Water Services Trust Fund Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Job in Kenya

Water Services Trust Fund (WSTF), is a State Corporation established under the Water Act, 2002 and our mandate is “to assist in financing the provision of water services to areas of Kenya which are without adequate water services”.

To lead the achievement of this mandate, we seek for a qualified and experienced individual to fill the position of Chief Executive Officer.

Job Title: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
 

Reporting to the Board of Trustees

Purpose of the Job: The CEO will have the overall responsibility for growth, management of high and sustainable performance of the Fund.

Duties and Responsibilities-

• To articulate and demonstrate leadership to ensure success in achievement of the Vision of the Water Services Trust Fund.
• Work with Board of Trustees, develop and update the appropriate strategies to ensure sustainable performance of the Fund.
• Profile the Fund as a solid and trusted brand with strong positive corporate identity and image.
• Identify and mobilize both national and international resources to ensure provision and sustainability of services including financial management and planning.
• Oversee, evaluate and ensure efficient implementation of corporate plans and the Organizational policies and programs.
• Develop and nature mutually beneficial relationships with key Stakeholders including National Governments, County Governments, Development Partners, Water Agencies, Private Sector and the Communities.
• Position the Fund as an Organization of choice in the Water Sector pro-poor financing.
• Foster a strong corporate culture that promotes good corporate Governance in the Fund.
• Maintain and strengthen conducive work environment for attracting, retaining and motivating employees.
• Any other responsibilities as may be necessary to achieve the corporate objectives as assigned by the Board of Trustees.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Engineering or relevant field with a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering or related field from a recognized University.
• Should be a registered member of good standing with a Professional Body in his/ her area of specialization.
• Should have at least 10 years, relevant experience in a similar or large Organization with at least 5 years being in senior management.
• Demonstrated experience in working with Development Partners.
• Experience and Knowledge of the Water Sector will be an added advantage.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Excellent leadership and management skills.
• Very well developed communication and interpersonal skills.
• Team player, networker, self-motivated, creative, passionate and innovative.
• Ability to mobilize resources and communicate with development partners
• High computer literacy.

This position will be offered to the successful candidate on a three (3) year contractual term with possibility of contract renewal upon satisfactory performance.

Interested applicants must meet the requirements of Leadership and Integrity as set out in Chapter 6 of The Constitution of Kenya, 2010 and submit the following:-

• Certificate of good conduct from the Directorate Criminal Investigation (DCI).
• Tax compliance certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
• Clearance certificate from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
• Clearance certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).
• A detailed curriculum vitae (CV) giving details of telephone contacts, e-mail address, current position and remuneration and names and contacts of three (3) referees of which one must be academic.
• Certified copies of academic, professional certificates and testimonials.

Interested and qualified candidates for the above position should submit their complete applications both in hard and soft copy clearly marked ‘Application for the position of Chief Executive Officer’. 

It should include a cover letter demonstrating why you are the best suited candidate, updated curriculum vitae, copies of your academic and professional certificate and testimonials, copies of professional membership(s) certificates and copies of the documents as set out in Chapter 6 of The Constitution of Kenya, 2010. 

It should also include details of telephone contacts, email address, current position and immediate supervisor position, current and expected remuneration and three professional referees. 

Completed application should reach the address below on or before 8th August, 2014. 

Hand delivered applications should be dropped in the chairman’s office at the address below.

To The Chairman
Water Services Trust Fund
CIC Plaza, 1st Floor, Mara Road, Upper hill
P.O Box 49699-00100
Nairobi

Email: chairman@wstf.go.ke

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and canvassing will result to automatic disqualification.

Water Services Trust Fund is an equal opportunity employer and all Kenyans in their diversity are encouraged to apply.

For more information, please visit www.wstf.go.ke