Assistant Director Liaison, Partnership and Intergovernmental Relations at Taita Taveta County Public Service Board

Ref No. CPSB/TTC/15/2025

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinating Collaboration: Foster Collaboration between various stakeholders by organizing meetings, conferences, or workshops. Facilitate discussions, brainstorming sessions, or problem-solving meetings to encourage effective teamwork and achieve common goals.
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Develop an understanding of their requirements, expectations, and concerns and cascade the same respective departments.
• Conflict Resolution: Identify and report any conflicts or issues that arise among an external stakeholder and different County departments to the County Secretary.
• Information Management: manage the flow of information among different collaborators. Keep collaborating entities informed about relevant updates, changes or decisions. Ensure all the necessary documentation is properly organized and accessible.
• Strategic Planning: Contribute to the development and implementation of strategic plans by providing valuable insights and recommendations based on the understanding of stakeholders needs and interest.
• Stay Updated: Stay informed about industries trends, regulations and best practices.Proactively identify opportunities for improvement and innovation. Share relevant knowledge and insights with stakeholders to enhance their understanding and  decision-making processes.
• Support and coordinate the representation of the County Government in international events, delegations, or learning missions abroad.
• Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements for Appointment

• Be a Kenyan citizen with a National ID.
• Have a minimum of three (3) years’ relevant experience in intergovernmental relations or a comparable position in the Public Service or Private sector.
• Be a holder of a Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences or International Relations from a recognized Institution.
• Strong understanding of Intergovernmental frameworks and Public Sector governance in Kenya.
• Familiarity with regional economic blocs, particularly Jumuiya ya Kaunti ya Pwani, and related policy frameworks.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
• Be proficient in computer applications.
• High-level interpersonal and communication skills, capable of dealing with senior officials, foreign dignitaries, and diplomatic representatives.
• Analytical and report-writing skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information and present it to diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to manage partnerships and network across sectors and government levels.
• Ability to work under pressure and multicultural environments.
• Demonstrate understanding of and commitment to the values and principles outlined in Article 10 and 232 of the Constitution and satisfy the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution.
• Values and embodies a teamwork spirit