About Mavoko Municipality
Mavoko is the commercial and industrial hub of the County spanning an estimated area of 852 Km2. Its population was 137,211 in the 2009 census, and was set to grow to 178,131 by end of 2018, and further to 200,041 by 2022. Its proximity to Nairobi (28 km) ensures it enjoys the trickle-down effects of Nairobi’s city status. A substantial number of its population, mostly the middle-income group, works in the City.
Industries within the municipality include cement factories, steel mills, export processing zone companies and transport and logistics companies. Key social amenities within close proximity include a University, shopping malls, hospitals, the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) and the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA).
Duties of The Municipal Manager
The Municipal Manager’s primary role is to oversee the governance and management of the municipality and report to the Municipal Board in accordance with Section 28 of the Urban Areas and Cities Act (2011, amended 2019) and the Urban Areas and Cities (General) Regulations, 2022. The Municipal Manager reports directly to the Director of Municipal Partnerships and Coordination within the Department of Urban Areas Development and Administration. The core duties include, but are not limited to:
Key Responsibilities
- Support to Leadership: Assist the Director of Municipal Partnerships and Coordination and the Municipal Board(s) in fulfilling their mandate as per the Urban Areas and Cities Act (2011, Amended 2019), County Government Act (2012), and other relevant regulations.
- Managerial Oversight: Coordinate the administration and development of the municipality, working with stakeholders like the Sub-county Administrator and relevant county officers (e.g., sub-county engineer, planner, surveyor).
- Performance Reporting: Regularly update the County Executive Committee Member (CECM) and Chief Officer for Urban Areas Development and Administration via the Director of Municipal Partnerships and Coordination on municipality performance.
- Asset Management: Oversee the management of municipal assets, including office equipment, computers, development plans, and other assigned resources.
- Revenue Generation and Reporting: Contribute to municipal revenue generation, ensuring accurate and timely reporting, in collaboration with Sub-county Administrators.
- Procurement Coordination: Manage procurement for the municipality in partnership with the Municipal Board(s) and relevant urban development officers.
- Public Participation and Engagement: Facilitate public consultations for development projects with the Municipal Board, stakeholders, and communities to ensure regulatory compliance and sustainable development.
- Process Improvement: Develop effective work processes and procedures to enhance service delivery, responsiveness, and resolution of customer grievances.
- Human Resources Management: Administer and manage municipal staff in line with the Kiambu Human Resources Manual and relevant codes of conduct for public officers.
Additional Duties
- Administrative Oversight: Supervise all staff, monitor project performance, and ensure efficient operations within the municipality.
- Policy Development: Support the creation and adoption of governance policies, service charters, and by-laws for effective municipal administration.
- Integrated Development Programs: Collaborate with the board to create development programs and set targets for improved municipal services.
- Legislative Compliance: Implement County and national regulatory requirements as delegated by the county executive.
- Environmental Management: Ensure adherence to waste management and environmental sustainability regulations.
- Urban Development Controls: Establish systems for land use, zoning, and infrastructural development in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
- Budget Preparation: Prepare work and procurement plans, budgets, and submit to the CECM for review, approval, and implementation.
- Revenue Collection: Enhance revenue collection for the county through applicable fees, chages, licences, permits, rents or rates for services.
- Impact Monitoring: Track the effectiveness of municipal services, policies, and programs.
- Revenue Enhancement: Establish strategies to boost municipal revenue programs.
- Records Maintenance: Maintain accurate records, including performance reports, budgets, and project updates.
- Data Management: Create a comprehensive information system accessible to the Municipal Board and the County Executive, with public access provisions.
- Stakeholder Partnerships: Support Municipal Boards in forming partnerships for sustainable urban development initiatives.
- Public Health and Safety: Promote water, sanitation, air quality, and noise pollution management programs to improve local quality of life.
- Public Transport Regulation: Facilitate public transport regulation to reduce congestion and enhance mobility.
- Service Delivery Monitoring: Oversee board-provided services to ensure efficient and improved delivery.
- Governance Structures: Implement governance and performance management systems to support compliance with financial provisions.
- Regular Reporting: Submit work plans and reports to the CECM and Chief Officer for effective municipal performance monitoring.
- Other Duties: Perform additional tasks as assigned by the county government or as specified by applicable law.
These duties ensure the effective, sustainable management of municipal functions and contribute to the overall development of urban areas.
Board Membership
7.(1) In accordance with section 14 of the Act, the Board shall comprise of not more than nine persons appointed by the by Governor with the approval of the County Executive Committee and the County Assembly.
(2) The Governor shall appoint a chairperson from amongst persons approved for appointment by the County Assembly.
(3) The County Executive Committee shall designate a representative of each of the County departments to be an ex-officio members of the Board
(4) The Municipal Manager shall be Board’s secretary and an ex-officio member of the Board.
Term of office
- A member of the Board other than an ex-officio member shall hold office for a term of five years on a part time basis.
