County Chief Officer, Performance Management Job in Kenya at Trans Nzoia County Government

Why This Role Matters

This County Chief Officer, Performance Management role allows professionals to develop key skills in Government. The position offers career growth opportunities while supporting the company's mission and values.

Responsibilities for County Chief Officer, Performance Management in Kenya

• Provide overall leadership and administration of the assigned county department in line with government policies and regulations, ensuring effective coordination of all departmental functions, programs, and service delivery units.
• Serve as the authorized and accounting officer responsible for prudent management of departmental resources, ensuring value for money, accountability, and compliance with public finance management regulations.
• Formulate, implement, and review departmental strategic plans aligned with Vision 2030, County Integrated Development Plans (CIDP), Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and other relevant policy frameworks.
• Oversee the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of performance management systems across the department to enhance efficiency, productivity, and results-based service delivery.
• Ensure effective implementation of county and national government policies, laws, regulations, circulars, and directives, ensuring alignment with legal and institutional frameworks.
• Provide strategic leadership and policy direction to enhance service delivery efficiency, institutional performance, and citizen satisfaction across all departmental functions.
• Coordinate preparation and execution of annual work plans, budgets, procurement plans, and performance contracts in line with approved county priorities and fiscal frameworks.
• Monitor and evaluate departmental programs, projects, and initiatives to ensure achievement of set targets, impact delivery, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with the Constitution of Kenya, especially Articles 10 and 232 on national values and principles of governance, including equity, transparency, inclusiveness, and accountability.
• Promote accountability, transparency, integrity, and ethical conduct within the department by enforcing compliance with public service ethics and anti-corruption frameworks.
• Oversee financial management processes including budgeting, expenditure control, financial reporting, and audit compliance to ensure sound fiscal discipline.
• Facilitate capacity building, mentorship, and continuous professional development of departmental staff to strengthen institutional performance and service delivery capability.
• Foster collaboration and coordination with other county departments, national government agencies, semi-autonomous government agencies (SAGAs), and development partners.
• Ensure timely preparation, consolidation, and submission of statutory reports, performance reports, audit responses, and management reports as required by law.
• Implement risk management frameworks, internal controls, and compliance systems to safeguard county resources, reduce operational risks, and enhance governance.
• Lead initiatives aimed at improving productivity, operational efficiency, innovation, and service delivery standards within the department.
• Ensure effective communication, dissemination, and implementation of government policies, programs, and strategic priorities across all levels of the department.
• Oversee human resource management functions including workforce planning, performance appraisal systems, succession planning, and staff welfare initiatives.
• Promote innovation, digital transformation, and adoption of modern technology systems to enhance efficiency, transparency, and service delivery outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with procurement laws, regulations, and procedures in all departmental procurement and supply chain activities.
• Represent the department in intergovernmental meetings, policy forums, stakeholder engagements, and development partner consultations to advance departmental interests.
• Strengthen citizen engagement mechanisms to ensure public participation, feedback integration, and responsive service delivery.
• Ensure proper asset management, maintenance, and utilization of departmental infrastructure, equipment, and resources.
• Drive change management initiatives to support institutional reforms, culture transformation, and improved organizational performance.
• Coordinate crisis management and emergency response planning within the department to ensure service continuity under disruptive conditions.
• Handle any other duties as may be assigned by the County Executive Committee Member in support of departmental and county objectives.

Qualifications for County Chief Officer, Performance Management in Kenya

• Degree

How to Apply for County Chief Officer, Performance Management in Kenya

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications quoting the advert number TCPSB/EX/2026/05. Applications must be received on or before 29th April 2026 at 5:00 p.m. (EAT). Applicants should apply online through the official County Public Service Board application portal or deliver hard copies to the County Public Service Board offices. All applications must include detailed CVs, academic and professional certificates, and any other relevant supporting documents. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and will be required to present original academic and professional certificates during interviews. Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.