Chief Managers, Utilities, Corporate Planning and Finance Jobs at Tanathi Water Services Board

Tanathi Water Services Board, is a state corporation under the Ministry of Water and Irrigation created under section 51 of the Water Act 2002 vide legal Notice No.69 dated 4th June 2008.

The board has the legal mandate of ensuring efficient and economical provision of water services within its area of jurisdiction which covers Kajiado, Makueni Machakos and Kitui Counties .

The Board is now seeking to recruit suitable candidates to fill the following positions.

Chief Manager Infrastructure Development

1 Post

Responsibilities:-

• Planning and design of water & sewerage infrastructures
• Preparation of proposals for investment for Donor project Funding
• Evaluation of proposals for tender documents and contract management
• Preparation of payment certificates
• Facilitation of appraisal missions and formulation
• Adhering to design and construction standards
• Monitoring & Evaluation of projects.
• Institutional support to WSPs/ community schemes
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

• Must have an Undergraduate University degree in civil engineering or its equivalent from a recognized Institution.
• A Masters Degree in Engineering, project management, or related field will be an added advantage.
• At least 10 years experience in busy organization 4 years of which must have served in a senior management position
• Experience in management of water and sanitation services which include project planning, design, monitoring and implementation of contracts and knowledge of water sector reforms
• Proven and demonstrated leadership, integrity , managerial , proficiency in AUTOCAD and administrative skills
• A registered engineer with ERB and corporate member of IEK will be an added advantage
• Aged 35 years and above

Chief Manager Utilities & Community Development

1 Post

Responsibilities:-

• Preparation of proposals for small scale water and sanitation facilities
• Supervision of consultancy Services.
• Supervision of Water Service Providers and small scale water service providers and harmonization of their services
• Coordination of Licensee and regulatory lease fees
• Facilitation of appraisal missions and formulation
• Preparation of rehabilitation /augmentation of water and sewerage systems
• Developing new water & sewerage schemes
• Monitoring & Evaluation of water service providers and small scale water service & community schemes
• Contracting of new Water Service Providers
• Institutional support to Water Service Providers / community schemes
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

• Must have a University degree in civil engineering or its equivalent from a recognized Institution.
• A masters Degree in Engineering, project management, or related field will be an added advantage.
• At least 10 years experience in busy organization 4 years of which must have served in a senior management position
• Experience in management of water and sanitation services which include operation & maintenance of water supplies
• Proven and demonstrated leadership, integrity , managerial, proficiency in AUTOCAD and administrative skills
• Effective interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills
• Aware of the Water Sector reforms guidelines for implementation
• Conversant with Corporate governance, service provision agreements conditional ties for water service providers.
• A registered engineer with ERB and corporate member of IEK will be an added advantage
• Aged 35 years and above

Chief Manager - Strategic Management and Corporate Planning

1 Post

Responsibilities:-

• Develop strategic plans, master plans and investment plans for the Board and Water Service Providers in line with the Vision 2030, MDGs and Ministry of Water –Supply and sanitation strategies.
• Create a positive corporate image of the Board with relevant Stakeholders.
• Responsible for public relations, customer service, corporate social responsibilities and communication.
• Responsible for in developing policies on environmental conservation and rain water harvesting.
• Responsible for Institutional development and capacity building to enhance output and productivity.
• Responsible for implementation of strategic plan and performance contracting.
• Responsible for strategic planning and projection to align the Board objectives to the Vision 2030 Ministry of Water Supply and sanitation strategies and realization of the MDGs.

Qualifications

• An Undergraduate University degree in civil engineering, economics, social sciences and business studies.
• Post graduate qualification in project management, economics, or strategic management.
• Masters Degree in Engineering, Project management, economics, or strategic management will be an added advantage.
• At least 8 years experience in busy organization 3 years of which must have served in a senior management position
• Experience in management of water and sanitation services which include project planning, design, monitoring and implementation of contracts and knowledge of water sector reforms
• Proven and demonstrated leadership, integrity, managerial, Professionalism and administrative and computer skills.
• Knowledge of Water sector reforms
• Aged 35 years and above.

Chief Manager Finance and Administration

1 Post

Responsibilities

• Efficient accounting systems and utilization of resources
• Maintenance of accurate accounting records and custody of accountable documents.
• Ensuring timely and accurate preparation of the payroll
• Analyzing performance in terms of revenue and expenditure
• Ensuring timely remittance of the statutory requirements to various bodies e.g. KRA, NHIF, SACCOs, RBA etc.
• Recording cash books and ledgers and ensuring accuracy in the input of data to computer.
• Ensuring that cash/ cheque received is banked as per approved procedures
• Ensuring preparation of accurate payment vouchers and accounting statements
• Ensuring proper human resource management
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Qualifications

• An undergraduate degree in accounting, economics, commerce or a business related field.
• A masters Degree in Finance, Economics and Accounting or its equivalent will be an added advantage.
• CPA (K).
• Registered Member of ICPAK.
• At least 10 years experience, of which 4 years must have been head of finance in a busy Organization.
• Aged 35 years and above

Interested candidates who meet the prescribed job requirements for the positions should forward their application enclosing copies of the following:

• Academic, professional certificates and testimonials.
• Detailed curriculum Vitae including details of telephone contact-mail address, current position and remuneration.
• Name and contacts of three referees to:

The Chief Executive Officer
Tanathi Water Services Board
KIDP Building Kalawa Road
Private Bag, Kitui, Kenya

Tel: 044 4422416. Fax: 044 4422108

Email: tanathiwsb@gmail.com

Website: www.tanathi.go.ke

Application for the above positions should be on or before 21st November 2011 at 4.00pm.