Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

The Chief Officer will be the authorized officer and accounting officer in a specific department and shall be responsible to the respective County Executive Committee Member.

Responsibilities or duties

• Administration of a county department;
• Formulation and implementation of 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 and Values and Principles of Public Service as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010; and
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

• Be a Kenyan citizen;
• Have a Bachelor’s degree from a University recognized in Kenya. Possession of a Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage;
• Have vast knowledge and experience of not less than 10 years in the relevant field, 5 of which should be in a senior/managerial position in a large organization;
• Must be registered with relevant professional body (where applicable);
• Demonstrate thorough understanding of county development objectives and Vision 2030;
• Be a strategic thinker and results-oriented;
• Have excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills;
• Have capacity to work under pressure to meet strict timelines;
• Have ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the National Values and Principles of Governance and Values and Principles of Public Service as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya;
• Be computer literate;

Terms of Service:

Contract tied to the remainder of the tenure of the Current County Government.

Salaries and remunerations as prescribed by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

A. Applicants should provide all the details requested for in the advertisement. It is an offence to include incorrect information in the application. Details of academic and professional certificates not obtained by closure of the advert should not be included.

B. All applications MUST be received on or before 6th February, 2026 by 5.00 p.m (E.A.T.).

C. Trans Nzoia County Public Service Board is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with disability, marginalized and minorities are encouraged to apply.

D. Trans Nzoia County Public Service Board does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process. Our official communication channels are email address cpsbtransnzoia@gmail.com and phone number: 0713635352 and not any other.

E. ONLY applicants who meet ALL the requirements will be shortlisted and contacted.

F. Shortlisted candidates MUST present their original academic and professional certificates during the interview.

G. It is a criminal offence to present fake certificates/documents.

H. ONLY shortlisted candidates will be required to avail the following documents:

• (a) Clearance from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB);
• (b) Clearance from Criminal Investigations Department;
• (c) Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC);
• (d) Clearance from Kenya Revenue Authority (Tax Compliance Certificate)

I. Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

J. Should you encounter any difficulties in the online job application process, feel free to visit the Board's offices for assistance at our help desk, or you can reach out for support by calling 0713635352.

• Administration of a county department;
• Formulation and implementation of 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 and Values and Principles of Public Service as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010; and
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

• Be a strategic thinker and results-oriented;
• Have excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills;
• Have capacity to work under pressure to meet strict timelines;
• Have ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
• Be computer literate;

• Be a Kenyan citizen;
• Have a Bachelor’s degree from a University recognized in Kenya. Possession of a Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage;
• Have vast knowledge and experience of not less than 10 years in the relevant field, 5 of which should be in a senior/managerial position in a large organization;
• Must be registered with relevant professional body (where applicable);
• Demonstrate thorough understanding of county development objectives and Vision 2030;
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the National Values and Principles of Governance and Values and Principles of Public Service as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya;