Career Opportunities at Bungoma County Public Service Board - 25 Positions

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SERVICE MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATION

SUB-COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR. JOB GROUP "Q" (8 POSTS)

• Tongaren Sub County
• Mt. Elgon Sub County
• Webuye West Sub County
• SirisIa Sub County
• Bumula Sub County and
• Klmilill Sub County
• Kabuchal Sub County
• Webuye East Sub County

Duties and Responsibilities

The Sub-County Administrator shall be responsible for the coordination, management supervision of the general administrative functions In the Sub-County Unit, and will be answerable to the Chief Officer, Public Service Management and Administration.

Duties will include:-

• The development of policies and plans;
• Coordinating developmental activities to empower the community;
• The provision and maintenance of infrastructure and facilities of Public Service Board
• Exercise any function and powers delegated by the County Public Service Board under Section 86 of the County Governments Act 2012;
• Facilitation and coordination of citizen participation in the development of policies and delivery of services;
• Coordinating the management and supervision of the general administrative functions;
• Ensure effective service delivery and h) Ensuring compliance with the National Values and Principles of good governance as outlined in Article 10 and 232 of the constitution of Kenya.

Requirements for the appointment

• Be a Kenyan citizen;
• Be a holder of a bachelor's degree from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Have a working experience of not less than 10 years three (3) years of which at Job Group 'P’ or its equivalent;
• Have attended a Strategic Leadership Development Course lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized Institution;
• Have qualifications and experience in administration or management;
• Satisfied the requirements of Chapter Six of the constitution;
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the Values and Principles as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the constitution of Kenya and
• Be computer literate.

Terms of Service: - Permanent and pensionable

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DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, WATER & TOURISM

DIRECTOR WATER, JOB GROUP "R"

Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level will be responsible to the County Chief Officer, Water for planning, directing, controlling and coordinating technical and administrative activities of Water and sewerage.

Specific duties and responsibilities Include:

• Water infrastructure development;
• Program implementation and coordination within the County;
• Ensuring that all designs, reports and drawings are produced and signed at relevant levels;
• Liaising with other institutions on the implementation of projects and programs related to Water within the County and
• Preparation of performance reporting drafts for water service providers and staff working in the Department.

Requirements for the Appointment For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:

• Have Minimum relevant work experience of at least ten (10) years, three (3) years of which at the level of Assistant Director Water Job Group "P" and above or in a comparable and relevant position either Public Service or Private sector;
• Have a Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Have a Masters Degree in Civil Engineering or its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Be registered by Engineers Registration Board of Kenya as an Engineer;
• Have current valid annual Practicing License from the Engineers Registration Board of Kenya;
• Be a member of the Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK);
• Have attended a Strategic Leadership Development Course lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized Institution;
• Have certificate in computer applications from a recognized and
• Have demonstrated administrative and professional competence in work performance.

Terms of service: Permanent and Pensionable

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DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, WATER & TOURISM

COUNTY DIRECTOR, ENVIRONMENT &TOURISM, JOB GROUP "R"

Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level will be responsible to the County Chief Officer, Environment, Water and Tourism for the administration and coordination of all the activities related to Tourism.

Specific duties and responsibilities include:

• Providing Technical advice on all Tourism related matters and Promotion of tourism within the County;
• Formulating, coordinating, Implementing and reviewing tourism development policies, strategies and procedures;
• Coordinating development programmes in the tourism sector;
• Carrying out tourism education, awareness and training;
• Offering advisory and extension services to the tourism sector;
• Enforcement of compliance with the tourism legislation;
• Carrying out tourism research and development;
• Monitoring performance on growth and development of the tourism sector within the County and Implementing departmental performance contracts, appraisal systems;
• Development of by — laws and ensuring that they are In conformity with the Environmental Management and Coordination Act (EMCA)1999;
• Liaising with other Departments' staff in drafting of legal documents; k) Managing programs and projects and
• Validating technical reports.
• Responsible for development and updating of an Environmental database.

