Principal Administration Officer (Head of Protocol) at Samburu County Government

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Planning, managing, documenting and reporting on Government Protocol Services
• Providing Protocol and Public Relations Services and ensure that they are carried out in accordance with National and International Practices.
• Implementing activities and assignments relating to maintaining and enhancing the image of County Government.
• Facilitating movement, accommodation and appointments for County Officials and Guests.
• Preparing itineraries and agendas for County Government Officials and Guests.
• Planning Protocol Services during Official events, important meetings and receptions organized by the County Government; and ensure proper etiquette for Official engagements, and streamline interactions with dignitaries and other VIPs.
• Organizing and coordinating all County Government official Events.
• Preparing Guests lists and seating arrangements.
• Coordinating arrangements for press coverage of all County Government Official functions.
• Facilitating linkages with other Institutions and Organizations.
• Ensuring efficient and effective communication with Stakeholders and Visitors to the Office of the Governor and /or other County Government Departments.
• Facilitating appointments.
• Ensuring proper etiquette for Official engagements.
• Any other duty as may be assigned from time to time
• Performing any other functions as directed by the Director Protocol and or Chief of Staff.

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT

• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields: – Business Administration, Education, Social sciences, Community Development, Political Science and Publíc Administration or any other equivalent qualification from a University recognized in Kenya.
• Supervisory Management Course or equivalent.
• Certificate in computer application from a recognized Institution.
• Demonstrated Professional competence and managerial capability as reflected in work performance and results; and
• Demonstrated a clear understanding of National Development Policies, Goals and objectives, and ability to integrate them into the Public Service Performance Management Function.