Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, March 28, 2023 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Director Disaster Management Job Group “R”-One (1) Post-ADVERT No: CPSB/16/2023
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Chief Officer -Governorship, he/she will be responsible for:
• Coordinating disaster risk management programmes, emergencies, policies, strategies in the county
• Developing and reviewing Disaster Response Plans and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for effective response;
• Supervising staff and overseeing the smooth running of the department
• Managing the department’s budget and maintain statistical and financial records
• Collaborating and Networking with like-minded partners to build a culture of risk reduction and effective emergency response plans;
• Acting as a focal point in best practices for replication and uptake by strategic partners and stakeholders;
• Establishing a unique County Emergency Operation Centre (EOC) for effective management and coordination of humanitarian emergencies;
• Ensuring total compliance to the Workplace safety standards (OSHA)
• Raising awareness to the public on disaster management and preparedness
• Any other duties as assigned from time to time.

Requirements
• Have served for a minimum period of 6 years in a field relevant.
• Master’s Degree in a relevant field
• Bachelor’s degree in Disaster Management, Social Science or related field from a recognized institution
• Certificate course in firefighting/fire rescue, first aid or any other disaster response course from a recognized institution
• Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Program lasting not less than six (6) weeks or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• attended a senior management course (SMC) or its equivalent lasting not less than four (4) weeks in a recognized Institution
• Demonstrate professional, technical, administrative competences and strong analytical skills with outstanding verbal and written communication
• Has the ability to work within a multi-cultural setting and management skills


Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 72

Level of Education: Postgraduate Degree

Job application procedure

All applicants should submit their application letter together with copies of their detailed curriculum vitae with names, address and telephone contacts, academic and professional certificates, testimonials, national identity card and any other supporting documents to the County Public Service Board – PORT VICTORIA PLAZA on or before 14th April, 2023 at 5.00 p.m.

Applications should be addressed to:
The Secretary/CEO,
County Public Service Board,
County Government of Busia,
P.O Box 1103- 50400,
Busia.

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