Director Natural Resources at Turkana County Government
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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.
Director Natural Resources
REF: TUR/CPSB/004/2024/2025:
- Director Natural Resources will be responsible to County Chief Officer in matters related to Natural Resources in the County.
Duties and responsibilities
- Overall implementation, interpretation and review of natural resources policies, strategies, programmes and guidelines in the county;
- Promoting collaboration and linkages with partners and stakeholders;
- Formulating and reviewing county research agenda for county;
- Planning, budgeting and ensuring compliance with set budgeting guidelines;
- Assist in enforcement of relevant laws and regulations and monitoring resilience and health of natural resources; vi. Promote natural resources activities in the county;
- Collect, analyze and report data and information on natural resources;
- Compile regular reports as may be required on natural resources activities; ix.
- Identify needs, challenges and problems for developing and effective extension methods and practices through consultation with key stakeholders;
- Develop and implement action plan for enhancing public knowledge and skills of best natural resources management practices; . .
- Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Requirement for appointment
- Served in any comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Public Sector;
- Bachelor’s degree in Climate Change, Natural Resources or Forestry from a recognized institution;
- Master’s degree in Climate Change, Natural Resources or Forestry from a recognized institution will be added advantage;
- Attended Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weel:s from a recognized institution in Kenya;.
- Certificate in Computer Application from a recognized institution; and
- Demonstrate a thorough understanding for national goals, policies, objectives and the ability to relate them to the natural resources function.
Method of Application
Details of the Job Description and Job requirements are available at www.turkana.go.ke and www.nea.go.ke.
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 Tuesday 10th September, 2024 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
N/B Youth, Women and Persons Living with disability (PWDs) are encouraged to apply.
To apply for this job please visit www.turkana.go.ke.