County Chief Officer, Livestock, Veterinary Services and Fisheries

This role is for the County Chief Officer responsible for the Department of Livestock, Veterinary Services and Fisheries. The Chief Officer will be accountable to the respective County Executive Committee Member for the overall administration and strategic direction of the County Department.

Duties and Responsibilities

The specific duties for this position include:

• Administration of the County Department.
• Formulation and implementation of programs designed to achieve Vision 2030 and sector-specific goals.
• Development and implementation of strategic plans and sector development plans.
• Implementation of relevant policies and regulations.
• Providing strategic policy direction to ensure effective service delivery.
• Ensuring strict compliance with the National Values and Principles of good governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.
• Ensuring effective and efficient utilization of the Department’s financial and non-financial resources, including management, control, and reporting on financial information, material resources, and facilities.
• Building human resource capacity by developing and implementing comprehensive human resource plans for the Department.
• Ensuring efficient and effective service delivery to the public.
• Promoting the successful realization of the County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP).

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this position, a person should:

• Be a Kenyan citizen.
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree from a university recognized in Kenya.
• Possession of a Master’s degree in the relevant field will be an added advantage.
• Have at least ten (10) years of relevant professional experience.
• A minimum of five (5) years of this experience must be in a leadership position or a senior management level in the Public Service or Private Sector.
• Have a proven track record in managing resources within a high-performing organization.
• Possess knowledge and skills in any of the following critical areas: Project Planning and Management; Public Financial Management; Human Resource Management; Conflict Resolution Management; Strategic Management and Leadership.
• Demonstrate excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Have membership to a relevant professional body.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of county development objectives and Kenya's Vision 2030.
• Be a strategic thinker and highly results-oriented.
• Have the capacity to work effectively under pressure to meet strict timelines.
• Meet the requirements prescribed in Chapter Six of the Constitution on leadership and integrity.