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ADVERTISEMENT: VACANCIES IN THE COUNTY GOVERNMENT OF NYANDARUA ADVERT NO: 04/2025

The County Public Service Board of Nyandarua wishes to recruit competent and qualified candidates to fill the following vacant positions.

 

Designation

Job Group

Post

1

Chief Officer, Public Administration and Devolution

‘S’

1

2

Chief Officer, Water and Sanitation

‘S’

1

3

Chief Officer, Lands and Physical Planning

‘S’

1

4

Chief Officer, Culture, Gender and Social Protection

‘S’

1

5

Chief Officer, Partnership, Diaspora & Resource Mobilization

‘S’

1

 

 Total

 

5

 

1. DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SERVICE, ADMINISTRATION AND DEVOLUTION

i) Chief Officer, Public Administration and Devolution – one (1) post

Remuneration as guided by the SRC from time to time
Terms of Employment – Contract

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this position, an applicant must:

  1. 1.Kenyan citizenship;
  2. 2. A relevant Bachelor’s degree recognised in Kenya;
  3. 3. A Master’s degree will be an added advantage;
  4. 4. Be a strategic thinker and results-oriented;
  5. 5. Be a member of the Professional Body in the discipline;
  6. 6. Proven experience of at least ten (10) years of service from a reputable organization, with at least five (5) 
  7. 7. years in a senior management position;
  8. 8. Computer literacy; and
  9. 9. Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • 1. Oversee smooth running of the Directorate of Public Administration and Devolution;
  • 2. 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;
  • 3. Day-to-day administration and coordination of the respective county department as provided under section 46;
  • 4. Providing strategic policy direction for effective service delivery within the department;
  • 5. Implementing policies and programs within the department;
  • 6. Developing and implementing strategic plans and sector development goals including performance management;
  • 7. Formulating and implementing of effective programs to attain Vision 2030; Promoting and ensuring compliance with National Values and Principles of Governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya;
  • 8. Overseeing the management of finances, preparation of budget estimates, annual work plans and programs;
  • 9. Maintaining effective collaboration and partnerships with other organs of the County, other Counties, and as well as the Private Sector;
  • 10. Performing any other duties as may be assigned by the relevant Executive Committee Member from time to time.

2. DEPARTMENT OF WATER, SANITATION, ENVIRONMENT, TOURISM AND NATURAL RESOURCES AND CLIMATE CHANGE;

i) Chief Officer, Water and Sanitation - One (1) Post

Remuneration as guided by the SRC from time to time
Terms of Employment – Contract

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this position, an applicant must:

  • 1. Kenyan citizenship;
  • 2. A relevant Bachelor’s degree recognised in Kenya;
  • 3. A Master’s degree will be an added advantage;
  • 4. Be a strategic thinker and results-oriented;
  • 5. Be a member of the Professional Body in the discipline;
  • 6. Proven experience of at least ten (10) years of service from a reputable organization, with at least five (5) years in a senior management position;
  • 7. Computer literacy
  • 8. Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • 1. Oversee smooth running of the Directorate of Water and Sanitation Division;
  • 2. Reporting to the respective County Executive Committee Member, the Chief Officers will be the Accounting and Authorized Officer for the Department and will also be responsible for the following;
  • 3. Day-to-day administration and coordination of the respective county department as provided under section 46;
  • 4. Providing strategic policy direction for effective service delivery within the department;
  • 5. Implementing policies and programs within the department;
  • 6. Developing and implementing strategic plans and sector development goals including performance management;
  • 7. Formulating and implementing of effective programs to attain Vision 2030; Promoting and ensuring compliance with National Values and Principles of Governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya;
  • 8. Overseeing the management of finances, preparation of budget estimates, annual work plans and programs;
  • 9. Maintaining effective collaboration and partnerships with other organs of the County, other Counties, and as well as the Private Sector;
  • 10. Performing any other duties as may be assigned by the relevant Executive Committee Member from time to time.

3. Department Lands, Physical Planning, Housing and Urban Development

i) Chief Officer, Lands and Physical Planning - one (1) post

Remuneration as guided by the SRC from time to time
Terms of Employment – Contract

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this position, an applicant must:

  • 1. Kenyan citizenship;
  • 2. A relevant Bachelor’s degree recognised in Kenya;
  • 3. A Master’s degree will be an added advantage;
  • 4. Be a strategic thinker and results-oriented;
  • 5. Be a member of the Professional Body in the discipline;
  • 6. Proven experience of at least ten (10) years of service from a reputable organization, with at least five (5) years in a senior management position;
  • 7. Computer literacy
  • 8. Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • 1. Oversee smooth running of the directorate of Lands and Physical Planning;
  • 2. Knowledge and experience in the area of Urban and Regional Planning, Urban/Town Planning, Land Surveying and Photogrammetry, Geomatics Engineering, Technology in Geomatics, Geo-Spatial Engineering, Philosophy in Technology (Survey) or Land Economics.
  • 3. Competence is the discipline with proven experience;
  • 4. Exercise any County Public Service Board’s functions as may be delegated according to the County Governments Act 2012, Section 86 (1);
  • 5. Formulate and implement effective Divisional Plans in line with Vision 2030, CIDP II and other Sectoral goals;
  • 6. Proper management and supervision of the human resources in the Department;
  • 7. Ensure efficient financial utilization and accountability in the Department;
  • 8. Ensure the provision of the equipment and tools of work;
  • 9. Planning and coordination of the Department’s activities;
  • 10. Develop, update and implement all Department’s policies and procedures;
  • 11. Create linkages and collaboration with other stakeholders in the field;
  • 12. Ensure compliance with the National Values and Principles of good governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya;