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

• Have at least ten (10) years relevant work experience three (3) years of which should be in the grade of Assistant Director Tourism/ Assistant Director Environment JG ‘P” and above or in a comparable and relevant position either in the Public Service or Private sector;
• Have a Bachelor's degree in either tourism or Environment related field from a recognized institution;
• Have a Master's Degree in Tourism or Environment related fields from a recognized institution;
• Attended a Strategic Leadership Development Course lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized Institution and
• Have demonstrated professional, technical and administrative competency as reflected in work performance and results.

Terms of Service: - Permanent and Pensionable

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Reporting to the County Secretary

Duties and Responsibilities

• Deputizing for the County Secretary during his absence.
• Receiving official County Government correspondence.
• Planning and coordination of meetings
• Liaison activities between the County Secretary's office and other departments.
• Coordinating and managing Logistics for County forums.
• Any other duty as may be assigned by the County Secretary from time to time.

Requirements for the appointment for appointment to this grade, a candidate must

• Have a Bachelors Degree in Administration or in any other relevant field from a recognized University in Kenya.
• Be in possession of a Masters degree in either strategic management, Business Administration, Economics or equivalent qualifications from a University recognized In Kenya;
• Have relevant knowledge and experience of not less than ten (10) years in Public or Private sector.
• Demonstrate a high degree of professional and technical competence as reflected in work performance and results.
• Have a thorough understanding of devolution, the County Development objectives and Vision 2030.
• Be a strategic thinker and result oriented.
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on leadership and integrity. h) Be computer literate.

Terms of Service: - Contract

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Duties and Responsibilities

The county secretary shall provide guidance and direction to the County Public Service and will be answerable to the governor

Duties and responsibilities will include:

• Being the head of the County Public service;
• Being responsible for arranging the business and keeping the minutes of the County Executive; Committee subject to the directions of the executive committee;
• Conveying decisions of the executive committee to the appropriate persons or authorities;
• Ensuring efficient management of resources and coordination of county government resources; and e) Performing any other functions as directed by the county executive committee.

Requirements for the appointment for appointment to this grade, a candidate must:

• Be a Kenyan citizen;
• Be in possession of Bachelor's degree, in either strategic management, Business Administration, Economics or equivalent qualifications from a University recognized In Kenya;
• Be in possession of a Masters degree in either strategic management, Business Administration, Economics or equivalent qualifications from a University recognized in Kenya
• Have working experience of not less than 10(ten) years at managerial level;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter six of the constitution;
• Be conversant with government policies and regulations;
• Be conversant with the constitution of Kenya and Devolution laws;
• Have ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
• Have capacity to work under pressure to meet strict time lines;
• Have good Interpersonal and communication skills;
• Demonstrate thorough understanding of county development objective and vision 2030;
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the National Values and Principles of governance as outline in articles 10 and 232 of the constitution of Kenya; m) Be computer literate.

Terms of Service: Contract

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Duties and Responsibilities

• An officer at this level will be answerable to the Chief Officer, Public Service Management and Administration for the following duties and responsibilities:
• Assist to ensure all government attractive programmes are coordinated and implemented effectively in all departments and sub-counties;
• Assist to ensure that intergovernmental administrative issues are handled effectively and promptly;
• Liaison and or management of the disaster management taskforce activities;
• Facilitate training and staff development functions for staff in the department and
• Analyze effectiveness of policies, rules and regulations in the county.

Requirements for the appointment for appointment to this grade, a candidate must:

• Be a Kenyan Citizen;
• Have at least a minimum relevant work experience of ten (10) years in Administration three (3) years of which at the level of Assistant Director Administration JG "P" and a above OR in a relevant and equivalent position either in the Public Service or Private Sector;
• Have a Bachelors Degree in Social Sciences or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Have a Masters Degree in Social Science or its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Attended a Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Have demonstrated managerial, administrative, and professional competence in work performance;
• Have clearance from HELB and
• Meet requirement of chapter six of the constitution of Kenya 2010

Permanent and Pensionable

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An officer at this level will be answerable to the Chief Officer, Public Service Management and Administration for the following duties and responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities

• Planning and coordinating civic Education Programmes in conjunction with the devolved units;
• Managing, executing and controlling the Civic Education activities; Preparation of the Civic Education work plans for approval by the Chief Officer responsible for Public Administration;
• Developing and implementing an annual civic Education strategy for the county;
• Provision of detailed reports of civic education activities and
• Management of all matters pertaining to Public Education and Advocacy.

