Director Transport at Nairobi City County Public Service Board

Job Requirement
For appointment to this grade, a candidate should: -

• Serving in a comparable and relevant managerial position in the County Public Service;
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution;
• Been registered by Engineers Board of Kenya as a Professional Engineer;
• Be Proficient in MS Office and associated computer applications;
• Attendance of a senior Management Course or an equivalent leadership programme lasting not less than four (4) weeks will be an added advantage.
• In addition to the above requirements, a candidate must have the following key personal attributes and core competencies:

Other Specifications

• Considerable knowledge of transportation planning principles, applications and analysis methods. 
• Supervisory skills and the ability to motivate a multi-disciplinary staff. 
• Knowledge of alternative modes of transportation and innovative approaches to improving mobility is highly desirable. 
• Knowledge of County and Sector policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of budget and budget preparation.
• Knowledge of capital, operations and strategic planning.
• Background and understanding of statutes and regulations related to transportation.
• Ability to perform Data analysis and to prepare Power Point Presentations, etc.
• Good written and verbal skills.
• Ability to communicate and coordinate with multiple agencies, citizens and elected officials as well as employees.
• Creative strategic ability to envision how work could be done differently while still meeting legal parameters of due process

Personal Attributes

• Ability to articulate issues,
• Interpret and implement county policies and Development goals;
• Organizational, Analytical, Managerial and Decision Making skills;
• Creativity and innovation;
• Problem solving;
• Personal and interpersonal skills;
• Resource management skills;
• Integrity and commitment to producing results; and
• Passion for continuous professional development

Core Competences

• People management;
• Financial management;
• Project and Contracts Management,
• Policy formulation and implementation;
• Planning;
• Coordination;
• Strategy implementation. 

Job Description

• Develop, manage and oversee capital assets related to transportation and transit infrastructure and conduct short, medium and long term maintenance plan.
• Research, develop, and implement innovative transportation planning methods including plans and programs for auto, bicycle, pedestrian and transit infrastructure improvements
• Recommends the development of new policies, strategies and regulations regarding transportation division
• Responsible for the coordination and development of the Public Transport infrastructure Capital Improvement and maintenance Projects
• Responsible for the administration and supervision of all Transportation Division employees including training and performance management.
• Coordinate with national and regional transportation planning agencies on the development of plans and programs impacting Nairobi City County.
• Prepare and oversee all aspects of the Transportation division budget, including approval and tracking of budget expenditures.
• Maintain effective relationships and works collaboratively with other County, national and elected officials, as well as other transportation agencies on integrated approaches to planning, development and mobility. 
• Hold stakeholders consultative meetings on transportation needs, concerns and issues.
• Review financial reports, activity reports, and other performance data to measure productivity and goal achievement and to determine areas needing program improvement.
• Review alternatives for enforcement efficiency and system improvements within statutory parameters.
• Provide constituent services by responding to queries, requests and complaints from the public, Elected Officials, and other departments and City staff in a timely manner.
• Create formal reports to management and county executive for policy considerations.
• Preparation of annual budgets, personnel requirements and review of laws by preparing documentation and engaging the appropriate committees of the county assembly to ensure adequate resources and authority to provide services.
• Communicate with the Court System and other agencies and sectors regarding processes and procedures.