Director Budget & Planning

Job Group R

Position: – 1

Terms of Service: – Permanent and Pensionable 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinating the preparation of the County budget;
• Coordinating the Accounting Units on preparation of the annual estimates and Medium Term Expenditure Framework;
• Analyzing, formulating and overseeing the management of fiscal and other economic policies;
• Coordinating Results based planning and performance measurement;
• Preparation of the county fiscal strategy paper and county budget review and outlook paper;
• Coordinating the preparation of annual county budget and preparing the estimates of revenue and expenditure of the county government;
• Formulation of budget policies;
• Review of the Budget implementation to ensure it is in line with the overall policy and macro-economic and fiscal framework;
• Assisting the Chief Officer of the department in the administration of audit function; and
• Perform any other duties and responsibilities that shall be assigned by the supervisor from time to time.

Qualifications

• Be a Kenyan Citizen
• Served for at least 3 years in the grade of Senior Chief Finance Officer/Senior Deputy Director of Budget;
• Attended a Strategic Leadership Course in a recognized Institution;
• Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA), Economics, Finance, Commerce or in a financial related discipline from a recognized university will be an added advantage;
• Financial management and administrative skills;
• Demonstrated a clear understanding of National Development Policies, goals and objectives
• Demonstrate a high degree of professional and technical competence in work performance and results;
• A Strategic Leadership Management Course lasting not less than one(1) month from a
  recognized institution in Kenya;
• Must be computer literate;
• Be a person of integrity and in compliance with requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

Director Procurement & Supplies Management

Job Group R

Position: – 1

Terms of Service: – Permanent and Pensionable 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the management and coordination of the supply chain services in the county;
• Developing the County Annual Procurement Plan and ensuring adherence to it;
• Providing administrative guidelines on interpretation and implementation of Public Procurement and Disposal Act 2015 and the supporting regulations;
• Analyzing supply chain management policies, rules, regulations, structures and systems;
• In liaison with other departments, provide guidelines on matters of procurement, contract design and implementation;
• Preparing tender documents in accordance with the Public Procurement Act 2015 and coordinating the tendering process;
• Determining and proposing methods and strategies of handling the supply chain management function;
• Initiating and developing supply chain management policies and performance improvement strategies that are adaptive to the changing environment and technology;
• Ensuring high professional supply chain management standards;
• Being the Secretary to the County Tender Committee; and
• Any other duty assigned by the Chief Officer, Finance and Budget.

Qualifications

• Be a Kenyan Citizen
• Served for at least ten (10) years in Supply Chain Management or in a comparable and relevant position in the public sector;
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management or comparable qualifications from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Attended a Strategic Leadership Course in a recognized Institution;
• Be conversant with modern computer packages used in Supply Chain Management;
• Demonstrate understanding of the Public Procurement and Disposal Act 2015 and its regulations;
• A thorough understanding of the Supply Chain Management policies, rules, regulations and other statutes that impact on Supply Chain Management and,
• Demonstrated a high degree of professional competence, administrative capabilities and initiative in organization and management of Supply Management Function.
• Possession of a relevant Master’s degree will be an added advantage
• Must be computer literate;
• Be a person of integrity and in compliance with requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

Director Revenue

Job Group R

Position: – 1

Terms of Service: – Contract

Duties and Responsibilities

• Day to day running of the County Revenue Collection Section.
• Implementing County policies and regulations for revenue.
• Developing and implementing plans to operationalize County revenue to enhance efficient revenue collection and growth.
• Designing effective, efficient and secure systems of collecting revenue.
• Maintaining records of all the revenue sources/centers, rates and revenues collected.
• Setting up and projecting regular revenue trends for planning and decision making in the county.
• Planning, formulating strategies and identifying sources of revenue.
• Submitting regular reports to county committees on matters of revenue collection.
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Be a Kenyan citizen.
• Be a holder of Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option); Finance, Economics or Business Administration/Management (Accounting or Finance) from a recognized institution.
• Master’s degree in the relevant discipline from a recognized institution is an added advantage.
• A member of Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (CPA-K) in good standing.
• Conversant with IFMIS and other revenue management accounting or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) packages.
• Served as an Accountant in the public or private sector for a minimum period of ten (10) years, five (5) of which must be in a senior management position.
• Attended a Strategic Leadership Development programme from a recognized instituion.
• Demonstrated a thorough understanding of national goals, policies and development objectives and ability to align them to the County’s mandate.
• Be conversant with the provisions of the Public Financial Management Act.
• Must satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
• Be a good team player with exemplary leadership qualities, interpersonal, communication and collaborative skills.
• Proficiency in Computer Application Skills relevant to financial management from a recognized institution.

