Chief Environment Officers

Job Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in Environmental Planning and Management, Environmental Science Studies or any other related degree from a university recognized in Kenya.
• A master’s degree Environmental Planning and Management/ Environmental Science Studies is an added advantage;
• Must be a registered Lead/Associate Expert with relevant bodies;
• Thorough understanding of Environmental Laws and Regulations;
• Ability to conduct research, organize and present information, write and compile analytical reports for presentation;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Must satisfy the requirement of chapter six of the Kenyan Constitution.

Job Description

• Co-ordinates all aspects of pollution control, waste management, recycling, environmental health, climate change, conservation and renewable energy to ensure compliance with Environmental legislation;
• Preparation of Sub-County Work Plans for all environmental activities and supervision of their implementation;
• Collaborating with community and other stakeholders in environmental conservation activities;
• Documenting and promoting best environmental practices;
• Periodic preparation and submission of Environmental Progress Reports;
• Facilitation and promotion of Citizen Participation in management of environmental affairs;
• Assisting the Sub-County Administrator and liaising with other Government officers in developing strategies for better environmental service delivery;
• Ensuring compliance and enforcement of Environmental Regulations within the Sub County;
• Assisting the Sub-County Administrator and liaising with other county government officers in developing strategies for better environmental service delivery;
• Developing and updating Sub-County Environmental Databases;
• Mobilizing the public to participate in environmental conservation, landscaping and management activities within the Sub-County including liaising with NGOs;
• Conducting environmental education and public awareness on environmental issues at the County/Sub-County level;
• Identifying areas of Environmental concerns and ensuring they are sufficiently addressed and incorporated in Environmental management plans;
• Supervising the Ward Environment officers;
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the Director Environment and Natural Resources.