The Mandera County Public Service Board has announced new job opportunities in the Mandera County Investment Authority following the enactment of the Mandera County Investment Authority Act, No. 8 of 2026. The recruitment is open to competent and suitably qualified Kenyan citizens seeking senior-level opportunities in investment management and development.
The available positions include Managing Director and Deputy Managing Director. Both positions are offered on a three-year contract and require candidates with relevant academic qualifications, professional experience and strong leadership, analytical and stakeholder engagement skills.
Why Work at Mandera County Investment Authority?
Working with the Mandera County Investment Authority provides an opportunity to contribute to investment development and economic growth within the county.
Successful candidates will have the opportunity to:
- Participate in developing investment strategies, policies and programmes.
- Support the identification and development of strategic investment opportunities.
- Engage with investors, government agencies and other stakeholders.
- Contribute to the promotion of Mandera County as an investment destination.
- Support effective management and utilization of county investment assets.
Mandera County Investment Authority Jobs 2026 Overview
The Mandera County Public Service Board is recruiting for two senior management positions within the newly established Mandera County Investment Authority.
The available vacancies are as follows:
1. Managing Director, Mandera County Investment Authority
- Job Title: Managing Director, Mandera County Investment Authority
- Job Group: JG ‘R’
- Number of Posts: 1
- Reference Number: MCPSB/FIN/MCIA/09/01
- Terms of Service: Contract of three years
- Employer: Mandera County Public Service Board
Duties and Responsibilities
The Managing Director will provide strategic leadership in investment development and management. Key responsibilities include:
- Formulating and coordinating strategies, policies, programmes and frameworks that enable the county to effectively plan for investment development.
- Formulating and coordinating programmes for the harmonious development of investment sectors.
- Overseeing studies and research and monitoring changes in the investment environment, structure and trends.
- Advising the county appropriately on investment matters.
- Planning and managing human resources, including manpower projections and training.
- Establishing effective and efficient instruments for managing county investments.
- Ensuring prudent utilization of county investments.
- Assisting investors and potential investors in obtaining licences, permits and incentives from relevant government agencies in Kenya.
- Providing platforms for sharing information on investment and working with relevant players and stakeholders.
- Promoting and showcasing Mandera County as an ideal investment destination.
- Facilitating and managing investment assets on behalf of the County Government.
- Identifying strategic investment opportunities and entering into investment undertakings for the benefit of the county.
- Reviewing the county investment environment and making recommendations on investment policies, programmes, plans and best practices.
- Mobilizing resources for investment undertakings by the county.
- Carrying out other activities that, in the Authority’s opinion, will promote and facilitate investment.
Requirements for Appointment
Applicants for the Managing Director position should:
- Be Kenyan citizens.
- Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Statistics, Finance or a related field from a recognized university.
- Have a Master’s Degree in a relevant field as an added advantage.
- Have at least 10 years of knowledge and experience in the relevant profession.
- Demonstrate strong stakeholder engagement, communication, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Possess a certificate in a senior management course of not less than four weeks from a recognized institution as an added advantage.
- Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
2. Deputy Managing Director, Mandera County Investment Authority
- Job Title: Deputy Managing Director, Mandera County Investment Authority
- Job Group: JG ‘Q’
- Number of Posts: 1
- Reference Number: MCPSB/FIN/MCIA/09/02
- Terms of Service: Contract of three years
- Employer: Mandera County Public Service Board
Duties and Responsibilities
The Deputy Managing Director will support the leadership and investment development functions of the Authority. Responsibilities include:
- Assisting in the formulation and coordination of strategies, policies, programmes and frameworks for investment development.
- Assisting in the formulation and coordination of investment sector development programmes.
- Supporting studies and research and monitoring changes in the investment environment, structure and trends.
- Assisting in establishing effective instruments for managing county investments and ensuring prudent utilization.
- Assisting investors and potential investors in obtaining licences, permits and incentives from relevant government agencies.
- Promoting and showcasing Mandera County as an ideal investment destination.
- Assisting in identifying strategic investment opportunities and entering into investment undertakings for the benefit of the county.
- Assisting in mobilizing resources for county investment undertakings.
- Providing platforms for sharing investment information and working with stakeholders.
- Carrying out other activities that promote and facilitate investment as directed by the Authority.
Requirements for Appointment
Applicants should:
- Be Kenyan citizens.
- Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Statistics, Finance or a related field from a recognized university.
- Have at least seven years of knowledge and experience in the relevant profession.
- Demonstrate strong stakeholder engagement, communication, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Have a certificate in a senior management course of not less than four weeks from a recognized institution as an added advantage.
- Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified applicants should apply using the Mandera County Employment Application Form.
Applicants should follow these steps:
- Download the Mandera County Employment Application Form from the Mandera County Government website.
- Complete all required details in the Employment Application Form. Handwritten applications will not be accepted.
- Attach copies of academic and professional certificates to the completed form.
- Place the application in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the position applied for and the relevant vacancy number.
- Deliver the application to the County Public Service Board Office on or before 14 October 2026 at 4:00 PM.
Applications should be addressed to:
The Secretary
Mandera County Public Service Board
P.O. Box 356-70300
Mandera, Kenya
Applicants can visit the Mandera County Government website for the Employment Application Form and additional information.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Furthermore, canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
Tips to Boost Your Application
Candidates applying for these senior investment positions should ensure that their applications clearly demonstrate their qualifications and professional experience.
- Select the correct position and vacancy reference number before completing the application form.
- Clearly demonstrate your relevant experience in economics, finance, statistics or investment-related work.
- Highlight your leadership, analytical, communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
- Include all required academic and professional certificates.
- Ensure that every section of the official Employment Application Form is completed accurately.
- Review the application carefully before submission to avoid missing required information.
- Submit the sealed application before the 14 October 2026, 4:00 PM deadline.
- Avoid any form of canvassing, as this may result in automatic disqualification.
The Mandera County Investment Authority Jobs 2026 provide senior professionals with an opportunity to contribute to investment planning, investor support and economic development within Mandera County. Qualified Kenyan citizens who meet the respective experience and academic requirements are encouraged to complete the official application form and submit their applications before the stated deadline.
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