Deputy Director Revenue

Job Group Q

Positions: – 4

Terms of Service: – Contract

Duties and Responsibilities

• Deputises the Director;
• Assist in planning, organizing, coordination, supervisions and administration of all revenue matters;
• Assist in provision of advisory on revenue matters to Director Revenue;
• Assist in ensuring proper enactment of laws, financial regulations and procedures pertaining to revenue matters;
• Assist in initiating internal controls and procedures within the department of revenue;
• Assist in provision of quality and timely accounting services in the revenue unit. They include, maintenance of accurate accounting records and preparation of management and statutory reports; and
• Develop fresh revenue streams giving annual collection targets.

Qualifications

• Must be a Kenyan Citizen
• Must have served for a period of not less than 6 years in the relevant field three out of which must have been in the position of Assistant Director of Revenue or in a relevant equivalent and comparable position in the public or private sector
• Must have passed CPA part III; Examination or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Must have a degree in the following field of study; Bachelors in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Commerce, economics, statistics or relevant/equivalent qualification from an approved institution;
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results
• Must have high degree of professional competence and administrative capability required for effective planning, direction control and condition of the accounting function; personal integrity and responsibility

Director Internal Audit

Job Group R

Position: – 1

Terms of Service: – Contract

Duties and Responsibilities

• Overseeing the development of Annual Audit Plans and assist audit staff to plan, organize, direct and monitor audit operations
• Responsible for efficient and effective organization, co-ordination, control and supervision of all audit or administrative functions in the County.
• Secretary to the Audit Committee
• Develop new initiatives aimed at improving operational efficiencies and assess compliance with county policies, procedures and regulations
• Prepare periodical reports for the county audit committee regarding the reliability of existing internal control systems
• Ensure timely and accurate audits are undertaken and sign off the audit reports
• Prepare annual plans and audit programmes to guide the operations of Audit in the Count
• Prepare and implement strategic objective and carry out independent assessments of development and operational risks to ensure efficient and effective use of county resources
• Analyze the impact of Audit policies and regulations.
• Set and maintain professional Audit standards
• Prepare and implement performance contracts, work plans and appraisal system for the section staff.
• Institute operational accountability and oversee finance and asset management of the audit section.
• Any other duty that may be assigned from time to time by the superiors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or any other equivalent qualifications
• Master’s degree in Finance or related field of specialization,
• A member of a professionally recognized institute (ICPAK and IIA) and in good standing
• At least Ten (10) years working experience with three years in Internal audit or related position in Public Service.
• Must have attended a Senior Management Course for at least one Month

Director Administration and Devolution

Job Group R

Position: – 1

Terms of Service: – Contract

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordination, management and supervision of the administrative functions in the department.
• Maintaining a schedule of field activities from all departments working closely with various Directorates and Units.
• Harmonization of coordination activities and Ward and Sub-County levels.
• Coordinating and cascading of official communication to sub-counties and wards
• Managing daily office operations and acting as the primary liaison with other departments.
• Coordinate departmental work plans and budgeting
• Consolidating reports on administration and development project from sub-counties

• Formulation and implementation of effective programs to attain vision 2030 and sector goals
• Development and implementation of strategic plans and sector development plans
• Providing strategic policy direction for effective service delivery
• Initiate development of the appropriate County Departmental policies, legal and institutional frameworks for the implementation of the mandate of administration and devolution affairs.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration or Business Administration or
  Social Sciences from a University recognized in Kenya;
• A Master’s degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Business Administration or
  Development Management from a recognized Institution will be an added advantage;
• At least ten (10) years relevant working experience, five (5) of which must have been in a Senior Managerial position in the Public Sector;
• Good knowledge of operations in devolved systems of government;
• A Strategic Leadership Management Course lasting not less than one(1) month from a
  recognized institution in Kenya;
• Demonstrate a high degree of professional and technical competence in work performance and results;
• Must be computer literate.
• Be a person of integrity and in compliance with requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