4. Department Education, Children, Gender Affairs, Culture and Social Services

i) Chief Officer, Culture, Gender and Social Protection - One (1) Post

Remuneration as guided by the SRC from time to time
Terms of Employment – Contract

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this position, an applicant must:

  • 1. Be a Kenyan citizenship;
  • 2. Have relevant Bachelor’s degree recognised in Kenya;
  • 3. Have a Master’s degree will be an added advantage;
  • 4. Be a strategic thinker and results-oriented;
  • 5. Be a member of the Professional Body in the discipline;
  • 6. Prove experience of at least ten (10) years of service from a reputable organization, with at least five (5) years in a senior management position;
  • 7. Computer literacy
  • 8. Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • 1. Oversee smooth running of the directorate of Culture, Gender and Social Protection;
  • 2. Implementation of County Executive Committee resolutions as guided by the Executive Committee Member in line with the Vision 2030, CIDP III and other Sectoral goals;
  • 3. Proper management and supervision of the human resources in the Division;
  • 4. Ensure efficient financial utilization and accountability in the Division;
  • 5. Ensure the provision of the equipment and tools of work;
  • 6. Planning and coordination of the Division’s activities;
  • 7. Develop, update and implement all Division’s policies and procedures;
  • 8. Create linkages and collaboration with other stakeholders in the field; and
  • 9. Ensure compliance with the National Values and principles of good governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.

5. Department of Trade, Industrialization, Cooperation Development and Partnership

i) Chief Officer, Partnership, Diaspora & Resource Mobilization - One (1) Post

Remuneration as guided by the SRC from time to time
Terms of Employment – Contract

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this position, an applicant must:

  • 1. Kenyan citizenship;
  • 2. A relevant Bachelor’s degree recognised in Kenya;
  • 3. A Master’s degree will be an added advantage;
  • 4. Be a strategic thinker and results-oriented;
  • 5. Be a member of the Professional Body in the discipline;
  • 6. Proven experience of at least ten (10) years of service from a reputable organization, with at least five (5) years in a senior management position;
  • 7. Computer literacy
  • 8. Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

Key Responsibilities and Functions:

  • 1. Oversee smooth running of the Directorate of Partnership, Diaspora & Resource Mobilization
  • 2. Building and maintaining strong relationships with national governments, private sector organizations, multi-lateral and inter-governmental bodies, and financial institutions.
  • 3. Developing and implementing strategic partnerships to achieve organizational objectives.
  • 4. Representing the organization at high-level meetings and events.
  • 5. Developing and implementing comprehensive resource mobilization strategies to secure funding from diverse sources.
  • 6. Managing and reporting on key income streams, ensuring donor confidence.
  • 7. Monitoring trends in development cooperation and aid, and adapting strategies accordingly.
  • 8. Preparing proposals and coordinating multidisciplinary teams for fundraising efforts.
  • 9. Exploring and implementing innovative funding models.
  • 10. Engaging with diaspora communities, identifying opportunities for collaboration and resource mobilization.
  • 1. Developing strategies to leverage diaspora skills and resources to support organizational goals.
  • 12. Facilitating communication and collaboration between the organization and the diaspora.
  • 13. Leading and supervising a team of professionals in partnerships, resource mobilization, and diaspora affairs.
  • 14. Developing and implementing strategic plans and budgets for partnerships and resource mobilization.
  • 15. Reporting to senior management on the progress and impact of partnerships and resource mobilization efforts.
  • 16. Ensuring alignment between partnership and resource mobilization efforts with the organization’s overall strategic goals.
  • 17. Monitoring donor policies and practices, and advising on recommended actions to influence them.
  • 18. Undertaking special projects and technical tasks aligned with organizational goals.
  • 19. Developing and maintaining a strong understanding of global development issues, trends, and best practices in the INGO sector.
  • 20. Ensuring effective internal communications and collaboration.
  • 21. Experience with Donor funding mechanisms, knowledge of specific regional development dynamics, and understanding of global development issues and trends.
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HOW TO APPLY

Candidates are requested to download the Application for Employment Form thereafter they should complete the Application for Employment Form and attach copies of the following documents:

  • 1.National Identification Card;
  • 2. Academic and professional certificates.; and
  • 3. Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to produce their original identity cards, academic and professional certificates plus other relevant documents in support of their applications.

Applications should be submitted to the County Public Service Board in an envelope which should be addressed to:

The Secretary,

County Public Service Board,

P.O Box 38-20303,

Ol’ Kalou,

NYANDARUA

Applications may also be hand delivered to the County Public Service Board offices located at Posta House, 2nd floor, Ol’Kalou Town.

 

Applications should be received on or before close of business on 28/05/2025.

 

Any form of canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification.

Nyandarua County Government is an equal opportunity employer: women, youth, persons with disabilities, minority and marginalized persons: are encouraged to apply.

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