Chief Officer Vocational Training and Human Capital Development

Terms of Service: – 5 Years Contract

Remuneration: As determined by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission

Job Summary

The Chief Officer shall be the authorized officer in the Department of Education and Human Capital Development and shall be responsible to the County Executive Committee Member for Education and Human Capital Development.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Administration of a County Department;

• Implementation of County Executive Committee resolutions as guided by the Executive Committee Member;

• Submit quarterly reports of the respective department to the County Executive Committee through the respective CEC- Member and to the County Assembly through the County Secretary and to respect the oversight role of the County Assembly by giving information and honoring summons whenever required;

• Development and implementation of strategic plans and sector development plans;

• Management of Technical Institutes including Youth polytechnics

• Implementation of policies and regulations;

• Providing strategic policy direction for effective service delivery;

• Supervision Administration of management of Vocational Training staff

• Ensuring compliance with the National Values and Principles of Good Governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya;

• Building human resource capacity by developing and implementing Human Resource Plans for the Department;

• Promote linkage between middle level tertiary institutions in the county with higher learning institutions and industry.

• Efficient and effective service delivery to the public;

• Promoting the realization of the County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP), and;

• Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

• Be a Kenyan citizen;

• Have a relevant Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university in Kenya;

Possession of a relevant professional qualification and membership with a relevant professional body

• A Master’s degree or higher academic qualifications from a university recognized in Kenya will be an added advantage;

• Have a vast knowledge and experience of not less than 10 years in a relevant field, 5 years of which MUST be in leadership or senior management position in public or private sector;

• Have a proven experience in managing resources in a high performing organization;

• Demonstrate general knowledge of the County Government and its functions.

• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of socio-economic development objectives and the Homa Bay county integrated development plan and vision 2030

• Be result oriented and a strategic thinker;

• Have excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills;

• Have capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines;

• Have ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect to diversity;

• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles of governance and public service as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya;

• Be computer literate and have a working knowledge of IFMIS

• Demonstrable leadership and management capacity including Knowledge of financial management and strategic people management. 

• Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the constitution of Kenya 2010 on leadership and integrity

NOTE: 

• Additional information and proper job descriptions on the advertised positions are available on the website at www.homabay.go.ke 

• Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification

• Applicants from Homa Bay County are required to indicate their constituency and ward of residence

• Shortlisted candidates for all the positions advertised will be required to provide copies of relevant documents from the under listed authorities.

           o Kenya Revenue Authority.

           o Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission

           o Higher Education Loans Board

           o Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI)

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants should submit their application letters together with curriculum vitae, academic and professional certificates and testimonials, as well as national identity card or passport and any other relevant documents either electronically through the County website: https://www.homabay.go.ke/career/ or physically delivered to the Homa Bay County Public Service Board Offices in Homa Bay Town through hand delivery or through Post Office using the address below. Applicants should clearly indicate the position(s) applied for on top of the envelope addressed to: 

The Office of the Chief Executive Officer

Homa Bay County Public Service Board,

P. O. Box 95 – 40300,

HOMA BAY.

Homa Bay County is an equal opportunity employer and women, youth, and people living with disability are encouraged to apply. Applications should be received on or before 4TH DECEMBER, 2023 at 5:00 P.M. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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