Duties and Responsibilities Monitoring, enforcing and implementing statutory provisions and other relevant legislations on public health; Setting standards and guidelines in the provision of public health services; Monitoring The implementation of public health projects and programmes; Enforcing international health regulations and rules; Carrying out research on public health needs; monitoring the development and management of public and private mortuaries, cemeteries and crematoria; Preparing proposals for resource mobilization; Organizing forums with relevant partners and agencies in support of public health programmes and projects; Planning and budgeting for the 'departmental resources; Integrating modern information communication technology in the department; Developing strategic/work plans, performance targets and contracts in the department; Coaching and mentoring of staff. Requirements for Appointment Served in the grade of Principal Public Health Officer or Principal Assistant Public Health Officer for a minimum period of three (3) years; Post-Graduate Diploma in any of the following disciplines: Food Science and Inspection, Solid Waste Management, Occupational Health and Safety, Epidemiology, Health Promotion and Education or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;  OR Bachelor’s degree in either Environmental Health or Public Health, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution. Master’s Degree in any of the following: Environmental Health, Public Health, Epidemiology, Food Safety and Quality, Food Science and Technology, Community Health, Occupational Health and Safety, Health Promotion and Education, Solid Waste Management or Disaster Management from a recognized institution. Certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution. Certificate in Computer Application Skills from a recognized institution. Demonstrated professional competence and ability as reflected in work performance and results.