Requirements the for appointment for appointment to this grade, a candidate must:

• Be a Kenyan Citizen;
• Have at least a minimum relevant work experience of ten (10) years in Civic Education three (3) years of which at the level of Assistant Director Civic Education JG "P" and a above OR in a relevant and equivalent position either in the Public Service or Private Sector;
• Have a Bachelors Degree in Social Sciences, Education, Communication or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Have a Masters Degree in Social Sciences, Education, Communication or its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Demonstrated Managerial administrative and professional competence in work performance
• Have clearance from HELB and
• Meet the requirements of chapter six of the constitution of Kenya 2010.

Terms of Service: - Permanent and pensionable

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The director will be answerable to the Chief Officer Roads, Infrastructure & Public Works for the following duties;

Duties and responsibilities

• Plan, design, supervision of construction, contracts, materials investigation and research related to buildings and other structures like swimming pools;
• Direction, control, and supervision of maintenance of various structures;
• Coordination of policy formulation;
• Ensuring efficiency of design and contract drawings;
• Implementation of specific and quality control;
• Formulation of design standards and procedures;
• Development of research on materials in building, civil and marine works technology;
• Coordination, design, documentation, maintenance, research and supervision of public buildings and civil and other engineering works;
• Research activities, administration, financial and supervision of staff;
• Coordination of the review and updating of policies, systems and procedures for design and installation of mechanical and fire services;
• Formulation and review of general policies on procurement of spare parts to ensure efficiency in the repair and maintenance of all equipment and plant;
• Carry out quality assurance of fire and mechanical services;
• Coordinate the evaluation and monitoring adherence and compliance with the set commitments and indicators in the departmental performance contracts;
• Approval of designs and
• Overall planning, controlling and coordination of mechanical and fire engineering services, designs, installation and maintenance.

Requirements the for Appointment For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• Relevant working experience of not less than ten (10) years, three (3) years of which at the grade of Chief Superintending Engineer (structural) Job Group "P" and above or comparable and relevant position in the public service or private sector;
• A Bachelor's degree in relevant Engineering fields from a recognized Institution;
• A Master's degree in relevant Engineering fields from a recognized Institution;
• Be registered with Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) or Board of Registration Architects and Quantity Surveyors (BORAQS);
• Be in possession of a current valid annual practicing license from the Engineers Board of Kenya;
• Corporate membership with Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK);
• Attended Strategic Leadership Development Course lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Demonstrated a high degree of professional competence and administrative capability required for effective planning, direction, control and coordination of structure, civil engineering development and implementation of mechanical building and
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on leadership and integrity. Terms of Service: - Permanent and pensionable

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The director will be answerable to the Chief Officer Trade, Energy and Industrialization for the following duties;

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate inter-governmental linkages, projects, implementation of Industrialization policies, strategies and objectives;
• Promote public, Private Partnerships for Industrial Development;
• Identify Business opportunities in the Domestic arena;
• Facilitate growth, development and graduation of MSMIs;
• Monitor impact of Industrial Practices and Make recommendations for improvement
• Promote creativity and innovations;
• Coordinate development of Business Incubation centers, Industrial Parks and County Industrial Development centers;
• Advising the County Monitoring and evaluation committee on matters of industrial development;
• Providing oversight on constituency Industrial Development centers and sheds;
• Collaborating with stakeholders in the counties on Industry, enterprise, investment matters, County Resource Mapping for value addition and investment and
• Carrying out resource surveys and endowment mapping in the counties and identifying industrial investment opportunities.