Director Public Communications

Job Group R

Position: – 1

Terms of Service: – Contract

Duties and Responsibilities

• Initiate, review public communications policy and design appropriate programmes and infrastructure to facilitate its implementation;
• Initiate research on various Public Communication issues and developing appropriate interventions and response;
• Coordinate internal and external communications;
• Develop standards and regulations in the management of public communications functions;
• In charge of the county’s digital communication platforms and social media management;
• Developing timely strategies for management of public relations, media and or branding crisis from time to time;
• Editing and proofreading government related publications and other pre-press materials to ensure quality;
• Provides professional leadership in the management of relations between the county, the public, the media and other stakeholders;
• Advise the Executive on Public and International Relations relevant to the County functions and ensure the County promotes a positive cooperate image;
• Coordinate the entire County’s corporate affairs, activities and development;
• Provide media coverage to the County functions and overseeing the functioning of the county media center;
• Organize and manage press release, press conferences, writing guest columns; and preparing official quality speeches, talking notes, presentations and briefs for H.E. The Governor and other top government officials;
• Produce and communicate publications on the County programs, activities and investment opportunities
• Establish and manage a database of news and information; and
• Any other lawful duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

• Be a Kenyan citizen;
• Have served in the grade of Assistant Director of Public Communications or its equivalent in the wider Public service for a minimum period of three (3) years and has been in continuous service for a period of not less than ten (10) years or served in a comparable and relevant position in the private sector for a minimum period of three (3) years at senior management level in a large organization.
• Master’s degree in Communication Studies, Mass Communication, Public Relations, International Relations, Information Sciences or Journalism or any other approved equivalent qualification from a recognized institution is an added advantage;
• Have a Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Public Relations or Journalism from a recognized institution.
• Have experience of at least ten (10) years in a communication or media position;
• Have Certificate in Computer Applications;
• Knowledge of a foreign language will be an added advantage;
• Be abreast with current affairs and public sentiments;
• Have proven communication, writing, editing and proficiency skills;
• Have proven knowledge and understanding of print, broadcast and online media;
• Have ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010

Deputy Director, Public Communications

Job Group Q

Position: – 1

Terms of Service: – Permanent and Pensionable 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Deputises the Director;
• Formulate review and monitor public communications policy and design appropriate programmes and infrastructure to facilitate its implementation;
• Initiate research on various Public Communication issues and develop appropriate interventions and response;
• Coordinate internal and external communications;
• Develop standards and regulations in the management of public communications functions;
• Advise the Executive on Public and International Relations relevant to the County functions and ensure the County promotes a positive corporate image;
• Provide media coverage to the County functions and oversee the function of the media center;
• Organize and manage press releases, press conferences, writing guest columns, official speech, talking notes, presentations and briefs for government officials.
• Establish and manage a database of news and information;
• Manage the implementation of corporate social responsibility and programmes;
• Coordinate updating of the County Website in liaison with ICT department;
• Coach and mentor staff in the department;
• Set, monitor and evaluate targets for staff in the department;
• Perform any other duty as directed by controlling officer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Communication, Public Relations or Journalism from a recognized institution or Post-Graduate Diploma in Communication or its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s Degree in Communication Studies or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;
• A minimum five (5) years of relevant work experience, three (3) of which must be at managerial position;
• Having undergone management and leadership course of not less than four weeks from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;
• Successful applicant to meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution on Leadership and Integrity;
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance results

Director Special Projects and Disaster Management

Job Group R

Position: – 1

Terms of Service: – Permanent and Pensionable 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responding to disasters and emergencies within the County;
• Designing Disaster Management Policy which stresses on the paradigm shift to Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Approach including the Early Warning Systems (EWS) preparedness, prevention and mitigation;
• Ensuring public-private partnership and collaborations in all special projects and disasters matters;
• Ensuring inter-agency coordination on special projects and disaster management inclined programs
• Coordinating cross- cutting departmental special projects and disaster issues;
• Ensuring promotion of continuous stakeholder consultations with relevant departments;
• Maintaining superior work coordination with local key partners to ensure the successful implementation of the County Special Projects and Disaster Management Plan;
• Embracing and ensuring adherence to the Humanitarian Code of Conduct in Disaster Response Programmes undertaken by all stakeholders working in the County;
• Facilitating customer satisfaction surveys;
• Presenting research proposal for approval and adoption;
• Monitoring new trends and opportunities in the market and advise County;
• Designing and implementing feedback mechanisms for all County services.

