Summary
Date Posted: Friday, January 14, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Pursuant to the Constitution of Kenya (2010) and the County Governments Act No. 17 of 2012, the County Government of Kakamega invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the following vacant position.

Department Of Water, Environment And Natural Resources
Agency: Kakamega County Rural Water And Sewerage Company
Position: Chief Executive Officer Job Group Cpsb 03 (1 Post)
Terms of Service: Three (3) years contract renewable for a further one (1) term subject to satisfactory performance.

Basic Salary: Kshs. 121,430 x 6,070 - 127,500 x 6,370 - 133,870 x 6,570 - 140,440 x 6,770 - 147,210 x 6,960 -154,170 x 7,160 - 161,330 x 7,810 - 169,140p.m

Reporting: The Chief Executive Officer shall be responsible for the day to day management of the affairs of the Company as guided by the Board of Management.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Specific duties will entail:
i. Provide leadership in the management, development, review and implementation of strategies, policies and procedures to ensure profitable operation;
ii. Ensure compliance of financial management of resources through mobilization, budgeting and monitoring utilization of resources;
iii. Lead the development and implementation of the strategic plan, annual work plan and periodic reports;
iv. Foster corporate culture that promotes professionalism, good governance, ethical practices, creativity, innovation and good corporate citizenship;
v. Formulate and periodically update the Company’s Plan and Action Plan including projections of any necessary expansion and development of facilities and extension of business operations;
vi. Direct and coordinate the Company’s operations and overall administration to ensure various organs of the Company operate in conformity with overall operational plans and performance targets;
vii. Promote Company’s image and develop good working relationship with all stakeholders and partners in the Company’s area of jurisdiction;
viii. Advise the Board of Directors concerning objectives and policies relating to technical, financial and legal affairs of the Company; and
ix. Submit regular reports to the Board of Directors on revenue performance and Human Resource functions of the company.

Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:
i. Be a Kenyan Citizen;
ii. Hold a Master’s degree from a University recognized in Kenya;
iii. Hold a first degree or its equivalent from a university recognized in Kenya; iv. Have at least seven (7) years’ experience in management;
v. Be a member of a relevant professional body;
vi. Meet the requirements of chapter six of the Constitution;
vii. Knowledge of relevant legislations and policies relating to water sector, e.g. WASREB,
WARMA, WSB and WSP; viii. Have demonstrated ability to manage water and sewerage utilities with sound innovations; and
viii. Familiar with Water Sector Management and donor funded projects and demonstrated good financial management skills

PLEASE NOTE:
1. Candidates should NOT attach any documents to the application form.
2. All the details requested in the advertisement should be filled on the form.
3. ALL Serving Officers in Public Service, MUST clearly indicate: -
✓ The Officer’s Payroll Number;
✓ Date of first appointment;
✓ Date of last promotion to the current grade7 ✓ Substantive designation and Job Group; and ✓ The Officer’s respective public institution.
4. During interviews, shortlisted candidates will be required to produce the following original documents: - National Identity Card; Academic and Professional Certificates; and where applicable; current pay slip and letter of last promotion to the current grade.
5. Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
6. The County Government of Kakamega is an equal opportunity employer.
7. Persons living with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
8. Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted.
9. Successfully selected candidates will be required to fulfill the Chapter Six requirements of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010 on integrity and leadership, before appointment.

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Level of Education: Postgraduate Degree

Job application procedure
All applicants should click on the Job Offers Option on the County Website www.kakamega.go.ke, fill the Application Form and submit it ONLINE on or before 28th January, 2022 at 11.59 P.M.
N/B: No hard copy or emailed applications to the Board’s official email i.e. cpsb@kakamega.go.ke  will be accepted.
Applicants are advised to provide accurate information when making applications, those who give false information regarding their credentials and qualifications will be automatically disqualified.
PLEASE NOTE: Kakamega County Public Service Board (KCPSB) DOES NOT use Agents nor charge ANY FEE at any stage of the recruitment and selection process. Our official communication channels are; email address cpsb@kakamega.go.ke  and phone number 0713852573 ONLY.

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