Chief Officer- Transport, Roads, Infrastructure, and Energy at Nyeri County

Job Description

Nyeri County is a county in the old Central Province of Kenya. Its headquarters are in Nyeri town. Home to 6 constituencies 1. Tetu Constituency 2. Kieni Constituency 3. Mathira Constituency 4. Othaya Constituency 5. Mukurweini Constituency 6. Nyeri Town Constituency

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Duties and Responsibilities 

Reporting to the respective County Executive Committee Member, the Officers will be the Accounting and Authorized Officer for the Department and will also be responsible for the following; Day-to-day administration and coordination of the respective county department as provided under section 46; Providing strategic policy direction for effective service delivery within the department; Implementing policies and programs within the department; Developing and implementing strategic plans and sector development goals including performance management; Formulating and implementing of effective programs to attain Vision ; and Promoting and ensuring compliance with National Values and Principles of Governance as outlined in Articles 10 and of the Constitution of Kenya; Overseeing the management of finances, preparation of budget estimates, annual work plans and programs; Maintaining effective collaboration and partnerships with other organs of the County, other Counties, and as well as the Private Sector; Performing any other duties as may be assigned by the relevant Executive Committee Member from time to time.

Requirements for Appointment 

Be a Kenyan citizen; Be in possession of a first degree in a relevant field from a university recognized in Kenya. Have ten years of relevant professional experience; and at least five years’ experience in a leadership position at a Senior Management level in Public Service or Private Sector Organization; Have knowledge and experience in Programme Based Budgeting, Planning and Financial analysis. Demonstrate a thorough understanding and commitment to the Values and Principles as outlined in Articles 10 and of the Constitution of Kenya and understanding of Vision . Satisfy the requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya. A Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.