Vacancy title:
Chief Officer

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Public Administration, and Government, Category: Management, Civil & Government, Business Operations]

Jobs at:
Embu County Government

Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, April 21 2026

Duty Station:
Embu | Embu

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, April 6 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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Embu County Profile

Embu County Government headed by H.E Governor Martin Wambora is one of the 47 counties in Kenya which came into operation after the March 4 2013 General Election. As an entity exercising constitutional authority, it is responsible for county legislation (outlined in article 185 of the Constitution of Kenya), executive functions (outlin...

Chief Officer

Job Type

Contract

Qualification

BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA

Experience

5 years

Location

Embu

Job Field

Finance / Accounting / Audit

Duties and Responsibilities

• The administration of a County Department.
• Formulation and implementation of effective programs to attain vision 2030 and sector goals.
• Development and implementation of Strategic Plans and Sector Development Plans.
• Implementation of policies and regulations.
• Providing Strategic Policy direction for effective service delivery.
• Ensuring compliance with the National Values and Principles of good governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this position, the person should:

• Be a Kenyan Citizen.
• Have a Bachelor's degree from a university recognized in Kenya.
• Possession of a Master's degree will be an added advantage. Membership to a professional body will be an added advantage.
• Have vast knowledge and experience of not less than 5 years in a managerial position.
• Be conversant with the Constitution of Kenya and all the devolution laws.
• Demonstrate through understanding of county development objectives and vision 2030.
• Be a strategic thinker and result oriented.
• Have excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Have capacity to work under pressure to meet timelines.
• Have ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the value

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure

NB:

• Only short listed candidates shall be contacted.
• The vacancy number of the position being applied MUST be indicated on the envelope and the application form.
• Any candidate who directly or indirectly canvases shall automatically be disqualified.
• Women, Youth and Persons Living with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
• Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide original academic and professional certificates, ID and current chapter six documents during the interview. i.e. clearance documents from:
  • Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
  • Kenya Revenue Authority
  • Higher Education Loans Board
  • Credit Reference Bureau
  • Directorate of Criminal Investigation

All applications should be sent to the undersigned on or before 21st April 2026.

THE CEO/SECRETARY

EMBU COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD

P.O BOX 2871-60100

EMBU

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