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

• Served for a cumulative period of ten (10) years relevant experience, three (3) of which should have been in the grade of Assistant Director of Industries and Energy, Job Group 'P' and above or in a comparable and relevant position either in the Public or Private sector;
• A bachelors degree In any of the following disciplines; Commerce, Business Administration, Mathematics, Biological/Physical Sciences, Entrepreneurship, statistics, Economics, Project Planning and Management, and Textile Technology, leather Sciences, Environmental Science, Chemical or computer Science from a University recognized in Kenya;
• Masters degree in any of the following disciplines; Commerce, Business Administration, Mathematics, Biological/Physical Sciences, Entrepreneurship, statistics, Economics, Project Planning and Management, and Textile Technology, leather Sciences, Environmental Science, Chemical or computer Science from a University recognized in Kenya;
• A certificate in strategic leadership course from a recognized Institution;
• A thorough knowledge of the economic development needs, strategies, policies and objectives and the ability to translate them into industrial development policies and programmes;
• Demonstrated a high degree of professional, technical and administrative competence as reflected in work performance and results and
• Masters degree in the relevant fields will be an added advantage.

Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable

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The director will be answerable to the Chief Officer Wade, Energy and Industrialization for the following duties;

Duties and Responsibilities

• Will be responsible to the County Chief Officer Trade, Energy and Industrialization for the overall management and administration of the internal trade department;
• Formulating and overseeing implementation of Domestic policies;
• Assessing the impact of regional and multi-lateral trade policies on trade and investment activities;
• Analyzing trade policy and the Impact of regulatory instruments on the business environment;
• Overseeing trade and investment promotion activities through trade fairs and exhibitions;
• Facilitating the growth, development and graduation of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs); g) Directing policies, strategies and programmes on E-commerce;
• Overseeing the overall management Issues of the department, instituting operational accountability and I) Overseeing the establishment of business information and solution centers.

Requirements for the Appointment For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• Served as Assistant Director Trade and Enterprise and above for a minimum period of three (3) years and above or in a comparable and relevant position either in the public service or Private;
• Bachelor degree in any of the following disciplines: Commerce, Marketing, Business Administration, Business Management, Entrepreneurship, Economics, Internal Trade/Business /Relation or its equivalent from a recognized Institution, Agricultural trade. Rural Development
• Masters degree in any of the following discipline; Commerce, Marketing, Business Administration, Business Management, Business and Information Technology Entrepreneurship, Trade Law, Economics or International Trade/Business/Relations, Agricultural Trade and Rural Development from a recognized Institution will be an added advantage;
• Certificate in Senior Management Course. A certificate in Strategic leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized Institution will be an added advantage;
• Certificate in computer applications from a recognized Institution and
• Demonstrated a thorough understanding of national goals, policies and development objectives and ability to translate them into trade development programme/projects

Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable

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JOB GROUP 'IR" 0 POST)

The director will be answerable to the Chief Officer Health Services and Sanitation for the following duties;

Duties and Responsibilities

The Director will be responsible to the Chief Officer for administration and coordination of all activities

• Formulating, implementing, interpreting and reviewing sanitation policies, guidelines, standards and procedures;
• Planning and ensuring implementation water and sanitation programmes;
• Liaising with relevant Departments and other stakeholders in the implementation of sanitation projects and programmes;
• Monitoring and evaluation of sanitation projects and programmes;
• Ensuring compliance to international sanitation regulations and rules;
• Providing technical advice on water and sanitation;
• Overseeing the development and management of public and private mortuaries, cemeteries and crematoria;
• Providing leadership in research on sanitation, trends and other emerging issues;
• Mobilizing resources and fostering collaboration and partnerships with bilateral and multilateral agencies in support of sanitation programmes;
• Inculcating innovation and modem technology in the provision of sanitation services;
• Representing the Chief Officer in statutory, regulatory, research, standards and other relevant coordinating bodies;
• Developing and implementing strategic and work plans; Planning and budgeting for the department and
• Overseeing capacity building and performance management in the department.

