County Government Of Turkana Hiring County Secretary

The County Government of Turkana is seeking dynamic, result-oriented, and qualified Kenyan citizens to fill two critical leadership positions:

Duties and Responsibilities

The County Secretary will serve as the Secretary to the County Executive Committee and Head of the County Public Service. Key responsibilities include:

1. Providing strategic policy direction to improve service delivery in the County Public Service.
2. Arranging and recording the business and minutes of the County Executive Committee.
3. Conveying decisions of the County Executive Committee and tracking their implementation.
4. Establishing collaborations with national government ministries, partners, and stakeholders.
5. Ensuring efficient management of resources in the County.
6. Overseeing the implementation of National and County Government policies.
7. Coordinating activities across County Government departments.
8. Providing direction to County public officers.
9. Performing any other duties as assigned by the Governor or County Executive Committee.

General Requirements for Both Positions

Applicants must:

1. Be Kenyan citizens.
2. Have at least a first degree from a recognized university in Kenya (Master’s degree is an added advantage).
3. Possess at least 10 years of experience in management and administration in the public or private sector.
4. Demonstrate leadership, strategic thinking, and a result-oriented approach.
5. Be conversant with the Constitution of Kenya and Devolution Laws.
6. Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution on Leadership and Integrity.
7. Be members of a registered professional body.
8. Show the ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment and under pressure.
9. Demonstrate knowledge in human resource management, financial management, and ICT.
10. For Chairperson applicants: Knowledge of Turkana County and its complexities is required.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit:

1. A cover letter detailing their suitability for the position.
2. A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV).
3. Certified copies of academic and professional certificates.
4. National Identity Card or Passport.
5. Clearance certificates from the following:
   • Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
   • Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).
   • Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI).
   • Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
   • Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).

Additional Notes:

• Applications from candidates with degrees from non-Kenyan universities must include approval from the Commission for University Education.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Successful candidates must present original documents during the interview.
• The County Government of Turkana is an equal-opportunity employer. Youth, women, persons with disabilities, and those from marginalized communities are encouraged to apply. Affirmative action will be applied as stipulated in the Constitution.

Submission Details:
Applications should be hand-delivered in a sealed envelope with the position applied for clearly marked on the top and addressed to:

The Chairman
Recruitment Selection Panel for Chairperson, Turkana County Public Service Board and County Secretary
NARIG Offices, Turkana
P.O. Box 11-30500
Lodwar

Applications must be received on or before 10th December 2024, by 5:00 PM.

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