Ministry of Local Government and Public Works Vacancy - Ministry of Local Government and Public Works

Deputy Director, Inheritance & Succession

Position Overview

Contribute to the formulation, implementation and review of policies, regulations and programmes in line with the Traditional Leaders Act (Chapter 29:17), Ministry’s strategic plan as well as national development aspirations; Facilitate the establishment, resuscitation, upgrading, selection and appointment of Traditional Leaders in line with the enabling legislation; Promote research on national, regional and international best practices and legislation on the Traditional Leadership and Governance framework; Develop a framework for the settlement of inheritance and succession disputes between and among Traditional leaders.

Responsibilities

Contribute to the formulation, implementation and review of policies, regulations and programmes in line with the Traditional Leaders Act (Chapter 29:17), Ministry’s strategic plan as well as national development aspirations
Facilitate the establishment, resuscitation, upgrading, selection and appointment of Traditional Leaders in line with the enabling legislation
Promote research on national, regional and international best practices and legislation on the Traditional Leadership and Governance framework
Develop a framework for the settlement of inheritance and succession disputes between and among Traditional leaders
Facilitate the promotion and preservation of culture and heritage
Emplace resettlement land under the authority of Traditional leaders
Coordinate resource mobilisation, budgetary development and the design of other funding initiatives for traditional leaders’ inheritance and succession programmes
Manage an integrated national database on traditional leadership classifications, numbers, bio-data and operations
Supervise, coach and counsel subordinates.

Qualifications

A degree in History, Heritage Studies, Local Governance, Rural Development, Development Studies or equivalent
A relevant Masters degree in the above field(s) is an added advantage
A post graduate diploma in conciliation and arbitration or conflict management is an added advantage
At least eight (8) years experience in a relevant field, two (2) of which must be in the Deputy Director or equivalent grade.

Skills

Sound knowledge of Ministry policies and National Development policies, priorities and goals
Extensive knowledge on Traditional Leadership legislation, regulations and policies
Sound judgment and good leadership qualities
Ability to interact and communicate with stakeholders at all levels
Ability to employ information communication technology in the management of traditional leaders’ inheritance and succession programmes

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
Health insurance coverage.
Flexible work hours.
Professional development opportunities.
Fun team outings and events.