Requirements for Appointment For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• Served as Assistant Director Public Health lob Group law and above for a minimum period of three (3) years and above or in a comparable and relevant position either in the public service or Private;
• Masters Degree in any of the following: Environmental Health, Public Health, Food Safety and Quality, Community Health, Occupational Health and Safety, Health Promotion and Education, Solid Waste Management or Disaster Management from a recognized institution:
• Post-Graduate Diploma in any of the following disciplines: Environmental Health, Public Health, Food Safety and Quality, Community Health, Occupational Health and Safety, Health Promotion and Education, Solid Waste Management or Disaster Management from a recognized institution; OR
• Bachelor's degree in either Environmental Health or Public Health or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Masters Degree in any of the following: Environmental Health, Public Health, Food Safety and Quality, Community Health, Occupational Health and Safety, Health Promotion and Education, Solid Waste Management or Disaster Management from a recognized institution;
• Must be a bonafide member of the following professional bodies: APHOK(Association of Public Health Officers Kenya) and PHOTC (Public Health Officers and Technicians Council);
• Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Computer Application Skills from a recognized institution;
• Demonstrated high degree of professional competence and administrative capability required for the effective planning, direction, control and coordination and
•  A thorough understanding of national goals, policies and objectives and ability to relate them to the Public Health Functions and aspirations of Vision 2030.

Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable

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GROUP "R"

Director, preventive and promotive health will be answerable to the Chief Officer Health Services and Sanitation for the following duties;

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensuring compliance to the public health act [cap 242], the food drugs and chemical substance act [cap 254], Malaria Prevention and Control Act [cap356] and any other relevant legislation on preventive and promotive health;
• Formulating, implementing, interpreting and reviewing of Public Health Policies, Guidelines, Standards and Procedures;
• Planning and ensuring implementation of promotive and preventive health programmes'
• Liaising with relevant department and other stake holders in the Implementation of Promotive and Preventive Health projects and programmes;
• Ensuring compliance to International Health Regulations and Rules;
• Providing technical advice on Promotive and Preventive Health and
• Overseeing the development and management of public and private mortuaries, cemeteries and crematoria.
• Providing leadership in research on Preventive and Promotive health, trends and other emerging issues, mobilizing resources and fostering collaboration and field and partnership with bilateral and multilateral programmes including innovation and modern technology in the provision public health services;
• Representing the chief officer of health In statutory, regulatory, research, standards and other relevant coordinating bodies, developing and implementing strategic and work plans and
• Planning and budgeting for the department and overseeing capacity building and performance management in the department.

Requirements For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• Served as Assistant Director Public Health Job Group V and above for a minimum period of three (3) years and above or in a comparable and relevant position either in the public service or Private;
• Bachelor's degree in either Environmental Hearth Sciences or Public Health from a recognized institution;
• Master's degree in either Environmental Health Sciences, Public Health or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Computer Application Skills from a recognized institution;
• At least 5 years work experience in Public Health related Field;
• Demonstrate high degree of professional competence and administrative capability required for the effective planning direction, control and co-ordination of the preventive and promote function and
• A thorough understanding of national goals, policies and objective and ability to relate them to the preventive and promotive function and aspirations of vision 2030.

Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable

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Duties and Responsibilities

• Implementing of the Physical Planning act (cap286) and Urban Areas and Cities Act No.13, 2011;
• Providing advice to the County government on physical planning matters;
• Formulation and review of regional and local physical development policies, guidelines and strategies, developing, implementing and evaluating the county spatial plan:
• Reviewing and certifying physical development plans within the county;
• Proving guidelines for regulating use of land;
• Ensuring proper physical planning practice within the county;
• Initiating research and Innovation on urbanization strategies and policies and any other matter related to physical planning;
• operationalizing and facilitating the physical planning liaison committee;
• Providing guidance on matters arising out of the annual state of planning reports;
• Planning and managing physical planning projects/programmes at the county;
• Developing, Implementing and realizing strategic plans and objectives;
• Preparing and implementing the performance targets work plans and contract;
• Overseeing planning and budgeting for the department;
• Mobilization of resources;
• Managing, mentoring and developing staff and
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the chief officer from time to time.

Requirements for the appointment for appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: For appointment to this grade, an officer must:

• Have minimum ten (10) years' relevant experience in management three (3) of which as Assistant Director Physical Planning job Group 'P' and above or in comparable and equivalent positions either in the Public Service or Private sector,
• Be a holder of Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines:- Urban and Regional Planning, Urban Planning or Town Planning from a recognized institution;
• Be a holder of Master's degree in any of the following disciplines: Urban and Regional Planning, Urban Planning, Regional Planning, Town Planning, Transport Planning or Spatial Planning from a reliable institution;
• Be a corporate member of Kenya Institute of Planners or Architectural Association of Kenya (Town Planning Chapter);
• Be registered by the Physical Planners Registration Board;
• Have Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Demonstrate professional ability, high integrity and competence matched by a proper appreciation of the country's socio economic development needs at the national, sectorial and focal levels and
• Demonstrate ability to interpret and apply the Physical -Planning Act (Cap. 286) and other related statutes in line with the National vision and goals.

Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable

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DEPARTMENT OF LANDS, URBAN, PHYSICAL PLANNING & HOUSING

COUNTY DIRECTOR HOUSING, JOB GROUP "R”

Reporting to chief officer, Lands, Urban, Physical Planning and Housing, the officer will be charged with the following duties and responsibilities:-

Duties and responsibilities:-

• Development, implementation and evaluation of the Departments strategic plan, programs and project in collaboration with other departments and stakeholders;
• Planning and supervision of the departments programs and activities;
• Staff supervision, training, monitoring and evaluation of performance;
• Organization, direction and co-ordination of the tasks of the department;
• Initiation and drafting of the department’s procedures and policies pertaining to housing, programs and staff management;
• Interpreting and applying national and county laws and other related statutes in the housing department in line with the county goals and objectives;
• Handling administrative, human resource and asset management issues;
• Preparation of annual work plans;
• Coordination of production, documentation and dissemination of the department’s information and reports;
• Manage housing development projects and co-ordination the provision of housing infrastructure;
• Promote and disseminate Appropriate Building Technologies;
• Supervise registration of new Buildings, provision of security to government houses, redevelopment of old county government estates;
• Develop training programme for staff; and Administer tenant placement and rent assessment jointly with the county Valuer and
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the chief officer from time to time.

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

• Served for a cumulative period of ten (10) years, three (3) of which as Assistant Director of Housing - Job Group 'P' and above or in comparable and equivalent positions in the Public Service;
• A Bachelor's degree in any of the following: Housing Administration, Urban Management, Urban/Regional planning, valuation and property Management, Architecture, Interior Design, Civil/Electrical/Mechanical/Structural Engineering Land economics, Building /Construction/Project Management, Economics, Sociology, Environmental studies, Community Development, Business administration or equivalent qualification from a university recognized in Kenya;
• A masters Degree in the relevant field or equivalent and relevant qualification from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Have Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Been a registered member of a relevant professional body such as Institute of Surveyors of Kenya, Architectural Association of Kenya - AAK (where applicable);
• Demonstrated a high degree of professional competence, administrative capabilities and initiative in general organization and management of the housing function and
• Possession of a relevant Master's degree from a university recognized In Kenya will be considered an added advantage.

Terms of Semi-Permanent and Pensionable

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DEPARTMENT OF GENDER & CULTURE

COUNTY DIRECTOR-SOCIAL SERVICES, JOB GROUP "R”

Duties and responsibilities

The Director Gender will be answerable to the County Chief Officer Gender and Culture and his/her main responsibility will Include design and implementation of activities related to culture heritage including long- term strategy for capacity building, policy formulation, and safeguarding and heritage education.

Specific duties and responsibilities include;

Duties and responsibilities

• Coordinate adequate planning, implementation, and follow up of activities of the assigned programs/projects. Prepare and update corresponding work plans. Stays informed of and apply updated finance and administrative procedures while carrying out the work;
• Maintain close collaboration with the corresponding counterparts including other county governments as well as other agencies, authorities and organizations;
• Provides technical and administrative guidelines to the relevant stakeholders on implementing County supported programmes/ projects;
• Participate in monitoring, reporting and evaluation of the programs/projects to ensure compliance with Results Based Management;
• Contribute to the formulation and preparation of project proposals, work plans and strategy documents;
• Provide field level supervision and prepare performance reports;
• Coordinate assistance provided by consultants, review products and participate in their performance evaluation;
• Conduct research to support programme/project activities;
• Be an active members of and provide support to the County Programme Coordination Groups as needed and participate in sector working groups and other relevant technical working groups and
• Ensure the integration of a gender equality, cultural diversity and human — rights based approach in program/activities design, implementation and reporting.

