DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Efficient utilization of funds and other Public resources placed at their disposal as they shall be the authorized officers in respect of exercise of delegated powers; and 
• Giving effect to lawful directives of County Executive Committee Members and keeping them informed of all important activities and events; 
• The administration of the County department
• Formulation and implementation of effective programs to attain vision 2030 and sector goals.
• Development and implementation of County’s strategic and Integrated Development Plans and sector development plans
• Implementation of policies, regulations and laws
• Providing strategic policy direction for effective service delivery
• Promotion of National Values and Principles as well as ensuring compliance as outlined in Articles 
• Determine, manage and develop the department’s workforce including execution of performance contracts and appraisal of staff
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT

• Be a Kenyan citizen.
• Have a Bachelor’s degree from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Possession of a Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
• Must be a member of a professional body relevant to the position applied for and in good standing
• Have vast knowledge and experience of not less than 10 years in the relevant field, five of which should be in a managerial position
• Be conversant with the Constitution of Kenya and all the devolution laws
• Demonstrate thorugh understanding of county development objectives and vision 2030
• Be a strategic thinker and results oriented
• Have excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Have capacity to work under pressure to meet timelines
• Have ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity
• Satisfies the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.
• Be computer literate

Applicants should submit their applications together with copies of their detailed Curriculum Vitae, Academic and Professional certificates, Testimonials, National Identity Card or Passport and any other supporting documents.
The applicants should indicate the position applied for on top of the envelope and address it to:

The County Secretary and Head of Public Service
County Government of Busia
P.O Box Private Bag
BUSIA (K)

Hard copies of applications should be delivered to the office of the County Secretary County Government of Busia Town Hall Offices -Ground Floor between 8.00 a.m and 5.00 p.m on weekdays.
Applicants should seek clearance from and attach copies or evidence thereof of the Current Valid documents below.

Kenya Revenue Authority
Ethics and Anti-corruption Commission
Criminal Investigation Department (Certificate of Good Conduct)
Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
Applications should be received on or before the 9th September, 2022