Athi Water Services Board (AWSB) is a
State Corporation under the Ministry of Water and Irrigation.
It is mandated to plan and develop /
expand infrastructure for bulk water supply and waste water in Nairobi and
Kiambu Counties, and Gatanga District in Murang’a County.
Procurement Officer
Job Ref. AWSB/PO/5/2015
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Senor Procurement
Officer, the job holder will be responsible for the following duties:-
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Assist in the development of the
Board’s procurement plan in accordance with statutory and Board expectations;
·
Advise the Board’s staff on
appropriate procurement and bid evaluation procedures;
·
Provide advice on procurement of
various goods, works and services in accordance with the Board’s Procurement
policies and procedures.
·
Assist in review and update of Board
procurement policies in accordance with the needs of the Board;
·
Maintain and update procurement
records including files, supplier/contractor databases, contract documents,
orders and other correspondence as required;
·
Receive approved requisitions,
prepare and dispatch local purchase orders (LPOs) as needed for provisions and
follow up to ensure timely delivery;
·
Ensure quality products and services
are sourced and supplied at the best prices and on time;
·
Assist in the preparation procurement
of bidding and contract documents;
Requirements for Appointment:
·
A Bachelor’s degree in Purchasing and
Supplies Management or equivalent qualification;
·
Not more than three (3) years’
relevant working experience;
·
Membership of a professional will be
an added advantage;
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Ability to work under pressure and
meet deadlines;
·
Computer literacy and familiarity
with standard office computer applications;
·
Good knowledge of the Public
Procurement and Disposal Act 2005 and Regulations;
·
Familiarity with donor procurement
procedures will be an added advantage;
·
Be less than 35 years of age.
Legal Officer
Job Ref. AWSB/LO/5/2015
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Legal and Compliance
Manager, the job holder will be responsible for the following duties:-
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Assist in review of various
regulations and advise on drafting of contracts, agreements and other legal
documents;
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Assist in developing appropriate
policies and operation procedures to ensure efficiency and quality of all legal
advice;
·
Assist in monitoring and reporting on
the performance of the department;
·
Assist in investigating compliance
issues and responding to regulatory enquiries and examinations;
·
Provide support in the provision of
Company Secretarial services;
·
Ensure the safe custody of the
organisation’s legal documents, contracts and security documentation.
Requirements for Appointment:
·
A Bachelor’s degree in law (LLB);
·
An advocate of the High Court of
Kenya;
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Not more than three (3) years’
relevant working experience;
·
Knowledge of laws and regulations
applicable to state corporations will be an added advantage;
·
Computer literacy and familiarity
with standard office computer applications;
·
Excellent interpersonal and
communication skills;
·
Ability to work under pressure and
meet deadlines;
·
Be less than 35 years of age
Internal Auditor
Job Ref. AWSB/IA/5/2015
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to Manager, Internal Audit
and Risk Management the incumbent will be responsible for the following
duties:-
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Implement audit plans and programs;
·
Assist in carrying out independent
tests and assessment of compliance with the established AWSB policies,
procedures and regulations;
·
Assist in procedural audits to assure
the effectiveness of the existing internal control systems;
·
Audit AWSB asset use and accounting
to ascertain effectiveness and efficiency;
·
Audit all payments made by the Board
to ensure compliance with budget provisions, policies, and procedures;
·
Draft financial audit reports for
review by the Internal Auditor.
Requirements for Appointment:
·
A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized
university in business related field;
·
Qualification in accounting such as
CPA(K)/ACCA will be an added advantage;
·
Familiarity with computer based
accounting and use of computer aided auditing techniques;
·
Not less than three (3) years’
relevant working experience;
·
Computer literacy and familiarity
with standard office computer applications.
·
Excellent interpersonal and
communication skills;
·
Ability to work under pressure and
meet deadlines;
·
Be less than 35 years of age.