Requirements the for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• Minimum of ten (10) years relevant experience, three (3) of which at the level of Assistant Director Culture and the Arts Job Group 613" and above or its equivalent and relevant position in the Public service or Private sector;
• Bachelors degree with a bias in either music, anthropology, performing Arts or bachelor of cultural studies;
• Masters degree in Development studies, cultural studies, anthropology, Gender Studies or any other relevant qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Have a attended strategic leadership development course lasting not less than 6 weeks from a recognized institution;
• Knowledge in research areas of Culture and Arts;
• Strong knowledge of the County Government Structure and line departments as well as knowledge about cultural, alcoholic drinks and social policies;
• Knowledge in Government Finance Management;
• Knowledge of County as National Heritage and Intangible Cultural Heritage is an added asset;
• Knowledge In performance Management and reporting;
• Strong oral and written communication skills;
• High level of proficiency in verbal and written English and fluency in English and Swahili;
• Good organizational skills, ability to work in a multi-cultural environment;
• Strong team-work and multi-tasking skills;
• Good level of computer skills (Ms. Word. Ms. Excel, Power point) and
• Mastery of the local dialect will be an added advantage.

Terms of Service: Permanent and pensionable

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DEPARTMENT OF GENDER & CULTURE

COUNTY DIRECTOR LIQUOR LICENSING, JOB GROUP “R”

Reporting to chief officer, Lands, Urban, Physical Planning and Housing, the officer will be charged with the following duties and responsibilities:-

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support and facilitate the Sub County Alcoholic drinks control and licensing committees in carrying out their functions;
• Secretary to the County Alcoholic Drinks Control and Licensing Board;
• Carry out public education in the County directly or in collaboration with other Public and private bodies and institutions on drinks control and licensing;
• Facilitate citizen’s participation in matters related to Alcoholic drinks control and licensing;
• Facilitate and promote in collaboration with other counties and government institutions in establishment of rehabilitation and treatment facilities and programs;
• Carry out research directly or in collaboration with other institutions and serve as the repository of date and statistics related to alcoholic drink control;
• Develop in collaboration with other counties and national government department’s strategies and plans for implementation of the alcoholic drinks control and licensing Act and any other relevant National legislation and coordinate and support their implementation;
• Advice the Executive member generally on the exercise of the powers and performance of his/her functions under the Alcoholic Drinks Control and Licensing Act, and in particular on County Policy laws to be adopted In regard to the production, manufacture, sale and consumption of alcoholic drinks;
• In collaboration with other relevant County departments, prepare and submit an Alcoholic Drinks status reports in-annually In the prescribed manner to the executive member which shall be transmitted to the County Executive Committee, County Assembly and the authority;
• Recommend to the Executive Member and participate in the formulation of laws and regulations related to alcoholic drinks;
• Monitoring and evaluating the implementation of the Sub County Committees and advising the Executive Member on the necessary measures to be adopted and
• Carry out such other roles necessary for the Implementation of the objects and purpose of the County Alcoholic Drinks Control and Licensing Act 2014, and perform such other functions as may from time to time assigned by the County Alcoholic Drinks Control and Licensing Board or the Executive Committee Member.

Requirements for Appointment For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:

• Be a Kenyan Citizen;
• Have minimum of ten (10) years relevant experience, three (3) of which at the level of Assistant Director Liquor and Licensing Job Group 'P" and above or its equivalent and relevant position in the Public service or Private sector; c) Be a holder of Bachelor's degree in Education, Law, Guidance and Counseling, Anthropology, Sociology or any other relation degree from a recognized university;
• Have Master's degree in the relevant field
• Be a professional, and demonstrate absence of breach of the relevant professional code of conduct;
• Demonstrate a high degree of professional competence, administrative capabilities and initiative in the general organization and management with a thorough understanding of the National and County Alcoholic Drinks and Licensing Act, Policies and regulations;
• Be Proficiency In general IT skills;
• Have good skills in assessment, surveys, research and documentation Good writing and communication skills and
• i) Have shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results

Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable

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DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, YOUTH & SPORTS

DIRECTOR, YOUTH AFFAIRS, JOB GROUP "R”

Reporting to the Chief Officer, Education, Youth and, Sports

Duties and Responsibilities

Director, Youth Affairs will be responsible to the Chief Officer Education, Youth and Sports for administration and coordination of youth development activities and programmes in the Department.

