Water Services Trust Fund Kenya Engineering and Finance Field Monitor Short Term Consultancies

Field Monitors
1. Engineering Field Monitors
2. Finance Field Monitors

The Water Services Trust Fund (WSTF) is a state corporation established in 2004 as part of the Water Sector Reforms in Kenya. The WSTF is mandated “to assist in financing the provision of water services to areas of Kenya which are without adequate water service”.

The WSTF funds pro-poor project proposals prepared by Water Services Boards (WSBs) and Water Service Providers (WSPs).

In addition, the WSTF provides technical support with the aim of ensuring funds are utilised effectively and to contribute to capacity building.

In relation to this, the WSTF has developed a support package, the Urban Projects Concept (UPC), to facilitate the planning , implementation and operation of pro-poor water supply and sanitation pro-poor water supply and sanitation projects in urban areas. In order to expand its range of impact the WSTF is now seeking the services of Field Monitors, to deliver support to project implementers and to monitor project implementation.

Field Monitors will provide assistance and advice to project Task Teams during the preparation; implementation and initial operation of WSTF funded urban projects. In addition, they will provide independent assessment of project progress.

Funds for UPC projects can be accessed by all urban licensed providers resulting in projects being implemented in all parts of the country. A team of Field Monitors, consisting of the three types (Engineering, Social, Finance) will be formed to support each project under the UPC. Consequently Field Monitor activities may be intermittent.

To accommodate this and since inputs from Field Monitors will not be required on a full-time basis, a framework agreement for each successful applicant will be established and terms and responsibilities for specific projects added as addendums .

Responsibilities and Requirements of All Field Monitors

Field Monitor Activities include:

• providing advice guidance to project Task Teams;
• assessing project progress, including quality standards, timeliness and appropriate usage of finance and reporting on project progress and problems;
• facilitating liaison between the WSTF, WSBs and WSPS and within Task Teams;
• supporting Task Teams in coordinating the inter-relationships between engineering, social and support activities;
• identify strengths and weaknesses in the UPC approach and suggest changes;
• supporting the WSPs to establish a strong presence in project areas through development of customer care concepts and supervisory tools and routines.

To fulfill expectations all Field Monitors will need to demonstrate the following attributes:

• team players with an understanding of how teams work;
• commitment to capacity building and experience in training, particularly coaching;
• a willingness and freedom to spend over 80% of contracted time in project areas;
• proficiency in computer applications;
• ability to influence a group while ownership and responsibility rests with others;
• good communication skills with strong analytical and report writing ability;
• experience in working in low income areas will be an added advantage.

1) Engineering Field Monitor (6)
Scope of Work

The Engineering Field Monitor will act as an advisor on a range of engineering activities during project planning, implementation and commissioning. As such there will be involvement with, but not necessary limited to, design preparation, assessment of the adequacy of water supply, work plans, contract management, site visits, compliance with technical drawings and development of maintenance routines.
Qualifications and requirements;

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering;
• A relevant higher degree or additional diploma will be an advantage;
• At least 3 years relevant experience with water projects;
• Proficiency in computer aided-design software (AutoCAD).

2) Finance Field Monitor (5)
Scope of Work

The Financial Field Monitor will act as an advisor on range of financial, commercial and management issues during the planning, implementation and commissioning phases of projects including, but not necessarily limited to, budget control, financial recording and reporting, procurement and the funded facilities.

With regard to monitoring activities, special attention will be in relation to procurement procedures and compliance with financing agreements.
Qualifications and requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Commerce or other relevant management subjects;
• CPA part 2 (or equivalent accounting qualification) is highly desirable;
• Ability to relate finance, management and commercial theories into practical controls in small sized enterprises with limited resource;
• Experience of working in low income urban areas will be an advantage.

Your application should consist of:

• Cover letter;
• Curriculum vitae (Max 3 pages);
• References.

Do not attach certificates. Candidates invited for an interview will be asked to bring their original certificates with them.
How to Apply:

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should submit their applications with the job title clearly, giving details of telephone contacts, email address and three referees; one academic and two professional to:

Chief Executive Officer, Water Services Trust Fund
Upper Hill, Mara Road, CIC Plaza, 1st Floor,
P O Box 49699 00100,
Nairobi

To be received not later than Monday 11th October, 2010 close of business.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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