ii. Be a holder of at least a Bachelor’s degree from a university recognized in Kenya;
iii. Relevant working experience of not less than (10) years, five (5) of which should be in Administration or Management either in the public or private Sector;
iv. Have qualifications and knowledge in administration or management; and
v. A relevant Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Municipal Manager will report to the Municipal Board and be responsible for the functions set out in the Urban Areas and Cities Act 2015 which include:
Overseeing the affairs of the Municipality
Developing policies, plans, strategies and programmes for delivery of services for approval by the Board;
Formulation and implementation of integrated development plans as guided by the Municipal Board;
Development and management of schemes, including site development in collaboration with relevant national and County agencies;
Implementation of national and County legislation;
Implementation of Board policies on control of land use, land sub- division, land development and zoning by public and private sectors;
Promotion of infrastructural development and services within the municipality;
Preparation for approval and implementation of the Municipal budget as approved;
Establishment, implementation and monitoring of performance management systems; and
Implementation of any other Municipal Board decision.
Salary Scale:
The salary, allowances and other benefits attached to the above positions will be as determined by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.
How to apply:
Each application should be accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae, copies of relevant academic and professional certificates, National Identity Card or Passport, testimonials and other relevant supporting documents.
Applications should be submitted in a sealed envelope with the position applied for clearly marked on the left side and either hand delivered to the reception desk at the Kitui CPSB offices on Prisons Road, Kitui Town or posted to the following address:
The Board Secretary, Kitui County Public Service Board, P.O. Box 33-90200, Kitui.
Important information to all applicants
Applications should reach the Secretary, County Public Service Board on or before Tuesday , 25th May 2021
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Shortlisted candidates MUST meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya on leadership and integrity and will be required to produce clearance/compliance certificates from the following agencies:
Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
Higher Education Loans Board
Kenya Revenue Authority
Credit Reference Bureau
Directorate of Criminal Investigation
The County Government of Kitui is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge commission for its recruitment services. Qualified Women, persons living with disability and those from minority and Marginalised groups are encouraged to apply.
