Job Description
The County Government invites applications from visionary, highly competent, and results-oriented professionals for the position of County Chief Officer on a contractual basis. This is an outstanding leadership opportunity for an experienced public administration professional who is passionate about strengthening service delivery, promoting institutional excellence, and driving sustainable county development. The successful candidate will play a central role in supporting the County Executive by providing strategic leadership, administrative oversight, and operational coordination within an assigned department.
The County Chief Officer serves as the authorized accounting and administrative officer responsible for ensuring that departmental programs are implemented efficiently, lawfully, and in alignment with county development priorities. The office requires a leader capable of translating government policies into practical initiatives that improve the lives of residents while maintaining the highest standards of integrity, accountability, transparency, and professionalism. The successful candidate will work closely with senior county leadership, technical teams, development partners, and stakeholders to ensure the effective execution of county projects and public services.
This position requires exceptional leadership abilities, sound policy interpretation skills, and the capacity to manage complex administrative functions in a dynamic environment. The County Chief Officer will oversee planning, budgeting, financial accountability, performance management, institutional development, and implementation of departmental strategies. The role also demands collaboration across departments to enhance coordination, strengthen governance systems, and improve operational efficiency throughout county structures.
Applicants should possess extensive professional experience, demonstrate sound judgment in decision-making, and exhibit excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. The ideal candidate will embrace innovation, continuous improvement, and ethical leadership while fostering teamwork, accountability, and quality service delivery. A comprehensive understanding of the Constitution of Kenya, devolved governance, Vision 2030, public finance management principles, and county development planning will be essential for success in this role.
The County Government offers a challenging and rewarding professional environment where experienced leaders can make meaningful contributions to economic growth, community development, and efficient public administration. Individuals with proven executive leadership capabilities, a commitment to excellence, and the ability to deliver measurable institutional results are encouraged to submit their applications. This appointment will be offered on a contract basis in accordance with applicable government regulations and human resource policies.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership, direction, and administrative oversight for all departmental operations and functions.
- Serve as the authorized accounting officer responsible for prudent utilization of public resources.
- Coordinate the implementation of county policies, strategic plans, and departmental development programs.
- Lead the preparation, execution, monitoring, and evaluation of departmental work plans.
- Oversee formulation and implementation of annual departmental budgets.
- Ensure compliance with the Constitution, national legislation, county legislation, and applicable government regulations.
- Supervise implementation of public service delivery initiatives across county, sub-county, and ward offices.
- Develop policies, operational frameworks, and institutional systems that strengthen departmental performance.
- Promote efficient allocation and management of financial, physical, and human resources.
- Ensure adherence to public finance management, procurement, and asset management regulations.
- Coordinate performance management systems and monitor departmental achievements against approved targets.
- Guide departmental staff through effective leadership, mentorship, coaching, and capacity development initiatives.
- Promote ethical conduct, integrity, accountability, and transparency in all departmental activities.
- Strengthen collaboration between county departments, national government agencies, development partners, and other stakeholders.
- Interpret government policies and provide professional guidance during implementation.
- Oversee preparation of technical reports, policy briefs, progress reports, and statutory submissions.
- Facilitate timely implementation of county executive decisions and strategic priorities.
- Ensure efficient communication channels within the department and across government institutions.
- Coordinate risk management initiatives and strengthen internal control systems.
- Promote innovation, digital transformation, and continuous improvement in public service delivery.
- Resolve operational challenges through strategic planning and evidence-based decision-making.
- Ensure effective monitoring of development projects to achieve intended outcomes.
- Coordinate public participation and stakeholder engagement activities where required.
- Promote prudent utilization of departmental resources while maintaining value for money.
- Support implementation of county integrated development priorities and long-term strategic objectives.
- Build productive working relationships with community leaders, regulatory institutions, and development agencies.
- Prepare departmental responses to audit findings and ensure implementation of corrective actions.
- Monitor compliance with occupational health, safety, and workplace standards.
- Ensure accurate maintenance of departmental records and official documentation.
- Lead change management initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness.
- Provide regular advice to County Executive leadership on emerging policy and operational matters.
- Foster teamwork and create a high-performance organizational culture.
- Represent the department during official meetings, forums, conferences, and stakeholder consultations.
- Ensure all assigned responsibilities are delivered efficiently within established timelines.
- Perform any additional official duties assigned by the County Executive in accordance with the law.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Applicants must be Kenyan citizens possessing a bachelor's degree from a recognized institution. A master's degree in a relevant discipline will provide an added advantage. Membership in an appropriate professional body will also be considered an added advantage where applicable. Candidates should possess at least ten years of relevant professional experience, including a minimum of five years serving in a senior management or leadership position within the public service or private sector. Completion of a recognized management or leadership course will be advantageous. Applicants should demonstrate outstanding leadership ability, strategic planning skills, sound financial and administrative management capabilities, and excellent knowledge of public sector governance. Strong analytical, policy interpretation, decision
- making, negotiation, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential. Candidates must demonstrate a thorough understanding of Kenya's devolved system of government, Vision 2030, county development planning, public finance management principles, and constitutional governance. They must satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya and exhibit unquestionable integrity, professionalism, accountability, and ethical conduct. The successful candidate should be results
- driven, capable of managing multiple priorities under strict deadlines, and committed to delivering efficient, transparent, and citizen
- focused public services.
How to Apply
Interested and suitably qualified candidates should submit their applications through the official County Government recruitment process before the stated deadline. Applications should include a detailed curriculum vitae, certified copies of academic and professional certificates, national identification documents, and any other supporting documents specified in the vacancy notice. Applicants must also demonstrate compliance with the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya by providing the relevant clearance certificates where required. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage of the recruitment process. Late applications or incomplete submissions may not be considered. The County Government is an equal opportunity employer and encourages qualified candidates from all backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, women, and marginalized groups, to apply.
Similar Government / Public Sector You Might Like
Browse More Jobs
More Government / Public Sector in Kenya • All Jobs in Kericho