Deputy Director Public Works at Turkana County Government

Turkana is the 2nd largest county in Kenya 77,000 sq.km. It is also the north-western most county in Kenya and is known mostly for its scenic landscapes and rich culture.
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Deputy Director Public Works

  • Job TypeContract
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
  • Experience
  • LocationTurkana
  • Job FieldBuilding and Construction  , Engineering / Technical 

REF: TUR/CPSB/057/2022/2023: DEPUTY DIRECTOR PUBLIC WORKS, JOB GROUP ‘Q’, ONE (1) POST.

  • Deputizing the director Public works and assist on matters of buildings/construction management in the county.

Duties and responsibilities:-

  • formulating, implementing and reviewing buildings/construction development policies, strategies, procedures, plans, standards and guidelines;
  • initiating review and dissemination of appropriate legislation and regulations on buildings/constructions development;
  • facilitating designs, approval and implementation of buildings/construction development programmes
  • facilitating implementation of sustainable funding framework for the development of public works services;
  • facilitating proposals for technical support in the provision of public works services development in concurrence with both levels of governments;
  • spearheading research, innovation, best practices and use of modern technology in public works development and related issues;
  • Monitoring, supervising, and training of junior engineers for professional development and other technical staff working under them.

Requirements and competencies for appointment:

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-

  • a Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Quantity surveying, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent qualifications from a university recognized in Kenya;
  • Attended a Project Development and Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized Institution;
  • Attended a Senior Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized Institution;
  • professional registered with relevant professional bodies; EBK/BORAQS
  • current valid annual practicing license from professional body
  • cooperate membership with a professional body
  • demonstrated high degree of professional competence, administrative capabilities required for effective planning, direction, control and coordination in line with your profession
  • thorough understanding of National goals, policies and programmes and the ability to translate them to your professional function;
  • Master’s degree from a university recognized in Kenya will be considered an added advantage.

Terms of Service :( Local Contract – 3 Years)
 

Method of Application

Written applications, CV’s, copies of certificates, testimonials and Identity Card should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked on the left side the position being applied for and addressed to:
The Secretary,
Turkana County Public Service Board,
P.O. BOX 05, Lodwar, – 30500.
OR delivered by hand at the reception desk at Turkana County Public Service Board Offices located along Nawoitorong road Opposite Lodwar Club located off Kitale - Lodwar highway so as to reach the undersigned on or before Thursday, 13th July, 2023 by 5.00pm. (East African Time).
Important information to all candidates;

  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
  • Any form of canvassing or lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification
  • Note that it is a criminal offense to submit fake/forged documents

N/B Youth, Women and Persons Living with disability (PWDs) are encouraged to apply

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