Job Description:

About the Job

The County Government of Nyeri is seeking to recruit one Chief Officer for Finance and Accounting. This position reports to the respective County Executive Committee Member and serves as the Accounting and Authorized Officer for the Department. Key responsibilities include daily administration, strategic policy direction, and financial management.

Responsibilities

Day-to-day administration and coordination of the respective county department as provided under section 46.
Providing strategic policy direction for effective service delivery within the department.
Implementing policies and programs within the department.
Developing and implementing strategic plans and sector development goals, including performance management.
Formulating and implementing effective programs to attain Vision 2030.
Promoting and ensuring compliance with National Values and Principles of Governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.
Overseeing the management of finances, preparation of budget estimates, annual work plans, and programs.
Maintaining effective collaboration and partnerships with other organs of the County, other Counties, and as well as the Private Sector.
Performing any other duties as may be assigned by the relevant Executive Committee Member from time to time.

Requirements

Be a Kenyan citizen (Attach ID).
KCPE and KCSE Certificate.
Be in possession of a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Accounting, Finance, Business, Commerce from a recognized University in Kenya.
Passed Part III of Certified Public Accountant (CPA) / ACCA.
Registered with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) and in good standing.
Have ten (10) years of relevant professional experience; and at least five (5) years’ experience in a leadership position at a Senior Management level in a Public Service or Private Sector Organization (Attach evidence).
Have knowledge and experience in Programme Based Budgeting, Planning, and financial analysis.
Demonstrate a thorough understanding and commitment to the Values and Principles as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya and an understanding of Vision 2030.
Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
Possession of a Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.