Investment and Industrialization Officer at Uasin Gishu County Government

Requirements for Appointment

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Economics, Commerce, Business Administration, Entrepreneurship, Industrial Economics, Project Management, or a related field from a recognized institution.
• Possess good communication and interpersonal skills
• Have a strong understanding of investment promotion, industrial development, and economic planning
• Show merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results

Duties and responsibilities:

• Identify and promote investment opportunities within the county
• Collect and analyze data on investment trends, industrial development, and economic indicators
• Facilitate linkages between investors and relevant government departments or private sector partners
• Assist in preparing investment promotion materials such as brochures, presentations, and reports
• Support in organizing investment forums, exhibitions, trade fairs, and other promotional events
• Liaise with potential investors and guide them through the investment processes and regulatory requirements
• Maintain and update investment databases and investor tracking tools
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of investment and industrial projects
• Support the development and implementation of industrialization and economic development strategies
• Prepare periodic reports on investment and industrialization activities
• Provide technical input in policy formulation related to investment promotion and industrial development
• Promote public-private partnerships (PPPs) to enhance industrial and economic growth
• Plan, monitor and evaluate performance of staff against the set targets.