Job Ref: KCPSB/C.O/RT&ID/01/01/08/24
Terms of Service: Contract
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the CECM responsible for Roads, Transport, Public Works, Housing & Infrastructure Development, the Chief Officer will perform the following duties and responsibilities: –
Accounting and Authorized Officer in exercise of delegated powers and responsible for administration of the Roads, Transport and Infrastructure directorate in accordance with relevant county policies, goals, objectives and legislation.
General administration and coordination of the Roads, Transport, and Infrastructure department.
Promoting national values and policies of governance within the County public service
Overseeing the implementation and monitoring of Human Resources Management initiatives including Human Resource Planning and Performance Management
Spearheading formulation of County policies related to the department’s area of mandate
Overseeing development and implementation of strategies and County Sector Development plans for the department.
Formulating and implementing effective program and plans to attain Vision 2030, Bottom up Economic and Transformation Agenda and other relevant national and county goals.
Overseeing implementation of development projects, computerization and other programs in the sector’s annual work plan and budgets.
Creating linkages and networks with internal and external stakeholders to propagate sector development goals and by extension County objectives
Supervising activities of the department and other cross-cutting human resource issues across other departments
Participating in policy development to formulate public service and administration policies that will enable the county to be compliant with relevant legislation.
Ensuring that resources allocated to the department are efficiently utilized to enable it achieve goals and prevent misuse of funds.
Providing technical advice to the county executive to ensure the county adopts best practices in public sector human resource management.
Implementing the strategic plan and other policies for the department Controlling and managing of public road transport;
Procuring, managing and disposing of county motor vehicles, plant and equipment;
Overseeing the planning, design, research and supervision of roads;
Maintaining effective collaboration and partnerships with other organs of the county, other county departments, the private sector and other stakeholders;
Ensuring promotion of national values and principles of governance as outlined in the constitution of Kenya 2010;
Promoting the realization of County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP); and
Performing other duties that may be assigned from time to time.
REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT
Be a Kenyan citizen;
Have a relevant Bachelor’s 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 a vast knowledge and experience of not less than 10 years in a relevant field, 5 years of which MUST be in leadership or senior management position in public or private sector;
Have a proven experience in managing resources in a high performing organization;
Demonstrate general knowledge of the County Government and its functions.
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of socio-economic development objectives and the county integrated development plan, BETA and vision 2030
Be result oriented and a strategic thinker;
Have excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills;
Have capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines;
Have ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect to diversity;
Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles of governance and public service as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya;
Be computer literate
Demonstrable leadership and management capacity including Knowledge of financial management and strategic people management.
Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the constitution of Kenya 2010 on leadership and integrity.
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Applicants should submit their applications together with copies of their detailedClearly indicate the position applied for, both on the cover letter and the envelope. Applications should be addressed to:The Secretary
County Public Service Board
P O Box 260 – 10304
KUTUSHand delivered applications should be dropped at the County Headquarters 4TH floor, KUTUS (Office of County Public Service Board between 8.00 a.m. and 5.00 p.m. on weekdays).Successful candidates shall be required to provide clearances and attach copies or evidence thereof of the updated documents below.Physical/Hand deliveries of the applications should reach the County Public Service Board (CPSB) on or before FRIDAY 16TH AUGUST 2024.Shortlisted candidates will be required to produce their original identity cards, academic and professional certificates, testimonials, clearance and other relevant documents in support of their applications.NOTE
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