Vacancies at Turkana County Government

REF: TUR/CPSB/028/2023/2024: DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT, JOB GROUP “Q”, 1 POST

An officer at this level will be responsible to the Director of Human Resource Management/Development.

Duties and Responsibilities will entail:-

• Coordinating the development and implementation of Human Resource Management policies, procedures, standards, strategies, guidelines and programs;
• Overseeing the strategic, operational and administrative functions of the department;
• Coordinating the development and implementation of human resource plans and succession management;
• Preparing and implementing change management strategies;
• Coordinating development and implementation of employee welfare and incentive schemes;
• Managing employee relations and staff values and conduct;
• Facilitating preparation and submission of Human Resource management and statutory reports;
• Coordinating maintenance and safe custody of Human Resource Management and Development records;
• Implementing, monitoring and reviewing the directorate’s personnel emoluments annual budgetary allocations; and
• Facilitating Performance Management, mentoring, guidance and counselling of staff.
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

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

• Served in the grade of Assistant Director Human Resource Management/Development Officer, for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• a Master’s degree in the relevant field from a recognized university will be an added advantage;
• demonstrated high degree of administrative managerial and leadership capabilities;
• 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;
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding for national goals, policies, objectives and the ability to relate them to the Human Resource Management & Development function; and
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance.

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REF: TUR/CPSB/029/2023/2024: WARD ADMINISTRATION, (KAPEDO/NAPEITOM). JOB GROUP “N 1 POST - TERMS OF SERVICE: PERMANENT

An officer at this level will be responsible to the Sub County Administrator.

Duties and responsibilities in the field office will entail:-

• Overseeing effective service delivering in the area of jurisdiction;
• Developing programmes and projects to empower the community;
• Coordinating and facilitating citizen participation in the development of policies, plans and delivery of services;
• Facilitating governmental relations and conflict resolutions’
• Overseeing safe custody of county government assets in the area of jurisdiction;
• Coordinating and liaising with other directorates and departments in the area of jurisdiction
• Ensuring compliance with legal, statutory and regulatory requirements;
• Ensuring compliance with national values and principles of good governance;
• Coordinating citizen participation in governance in the area of jurisdiction;
• Enhancing administrative capacity for effective functions and governance at the local level;
• Identifying development projects;
• Disseminating information to the policies;
• Providing link between the office and the community; and
• Perform any other duty assigned by your immediate supervisor.

Requirements for Appointment

• Served in the grade of chief Administration officer/Chief Ward Administration, for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Bachelor degree in any of the following discipline; Public Administration, Business Administration /Management, Community Development or any other related field from recognized institution;
• Diploma in advanced Public Administration or equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Computer application skills from a recognized institution; 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/030/2023/2024: DEPUTY DIRECTOR PEACE BUILDING & CONFLICT MANAGEMENT, JOB GROUP “Q”, (1) POST,

An officer at this level will be responsible to the Director, Peace Building and ConflictManagement.

 Duties and Responsibilities will entail:-

• Ensures citizens 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 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.

Requirements for Appointment:

• Bachelor’s Degree in any Social Science or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution.
• 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 multistakeholder 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 fastchanging environment, with minimal or no supervision
   

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REF: TUR/CPSB/031/2023/2024: ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF PEACE BUILDING AND CONFLICT MANAGEMENT - JOB GROUP “P”, 3 POSTS

 An officer at this level will be responsible to the Deputy Director, Peace Building and Conflict Management

Duties and responsibilities will entail:-

• initiate strategies that address conflict and more immediate as well as deep rooted cultural causes of conflict to enhance continuous harmony and peaceful community co-existence,
• Report promptly incidents of conflict within your area of operation and across borders along areas of operation;
• Address cases or incidences to the Director peace building and conflict management
• Conduct inter and intra community peace building meetings in the sub-counties.
• Implement pro-active programmes that are strategically geared towards peace building and conflict management.
• Advice on and propose integrated strategies for peace building conflict resolutions
• Implement an inter-agency capacity for conflict prevention and peace building at various levels in your area of operation
• Support mediation efforts in order to head-off potential crisis and subsequent conflict at an early and manageable stage
• Monitor the local socio-political development and advice on conflict prevention, management and peace building initiative respectively
• Assist in monitoring security situation in mapped conflict zones and inform relevant County security agencies for any potential risk and timely remedial action.
• Prepare quarterly and annual reports on peace building initiatives/programmes from the respective regions
• Support Sub-county administrators, Ward Administrators and other stakeholders to
• monitor and respond to conflict incidences.
• (xiii) Perform any other duty assigned by the Director Peace building and conflict management.

