Summary
Date Posted: Monday, October 24, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Municipality Manager

REF: LCPSB/ADV/2022/111

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT
For appointment to this grade, the ideal
candidates must:
• Be a Kenyan citizen;
• Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Management, Public Administration, Business Management or any other relevant Degree from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Possession of a relevant Master’s Degree would be an added advantage;
• Have at least Seven (7) years of experience, two (2) years of which must have been in a senior management level in reputable organization;
• Be computer literate in Microsoft package from a recognized institution;
• Understanding National goals, Policies and Development objectives of Vision 2030;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of socio-economic dynamics in Lamu County;
• Be a strategic thinker and result oriented Wide knowledge in Urban Development Policies and Financial Management;
• Good knowledge and interpretation of key and related Urban Areas and Cities Legislations and Policies, Knowledge of Municipal Operations and Delegation of Powers; and
• Satisfy the requirements of Chaptersix (6) of the Constitution on Leadership and integrity;

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Specific duties and responsibilities will be as follows:
• Answerable to the board and implement the decisions and functions of the board as per Urban Areas and Cities Act, 2011 Section 20 and 21
• Manage Administration issues of the Lamu Municipality in accordance with the Urban and Cities Areas Act, 2011 and other applicable legislations.
• Formulation and implementation of policies, strategies, plans and programs within the Lamu Municipality.
• Develop, implement an integrated Development Plan and monitor its progress.
• Prepare and present for approval to the Board of the Municipality, an annual estimate of revenue and expenditure.
• Be principally responsible for building and maintaining a strong alliance and effective working relationships between the Board and the civil society, private sector and community-based organizations.
• Prepare, and submit to the Board an annual report on the activities and accomplishments of the departments and agencies comprising the executive branch of the Municipality.
• Act as Board Secretary and as an ex officio member of all committees of the Board.
• Exercise supervision over all Departments and Agencies of the Lamu Municipality and coordination of its activities.
• Enforce the provisions of the Municipality Charter, Municipal By laws, all applicable laws and other Municipality decisions.
• Prepare and administer the annual Municipality budget. Administer Municipality utilities and property.
• Encourage and support regional and intergovernmental cooperation.
• Promote cooperation among the Board of the Municipality, staff and citizens in developing Municipality policies and building a sense of community.
• Exercise such other powers as may be prescribed by Municipal Charter, by laws and applicable laws.
• Any other relevant duties assigned by the Board from time to time.


Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 84

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
Qualified and interested candidates should download and dully fill job application form provided on our website www.lamu.go.ke/www.lamu-cpsb.org  together with required documents and send to;
The Secretary
Lamu County Public Service Board
P.O.Box 536-80500
Lamu.

Applicants must attach photocopies of the following documents:
National Identity Card
Academic: Professional Certificates and Testimonials.
Copies of clearance certificates from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB); Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA); Criminal Investigation Department (CID); Ethics and Anti –Corruption Commission (EACC); and Credit Reference Bureau (CRB) and respective professional bodies.
Any other relevant supporting documents.

Important information
The applications should reach the County Public Service Board on or before 4th November,2022 at 5:00pm
Those with Degrees from foreign Universities should attach proof of accreditation from the Commission for University Education
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Canvasing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
Youth, Women and persons with special needs are encouraged to apply


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