Qualifications

• Be a Kenyan Citizen;
• Have vast knowledge and relevant work experience of 10 years in special programs and disaster management/emergency services, 3 years of which should be in a senior/managerial capacity in a busy environment either in the Public Service or Private Sector;
• Bachelor’s degree in any Social Sciences discipline or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Masters in Disaster Management / Humanitarian Assistance/ Sustainable Development or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;
• Attended a Strategic Leadership Development Course lasting not less than 4 weeks from a recognized institution;
• Fulfilled all the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Proven communication, proficiency in computer applications and report writing skills;
• Demonstrated thorough understanding of County development objectives of vision 2030;
• Have ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
• Demonstrated 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
• Demonstrated high degree of professional competence and management capability

Head of County Fire Brigade

Job Group P

Position: – 1

Terms of Service: – Permanent and Pensionable 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure overall efficiency and administrative responsibilities in the service;
• Act as officer in command of fire service and rescue service;
• Overall officer in charge of planning for trainings and research;
• Overall officer in charge of fire prevention and inspections;
• Fire Brigade head quarter’s commander;
• Administration of fire-fighting drills to the firemen;
• Any other duties assigned by the Director.

Requirements for Appointment

• Must be a Kenyan citizen
• BSc. Degree in Disaster Management
• Must have attended a fire prevention course in fire service training locally or its equivalent
• Certificate in fire service leadership course from a recognized institution nationally or internationally
• First Aid certificate or Emergency Medical Training from a recognized institution nationally or internationally
• Served satisfactorily in fire service and or in disaster management institution(s) for a period not less six (6) years
• Valid motor vehicle driving license (Class BCE)
• Be a computer literate
• Be medically and physically fit
• Have no criminal record

Director Digital Economy and ICT

Job Group R

Position: – 1

Terms of Service: – Contract

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, vision and management of digital economy;
• Prepare strategic and operational plans for the Digital Economy Directorate;
• Oversee the implementation and maintenance of technology infrastructure in line with county development plans;
• Ensure ICT systems comply with regulations and legal requirements;
• Oversee development, design and implementation of new system and maintenance of old systems;
• Maintain the integrity and continual operation of ICT network including wireless networks;
• Manage performance of staff within the Directorate of Digital Economy;
• Develop digital economy governance framework;
• Ensure adherence to principles of good governance within the Directorate;
• Carrying out systems analysis, design and program specifications in liaison with users of the specific sectors;
• Overseeing the process of configuration repair and maintenance of information Communication Technology equipment and associated peripherals;
• Drawing up hardware specifications for information Communication Technology equipment; and
• Verification, validation and certification of information technology equipment.

Qualification

• Ten (10) years of service three (3) of which must have Served in the grade of Deputy Director, ICT or in a Comparable position in the Public Service or Private Sector for at least three (3) years.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Science or any other ICT related discipline from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Communication or any other ICT related discipline from a recognized institution is an added advantage;
• Demonstrated a high level of competence and outstanding management qualities in computerized information systems; and
• A thorough understanding of the County goals and objectives and the ability to interpret and apply them to the computing management concepts;
• Troubleshooting skills;
• Knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g., Computer misuse and cybercrime act, 2018, Data Protection act etc.);
• Knowledge of professional standards (e.g., COBIT, ITIL); and
• Satisfy the requirement of chapter six of the constitution of Kenya 2010.

Director Roads

Job Group R

Position: – 1

Terms of Service: – Permanent and Pensionable 

Duties and Responsibilities: –

• Reviewing and updating policies, systems and procedures for design of roads, and civil engineering services;
• Formulating and reviewing general policies on procurement and maintenance of roads infrastructure;
• Overall planning, controlling and co-ordination of roads and civil engineering services designs and implementation;
• Carrying out quality assurance on civil engineering services;
• Approval of consultant’s designs; and co-coordinating evaluation and monitoring adherence and compliance with the set commitments and indicators in the departmental performance contract.
• Advise chief officer on matters roads and civil engineering.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines; Civil Engineering or any equivalent qualification from a recognized university in Kenya;
• Have relevant knowledge, experience and a distinguished career of not less than seven (7) years, three (3) years of which should be at a senior managerial position in management on civil engineering services and programs in the public service or equivalent in the private sector;
• Master’s degree in a relevant field is an added advantage;
• Be registered member of relevant professional body;
• Attended a strategic leadership development course lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Demonstrated general administrative ability required for direction, control and implementation of civil engineering services and programs;
• Performing any other relevant duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Director Public Works

