Job Description:

About the Job

The Kisii County Public Service Board invites applications for the position of Chief Officer Economic Planning and ICT Services. The Chief Officer will be the authorized officer and accounting officer in a specific department and shall be responsible to the respective County Executive Committee Member. The terms of service are contractual.

Responsibilities

General administration in respect of the budget of the assigned County Department.
Being the Accounting Officer and authorized officer of the department.
Provision of strategic policy direction for the effective delivery of services by the department.
Development and implementation of county strategic plans and sector development plans.
Facilitating the achievement of the goals and objectives of the County Government and Intergovernmental programs and projects.
Ensuring efficient and effective utilization of financial, Human and other Resources in the Department and submitting regular statutory reports as required.
Ensuring promotion and compliance with National Values and Principles of Governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
Overseeing implementation and monitoring of performance management systems.
Formulate and implement effective program plans to attain vision 2030 and sector goals.
Any other duties as may be assigned by the Executive Committee Member or the County Secretary.

Requirements

Be a Kenyan Citizen.
Be a holder of at least a first Degree from a University recognized in Kenya.
A post-graduate qualification in the relevant field will be an added advantage but not mandatory.
Have relevant knowledge and experience of more than five years in the relevant field.
Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on Leadership and integrity.
Be conversant with the Constitution of Kenya and all the devolution related legislations.
Possess an understanding and exhibit commitment to National Values and Principles of Governance and Public Service as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010 respectively.
Have the capacity to work under pressure to meet timelines.
Have the ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
Be a strategic thinker and result oriented.
Have excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
Be computer literate.