Job Summary

The Chief Officer shall be the authorized officer in the Department of Youths, Sports, Talent Development, Gender, Inclusivity, Cultural Heritage and Social Services and shall be responsible to the County Executive Committee Member for Youths, Sports, Talent Development, Gender, Inclusivity, Cultural Heritage and Social Services.

Duties and Responsibilities

•  Administration of the county department
•  Implementation of County Executive Committee resolutions as guided by the Executive Committee Member;
•  Ensuring effective service delivery through implementation of laid out policies and regulations;
•  Development and implementation of departments’ strategic plans and sector development plans;
•  Ensuring the promotion of national values and principles of governance as outlined in the constitution of Kenya 2010;
•  Ensuring effective and efficient utilization of the department’s financial and non-financial resources;
•  Formulating and implementing effective programs geared towards streamlining the departments to attain Vision 2030 and the Governor’s Manifesto.
•  Oversee the smooth running of youth empowerment, sports, and talent development.
•  Overseeing the implementation and monitoring of performance management systems for the department.
•  Performing other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

•  Be a Kenyan citizen;
•  Have a relevant Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university in Kenya;
• Possession of a relevant professional qualification and membership with a relevant professional body 
•  A Master’s degree or higher academic qualifications from a university recognized in Kenya will be an added advantage;
•  Have a vast knowledge and experience of not less than 10 years in a relevant field, 5 years of which MUST be in leadership or senior management position in public or private sector;
•  Have proven experience in managing resources in a high-performing organization;
•  Demonstrate general knowledge of the County Government and its functions.
•  Demonstrate a thorough understanding of socio-economic development objectives and the Homa Bay County integrated development plan and Vision 2030
•  Be result-oriented and a strategic thinker;
•  Have excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills;
•  Can work under pressure to meet strict deadlines;
•  Can work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
•  Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles of governance and public service as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya;
•  Be computer literate and have a working knowledge of IFMIS
•  Demonstrable leadership and management capacity including Knowledge of financial management and strategic people management. 
•  Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on leadership and integrity.