Job Group R

Position: – 1

Terms of Service: – Permanent and Pensionable 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides oversight of the Directorate and interprets and oversees compliance with laws, regulations, codes and/or standards;
• Review and formulation of construction and engineering services in the department and county government institutions and sites;
• Co-ordination of design, supervision of construction and maintenance of buildings and other public works;
• Reviewing and updating policies, systems and procedures for design in structural engineering services;
• Planning, designing, supervising of construction, contracts, materials investigation and research related to buildings and other structures;
• Formulating and reviewing general policies on procurement and maintenance of infrastructure;
• Overall planning, controlling and co-ordination of structural engineering services, designs and implementation;
• Carrying out quality assurance on structural engineering services;
• Approval of consultants designs; and coordinating evaluation and monitoring adherence and compliance with the set commitments and indicators in the departmental performance contract;
• Attend meetings and provide reports to the Chief Officer on a regular basis regarding the progress of individual
• Review plans prepared by private firms for accuracy, design completeness and conformance to laws and County design criteria;
• Advice the Chief Officer on matters of Public Works;
• Any other related duties that may be assigned from time to time

Qualifications

• Be a Kenyan citizen;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines; structural Engineering, Architecture, Quantity survey or any equivalent qualification from a recognized university in Kenya;
• Must have relevant knowledge, experience and a distinguished career in Engineering field not less than seven (7) years in the public service or equivalent in the private sector;
• Master’s degree in a relevant field is an added advantage;
• Must have been registered with Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors (BORAQS) of Kenya as a Quantity Surveyor or Engineering Board of Kenya;
• Must have Current valid annual Practicing Licence from the Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors (BORAQS) of Kenya or Engineers Registration Board of Kenya;
• Must be in good professional standing of not less than three (3) years post Board registration;
• Attended a management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution or a strategic leadership development course lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Demonstrated general administrative ability required for direction, control and implementation of public works services;
• Demonstrated self-drive and proven leadership;
• Satisfied the requirement of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya,

Deputy Director Mechanical Services

Job Group Q

Position: – 1

Terms of Service: – Permanent and Pensionable 

Duties and Responsibilities

• In charge of maintance of all county motor vehicles and other related equipment such generators, automobiles and plant equipment among others,
• In charge of the county Mechanical workshop and all its operations,
• Develop and ensure implementation of policies and procedures and enforce implementation of schedule and policy change;
• Collaborate with the Director and staff members in order to formulate and implement policies, procedures, goals and objectives;
• Monitor operations to ensure that officers comply with administrative policies and procedures, safety rules, and government regulations;
• Develop criteria, application instructions, procedural manuals, and contracts for county Government and hired equipment and plant programs;
• Direct and coordinate, through officers in the department, activities of operations in order to obtain use of Plant equipment facilities;
• Direct activities of staff performing repairs and maintenance to plant equipment, vehicle, and facilities;
• Conduct investigations in cooperation with government agencies to determine causes of transportation accidents and to improve safely procedures within the county;
• Conduct awareness and training to operators of Plant Equipment and vehicles;
• Analyze expenditures and other financial information in order to develop plans, policies and budgets for increasing revenue and improving services of hired Plant Equipment within the County Government;
• Set operations policies and standards, including and operation of Plant Equipment, Vehicles and other transport media within the County Jurisdiction;
• Oversee routine and ad hoc maintenance of county fleet.
• Develop and implement standard operational standards to maintain vehicles by advocating best practices in industry.

Qualifications

• Served as a Mechanical Engineer in charge of Workshop or a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Private sector for at least three (3) years;
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Been registered by Engineers Registration Board of Kenya;
• Attended a Strategic Leadership Development Course lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrated general administrative ability required for direction, control and implementation of mechanical engineering programs
• Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the Director.

