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:-
- 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;
- 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:-
- Assist in review of various regulations and
advise on drafting of contracts, agreements and other legal documents;
- 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;
- 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:-
- 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;
- 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:-
- 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:-
- 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;
- Prepare and present project briefs (print and
electronic), promotional materials and other forms of communication;
- Coordinate conferences, stakeholder’s forums,
trade shows and press interviews.
- Assist in development of press releases, media
adverts, articles, supplements and project documentation;
- Coordinate proactive and reactive media tours
and organize press conferences;
- 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;
- Conduct online advocacy and blog for the
organization;
- 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;
- 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).
- 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:
- 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;
- 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;
- Preparing monthly/quarterly financial reports
on the status of project activities.
- 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.;
- A member of ICPAK or any other
related/relevant professional body;
- Proficiency in computer accounting packages;
- Must have extensive experience on tax matters;
- 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:-
- 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;
- 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;
- 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.