Summary
Date Posted: Monday, April 11, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Environment Officer
REF: CG/KLF/CPSB/ADVERT/5/9/8/22

Job Summary
This position is responsible for identification of applicable environmental regulations and risks and to formulate and implement acceptable environmental policies and systems to ensure compliance and conformity to national and county laws and also responsible for developing, implementing and monitoring environmental strategies that promote sustainable development.

Duties and responsibilities
• Implementation of County environmental work plans
• Ensure compliance and enforcement of environment regulations within the County
• Developing and updating of County environmental database
• Mobilizing the public to participate in environmental conservation, tree planting and management activities within the County
• Development and determination of permissible levels of exposure to environmental contaminants
• Collaborating with community and other stakeholders in environmental conservation activities
• Develop and conduct programs to manage county resources with regards to the environment.
• Oversee the inventory, use, and maintenance of equipment and facilities used for environmental management.
• Implement policies and regulations related to environment in the county
• Lead and direct the delivery of strategies to ensure the conservation, management and promotion of all aspects of the natural, historic and coastal environment of the county.
• Represent the department on different forums related to environment and natural resources
• Prepare write ups, presentations and reports related to the environment and naturalv resources of the County.
• Determine the best possible solution for environment protection
• Monitoring health and safety risks and hazards in the workplace
• Ensuring that the directorate is legally compliant with all health and safety legislation
• Liaising with NEMA on environmental matters
• Ensuring compliance and enforcement of environmental regulations
• Coordinating implementation of EIA and EA process in County Projects
• Inspection and compliance of environmental EIA/EA regulations
• Assist in the formulation of policies, procedures, plans for existing, and new natural resources management programs and ensure the evaluation and enforcement of environmental laws and regulations
• Coordinate all aspects of pollution control, waste management, recycling, environmental health and conservation
• Establish monitoring and evaluation systems for the environmental section goals

Requirements for appointment
• A Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Climate Change and Climate Systems; Meteorology, Environmental Science/Natural Resources, Environmental Studies and Natural Resource Sciences or related fields from a recognized university
• At least three (3) years of relevant working experience
• Member of Environment Institute of Kenya (EIK)
• EIA expert registered with NEMA
• Certificate in computer applications from a recognized Institution
• Satisfy the requirements of chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
Interested candidates who meet the set criteria MUST apply using the Employment Form (KCPSB 001) and attach copies of ID, CV, academic/professional certificates and other relevant testimonials. The application form can be downloaded from http://www.kilifi.go.ke  or obtained from the County Public Service Board offices, located at Naivas Building 2nd Floor.
Applicants can submit their applications by hand or by mail through:
THE BOARD SECRETARY/CEO
COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD
COUNTY GOVERNMENT OF KILIFI
P.O. BOX 491 — 80108
KILIFI
All applications in hard copy, stating the post applied for and the advert reference number, should be received not later than 28th April 2022 at 5:00 pm.
The County Government of Kilifi gives equal employment opportunity to all hence women and the physically challenged are encourage to apply.
Note:
• Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted
• Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification
• The County Public Service Board DOES NOT charge fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
• It is a CRIMINAL OFFENCE to present fake certificates /documents

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