Chief Officer - Trade, Culture, Tourism and Cooperative Development

The Chief Officer will serve as the Accounting and Authorized Officer for the Department of Trade, Culture, Tourism and Cooperative Development. Reporting to the respective County Executive Committee Member, the successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day administration and coordination of the department, providing strategic policy direction, and ensuring effective service delivery.

Responsibilities

• 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 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.
• 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

• Be a Kenyan citizen (Attach ID).
• KCPE and KCSE Certificate (Attach certificates).
• Be in possession of a first degree in a relevant field from a university recognized in Kenya.
• Have ten (10) years of relevant professional experience; and at least five (5) years’ experience in a leadership position at a Senior Management level in a Public Service or Private Sector Organization (Attach evidence).
• 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 232 of the Constitution of Kenya and an understanding of Vision 2030.
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
• Possession of a Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are required to submit/post a duly filled Employment Application Form. The form can be accessed on the County website: www.nyeri.go.ke.

All applications (hand delivered or through post office) should be received on or before 13th April, 2026, at 5.00pm.

Address to: THE SECRETARY NYERI COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD OFFICES P.O. BOX 90-10100 NYERI CELL PHONE: 0745342000