Vihiga County Public Service Board is a Body corporate established under section 57 of the County Government Act 2012 pursuant to Article 235 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010. Section 59 of the County Government Act 2012 outlines the functions of the Board. Pursuant to Constitutional and Legal provisions, Vihiga County Public Service Board invites applications from qualified persons for the following positions.
County Chief Officer (2 Posts)
Each chief officer will be in charge of one of the following departments:
- Administration and Coordination of County Affairs
- Information, Communication& Technology
Requirements for appointment
- Be a Kenyan citizen;
- Have a relevant Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution in
- Possession of a master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage
- Have vast knowledge and experience of not less than 10 years in the relevant field, 5 of which should be in a senior/managerial position in a large organization;
- Demonstrate thorough understanding of County development objectives of vision 2030;
- Be a strategic thinker and results-oriented;
- Have excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills;
- Have capacity to work under pressure to meet strict timelines;
- Have ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
- Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the National, Values and Principles of Governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010; and
- Be Computer literate.
- Satisfy the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010;
Duties and responsibilities
- The Chief Officer will be the authorized officer and accounting officer in the specific department and shall be responsible to the respective County Executive Committee Member. The specific duties will include:
- Day to day administration of a County department;
- Formulation and implementation of programs to attain Vision 2030 and sector goals;
- Development and implementation of Strategic plans and sector development plans;
- Implementation of policies and regulations;
- Providing strategic policy direction for effective service delivery;
- Ensuring compliance with National Values and Principles of good Governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010; and
- Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
ALL candidates MUST meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya on Leadership and Integrity and will be required to produce clearance/compliance certificates from the following agencies:
- Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
- Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).
- Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
- Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).
- Directorate of Criminal Investigation (Good Conduct).
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