Deputy Director, Environmental Policy & Strategic Initiatives – Ministry Of Environment, Climate Change & Forestry 47 views

Position: Deputy Director, Environmental Policy & Strategic Initiatives

Job Description Deputy Director

The Public Service Commission is committed to implementing the provisions of the Constitution – Chapter 232 (1) on fair competition and merit, representation of Kenya’s diverse communities and affording equal employment opportunities to men and women, members of all ethnic groups and persons with disabilities.

• Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.102, 860-Ksh 172,350 p.m. (CSG 6)
• House Allowance: Ksh 21,508-KSH 50,000 p.m.
• Commuter Allowance: Ksh 16,000 p.m.
• Leave Allowance: As provided in the Civil Service
• Annual Leave: 30 working days per financial year
• Medical Cover: As provided by the Government
• Terms of Service: Permanent and pensionable.

Deputy Director, an officer must have: –

(i) served for a minimum period of three (3) years at the grade of Assistant Director Policy and Strategic Initiatives, CSG ’7’ or in a comparable and relevant position in the wider public service.

(ii) a bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Environmental Science, Law, Environmental Economics, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Forestry, Agricultural Sciences, Climate Change, Natural Resource Sciences or equivalent qualification from a university recognized in Kenya.

(iii) a Membership to a relevant professional body (where applicable).

(iv) demonstrated professional competence, managerial and leadership capabilities as reflected in work performance and results and.

(v) demonstrated understanding of the National development goals.

Duties and Responsibilities for Deputy Director

Duties and responsibilities at this level will include: –

(i) coordinating the processes of partnerships and collaboration in developing, implementing and reviewing of environmental and natural resources policies.

(ii) leading research initiatives to inform policies and legislations that affect environment and natural resources to align them to the current and emerging environmental changes.

(iii) establishing measures to mainstream environmental issues into sectoral policies.

(iv) coordinating the monitoring, review and verification of the status of implementation of environmental and natural resources policies.

(v) coordinating the development, implementation, monitoring, review and verification of environmental programmes and projects including measures for knowledge management.

(vi) establishing measures and coordinating financial and technical resource mobilization of resources for environmental programmes and project.

(vii) coordinating participation in the institutions for steering of relevant national and regional programs and projects.

(viii) spearheading collaboration and partnerships in the development, implementation and reviews of strategic initiatives.

(ix) spearheading the intergovernmental relations efforts between national and county governments in providing capacity building support in the development of County level Master Plans on strategic environmental programs.

(x) managing performance, coaching, mentoring, training and development of staff in the sections within the department; and

(xi) liaising with County Governments on identification and development of programs

How to Apply

Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications ONLINE through the Commission website: www.publicservice.go.ke or jobs portal: www.psckjobs.go.ke

Send an email to: [email protected]. Please include your ID /Passport Number and full name, or call the following numbers: Landline: +254 (020) 2223901, 254 20 2227471 Call Centre: 020 4865000

Please Note:

(i) Applicants should provide all the details requested for in the advertisement. It is an offence to include incorrect information in the application. Details of academic and professional certificates not obtained by closure of the advert should not be included.

(ii) Only shortlisted and successful applicants will be contacted.

(iii) Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

(iv) The Public Service Commission is committed to implementing the provisions of the Constitution – Chapter 232 (1) on fair competition and merit, representation of Kenya’s diverse communities and affording equal employment opportunities to men and women, members of all ethnic groups and persons with disabilities.

THEREFORE, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, THE MARGINALIZED AND THE MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

(v) Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates and transcripts during interviews.

(vi) It is a criminal offence to present fake certificates/documents.

(vii) Serving officers shall be required to avail original letters of appointment to the current substantive posts during the interviews.

Applications should reach the Commission on or before 4 th June, 2024 (Latest 5 pm East African Time)