Director Lands

Job Group R

Position: – 1

Terms of Service: – Permanent and Pensionable 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Advising the county government on land use planning matters that impact the county
• Coordinating preparation of county land development plans
• Coordinating research on matters relating to strategic national projects and programmes, human settlement patterns, urbanization patterns, urban sprawl and emerging
  methodologies, issues and trends
• Formulating strategies for public education, participation and engagement
• Overseeing the preparation of annual state of land reports
• Liaising with the entire national and other departments in reviewing land use conflicts
• Monitoring and evaluation of land projects/programmes at the county levels;
• Preparing and implementing strategic plans and annual work plans
• Recommending to the county government the establishment of planning units as may be necessary
• Maintaining a land information system to guide physical and land use planning
• Issuance of development permission and other development control instruments with the approval of the county executive committee member
• Communicating decisions of the county government development applications
• Overseeing planning and budgeting for the department
• Managing, mentoring and facilitating continuous professional development of staff

Qualification

• Have at least five (5) years post qualification professional experience in physical and land use planning and currently serving in the grade of Principal Physical Planner and above or in a comparable and relevant position in the public service or Private sector
• Have Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: – Urban and Regional Planning, Urban Planning or Town Planning or equivalent from a University recognized in Kenya;
• Be a corporate member in good standing of Kenya Institute of Planners or Architectural Association of Kenya (Town Planning Chapter)
• Have proven administrative ability and professional competence necessary for the effective performance of work at this level;
• Demonstrated managerial and professional competence in work performance and exhibited a thorough understanding of national policies, goals, objectives and ability to relate them to the Physical Planning function.

• Attended a management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution or a strategic leadership development course lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;

• Demonstrate professional ability, high integrity and competence matched by a proper appreciation of the country’s socio economic development needs at the national, sectorial and focal levels
• A master’s degree in in Urban and Regional Planning, Urban Planning, Regional Planning, Town Planning or GIS from a recognized institution will be an added advantage
• Must be proficient in ICT with demonstrable competence in computer aided design and controls.

Deputy Director Medical Services

Job Group Q

Position: – 1

Terms of Service: – Permanent and Pensionable 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Promote the mission, vision and objectives of the department of health.
• Responsible for full implementation of approved County Medical services systems, structures and policies.
• Evaluate the quality of medical services practices through the advancement of appropriate standards and research priorities within the County.
• Evaluate the quality of medical services practices through the advancement of appropriate standards and research priorities within the County.
• Ensure continuous assessment of the effectiveness of the existing programs and project designs, structures, methodology, planning and budgeting processes and making recommendations for future project implementation.
• Develops systems and structures for sound implementation of Public Health standards.
• Coordinate performance appraisal of officers in the department and responsible for ensuring all the officers are appraised.
• Coordinates continual evaluation and appraisal of current health management programs, identify priorities and recommend opportunities for up-scaling and or replication.
• Performs any other duties as assigned by the County Director for Health.

Qualifications

• Must have served in Job Group P for a minimum period of 3 years or it’s equivalent
• Must have a first degree in health sciences.
• Master’s Degree in a health-related field is an added advantage.
• Must be registered with relevant regulatory bodies with active and valid practicing license;
• Must have demonstrated leadership and good performance in the previous assignments.
• Certificate in Strategic Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
• Certificate in Computer Application Skills from a recognized institution;
• At least 5 years work experience in Health related Field;
• Demonstrate high degree of professional competence and administrative capability required for the effective planning direction, control and co-ordination of the medical services function;
• A thorough understanding of national goals, policies and objective and ability to relate them to the medical services function and aspirations of vision 2030

Deputy Director Health Policy and Planning

Job Group Q

Position: – 1

Terms of Service: – Permanent and Pensionable 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Leading the elaboration of strategies and policies by proactively contributing to state-of-the-art health policies, strategies, plans and governance activities;
• Promoting and facilitating implementation of policies, strategies, plans and governance activities at county level;
• Improving county health policies, strategies and governance approaches, including but not limited to monitoring and analyzing trends, promoting cross-cutting activities, set and review norms and standards, as well as guidelines for health policies, strategies and governance;
• Elaborating and/or overseeing the elaboration of a series of policies and strategies toward the implementation of best practices in governance at the county and sub-county levels;
• Facilitating and encouraging a culture of information-sharing of lessons learnt related to health planning, capacity building and monitoring taking into consideration criteria such as health financing, social protection, services standards and quality and the analysis and evaluation of health sectors;
• Participating in the elaboration and implementation of resource mobilization and advocacy strategies;
• Advising and guiding partners on advocacy strategies, work plans, and their implementation;
• Performing other related responsibilities as assigned by the County Director.

