Department of Finance & Economic Planning

Mandate

To administer, collect, account for and safeguard county own-source revenue in accordance with applicable laws, policies and regulations, while promoting efficient and compliant revenue mobilisation.

Objectives

• To maximise sustainable own-source revenue collection, strengthen revenue administration and improve accountability, transparency and efficiency in revenue management.

Functions

• Develop and implement county revenue mobilisation strategies and policies.
• Administer and collect own-source revenue, fees, charges, rates and levies.
• Identify and assess new revenue sources and opportunities.
• Register taxpayers, businesses, properties, vehicles and other revenue-paying entities.
• Manage revenue billing, receipting, collection and reconciliation.
• Operate and maintain digital revenue management systems.
• Monitor revenue performance against approved targets.
• Conduct revenue forecasting, analysis and performance reporting.
• Enforce compliance with county revenue laws, rates, fees and charges.
• Coordinate revenue audits, inspections and verification exercises.
• Identify and address revenue leakages, fraud and collection inefficiencies.
• Coordinate recovery of outstanding revenues and arrears.
• Reconcile collections from cash, banking, mobile money and electronic payment channels.
• Maintain accurate revenue records, registers and databases.

Team

Mandate

To coordinate county economic planning, policy development, research, monitoring and evaluation to support sustainable economic growth, equitable development and effective utilisation of public resources.

Objectives

• To promote evidence-based planning and coordinated implementation of county development priorities that improve livelihoods, stimulate economic growth and enhance service delivery.

Functions

• Coordinate preparation, implementation and review of the County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP).
• Coordinate preparation of County Annual Development Plans and related planning frameworks.
• Undertake economic research, analysis and forecasting to inform county policy and planning.
• Develop and review county economic policies, strategies and programmes.
• Coordinate sectoral and departmental planning and ensure alignment with county priorities.
• Support preparation of medium-term development and expenditure frameworks.
• Conduct socio-economic assessments and identify development needs and opportunities.
• Develop and maintain county socio-economic databases and planning information systems.
• Collect, analyse and disseminate economic and development statistics.
• Coordinate monitoring and evaluation of county programmes and projects.
• Track implementation of development plans, programmes and strategic priorities.
• Prepare periodic development performance and economic reports.
• Support evidence-based resource allocation and prioritisation of county programmes.
• Coordinate preparation of economic development indicators and performance targets.
• Conduct feasibility studies, economic assessments and impact analyses where required.

Team

Mandate

To plan, coordinate and manage the procurement and supply of goods, works and services required by the County Government in accordance with applicable procurement laws, regulations, policies and procedures.

Objectives

• To ensure timely, transparent, competitive, accountable and value-for-money procurement and supply of resources required for effective county service delivery.

Functions

• Develop and implement supply chain management policies, plans and procedures.
• Prepare and coordinate the annual procurement and disposal plans.
• Coordinate procurement of goods, works, services and consultancy services.
• Manage procurement processes in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Prepare tender, quotation, request for proposal and other procurement documents.
• Coordinate evaluation of bids and preparation of recommendations for award.
• Facilitate contract preparation, execution and management.
• Maintain an up-to-date supplier, contractor and consultant database.
• Coordinate supplier prequalification and registration processes.
• Manage procurement records, documentation and contract files.
• Monitor supplier and contractor performance and compliance with contractual obligations.
• Coordinate inspection, acceptance and verification of procured goods, works and services.
• Manage stores, inventory, stock control and distribution of supplies.
• Coordinate disposal of obsolete, unserviceable and surplus county assets in accordance with applicable procedures.
• Monitor procurement expenditure and ensure alignment with approved budgets.
• Promote competition, fairness, transparency, integrity and value for money in procurement.
• Advise departments on procurement requirements, specifications and applicable procedures.
• Coordinate procurement reporting and provide information to management and oversight institutions.
• Monitor compliance with procurement laws, regulations, circulars and approved procedures.
• Identify and manage procurement and supply chain risks.
• Support adoption and effective use of electronic procurement systems.
• Maintain procurement performance indicators and prepare periodic reports.
• Coordinate resolution of procurement-related queries, complaints and supplier issues.
• Build capacity of user departments and supply chain personnel on procurement procedures and compliance.

Team

Mandate

To provide independent, objective assurance and advisory services that strengthen governance, risk management, internal controls, accountability and effective utilisation of county resources.

Objectives

• To provide assurance on the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, risk management and governance processes, while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, compliance and accountability.

