Director of 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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Director of Public Works

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

REF: TUR/CPSB/055/2022/2023: DIRECTOR PUBLIC WORKS, JOB GROUP ‘R’, ONE (1) POST.

  • The Director Public Works is the head of the Division and is responsible to the Chief Officer in charge of Public Works for all activities of the Division.

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: -

  • 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;
  • attended a Strategic Leadership Development Projects course lasting not less than six (6) weeks from 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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