Secretary/C.E.O at Homa-Bay County Public Service Board

Duties and Responsibilities

• Preparing and circulating Minutes and Agenda of Board Meetings;
• Developing annual work plans for the Board with the guidance of the Chairperson; iii. Conveying decisions of the Board Providing guidance and advice to the Secretariat on matters of ethics and Governance;
• Preparing regular reports for submission to the County Assembly on the execution of the functions of the Board;
• Promoting Public Service values and principles in the County Government;
• Evaluating and reporting to the County Assembly on the extent to which the values and Principles referred to in Articles 10 & 232 are complied with in the County Public Service;
• Pursuant to Section 149 (1) of the PFM Act 2012, be the Accounting Officer of the Board and ensure that resources of the Board are used in a way that is; lawful, authorized, effective, efficient, economical and transparent;
• Performing any other duty as assigned by the Chairperson of the Board.

Requirements for Appointment

• Be a Kenyan Citizen
• Possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree from a University recognized in Kenya. A Master’s Degree or higher qualification will be an added advantage;
• Must be a Certified Public Secretary in good professional standing;
• Have working experience of at least Seven (7) years in their respective profession five [5] of which should be in administration and management;
• Knowledge in financial management will be an added advantage;
• Be a professional who demonstrates absence of breach of the relevant professional code of conduct;
• Satisfy the requirement of leadership and integrity in Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010;
• Demonstrate clear understanding of National and County Government goals, policies and developmental objectives including Values and Principles of Governance; as well as demonstrate an appreciation of the diversity within the County;
• Have thorough knowledge of the structural, legislative and regulatory framework of the Public Service;
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability, with the capacity to work under pressure to meet strict timelines.