Qualifications

• Must have served in Job Group P for a minimum period of 3 years or it’s equivalent
• Must have a first degree in health sciences.
• Master’s Degree in a health-related field is an added advantage
• Must be registered with relevant regulatory bodies with active and valid practicing license;
• Must have demonstrated leadership and good performance in the previous assignments.
• Certificate in Strategic Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
• Certificate in Computer Application Skills from a recognized institution;
• At least 5 years work experience in Health related Field;

• Demonstrate high degree of professional competence and administrative capability required for the effective planning direction, control and co-ordination of the health services function;
• A thorough understanding of national goals, policies and objective and ability to relate them to the health services function and aspirations of vision 2030

Director Digital Economy and ICT

Job Group R

Position: – 1

Terms of Service: – Permanent and Pensionable 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, vision and management of digital economy;
• Prepare strategic and operational plans for the Digital Economy Directorate;
• Oversee the implementation and maintenance of technology infrastructure in line with county development plans;
• Ensure ICT systems comply with regulations and legal requirements;
• Oversee development, design and implementation of new system and maintenance of old systems;
• Maintain the integrity and continual operation of ICT network including wireless networks;
• Manage performance of staff within the Directorate of Digital Economy;
• Develop digital economy governance framework;
• Ensure adherence to principles of good governance within the Directorate;
• Carrying out systems analysis, design and program specifications in liaison with users of the specific sectors;
• Overseeing the process of configuration repair and maintenance of information Communication Technology equipment and associated peripherals;
• Drawing up hardware specifications for information Communication Technology equipment; and
• Verification, validation and certification of information technology equipment.

Qualification

• Ten (10) years of service three (3) of which must have Served in the grade of Deputy Director, ICT or in a Comparable position in the Public Service or Private Sector for at least three (3) years.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Science or any other ICT related discipline from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Communication or any other ICT related discipline from a recognized institution is an added advantage;
• Demonstrated a high level of competence and outstanding management qualities in computerized information systems; and
• A thorough understanding of the County goals and objectives and the ability to interpret and apply them to the computing management concepts;
• Troubleshooting skills;
• Knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g., Computer misuse and cybercrime act, 2018, Data Protection act etc.);
• Knowledge of professional standards (e.g., COBIT, ITIL); and
• Satisfy the requirement of chapter six of the constitution of Kenya 2010.

Director Enforcement and Security Services

Job Group R

Position: – 1

Terms of Service: – Permanent and Pensionable 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Development and implementation of strategies, policies, guidelines, and programs related to security and enforcement within the county.
• Planning, mapping and administration of security service divisions.
• Coordinate operations, drills, trainings, parade matters, disciplinary matters and welfare of the enforcement unit.
• Ensure compliance with county laws, by laws, rules and regulations established in respect to VIP protection, property protection, construction, waste disposal and management, revenue collection, disasters and traffic control among others.
• Establish collaborative system with the Judiciary, National Security Agencies, County Policing Authority, Security Advisory Committee and other Stakeholders.
• Promotion of National Values, Principles of good governance as espoused in Article 10 of 232 of the constitution.
• Supervising and guiding enforcement officers in the county.
• Submission of regular progress reports to the. Relevant Chief Officer
• Assessment of County Government Security System, risks intelligence reports and give timely appropriate recommendations
• Assist in the prosecutions of non-compliant individuals to the county laws, by laws, rules and regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines; Security Management, Social Works and Social Administration, Governance & Political Science, Criminology and Fraud Management or its equivalent from a University recognized in Kenya;
• At least 10 years’ continuous experience in security management for direct appointment or must have served for three years in the position of Deputy Director Enforcement and Compliance job group “Q” or its equivalent in the wider public service;
• Demonstrated practical experience in prosecution and handling of charge sheets;
• Demonstrated knowledge of constitutional provisions related to law enforcement;
• Demonstrated exemplary services, high degree of professional and technical competence, good interpersonal relationship and thorough understanding of policy formulation and implementation;
• A Master’s degree in the relevant field will be added advantage;
• Paramilitary training from a recognized institution could be an added advantage;
• Demonstrated a high degree of professional competence and administrative capability in the management of (vacancy) service functions;
• Demonstrated a thorough understanding of County and National goals, policies, objectives and ability to relate them to (position) service functions;
• Certificate in computer applications.