Hospitality and TourismFull-TimeMid-level(3-5 yrs)
Job Description
The Chief Tourism Officer is responsible for spearheading tourism development and hospitality management within Embu County. The role involves formulating and implementing strategic policies to promote the county as a premier destination, managing local tourism assets, and ensuring high standards in hospitality services. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in enhancing the local economy through sustainable tourism practices and project management.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement county tourism policies and strategic plans.
Oversee the identification, development, and promotion of local tourism sites and attractions.
Coordinate and monitor hospitality and institutional management standards within the county.
Promote eco-tourism and other sustainable travel initiatives to preserve the county's heritage.
Manage departmental staff and oversee the implementation of tourism-related projects.
Foster partnerships with stakeholders in the tourism and hospitality sectors.
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:
Served in a relevant and comparable position for a minimum period of three (3) years.
A Bachelor’s degree in either: Tourism, Tourism Management, Tourism and Hospitality Management, Eco-Tourism, Hotel and Institutional Management, Leisure and Hospitality Studies, International Tourism Management, Hospitality Management, Travel and Tourism Management, Hotel and Hospitality Management, or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
General Conditions and Requirements
Application Deadline: All applications should be submitted on or before 21st April 2026.
Shortlisting: Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.
Vacancy Number: The vacancy number of the position being applied MUST be indicated on the envelope and the application form.
Compliance: Any candidate who directly or indirectly canvases shall automatically be disqualified.
Inclusion: Women, Youth, and Persons Living with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Clearance Documents: Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide original academic and professional certificates, ID, and current Chapter Six clearance documents during the interview from:
Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
Directorate of Criminal Investigation (DCI)
How to Apply
All applications should be sent to the undersigned on or before 21st April 2026.
THE CEO/SECRETARYEMBU COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARDP.O BOX 2871-60100EMBU
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications to the address provided below. The vacancy number of the position must be clearly indicated on both the envelope and the application form. Applications must be received on or before 21st April 2026.
Postal Address:
THE CEO/SECRETARY
EMBU COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD
P.O BOX 2871-60100
EMBU