Requirements for Appointment:-

• Bachelor’s Degree in any Social Science or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Proficiency in Computer Applications;
• Senior management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks.
• A Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
• 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/032/2023/2024: COUNTY CHIEF OFFICER, JOB GROUP “S” ONE (1) POST,
Duties and Responsibilities:

Reporting to the respective County Executive Committee Member, the Officer will be the Accounting and Authorized Officer for the Department and will also be responsible for the following:-

• General administration and coordination of the respective County Department.
• Development, implementation and review of policies, Sector Plans and Budgets.
• Overseeing management of Departmental resources, preparation of budget estimates, annual work plans and Programmes.
• Formulation and implementation of effective programs aligned to County visions and sector goals
• Implementation and monitoring of the Performance Management system.
• Organizing and coordinating consultative forums with Stakeholders
• Promotion of National Values and Principles of Good Governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.
• Ensure effective service delivery through implementation of laid out policies and regulations.
  • Knowledge and understanding of Public Procurement Regulations and Guidelines
  • Knowledge and understanding of Public Finance Management and controls
  • Knowledge and understanding of Human Resource Management in Public Sector
  • Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements for Appointment:

• Be a Kenyan Citizen;
• Be in possession of a first degree in a relevant field from a University recognized in Kenya;
• Have relevant knowledge and experience of not less than seven (7) years in a Senior Management position in Public Service or Private Sector;
• Demonstrate understanding of Devolved Governance;
• Be a strategic and result oriented individual and able to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on Leadership and Integrity;
• Have knowledge and experience in Programme Based Budgeting, Planning and Financial analysis
• Demonstrate thorough understanding of County development objectives and Kenya Vision 2030 and Have Effective Communication Skills. A Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage. 

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REF: TUR/CPSB/033/2023/2024: DIRECTOR TOURISM, JOB GROUP “R”, 1 POST

An officer at this level will be responsible to the Deputy Director, Peace Building and Conflict Management

Duties and responsibilities will entail:-

• Network with surrounding communities and other counties and regions, as well as tourism partners to generate travel and media opportunities.
• Develop and manage a database of tourism prospects, follow up with all clients and partners, participate in trade shows and marketplaces, conducting one-on-one sales meetings with group tour operators.
• Represent Turkana County Government at approved conferences and promotional opportunities such as Tourism Conference, Tourism Region meetings and workshops;
• Created a catalog of, and maintain a current working knowledge of, all Turkana County assets;
• Developed and maintained partnerships with county and city agencies, parks and recreation, the local business community and civic organizations, as well as surrounding communities and tourism agencies;
• Design and create tourism marketing materials including written content and photography, such as our visitor’s brochure, Covered Bridge Festival flyer, Annual Events postcard, Holiday Events postcard, and Turkana County Visitor’s Guide;
• Promote and support local attractions and community events;
• Gather data and prepare analysis on our target markets and results from our marketing efforts;
• Participate in joint planning sessions that enhance tourism and foster economic development;
• Attend meetings, seminars, conventions, and workshops related to tourism, marketing, economic development, and best practices;
• Coordinate special events (such as Tobong Lore Cultural Event);
• Ensure management and supervision of staff;
•  Perform any other duty as required.

Requirements for Appointment:

• Be a Kenyan Citizen;
• Holds a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following; Tourism Management, Business Administration or Human Resource Management, Environmental Resources Conservation or Marketing or a related Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution;
• A Master’s degree in any of the respective fields from a recognized institution will be an
• added advantage;
• Have relevant working experience of not less than 5 years in the relevant sector;
• Attended Senior Management Course lasting not less than 6 weeks from Kenya School of Government or any other recognized institution;
• Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution;
• Have good leadership and communication skills;
• Have knowledge of Environment, Tourism and Wildlife related legislations and other statutes;
• Demonstrate a high degree of professional and technical competence;
• Be a person of integrity and in compliance with requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya

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REF: TUR/CPSB/034/2023/2024: KISEDP LIAISON COORDINATOR, 1 POST
Duties and responsibilities will entail:-

• Ensure KISEDP2 coordination mechanisms are strengthened at both county and sub-county levels;
• Convene on a regular basis KISEDP2 Steering committee meeting chaired by both Turkana County Governor and UNHCR County Representative;
• Coordinate the activities of KISEDP2 Secretariat;
• Ensure meetings of the County component groups chaired by County Executive Committee Member or their designated officials are held on quarterly basis;
• Ensure a financial tracking system for KISEPD2 projects is maintained and updated on a regular basis;
• Coordinate monitoring and evaluation activities including field visits together with KISEDP2 stakeholders;
• Improve KISEDP2 monitoring and reporting relationships between county officials, UNHCR, partners and donors;
• Facilitate collaboration and working relationships between county officials, UNHCR, partners and donors;
• Coordinate fundraising activities in the office of the Governor with all stakeholders;
• Coordinate KISEDP2 communication strategy, fundraising strategy and visibility with UNHCR and Partners;
• Work closely with UNHCR on both KISEDP2 and Shirika plan coordination, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, fundraising and reporting;
• Ensure continuous efforts to build Economic and Social infrastructure of Kalobeyei, Kakuma and other Wards in Turkana West to provide opportunities for refugees and host communities;
• Ensure inclusion and participation of refugees and host communities for socio economic development;
• Perform any other related duties as required.

Requirements for Appointment:

• Bachelor’s Degree in any Social Science or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
• A Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of three years of experience working with humanitarian organizations, development organizations, financial institutions or donor relation management;
• Demonstrate understanding of Devolved Governance;
• Be a strategic and result oriented individual and able to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on Leadership and Integrity;
• Proficiency in Computer Applications;
• Demonstrated high degree of administrative, managerial and leadership capabilities;
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance.