County Chief Officer at Turkana County Government

Job Description

REF; TUR/ CPSB/093/2024/2025: COUNTY CHIEF OFFICER –

Duties and Responsibilities:

Reporting to the respective County Executive Committee Member, the Officer will be the Accounting and Authorized Officer for the Department and will also be responsible for the following:

General administration and coordination of the respective County Department.
Development, implementation and review of policies, Sector Plans and Budgets.
Overseeing management of Departmental resources, preparation of budget estimates, annual work plans and Programmes.
Formulation and implementation of effective programs aligned to County visions and sector goals
Implementation and monitoring of the Performance Management system.
Organizing and coordinating consultative forums with Stakeholders
Promotion of National Values and Principles of Good Governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.
Ensure effective service delivery through implementation of laid out policies and regulations.
Knowledge and understanding of Public Procurement Regulations and Guidelines
Knowledge and understanding of Public Finance Management and controls
Knowledge and understanding of Human Resource Management in Public Sector
Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements for Appointment: –

Bea Kenyan Citizen
Be in possession of a first degree in a relevant field from a university recognized in Kenya and a Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
Have relevant knowledge and experience of not less than seven (7) years in a Senior Management position in Public Service or Private Sector.
Demonstrate understanding of Devolved Governance.
Be a strategic and result oriented individual and able to wo ressure to meet strict deadlines.
Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on Leadership and Integrity.
Have knowledge and experience in Programme Based Budgeting, Planning and Financial analysis.
Demonstrate thorough understanding of County development objectives and Kenya Vision 2030.
Have Effective Communication Skills and a Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.