COUNTY CHIEF OFFICER

•      Be a citizen of Kenya; 

•      Hold a degree from a university recognized in Kenya. A Master’s degree or higher academic qualifications from a university recognized in Kenya will be an added advantage;

•      Have at least five (5) years of relevant professional experience in a leadership position in the public service or private sector;

•      Demonstrate an understanding of the functions, goals, policies, and developmental objectives of County Governments; 

•      Demonstrable leadership and management capacity;

•      Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya on leadership and integrity. 

•      Administration and coordination of the respective county department; 

•      Authorized Officer of a County Department in respect to the Human Resource Management function; 

•      Ensuring timely, efficient communication and coordination of departmental affairs;

•      Implementing County Executive Committee resolutions as guided by the Executive Committee Member (CECM);

•      Ensuring effective service delivery through the implementation of laid-out policies and regulations;

•      Development and implementation of the department's strategic plans and sector development plans. 

•      Implementing the county performance management system;

•      Ensuring efficient and effective utilization of Financial, Human, and other Resources in the County Department and submitting regular statutory reports as required; 

•      Effective collaboration and partnerships with other organs of the county, other county departments, the private sector, and other stakeholders;

•      Facilitating the achievement of the goals and objectives of the County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP); 

•      Interpreting and applying National and County laws and other related statutes in line with the County's goals and objectives; and

•      Promoting and ensuring compliance with National Values and Principles of Governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.