County Government of Vihiga Deputy Director Disaster Management Jobs

County Government of Vihiga Deputy Director Disaster Management Jobs

Vihiga County Public Service Board is a Body corporate established under section 57 of the County Government Act 2012 pursuant to Article 235 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010. Section 59 of the County Government Act 2012 outlines the functions of the Board.

Pursuant to Constitution and Legal provisions Vihiga County Public Service Board invites applications from qualified persons for the
following position:

Deputy Director Disaster Management

An officer at this level will report to Chief Officer – Public Service, Administration and
Coordination of County Affairs

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Responding to disasters and emergencies within the County;

Designing Disaster Management Policy which stresses on the paradigm shift to Disaster Risk

Reduction (DRR) Approach including the Early Warning Systems (EWS) preparedness,
prevention and mitigation;

Ensuring public-private partnership and collaborations in all disasters matters;

Ensuring inter-agency coordination on disaster management inclined program

Coordinating cross- cutting departmental disaster issues;

Ensuring and facilitating food security assessments within the County;

Conducting regular visits to NGOs, project implementation sites and maintaining close
coordination mechanisms;

Ensuring promotion of continuous stakeholder consultations with relevant departments;

Maintaining superior work coordination with local key partners to ensure the successful
implementation of the County Disaster Management Plan;

Maintaining register of all NGOs operating in the county, with their precise sectors, affiliations and location of their activities;

Embracing and ensuring adherence to the Humanitarian Code of Conduct in Disaster

Response Programmes undertaken by all NGOs/stakeholders working in the County;

Coordinating and management all research work and matters concerning alcohol, drugs and
substance abuse in the County;

Facilitating customer satisfaction surveys;

Presenting research proposal to management for approval and adoption;

Monitoring new trends and opportunities in the market and advise County; and;

Designing and implementing feedback mechanisms for all County services.

Requirements for Appointment

Be a Kenyan Citizen;

Have vast knowledge and relevant work experience of 8 years of in special programs of disaster management/ emergency services, 3 years of which should be in a senior/managerial capacity
in a busy environment either in the

Public Service or Private Sector;

Bachelor’s degree in any of the following Social Sciences or equivalent qualification from a
recognized institution;

Masters in Disaster Management / Humanitarian Assistance/ Sustainable Development or
equivalent qualification from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;

Attended a Senior Management Course lasting not less than 4 weeks from a recognized
institution;

Fulfilled all the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;

Proven communication, proficiency in computer applications and report writing skills;

Demonstrated thorough understanding of County development objectives of vision 2030;

Have ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;

Demonstrated understanding and commitment to the National, Values and Principles of
Governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010; and

Demonstrated high degree of professional competence and management capability

How to Apply

Interested applicants should download the respective job application forms from the county’s
official website

Fill and submit one hard copy for the best vacancy of interest in a sealed envelope to the office of the Secretary/CEO of the County Public Service Board.Remember to indicate the position
applied on top of the envelope and drop it in the Governor’s Building,Ground Floor Room 03.
Deadline for the applications is 31st January,2019 by 5.00pm.

The Secretary/ceo,
County Public Service Board,
P.o. Box 880-50300,
Maragoli.

County Government of Vihiga is an equal opportunity employer. Canvassing,giving or
accepting bribes will lead to automatic disqualification and prosecution. Only shortlisted
Candidates will be notified.

For more information and job application details, see; County Government of Vihiga Deputy Director Disaster Management Jobs

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