Water sector programmes implementation and coordination within the county;
• Ensuring that all designs, reports and drawings are produced and signed at the relevant levels;
• Liaising with other institutions on the implementation of projects and programs related to water within the county;
• Preparation of performance reporting drafts for water services providers and staff working in the department;
• Preparing professional and quality standards for construction of water supply and sewerage infrastructure;
• Overseeing the construction of water services and sewerage works undertaken directly or by contract;
• Formulating, monitoring and evaluating requirement of physical and financial progress of development projects and programs;
• Verification of technical tender documents on water supply and sewerage infrastructure;
• Implementing water pricing policies and strategies for rural, urban and waste water systems;
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirement for appointment
For appointment in this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Served in the grade of Deputy Director Water Services for a minimum period of three (3) years or in any comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Public Sector;
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution will be added advantage;
• Registered by Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) as an engineer;
• Member of Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK);
• Attended Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution in Kenya;
• Certificate in Computer Application from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding for national goals, policies, objectives and the ability to relate them to the water services function.
• Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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REF: TUR/CPSB/048/2022/2023; DEPUTY DIRECTOR WATER SERVICES, JOB GROUP “Q” POSITION: ONE (1).
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:

• Have served for at least (5) years in the water sector or related field, three (3) of which should have been in the grade of Superintending Geologist ( Water) or Senior Superintendent Water, Job Group ‘M’ or above or in a comparable position in the Public ‘Service;
• Have a Bachelor of Science degree in any of the following disciplines: Water Resources, Geology, Water Engineering , or equivalent qualifications from a recognized university;
• Be registered by the Engineers Registration Board or Geologists Registration Board of Kenya; and
• Have demonstrated professional competence and administrative ability in Water Resources services.
• Those with diploma in the above fields and have experience of ten years and above and have served in Job Group “M” for a period of three years may also apply.

Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:

• Supervising water resources activities in the County;
• Budgeting, planning, implementation, evaluating and assessing the progress of various hydrological, geophysical, geotechnical, borehole drilling ,water quality and ground water development projects in the County;
• Preparing and negotiating project plans that require external funding.
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the Director Water Services and the Deputy Director Water Services
• Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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REF: TUR/CPSB/049/2022/2023; DEPUTY DIRECTOR PLANNING AND DESIGN, JOB GROUP “Q” POSITION: ONE (1).
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:

• Have served for at least (5) years in the water sector or related field, three (3) of which should have been in the grade of Senior Superintendent Water, Job Group ‘M’ or above or in a comparable position in the Public ‘Service;
• Or served for a period of ten (10) years in the Public Service or related field (2) of which must have been in a middle management position;
• a Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering or related Engineering field;
• demonstrated a high Degree of administrative capability, technical and professional competence as reflected in work performance and results: (iv) been
• committed to continuous learning: and (v) a clear understanding of National Development Goals and Vision 2030 and their linkage to the Ministry's strategies.
• NB: Those in possession of a Masters Degree in the relevant field from a recognized institution will have an added advantage

Duties and Responsibilities

• In charge of planning, survey and designs of projects in the County. This will include the preparations of BOQ for all projects to be implemented and
• Development and review of general and specific policies and strategies for water conservation and protection of national water catchment:
• Formulation of long and short-term policies and programmes for water services, and sewerage development in the County
• studying the social, economic and environmental impact of hydraulic systems and projects on the integrated development in the Regions;
• promoting research in the water and water sector and eventually to establish and manage hydraulic research and development laboratories
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the Director Water Services and the Deputy Director Water Services

Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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REF: TUR/CPSB/050/2022/2023; ASSISTANT DIRECTOR WATER SERVICES, JOB GROUP “P” POSITION: ONE (1).
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:

• Have served for at least (5) years in the water sector or related field, three (3) of which should have been in the grade of Superintending Geologist ( Water) or Senior Superintendent Water, Job Group ‘M’ or above or in a comparable position in the Public ‘Service;
• Have a Bachelor of Science degree in any of the following disciplines: Water Resources, Geology, Water Engineering , or equivalent qualifications from a recognized university;
• Be registered by the Engineers Registration Board or Geologists Registration Board of Kenya; and
• Have demonstrated professional competence and administrative ability in Water Resources services.
• Those with diploma in the above fields and have experience of ten years and above and have served in Job Group “M” for a period of three years may also apply.

Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:

• Supervising water resources activities in the County;
• Budgeting, planning, implementation, evaluating and assessing the progress of various hydrological, geophysical, geotechnical, borehole drilling ,water quality and ground water development projects in the County;
• Preparing and negotiating project plans that require external funding.
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the Director Water Services and the Deputy Director Water Services

Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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Duties and responsibilities

• Performing complex and advanced clinical patient management in areas of specialization including:- internal medicine, Obstetrics and Gynecology, General Surgery, ENT Surgery,
• Ophthalmology, Psychiatry, Anaesthesia, Pediatrics, pathology, Radiology, Public Health or other specialties recognized by the Board.
• Coordinating training, coaching and mentoring of health personnel;
• Managing health stores including essentials medicines and/or plant and equipment;
• Managing larger facilities/hospitals
• Developing intervention activities or programs for the management of diseases and conditions;
• Developing intervention activities or programs for the management of diseases and conditions;
• Developing medical standards operating procedures (SOPS) and protocols;
• Developing training curricular and syllabi in collaboration with training institutions;
• Coordinating emergency response and clinical care;
• Coordinating health projects and programmes;
• Managing health information systems;
• Carrying out health surveys and research and monitoring the provision of forensic and medico-legal services.

Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• Served as a senior Assistant Director of Medical Services/Medical Specialist 1 for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Bachelor’s of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.Ch.B) degree from an institution recognized by Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board;
• Masters degree in any of the following fields; Medicine, Anesthesis, Cardiothoracic Surgery; Dermatology, Ear, Nose and Throat, Otorhinolaygology, Family Medicine, General Surgery, Geriatrics, Internal Medicine, Microbiology, Neurosurgery, obstetrics and Pediatrics and Child Health, Palliative Medicine, Pathology, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Psychiatry, Public Health, Radiology, Health Systems Management, Health Economics, Health Informatics, Epidemiology, Global Health Policy, Public Health Microbiology and Emerging infectious Diseases, Biostatistics or equivalent qualification from an institution recognized by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board.
• Certificate of registration by the Medical practical and Dentists Board;
• Valid practicing license from medical practitioners and Dentists Board;
• Certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in computer application skills from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrated professional competencies and managerial capability as reflected in work performance and results

Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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REF: TUR/CPSB/052/2022/2023; DIRECTOR PHYSICAL PLANNING, JOB GROUP “R”, POSITION: ONE (1)

• The County Director Physical Planning will be responsible to County Chief Officer for interpretation and implementation of the Physical and Land Use Planning Act, 2019, Urban Areas and Cities Act, 2011 and any other laws that may be enacted to guide the physical planning function in the county.

Duties and responsibilities

• Providing technical advice to the County on Physical planning matters;
• Overseeing implementation of the physical development policies, guidelines, strategies and spatial plans;
• Overseeing development of a framework for development of County infrastructure;
• Coordinate site analysis;
• Overseeing collection of geographic data for preparation, design and review of physical development plans;
• Spearheading vetting and verification of physical development and building plans;
• Regulate use of county land;
• Overseeing implementation of development control and preservation orders;
• Providing technical advice on matters concerning alienation and appropriate use of land such as change of use, extension of use, extension of lease, sub-division of land, and amalgamation of county land;
• Managing and maintaining physical planning records and data banks;
• Resolving conflicts arising from physical planning processes;
• Initiating and facilitating research on urbanization strategies and policies and any other matter related to physical planning
• Collaborating with other stakeholders and the National Lands Commission and National Government on matters related to physical planning;
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirement for appointment
For appointment in this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Served in the grade of Deputy Director Physical Planning for a minimum period of three (3) years or in any comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Public Sector;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following discipline: Urban and Regional Planning, Urban Planning or Town Planning or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following discipline: Urban and Regional Planning, Urban Planning or Town Planning or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution will be added advantage;
• Membership to Kenya Institute of Planners or Architectural Association of Kenya;
• Registration with Physical Planners Registration Board;
• Attended Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution in Kenya;
• Certificate in Computer Application from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding for national goals, policies, objectives and the ability to relate them to the Physical Planning function.

Terms of Service: Local Contract (3 Years)

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REF: TUR/CPSB/053/2022/2023; AUDIT COMMITTEE MEMBERS; POSITIONS: FOUR (4) MEMBERS.
Requirements for Appointment

• Minimum of a degree from a recognized University in the following fields, Accounting, Finance, Auditing, Economics, Risk management or other related fields
• Be a citizen of Kenya
• Have a good understanding of county government operations, financial reporting or auditing
• Have a good understanding of the objects, principles and functions of the county government
• Meet the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010
• Membership of the following professional bodies will be an added advantage: ICPAK, ICPSK, ACFE, IIA or any other relevant body
• Have the requisite business and leadership skills and shall not be a political office holder

Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities of the committee members shall be:

• Provide an independent review of the County Government reporting functions to ensure the integrity of financial reports.
• Monitor the effectiveness of the County Government performance management and performance information:
• Provide effective liaison and facilitate communication between the management and external auditors
• Provide oversight of the implementation of accepted audit recommendations
• Ensure effectiveness of both internal and external audit processes.
• The Audit Committee shall report to the Governor

NOTE

• Members of Audit Committee shall serve on need basis and as prescribed by the Public Finance Management Act and for a period of three years
• This is not a salaried position. Members shall be paid allowances on account of attendance of audit committee meetings as determined by County Treasury in consultation with other relevant entities Section 167 (6) of PFM (County regulations) indicates that majority of members appointed to the audit committee shall not be past or present employees of the entity, and shall not have served as an employee or agent of a business organization which has carried out any business with the concerned entity in the last two years.
• Any code of conduct of public officers shall also apply to members of the audit committee in relations to their functions, powers, and duties as members of the committee

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to forward their applications with copies of:

• National Identification Card (ID)
• Certificates and testimonials
• Clearance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
• Certificate of Good Conduct
• Clearance certificate from a Credit Reference Bureau (CRB) and
• Clearance certificate from the Ethics and Anti- Corruption Commission (EACC)
• Clearance certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)