Chairperson, County Public Service Board — Elgeyo Marakwet

Chairperson, County Public Service Board

Overview

The Chairperson provides executive leadership to the County Public Service Board, overseeing the appointment, disciplinary control, and general welfare of all county employees. This is a high-level role requiring deep knowledge of national developmental goals like Kenya Vision 2030.

Responsibilities

• Appoint or confirm persons acting in Public County Offices.
• Exercise disciplinary control over and remove persons holding office when necessary.
• Facilitate integrated Human Resource planning and budgeting for the county.
• Make recommendations to the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) on employee benefits.
• Advice the County Government on performance management systems and implementation.
• Prepare regular reports for the County Assembly on board functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s in HR or Public Admin is an advantage).
• At least 10 years of relevant professional experience.
• Mandatory certificate in Senior Management Course (SMC).
• CHRP certification with a current practicing license is highly preferred.

Method of Application

Application Guidelines

Applicants must submit a cover letter and attach copies of the following documents:

• A detailed and up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV)

• Copy of National Identity Card or valid passport

• Certified copies of relevant academic certificates and testimonials

• Computer packages certificate

Mandatory Additional Requirements (Chapter VI – Constitution of Kenya, 2010)

Applicants must also provide valid clearance certificates from:

• Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI)

• Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)

• Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)

• Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) (Self-Declaration Form)

• Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application in a plain, sealed envelope clearly marked:
“Application for Chairman / Member, Elgeyo Marakwet Public Service Board.”

Applications should be addressed to the undersigned or hand-delivered to:
The Office of the County Secretary
Elgeyo Marakwet County Government Headquarters

Deadline: All applications must be received on or before 27th March 2026 at 5:00 p.m.