ADVERT NO: CPSB/15/2025
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Formulate and oversee the implementation of county environmental policies, strategies, and action plans.
Align county environmental programs with national and international frameworks such as the Environmental Management and Coordination Act (EMCA), the Paris Agreement, and SDGs.
Coordinate the development of county legislation, regulations, and by-laws on environmental protection and conservation.
Oversee solid waste management, pollution control, and sanitation initiatives.
Coordinate afforestation, reforestation, and tree-growing programs.
Promote conservation of natural resources including forests, wetlands, water catchments, and biodiversity.
Spearhead climate change mitigation and adaptation measures at the county level.
Ensure compliance with environmental laws, policies, and county by-laws.
Oversee enforcement of environmental standards in collaboration with NEMA and other agencies.
Monitor and evaluate environmental programs, projects, and initiatives for impact and sustainability.
Prepare and submit environmental performance reports to the CECM and County Assembly.
Collaborate with national government, NGOs, development partners, and private sector in environmental programs.
Promote public awareness and citizen participation in environmental conservation.
Develop strategic partnerships for resource mobilization, capacity building, and technology transfer.
Provide leadership, mentorship, and supervision to staff in the environment department.
Build institutional and community capacity on environmental conservation and climate resilience.
Promote professionalism, accountability, and service delivery excellence in the sector
Minimum Qualifications & Requirements
Be a Kenyan citizen with national identification card.
Certify the requirements of Chapter six of Kenyan constitution 2010 on Leadership and Integrity.
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Natural Resource Management, Forestry, Ecology, Climate Change, or related field.
Master's degree in Environmental Management, Climate Change, Strategic Management, Public Administration, or related discipline.
Membership in a recognized professional body (e.g., Environment Institute of Kenya, NEMA accreditation) is desirable.
At least 10 years of progressive experience in environmental management, conservation, or climate change programs, with at least 5 years in a senior management position.
Demonstrated knowledge of EMCA, Climate Change Act, County Government Act, and relevant laws.
Proven experience in policy formulation, enforcement, and stakeholder engagement.