Duties will be as follows: –
Innovating and implementing strategic plans and objectives of the Directorate
Handling technical and administrative, human resource, budgetary and assets management issues.
Team building and setting performance targets and standards.
Addressing stakeholders concerns and instituting operational accountability
Cost effective researching to advance County Agriculture priorities
Modernize and make extension services responsive to customer needs
Update and rationalize technical training
Maximize sustainable gains from crop development activities
Device and apply strategies to maximize value of land and optimize its use for alternative purpose
Enhance synergies between the Directorate and stakeholders
Enhance gainful co-operation between the Directorate and local/International Stakeholders
Requirement for appointment
For appointment to this position, an officer must have;
Served in the position of Assistant Director Agriculture or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period of three (3) years,
Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields: Food Science, Home Economics, Agriculture, Horticulture, Agricultural Economics, Natural Resource Management, Agribusiness, Agriculture Extension, Agricultural Education or any other relevant equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; and
Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: – Food Science, Home Economics, Agriculture, Horticulture, Agricultural Economics, Natural Resource Management, Agribusiness, Agriculture Extension, Agricultural Education or any other relevant equivalent qualification from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;
Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution;
Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Program Course lasting not less than six (6) weeks or its equivalent from a recognized institution
Demonstrated a high degree of administrative, technical and professional competence in work performance and results
How to apply
All applicants should submit their application letter together with copies of their detailed curriculum vitae with names, address and telephone contacts, academic and professional certificates, testimonials, national identity card and any other supporting documents to the County Public Service Board – PORT VICTORIA PLAZA on or before Wednesday 31st May, 2023 at 5.00 p.m.
Applications should be addressed to:
The Secretary/CEO,
County Public Service Board,
County Government of Busia,
P.O Box 1103- 50400,
Busia.
The County Government of Busia is an equal opportunity employer, women, youth, and people living with disability are encouraged to apply.
ALL FORMS OF CANVASSING WILL LEAD TO AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFICATION.
Email: info@busiacounty.go.ke
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