Civil Engineer
2 Positions
Job Ref. AWSB/CE/5/2015
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to Senior Engineer, the
position holder will be responsible for the following duties:-
·
Assist in design and supervision of
water services infrastructure construction;
·
Assist in preparation of
specifications, contract documents and costing of various operations that go
into the design construction of water services infrastructure;
·
Oversee project implementation
including monitoring and evaluating project activities;
·
Supervise the construction and
rehabilitation of water services infrastructure.
·
Continually review engineering
operations, work systems, equipment and techniques and activities and generate
improvement plans;
·
Assist urban and rural communities in
allocated region to develop infrastructure;
·
Prepare tender documents including
engineering drawings, bills of quantities, specifications and contract
documents;
·
Prepare Terms of Reference (TORs) and
Requests for Proposals (RFPs) as required for acquisition of various consultants;
·
Prepare and submit technical, project
and progress reports as required.
Requirements for Appointment:
·
A Bachelor’s degree in Civil
Engineering from a recognized University;
·
Registration as a Graduate Engineer
with ERB;
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Not less than three (3) years’
relevant working experience;
·
Qualification in use of Auto –Cad and
Microsoft (open) office suite will be an added advantage;
·
Computer literacy and familiarity
with standards office and engineering computer packages such as Auto-Cad, GIS,
etc.;
·
Ability to work under pressure and
meet deadlines;
·
Registration as a Graduate Engineer
with ERB will be an added advantage;
ICT Officer
Job Ref. AWSB/ICTO/5/2015
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Manager ICT, the Job
holder will be responsible for the following duties:-
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Assist in analysis, design and
implementation of computer systems;
·
Develop systems as per user
requirements and specifications;
·
Develop systems documentation and user
manuals;
·
Provide user training on developed
systems and applications;
·
Provide user support on business
systems and monitor performance;
·
Ensure that the organization
establishes and maintains appropriate connectivity for its network,
communications and other needs;
·
Coordinate and oversee the
development and implementation of user training programmes and ICT training
initiatives;
·
Manage web operations, provide
internet support, allocate user rights and ensure security of systems;
·
Ensure that all systems are
integrated and operate efficiently in accordance with IT guidelines;
·
Carry out continuous systems
development/upgrade and recommend the use of cost effective software and
systems.
Requirements for Appointment:
·
A Bachelor’s degree in Computer
Science or Information Technology or its equivalent from a recognized
university;
·
Professional ICT qualifications MSCE
or CCNA or database administrator diploma or its equivalent from a recognized
institution will be an added advantage;
·
Not more than three (3) years’ relevant
working experience;
·
Good interpersonal and communication
skills;
·
Ability to work under pressure and
meet deadlines;
·
Be less than 35 years of age.
Corporate Communications Officer
Job Ref. AWSB/SCCO/5/2015
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Manager Corporate
Communications, the job holder will be responsible for the following duties:-
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Assist in development and
implementation of an effective internal and external communication strategies;
·
Coordinate the Board’s customer care practices
to ensure a good public image;
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Prepare and present project briefs
(print and electronic), promotional materials and other forms of communication;
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Coordinate conferences, stakeholder’s
forums, trade shows and press interviews.
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Assist in development of press
releases, media adverts, articles, supplements and project documentation;
·
Coordinate proactive and reactive
media tours and organize press conferences;
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Assist in development and
implementation of a proactive process for capturing, monitoring customer online
reviews and ratings and responding to them accordingly;
·
Create and manage all published
content (images, video and written) on the Board’s social media
pages;Oversee design and layout of Social Media pages (Facebook timeline cover,
profile pic, thumbnails, ads, landing pages, Twitter profile, and blog);
·
Monitor, listen and respond to users
in a “Social” way while cultivating a good corporate image for the Board;
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Conduct online advocacy and blog for
the organization;
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Design, create and manage promotions
and Social ad campaigns;
·
Design, upload and manage content on
the Board’s website.
Requirements for Appointment:
·
A Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism,
public relations or other relevant field from recognized institution(s);
·
Not less than three (3) years’
relevant working experience;
·
Proven writing skills, PowerPoint
presentation development skills and excellent command of English language;
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Demonstrate creativity and documented
immersion in Social Media. (Give links to profiles as evidence);
·
In-depth knowledge, experience and
understanding of Social Media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Yelp, Google +
Local, YouTube, Instagram, Pinterest).
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Be highly analytical, assertive and a
team player;
·
Proficiency in Creative Design
Applications, specifically: The Adobe Creative Suite (Corel Draw, Photoshop,
Dreamweaver, and Illustrator);
·
Ability to work under pressure and
meet deadlines.
Finance Manager [Financial &
Management Accounting]
Job Ref. AWSB/FM/3/2015
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Head Finance
&Strategy, the position holder will be responsible for the following
duties:
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Coordinate timely and accurate
preparation of budgets, ensure budgetary controls, constantly monitor
expenditure and report on variances;
·
Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual
financial statements and reports in an accurate and timely manner and prepare
all the documents that are required to support the periodical auditing
exercise;
·
Prepare cash flows statements and
bank reconciliations;
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Ensure that all accounting
transactions comply with set financial systems and controls and initiate
remedial action where this is not the case;
·
Prepare and continually review aged
(debtor/creditor) analysis report and advise management accordingly;
·
Assist in project proposal financial
assessment for feasibility;
·
Compile tax reports/statutory
returns, ensuring that these are submitted in a timely manner to the relevant
authorities and consult with tax advisors as and when necessary;
·
Liaise with the external auditors
during interim and annual audit and follow-up.
·
Develop and maintain internal control
and effective accounting system and policies for AWSB;
·
Establish and maintain systems for
cost-sensitivity analysis and early-warning of cost-overruns;
·
Work consultatively with the
respective departments on cost reduction initiatives;
·
Liaise with project managers in
preparing and implementing annual project plans and budgets;
·
Ensure compliance with donors’ rules
and regulations;
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Preparing monthly/quarterly financial
reports on the status of project activities.
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Manage relationships with key
stakeholders including banks, suppliers, and key customers;
·
Confirm financial status by
monitoring revenue and expenses; coordinating the collection, consolidation,
and evaluation of financial data;
·
Maintain accounting controls by
establishing a chart of accounts; defining accounting policies;
·
Enforce current accounting
regulations and recommend new procedures for proposed legislation.
Requirements for Appointment:
·
A Bachelor’s degree in Commerce,
Accounts or Finance;
·
Fully qualified accountant - CPA
(K)/ACCA , etc.;
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A member of ICPAK or any other
related/relevant professional body;
·
Proficiency in computer accounting
packages;
·
Must have extensive experience on tax
matters;
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Ability to work accurately and
effectively with multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast paced environment;
·
A minimum of eight (8) years’
relevant working experience, four (4) of them spent at managerial level with
relevant responsibility in an organization serving a large and demanding
public;
·
In-depth understanding of the project
management cycle;
·
Good communication and presentation
skills;
·
Experience in financial reporting and
MIS as per IFRS and IPSAS;
·
Experience in dealing with Statutory
and Internal Auditors;
·
Self -driven and ability to work
under strict deadlines;
·
A Master’s degree in a relevant field
will be an added advantage.
Duration: The successful candidate will be engaged for a
period of three (3) years on contract terms with a possibility of renewal
subject to satisfactory performance.
Technical Manager
Job Ref. AWSB/TM/3/2015
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Head, Planning and
Engineering Services the position holder will be responsible for the following
duties:-
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Plan, design and develop/expand
infrastructure for bulk water supply and waste water;
·
Liaise and work closely with
multi-disciplinary teams in the implementation of water and waste water
projects;
·
Prepare proposals that will secure
continued and sustained funding of AWSB’s projects and activities;
·
Develop technical standards and
criteria to guide in implementation of various projects;
·
Develop investment programs and work
with stakeholders to develop relevant programs as per the mandate of the Board;
·
Identify and update the risk
framework/ matrix for project implementation;
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Conducting technical appraisals to
ascertain compliance with various statutory and related requirements;
·
Prepare, maintain and update water
and waste water infrastructure inventory.
