Job Description:

About the Job

The County Public Service Board of Nyandarua is recruiting a competent and qualified candidate for the position of Chief Officer, Public Administration and Devolution. The terms of employment are contractual, and remuneration will be guided by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) from time to time.

Responsibilities

Oversee the smooth running of the Directorate of Public Administration and Devolution.
Report to the respective County Executive Committee Member.
Serve as the Accounting and Authorized Officer for the Department.
Handle day-to-day administration and coordination of the respective county department as provided under section 46.
Provide strategic policy direction for effective service delivery within the department.
Implement policies and programs within the department.
Develop and implement strategic plans and sector development goals, including performance management.
Formulate and implement effective programs to attain Vision 2030.
Promote and ensure compliance with National Values and Principles of Governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.
Oversee the management of finances, preparation of budget estimates, annual work plans, and programs.
Maintain effective collaboration and partnerships with other organs of the County, other Counties, and the Private Sector.
Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the relevant Executive Committee Member from time to time.

Requirements

Kenyan citizenship.
A relevant Bachelor’s degree recognized in Kenya.
A Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
Be a strategic thinker and results-oriented.
Be a member of a Professional Body in the discipline.
Proven experience of at least ten (10) years of service from a reputable organization, with at least five (5) years in a senior management position.
Computer literacy.
Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

Applications should be submitted to the County Public Service Board, P.O Box 38-20303, Ol’ Kalou, NYANDARUA. Applications may also be hand-delivered to the County Public Service Board offices located at Posta House, 2nd floor, Ol’Kalou Town.