Specific duties and responsibilities at this level will include:

• Reviewing and initiating improvements in the policy framework;
• Preparing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating youth programmes;
• Researching and developing Information systems;
• Liaising with stakeholders and government agencies on programme implementation and
• Coordinating all aspects of Human Resource Management and development and performance management systems of technical and support cadres in the Department.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have:

• Served in the grade of Assistant Director Youth Development, Job Group 'P' or above for a minimum period of three (3) years or in a comparable and relevant position either in the Public Service or private sector
• A Degree in Social Sciences from a recognized university;
• A Master's degree in any of the Social Sciences from a recognized university;
• Attended a strategic leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution and
• Shown initiative, merit, administrative competence and ability as reflected in work performance in the efficient management of youth development or related programmes.

Terms of Service: Permanent and pensionable

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DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, YOUTH & SPORTS

COUNTY DIRECTOR OF SPORTS, JOB GROUP “R”

Reporting to the Chief Officer, Education, Youth and, Sports

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and Implement sports and recreational programs and policies;
• Creation of awareness on sporting activities in the County including following up on Implementation of related projects;
• Offer advisory and counseling services to sportsmen and women;
• Supervise sports personnel, coordinate and regulate workers in developing sports;
• Oversee the improvement and maintenance of sports facilities in the county;
• Coordinate and promote ward, sub-county, inter-county and national sports programs and
• Identify local talent and give recommendation to sports organizations/ institutions or specialized groups for absorption or funding.

Requirements for Appointment For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:

• Be a Kenyan citizen;
• Have a minimum of ten (10) years' relevant experience in sports management three (3) of which at the level of Assistant Director Sports and above or its equivalent and relevant position in the Public service or Private sector:
• Be a holder of a Bachelor's degree in Sports Management/Physical Education from a recognized institution;
• Masters degree in Sports Management/Physical Education or any other relevant qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Demonstrate track record and achievements in management of sports;
• Have undergone a senior management course for a period of four (4) weeks;
• Be conversant with the legal framework governing sports management;
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Be self-driven with a lot of initiative and drive;
• Be Proficiency in computer applications skills;
• Demonstrate understanding of and commitment to the values and principles outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution and I) Satisfy the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya.
• Possession of a Master's degree will be an added advantage.

Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable.

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DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE & ECONOMIC PLANNING

COUNTY DIRECTOR STATISTICS JOB GROUP "R"

Duties and responsibilities:-Will be head of county statistics department and will be responsible to the Chief Office, Finance and Economic Planning for the formulation and coordination of the statistics policies, strategies and programmes.

Specific duties will include:

• Day-to-day management of the county statistics including managing its funds and property;
• Administration and management of the staff;
• Planning, authorizing, coordinating and supervising all official statistical programmes undertaken within the county statistical system;
• Establish standards and promoting the use of best practices and methods in the production and dissemination of statistical information across the national statistical system;
• Collecting, compiling, analyzing, abstracting and disseminating statistical information on the matters specified in the first schedule of the statistics Act Cap 112 and f) Maintaining comprehensive and reliable county socio-economic database.

Requirements for the Director Statistics

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• Served for a cumulative period of ten (10) years relevant experience, three (3) of which as Principal Economist/Principal Statistician Job Group "P" and above or in a comparable position in the public Service or private;
• Bachelors Degree in any of the following; Economics, Statistics, Demography, Computer Science, Mathematics & Statistics;
• Masters of Arts (MA), Master of Science (MSC) or Master of Philosophy (MPHI) in Economics, Statistics, Demography, Computer Science, Mathematics & Statistics;
• Demonstrated outstanding professional competence and wide experience in Sectoral Policy formulation and implementation matched with clear appreciation of the Kenya's Economics needs at the county, sectoral and sub-county level and
• Demonstrated a high degree of administrative ability and leadership.

Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable