The Sub- County Administrator will be responsible to Director Public Service, Administration and Coordination of County Affairs for the following.
Responsibilities
Organizing, coordinating, managing and supervising the general administrative functions in the Sub-County;
Implementing and maintaining effective service delivery standards;
Coordinating developmental activities to empower the community;
Providing and maintaining infrastructures and facilities of Public Sector;
Facilitating and coordinating citizen participation in development of policies and delivery of service;
Preparing progress reports for management in accordance with approved reporting formats and ensuring timely submission;
Ensure timely, efficient communication and coordination of all Sub- County activities;
Participating in development of the annual work plan budget and policies, ensuring strict compliance with the relevant statutes;
Ensuring compliance with National Values and Principles of Good Governance as outlined in Article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2012;
Ensuring operationalization of service delivery in all the devolved unit in the Sub-County;
Ensuring efficient management of resources and co-ordination of County Government resources; and ,
Performing any other functions as directed by the supervisor
Salary Scale:The salary will be inJob Group “Q”and other benefits attached to this position will be as determined by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.
Terms of Service:Contract basis
Qualifications
Be a Kenyan Citizen
Have vast knowledge, experience and distinguished career of not less than of 8 year, of which at least 4 years in a senior position in Administration and Management in the Public Service or Private Sector.
Bachelor’s degree in any of the following Social Sciences: Public Administration, Business Management/ Administration, Strategic management, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
Master’s degree in any of the following Social Sciences: Public Administration, Business Management/Administration, Human Resource Management, Strategic Management, Finance, Economics or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
Fulfilled all the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya,
Proven communication, proficiency in computer applications and report writing skills; and have capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines
Demonstrated thorough understanding of Devolution, the County Development objectives/ National Goals policies and Vision
Have thorough knowledge of structural, legislative and regulatory framework of the Public Service and Administration
Have ability to work under in a multi-ethic environment with sensitivity and respect for
Leadership/ Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
Demonstrated high degree of professional and technical competence as reflected in work performance and results.
Membership of any relevant Professional body will have an added advantage.
Kindly note that:
County Government of Vihiga is an equal opportunity employer; Women, People from marginalized areas and persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Please note that canvassing for these positions will lead to automatic disqualification.
Salary and other benefits attached to the above vacant positions will be as determined by SRC guidelines.
All the above vacant posts are on a 3-year renewable contract terms based on satisfactory performance.
More details on the above advertised positions can be obtained on the County’s website