Removal of office
- A member of the Board may be removed from office by the Governor on–
- any of the grounds provided under section 16 of the Act;
- the recommendation of at least two thirds of the voting Members of the Board;
- upon petition of at least fifty per cent of the residents of the Municipality;
- on non-performance or insubordination; or
- the recommendations of the County Assembly for any other ground including in-effective supervision or conduct of its oversight role in the implementation of projects, annual procurement plan, budget, policies or legislation within its jurisdiction.
Power and Function of the Board
- (1) Save as otherwise expressly stated in this Charter, the Board shall have the powers and perform the functions vested in Boards of municipalities under sections 20 and 21 of the Act.
(2) In addition to any other functions under this Charter, the Board shall, through a public participatory process, be responsible for-
(a) preparing and recommending to the Executive Member the Municipal Integrated Development plan;
(b) preparing an annual infrastructure development agenda for Municipality and advising the Executive Member;
(c) participating in the County Government budgeting process to ensure budgetary provision for the development agenda; and
(d) supervising implementation of donor funded projects within their jurisdiction and preparing reports for submission to the Executive Member.
(3) Notwithstanding the generality of the sub-section (1), the Board shall not implement any function under the Act without first obtaining the approval by the County Executive Committee.
(4) In addition to sub-section (3), the Board shall be accountable to the County Executive Committee and the County Assembly for any exercise of power and functions under the Act or this Charter.
(5) The Board may establish committees comprising of its members for better implementation of its functions
KUSIP Grievances Redress Mechanism (GRM) Structure
The Grievance redress mechanism Procedure allows stakeholders to raise issues, questions or concerns and grievances with the project. Machakos County and the municipalities have addressed issues, questions, concerns and grievances in a prompt, respectful and responsive manner. Every stakeholder has the right to an effective grievance mechanism which will be free. The municipalities have addressed all Complaints received, regardless of whether they stem from real or perceived issues and whether the Complainant is named or anonymous. The statutory rights of the Complainant to undertake legal proceedings remain unaffected by participation in this process.
Through the effective GRM the programme will foster trust. To this end it will communicate this Procedure in an understandable manner to stakeholders. Confidentiality will be respected and Machakos County will take all reasonable steps to protect parties to the process from retaliation.
Objectives of the GRM
- Establish a prompt, consistent and respectful mechanism for receiving, investigating and responding to Complaints from stakeholders;
- Ensure proper documentation of Complaints and any corrective actions taken; and
- Contribute to continuous improvement in performance through the analysis of trends and lessons learned.
- Enhance trust and confidence among stakeholders on KUSP interest to address their concerns hence promote project positive image.
To be a globally competitive industrial hub and a sustainable, inclusive urban sanctuary of choice.
To drive sustainable economic growth through innovative infrastructure, equitable service delivery, and environmental stewardship, ensuring a safe and prosperous environment for all residents and investors
We are committed to upholding the following core values as the guiding principles for the operations of the county Government:
- Transparency & Accountability: We shall always endeavour to be transparent, answerable and liable at all times
- Hardworking: We shall be patriotic to the cause of the county and be guided by hardworking ethics in all our undertakings.
- Integrity: Honesty and sincerity are an integral part of our operations. We shall uphold these through strict adherence to the moral principles underlying all our policies
- Inclusiveness & Teamwork: In all our undertakings, we shall have people from diverse backgrounds or communities involved in the development. All groups and citizens in the county shall be treated with equity, equality and without exception
- Responsiveness: We act with a sense of urgency to address citizens’ needs, make qualified decisions in time and provide fiscally responsible solutions
- Innovativeness: We thrive on creativity and ingenuity. We seek the innovations and ideas that can bring a positive change to the County. We value creativity that is focused, data driven, and
- Continuously-improving based on results.
The Machakos Municipality management is under the following key organs:
- County department in charge of Municipalities i.e. Department of Lands, Physical Planning, Housing, Urban Development, Roads and Transport.
- Board of Management
- Municipality Manager
- Municipal service units like Revenue, enforcement, Fire and emergency services, public health and environment.
Josyline Nzeki
Municipal Manager
Josyline Nzeki is the Manager of Mavoko Municipality and a skilled expert in management and administration. With a Master’s degree in Entrepreneurship, a Bachelor’s degree in Education, and certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA 2), she brings a strong foundation in both financial and organizational management.
Josyline has extensive experience across various disciplines, including project management, budgeting, grant writing, and community-based planning. Her expertise further extends to policy analysis, urban development, financial monitoring, and forecasting. Known for her comprehensive approach and strategic insights, Josyline plays a key role in guiding Mavoko Municipality toward sustainable growth and development. Her combination of academic qualifications and practical experience makes her a highly effective leader in urban management and community-oriented planning.
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- Nathanael Nganga – Board Member
- Benedict ngumbau – Board Member
Municipality Board Members
Municipal Physical Address
Municipal Address
Along Mwatu wa Ngoma Road, Opposite the County Commissioner’s Office
Address: P.O. BOX 1996-90100 Machakos, Kenya.
Phone: (+254) 0721 307130
Email: mavoko.municipality@machakos.go.ke
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Machakos County Headquarters
Town Hall, Machakos
P.O. BOX 1996-90100 Machakos, Kenya.
Phone: 0800600016
Email: info@machakos.go.ke
www.machakos.go.ke