WELCOME TO UASIN GISHU COUNTY GOVERNMENT

ADVERT DESCRIPTION
Advert Number UGC/CPSB/INT/DT/TIIT/04/25       Advert Date2/9/2025    Closing Date15/9/2025
QUALIFICATIONS,REQUIREMENTS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Basic Salary Scale: Ksh. 124,630.00 - 172,350.00 (CPSB 03)
House Allowance: Ksh. 35,000.00 p.m
Commuter Allowance: KSh. 16,000.00 p.m.
Other Allowances as Per the SRC Circulars
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable

Requirements for Appointment-;

Bachelor’s degree in Tourism Management, Hospitality, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
A Master’s degree in a relevant discipline is an added advantage.
Minimum ten (10) years of relevant experience, three (3) of which must be at a senior management level.
Registration with a professional body
Certificate in senior management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
Proven knowledge of tourism development policies, marketing, and promotion strategies.

Duties and Responsibilities

Formulate and implement tourism development strategies and policies for the county.
Promote and market the county as a preferred tourist destination.
Oversee development of tourism infrastructure and attractions.
Coordinate partnerships with stakeholders in the tourism sector.
Monitor and evaluate performance of tourism projects and initiatives.
Advise the county government on tourism trends and policy matters.
Develop and manage tourism-related investment opportunities.
Oversee capacity building and training for tourism personnel.
Supervise and provide strategic leadership to the tourism department staff.