·
Engage and manage consultants,
contractors and other external parties effectively to ensure the efficient,
timely and cost effective delivery of projects;
·
Prepare monitoring and
evaluation/progress reports for projects and consultancy contracts.
Requirements for Appointment:
·
A Bachelor’s degree in Civil
Engineering;
·
Registered with Engineers
Registration Board of Kenya and a member of IEK;
·
A minimum of eight (8) years’
relevant working experience, four (4) of them at a managerial level with
relevant responsibility in an organization serving a large and demanding
public;
·
Demonstrated experience in planning,
design and development of infrastructure for bulk water and waste water;
·
Demonstrated experience in relevant
engineering software such as Auto-Cad, GIS packages, etc.;
·
Demonstrated experience in contract
management;
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In-depth experience in handling donor
funded projects;
·
Good project management skills;
·
A Master’s degree in a relevant field
will be an added advantage.
Duration: The successful candidate will be engaged for a
period of three (3) years on contract terms with a possibility of renewal
subject to satisfactory performance.
Head, Planning & Engineering Services
Job Ref: AWSB/HPE/2/2015
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Chief Executive
Officer, the position holder will be responsible for the following duties:-
·
Direct planning, design and
development/expansion of infrastructure for bulk water supply and waste water
to enable the Board meet its objectives as outlined in the strategic plan;
·
Carry out effective consultation with
all key stakeholders at the conceptual and planning stages of projects and
related services;
·
Ensure clear policies and criteria
are set for identification of projects, feasibility studies, and selection of
consultants and contractors;
·
Develop investment programs and
working with stakeholders to develop appropriate programs as per the mandate of
the Board;
·
Ensure proper management of assets;
·
Oversee preparation of departmental
risk framework and ensure that it is constantly updated;
·
Prepare, update and implement
infrastructure development plan(s) to support implementation of the strategic
plan and monitoring the investment plan.
·
Prepare and implement departmental
budget, procurement plan and workplans.
Requirements for Appointment:
·
A Bachelor’s degree in Civil
Engineering;
·
Registered with Engineers
Registration Board of Kenya and a member of IEK;
·
A minimum of twelve (12) years’
relevant working experience, six (6) of them at a managerial level with
relevant responsibility in an organization serving a large and demanding
public;
·
Demonstrated experience in planning,
design and development of bulk water and waste water infrastructure;
·
Demonstrated experience in relevant
engineering software such as Auto-Cad, GIS packages, etc.;
·
In-depth experience in handling donor
funded projects;
·
Extensive experience in managing,
planning, designing and development of infrastructure for bulk water supply and
waste water;
·
Experience in preparing strategic
plans and plans of operations together with developing quality performance
indicators;
·
Experience working with
multidisciplinary teams, and liaising with various stakeholders;
·
Excellent project management and
leadership skills;
·
A Master’s degree in a relevant field
will be an added advantage.
Duration: The successful candidate will be engaged for a
period of three (3) years on contract terms with a possibility of renewal
subject to satisfactory performance.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified persons
should submit their applications quoting the title and reference number of the
post being applied for and enclose detailed CV, copies of relevant certificates
and testimonials, copy of National ID, current position, remuneration, email
address and telephone contact plus names and contacts of three (3) referees so
as to reach the undersigned on or before 21st October, 2015
Chief Executive Officer,
Athi Water Services Board,
Africa-Re Centre, Hospital Road,
P.O. Box 45283 – 00100,
Nairobi
Email: info@awsboard.go.ke
Athi Water is an equal opportunity
employer and all Kenyans in their diversity are encouraged to apply.