Functions

• Develop and implement the County Internal Audit Plan based on identified risks.
• Conduct financial, compliance, operational, systems and performance audits.
• Review the adequacy and effectiveness of internal control systems.
• Assess county governance and risk management frameworks.
• Verify compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Review revenue collection, accounting and expenditure processes.
• Audit procurement, supply chain and contract management processes.
• Review management of county assets, stores and inventory.
• Conduct audits of ICT systems, information security and digital processes.
• Review payroll, human resource and personnel-related controls.
• Undertake project and programme audits to assess implementation and utilisation of resources.
• Investigate suspected financial irregularities and control weaknesses within the approved audit mandate.
• Review financial records, transactions, systems and supporting documentation.
• Identify control deficiencies, risks and areas of potential financial loss or inefficiency.
• Make recommendations for corrective and preventive actions.
• Follow up implementation of internal audit recommendations and agreed management actions.
• Monitor implementation of recommendations arising from external audits and oversight reviews.
• Prepare and submit internal audit reports to the appropriate authorities.
• Maintain an audit findings and recommendations tracking system.
• Provide advisory services on internal controls, risk management and governance without assuming management responsibility.
• Conduct special audits and reviews as authorised.
• Promote accountability, transparency, economy, efficiency and effectiveness in county operations.
• Support strengthening of fraud prevention, detection and control mechanisms.
• Coordinate professionally and independently with external audit and other oversight institutions.

Team

Mandate

To coordinate monitoring, evaluation, reporting and learning across county programmes, projects and policies to ensure that resources are effectively utilised and intended results are achieved.

Objectives

• To strengthen evidence-based decision-making, accountability and performance improvement through systematic tracking, evaluation and reporting of county development programmes and service delivery.

Functions

• Develop and implement the County Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) framework.
• Coordinate monitoring and evaluation of county programmes, projects and policies.
• Develop performance indicators, targets and results frameworks.
• Track implementation of CIDP, Annual Development Plans and departmental work plans.
• Monitor financial and physical progress of county programmes and projects.
• Collect, verify, analyse and report programme and project performance data.
• Conduct baseline, mid-term, end-term and impact evaluations as appropriate.
• Undertake field monitoring and verification of projects and programme outputs.
• Maintain county programme and project performance databases and dashboards.
• Prepare periodic performance reports for county management and other stakeholders.

Team

Mandate

To manage the County Government’s financial resources through effective budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, expenditure control and financial management in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and public finance principles.

Objectives

• To ensure prudent, transparent, accountable and efficient management of public finances in support of sustainable county development and effective service delivery.

Functions

• Develop and implement county financial management policies, procedures and systems.
• Coordinate preparation and implementation of the County budget and financial plans.
• Manage county revenue, funds and financial resources in accordance with approved frameworks.
• Authorise and control expenditure within approved budgets and legal requirements.
• Maintain accurate and complete financial records and accounts.
• Prepare periodic and annual financial statements and financial reports.
• Manage cash flow and ensure availability of funds for approved county programmes.
• Coordinate payment processing and verification of financial transactions.
• Manage county bank accounts and conduct regular bank reconciliations.
• Monitor budget absorption, expenditure and financial performance.
• Strengthen internal financial controls and safeguard public resources.
• Coordinate accounting for development and recurrent expenditure.
• Manage commitments, pending bills and other financial obligations.
• Support implementation of Integrated Financial Management Information System (IFMIS) and other approved financial systems.
• Coordinate financial compliance with public finance laws, regulations, circulars and accounting standards.

Team

Mandate

To facilitate meaningful citizen participation in county governance and provide accessible, transparent and accountable mechanisms for receiving, processing, responding to and tracking public petitions and submissions.

Objectives

• To strengthen citizen engagement, inclusiveness, transparency and accountability by ensuring that residents have effective opportunities to participate in county decision-making and have their petitions addressed in a timely manner.

Functions

• Develop and implement public participation and petition management policies, guidelines and procedures.
• Coordinate public participation in county plans, policies, budgets, programmes, projects and legislative processes.
• Organise public forums, stakeholder consultations, town halls, barazas and other citizen engagement activities.
• Receive, register, acknowledge and process public petitions and submissions.
• Maintain a central register and database of petitions received and their status.
• Assess and refer petitions to the relevant departments, committees or authorities for action.
• Coordinate responses to petitions and communicate outcomes to petitioners.
• Track implementation of decisions and actions arising from public petitions.
• Provide accessible channels for citizens to submit views, complaints, petitions and recommendations.
• Promote inclusive participation of women, youth, persons with disabilities, marginalised groups and other stakeholders.
• Develop public participation notices, information materials and communication programmes.
• Provide citizens with relevant information to enable informed participation in county processes.
• Coordinate digital and online platforms for public participation and petition submission.
• Document and analyse public views, recommendations and emerging issues from participation forums.
• Prepare reports on public participation activities, petitions received and actions taken.
• Monitor the effectiveness and inclusiveness of public participation processes.
• Maintain records, minutes, submissions and evidence from public participation activities.
• Liaise with county departments, elected representatives, community organisations and other stakeholders on citizen engagement.
• Promote awareness of citizens' rights and responsibilities in county governance.
• Support transparency and accountability through publication and communication of public participation outcomes.

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