Job Description
CHIEF OFFICER-SOCIAL SERVICES (1 POSITION) JOB GROUP ‘S’-VACANCY NO.
KSI/PSB/EA/4/2024
Requirements for Appointment:
i. Be a Kenyan Citizen.
ii. Have a Bachelor’s Degree from a University recognized in Kenya.
iii. A master’s Degree or other post graduate qualification and or membership of a
professional body in the relevant field will be an added advantage.
iv. Have vast knowledge and experience of not less than 10 years in the relevant
field, 5 of which should be in a senior/managerial position in a large organization.
v. Possess general knowledge of the organization and functions of Government.
vi. Have demonstrable leadership management capacity including knowledge of
financial management.
vii. Demonstrate thorough understanding of county development objectives and
Kenya Vision 2030.
viii. Be conversant with the constitution of Kenya and all the devolution related
legislations.
ix. 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.
x. Have the capacity to work under pressure to meet timelines.
xi. Have the ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect
for diversity.
xii. Be a strategic thinker and result oriented.
xiii. Have excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
xiv. Be computer literate.
xv. Satisfy the requirements of Chapter six of the constitution.
The duties and responsibilities include: -
The Chief Officer will be the authorized officer and maybe appointed as an accounting
officer in a specific department and shall be responsible to the respective County
Executive Committee Member.
Specific duties will include:
i. Administration of a County department;
ii. Formulation and implementation of programs to attain Vision 2030 and sector
goals;
iii. Development and implementation of strategic plans and sector development
plans;
iv. Implementation of policies and regulations;
v. Providing strategic policy direction for effective service delivery;
vi. Ensuring efficient and effective utilization of financial, Human and other
Resources in the Department and submitting regular statutory reports as required.
vii. Ensuring compliance with the National Values and Principles of Good
Governance and Values and Principles of Public Service as outlined in Articles 10
and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010; and
viii. Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Terms: Contract
Remuneration: as per SRC Guidelines.