Pursuant to the Constitution of Kenya (2010) and the County Government Act No. 17 of 2012, the County Government of Kakamega invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the following vacant positions:
Chief Tourism Officer, Job Group ‘M’ (1 Post)
Reporting to Head of Tourism
Chief Tourism Officer Job Duties and responsibilities in Kenya
• Promoting County Tourism Products
• Organising County Tourism and Travel Expos/Fairs in collaboration with relevant stakeholders
• Organising County participation in National and International tourism events
• Developing marketing materials to foster branding, destination image and competencies
• Equipping County Information Centres with marketing materials and with Travel Technology
• Organizing Cultural Tourism and other County Tourism festivals
• Carrying out Marketing and Promotion of Tourism in the County
• Co-coordinating task forces on Tourism Industry issues on a broad scale
• Establishing and promoting County e-Tourism and website design for market access and linkages
• Performing other related duties as assigned.
Requirement for Chief Tourism Officer Jobs in Kenya
• At least 8 years relevant experience in the public or private sector
• Bachelor’s degree in Tourism or related field such as Business/Management Studies especially those with Tourism Management, Hospitality
• Management, Hotel Management, Leisure and Tourism, Marketing, Public Relations and Travel and Tourism Management with a minimum of three years of experience in the Tourism Industry.
• Must have a Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
• Marketing and Web Advertising.
• A certificate in supervisory and management skills
• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
• Ability to liaise with community groups, stakeholders in the Tourism Industry
• Ability to work independently, within large teams or to lead a team, cohesively and efficiently
• Creativity and innovative strategic thinking along with good PR and marketing skills.
• Certificate in Computer Applications preferably in web design from a recognized institution.
• Demonstrate organizational and leadership skills and relevant experience
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution
Terms: Permanent and Pensionable
If you had applied, please do not re-apply
Note:
Applicants For The Above Positions Are Required To Get Clearance From The Following To Meet Requirements Of Chapter 6 Of The Constitution Of Kenya 2010:
• Kenya Revenue Authority
• Higher Education Loans Board
• Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
• Criminal Investigation Department
• Copies of these clearances MUST be attached to the applications.
How to Apply
• All applicants should submit their applications together with copies of their detailed Curriculum Vitae, Academic and Professional certificates, Testimonials, National Identity card or Passport, and any other supporting documents. The positions applied for should be indicated on top of the envelope. Kakamega county residents will be required to indicate their Sub-County and Ward of origin. Applications should be submitted to: THE
• Secretary/CEO County Public Service Board P.O. Box 458-50100 Kakamega
• Hand delivered applications can be submitted at County Public Service Board’s Reception located at Former Provincial Headquarters, Block ‘B’ 2nd Floor.
• All applications should reach this office on or before 9th March, 2016 County Government of Kakamega is an equal opportunity employer. Female candidates and Persons with Disability are encouraged to apply. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
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