Municipal Manager - Kapenguria Municipality

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Requirements for Appointment

  • Have a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Business Management, Public Administration, Urban Planning and Management or any other related field from a recognized University, a Master’s degree will be an added advantage;
  •  Must be a member of a relevant professional body;
  •  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, demonstrate a thorough understanding of Socio-Economic dynamics in the County;
  •  Be a strategic thinker and result oriented with wide knowledge in Urban Development Policies and Financial Management;
  •  Must have proven experience of not less than five years in Administration or Management either in Public or Private sector;
  •  Must be a Computer literate; and
  •  Must be result good in report writing, analytical and problem solving skills
  •  Fulfill the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution.

    • Responsibilities

  • The Municipal Manager shall implement the decisions and functions of the Board and shall be answerable to the Board;
  •  Manage administration in accordance to the Urban Areas and Cities Act, 2011 and applicable legislations;
  •  Formulation and implementation of Policies, Strategies, Plans and Programs;
  •  Develop, implement an integrated Development plan and Monitor its progress;
  •  Be principally responsible for building and maintaining a strong alliance and effective working relationships between the board and the civil society, private sector and community based organizations;
  •  Controlling land use, land sub-division for various development purposes as may be delegated.
  •  Coordinating and facilitating citizen participation in the development of policies, plans and delivery of services;
  •  Prepare and submit to the board an annual report on the activities and accomplishments of the departments and agencies comprising the executive branch of the Municipality;
  •  Implementing policies for fire and disaster management;
  •  Promote a safe and healthy environment;
  •  Prepare and administer the annual Municipality budget;
  •  Encourage and support regional and inter-governmental corporations;
  •  Act as Board Secretary and as ex-officio member of all committees of the Board;
  •  Perform other duties as may be directed by the Board of the Municipality.
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