Regional Coordinating Director at Local Government Service

JOB PURPOSE

• To provide leadership in the implementation of Government Programmes, Policies and Plans at a Regional Coordinating Council.

JOB SUMMARY

• Promotes effective coordination and institutional relationships among MMDAs, RCCs, OHLGS and other public and private sector organizations;
• Assesses project proposals and contract agreements to ensure compliance with prescribed laws and regulations;
• Assists in the formulation and implementation of policies at national and local levels;
• Acts as Advisor to the Hon Regional Minister, Head of Service and Development Partners;
• Ensures the development of the capabilities, skills and knowledge of staff;
• Appraises direct reports; and
• Undertakes any other tasks that may be assigned.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Masters degree in Public Policy, Development Economics, Finance, Human Resource Management, Organizational Development, Public Administration Planning or an equivalent discipline;
• Minimum of Fifteen (15) years relevant working experience of which Five (5) years has been in a Director or analogous position in the Local Government Service (LGS);
• Membership of a recognized professional body is an added advantage.

 
The Ideal candidates must also have the following knowledge, and skills mix:

Public Financial Management

Leadership and Managerial skills;

• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Good problem solving, negotiation and interpersonal skills;
• Good monitoring and evaluation skills;
• Substantial expertise in Public Sector Management, Project Management and Local Government Administration and relevant legislations;
• Excellent analytical skills; and
• Literacy in Information & Communications Technology
• Applicants shall be serving officers of the Local Government Service