Job Description
REF:TUR/CPSB/019/2022/2023: DEPUTY DIRECTOR NATURAL RESOURCES,
JOB GROUP “Q”, POSITION: ONE (1)
Deputy Director Natural Resources will be responsible to County Director Natural Resources in
matters related to Natural Resources in the County.
Duties and responsibilities
a) Assist the director in implementation of programmes, projects and activities in the department;
b) Assist in enforcement of relevant laws and regulations and monitoring resilience and health of
natural resources;
c) Promote natural resources activities in the county;
d) Collect, analyze and report data and information on natural resources;
e) Compile regular reports as may be required on natural resources activities;
f) Identify needs, challenges and problems for developing and effective extension methods and
practices through consultation with key stakeholders;
g) Develop and implement action plan for enhancing public knowledge and skills of best natural
resources management practices;
h) Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Requirement for appointment
For appointment in this grade, a candidate must have: -
a) Served in the grade of Assistant Director Natural Resources for a minimum period of three (3)
years or in any comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Public Sector;
b) Bachelor’s degree in Climate Change, Natural Resources or Forestry from a recognized
institution;
c) Master’s degree in Climate Change, Natural Resources or Forestry from a recognized
institution will be added advantage;
d) Attended Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized
institution in Kenya;
e) Certificate in Computer Application from a recognized institution; and
f) Demonstrate a thorough understanding for national goals, policies, objectives and the ability
to relate them to the natural resources function.