{"id":30120,"date":"2026-06-08T09:11:53","date_gmt":"2026-06-08T06:11:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/siaya.go.ke\/siaya\/?p=30120"},"modified":"2026-06-08T09:11:53","modified_gmt":"2026-06-08T06:11:53","slug":"declaration-of-vacancies-for-the-position-of-county-executive-committee-members-cecms-in-the-office-of-the-governor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/siaya.go.ke\/siaya\/declaration-of-vacancies-for-the-position-of-county-executive-committee-members-cecms-in-the-office-of-the-governor\/","title":{"rendered":"Declaration of Vacancies For The Position of County Executive Committee Members (CECMs) In The Office Of The Governor"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"\">Pursuant to the provisions of&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">Article 179 of the Constitution of Kenya<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">&nbsp;and&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">Sections 35, 36 &amp; 45 of the County Governments Act, 2012<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">, applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for appointment to the positions of County Executive Committee Members in the following portfolios:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"\">Vacant Positions<\/span><\/h3>\n<ol style=\"text-align: justify;\" start=\"1\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Finance &amp; Economic Planning<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Health &amp; Sanitation<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Education, Youth Affairs, Gender and Social Services<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"\">Duties and Responsibilities<\/span><\/h3>\n<ol style=\"text-align: justify;\" start=\"1\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Provide strategic leadership in policy formulation and service delivery.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Promote good governance, transparency, and accountability.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Supervise the administration and delivery of services in the respective departments of the County Government and all decentralized units and agencies in the County.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Implement County legislation and policies.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Implement within the County national legislation to the extent that the legislation so requires.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Manage and co-ordinate the functions of the County administration and its departments.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Provide the County Assembly with full and regular reports on matters relating to the County.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Advise the Governor on matters within his\/her area of jurisdiction.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"\">Job Requirements<\/span><\/h3>\n<ol style=\"text-align: justify;\" start=\"1\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Be a Kenyan Citizen.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Be in possession of a relevant first degree from a university recognized in Kenya.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">A Master\u2019s degree will be an added advantage.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Be a registered professional where applicable.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Have knowledge, experience and a distinguished career of not less than five years in a field relevant to the portfolio to which the person is seeking to be considered. Understand diversity, challenges and opportunities within the County.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Should not hold any other State or Public Office.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Be conversant with the Constitution of Kenya and all devolution laws.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Be a visionary and strategic leader.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Have the ability to work in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Have the capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Be committed to being part of a team that will enable the County Government of Siaya to achieve its vision.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"\">Terms of Service<\/span><\/h3>\n<ol style=\"text-align: justify;\" start=\"1\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Serve during the tenure of the Governor.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Remuneration and benefits as prescribed by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC).<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"\">How to Apply<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"\">Applicants should submit their applications together with their detailed resumes and&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">certified copies<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">&nbsp;of their academic and professional certificates, testimonials, National ID Card\/Passport, and any other supporting documents to the undersigned on or before&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">18th June, 2026<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"\">The applicants should indicate the position applied for on&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">top of the envelope<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">&nbsp;and address it to:<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">The Governor<\/span><\/strong><br \/>\n<span class=\"\">County Government of Siaya<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"\">P.O. BOX 803 - 40600<\/span><br \/>\n<strong><span class=\"\">SIAYA<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span class=\"\">Hard copies<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">&nbsp;of applications should be delivered to&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">The Office of the County Secretary, located on the 1st Floor \u2013 Siaya County Headquarters offices<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">, to be received on or before&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">Thursday, 18th June 2026, at 5:00 PM<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"\">Applicants should seek clearance from and attach copies or evidence thereof of&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">current valid documents<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">&nbsp;from:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol style=\"text-align: justify;\" start=\"1\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Criminal Investigation Department (Certificate of Good Conduct)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"\">Important Notes<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Canvassing<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">&nbsp;in any form shall lead to automatic disqualification.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Women, Minorities, and Persons Living with Disabilities<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">&nbsp;are encouraged to apply.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Shortlisted candidates will be required to produce their&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">original<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">&nbsp;identity cards, academic and professional certificates, testimonials, clearance, and other relevant documents in support of their applications.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Only shortlisted candidates<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">&nbsp;will be contacted.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"\">All successful candidates will undergo vetting and approval by the&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">County Assembly of Siaya<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">&nbsp;prior to their appointment.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pursuant to the provisions of&nbsp;Article 179 of the Constitution of Kenya&nbsp;and&nbsp;Sections 35, 36 &amp; 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