Chief Officer At Nakuru County Government

JG “S”
Qualifications
For appointment to this position, a person should:
Be a Kenya citizen;
Have a Bachelor’s degree from a university recognized in Kenya;
Possession of a Master’s degree will be an added advantage;
Have vast knowledge and experience of not less than 10 years, five of which should be in a managerial position;
Demonstrate a high degree of professional and technical competence in work performance and results;
Be a strategic thinker and result oriented;
Have excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills;
Have capacity to work under pressure to meet deadlines;
Have the ability to portray and uphold a positive image;
Have ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
Satisfy the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in Articles10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010; and
Be computer literate.

Responsibilities
A Chief Officer will be responsible to a County Executive Committee Member in the Administration of a County Department, he/she will be the Accounting and Authorized Officer responsible for:
Providing strategic policy direction for improved service delivery;
Developing and implementing an effective performance management system;
Developing, promoting and implementing strategic plans, the County Integrated Development Plans and sector plans;
Ensuring effective and efficient utilization of the Department’s financial and non-financial resources including management, control and reporting on financial information, material resources and facilities;
Maintaining effective collaboration and partnerships with other organs of the county, other county departments, the private sector and other stakeholders; and
Ensuring compliance with the National Values and Principles of good governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya;
Handling administration matters, assets and other required issues related to the department;
Preparation of the departmental plans and budgets;
Ensuring strict compliance with all financial, budgetary and procurement procedures;
Ensure timely, efficient communication and coordination of administrative departmental affairs;
Perform other duties that may be assigned from time to time

Remuneration
Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.132,000/- – Ksh.195,410/- p.m. Job Group “S”. Allowances as per the SRC circulars attached to the position.
Terms of service: Contract.