County Government of Vihiga County Chief Officer Jobs

County Government of Vihiga County Chief Officer Jobs


Vihiga County Public Service Board is a Body corporate established under section 57 of the County Government Act 2012 pursuant to Article 235 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010. Section 59 of the County Government Act 2012 outlines the functions of the Board.

Pursuant to Constitution and Legal provisions Vihiga County Public Service Board invites applications from qualified persons for the
following position:

County Chief Officer

Each Chief Officer will be in charge of one of the following departments:

  • Information, Communication & Technology.
  • Technical and Vocational Training.
  • Cooperatives.
  • Environment

    Requirements for appointment:

  • Be a Kenyan citizen;
  • Have a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution in Kenya. Possession of a master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage
  • Have vast knowledge and experience of not less than 10 years in the relevant field, 5 of which should be in a senior/managerial position in a large organization;
  • Demonstrate thorough understanding of County development objectives of vision 2030;
  • Be a strategic thinker and results-oriented;
  • Have excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills;
  • Have capacity to work under pressure to meet strict timelines;
  • Have ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
  • Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the National, Values and Principles of Governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010; and
  • Be Computer literate.
  • Satisfy the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya
    2010;

    Duties and responsibilities

  • The Chief Officer will be the authorized officer and accounting officer in the specific department and shall be responsible to the respective County Executive Committee Member.
  • Terms of Service: Contract
  • Salary: As per the Salaries and Remuneration Commission


    How to Apply

  • Interested applicants should download the respective job application forms from the county’s
    official website
  • Fill and submit one hard copy for the best vacancy of interest in a sealed envelope to the office of the Secretary/CEO of the County Public Service Board.Remember to indicate the position
    applied on top of the envelope and drop it in the Governor’s Building,Ground Floor Room 03.
    Deadline for the applications is 31st January,2019 by 5.00pm.

    The Secretary/ceo,
    County Public Service Board,
    P.o. Box 880-50300,
    Maragoli.


  • County Government of Vihiga is an equal opportunity employer. Canvassing,giving or
    accepting bribes will lead to automatic disqualification and prosecution. Only shortlisted
    Candidates will be notified.

  • For more information and job application details, see; County Government of Vihiga County Chief Officer Jobs

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