Technical Manager
Grade 2
Grade 2
Three
Years Contract
Ref:
GWASCO/HR/TM/04/2019/03
Directs
Reports: Planning and GIS Manager, Area Managers, Maintenance staff
Reports
To: The Managing Director
Job purpose
The
Technical Manager is responsible for the Technical and/or Engineering function
of the Company to ensure the core business is run in a professional way, attain
highest standards of operational efficiency and adherence to best practice and
other Engineering standards.
Responsibilities
·
Ensuring compliance with established
standards for planning, design, construction, and operation and maintenance of
water and waste water services facilities.
·
Ensuring achievement of key
performance indicators in line with the water sector benchmarks on water
coverage, sewerage coverage, water quality, metering ratio, Non-Revenue water,
collection efficiency and Operation and Maintenance Costs among others
·
Implementing technical standards of
the water service provider/company.
·
Evaluating performance of the company
on all the specified key performance indicators to ensure continuous
improvement.
·
Responsible for water conservation
and demand management for the water utility.
·
Ensuring that all materials, parts,
chemicals and others used in operations meets required safety and quality
standards so as not to compromise staff, customer or public health and safety.
·
Responsible for ensuring all
technical operations and projects are carried out in accordance with approved
budgets
·
Responsible for ensuring preservation
of water catchment areas.
·
Responsible for development of
framework for development, management and maintenance of a water distribution
system, sewer system in the company’ area of operation. Managing all water
produced and fed into the system to minimize wastage and losses and ensure as
much of all the water produced and fed into the distribution system is
accounted for.
·
Identify training needs for the
departmental staff. Mentor and coach departmental staff.
·
Develop departmental budget and work
plan.
·
Identify procurement needs of the
department.
·
Participate in strategic planning and
implementation.
·
Responsible for physical assets
assigned by the Company.
·
Makes strategic, operational and
technical decisions for the department. xvi. Plans the work of subordinates,
assigns work to subordinates, monitors subordinates work performance.
Appraises/evaluates subordinates performance.
·
Work closely with other
departments/sections in all areas.
·
Any other duties as may be assigned
from time to time.
Qualifications
·
Bachelor’s degree in Civil
Engineering, Water/Waste Water Engineering or relevant field from a recognized
institution.
·
Registered Engineer with the relevant
professional body and member in good standing.
·
At least 7 years’ experience with a
minimum of 3 years in a managerial or supervisory position.
·
Meets the requirements of chapter six
of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
Remuneration
An
attractive remuneration package commensurate with responsibility of the job and
the experience of the individual will be negotiated with the successful
candidate.
Candidates
will be required to satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution
of Kenya 2010 including:
1.
Certificate of Good Conduct from the
Directorate of Criminal Investigations;
2.
Clearance Certificate from the Higher
Education Loans Board;
3.
Tax Compliance Certificate from the
Kenya Revenue Authority;
4.
Clearance from the Ethics and
Anti-Corruption Commission; and
5.
Report from an Approved Credit
Reference Bureau.
Internal Audit Manager
Grade
3
Three
Years Contract
Ref:
GWASCO/HR/IA/04/2019/06
Reports
To: This role reports directly to the Audit Committee of the Board and
administratively to the managing director
Directs
Reports: Auditors
Job purpose
The
internal auditor is responsible for the internal audit function of the company
to provide continuous appraisal of the Company operations systems against
internal control systems, policies, procedures and manuals.
Responsibilities
·
Play a senior leadership role bringing
the internal community along to support the outputs delivered by developing
effective and strategic relationship.
·
Build a highly effective team, by
leading, managing and motivating staff and by directing and coaching them where
appropriate, so that they achieve excellence in delivery.
·
Take responsibility for the reports
emerging from the department and all documentation sent to the MD
·
Oversee departments budgeting,
monthly, quarterly and annual reporting, cash flow and debt management
·
Develop a flexible annual audit plan,
using an appropriate risk-based methodology and including any risks or control
concerns identified by management and submit that plan to the audit committee
to review and approval
·
Ensure the approved audit plan is
implemented including any special tasks or projects requested by the board
audit committee and MD.
·
Analyze any capacity deficiencies and
request resources to meet the requirements of the internal audit charter and
the audit plan
·
Issue periodic audit reports
summarizing results of audit activities
·
Keep the board audit committee and
the MD informed of emerging trends and changes in international standards on
the practice of internal auditing
·
Conduct investigation of suspected
fraudulent activities within the company and report the results appropriately
·
Liaise with the external auditors and
regulators, as appropriate, for the purpose of providing optimal audit coverage
to the company at a reasonable overall cost.
·
Report the results of follow up
implementation of external audit findings and recommendation
·
Coordinating the implementation of
the internal control frame work so as to streamline internal control and risk
management in the company’s business process.
·
Reviewing the internal control
framework and consistently ensuring its compliance
·
Coordinating and facilitating the
development and implementation of the formal risk management framework
·
Documenting audit procedures,
developing criteria reviewing and analyzing evidence , and documenting process
and procedures
·
Identifying developing and
documenting audit of audit issues and recommendation.
·
Coordinating and liaising with
external auditors of the authority to ensure external audits and financial
reporting process are efficient and effective
·
Conducting appropriate ( governance
and performance) assessment exercise so as to streamline the company’s
performance and governance process
·
Provide leadership maintains
discipline trains and appraises staff in the internal audit department
·
Motivate and nurture the department
by budgeting planning and directing resources to achieve targets and objectives
·
Supervise the development
implementation and management of finance policies
·
Ensure performance measures and
designed to evaluate performance against the strategic plan
·
Ensure reporting on work done into
the reporting structures in the company on a monthly; quarterly or annual basis
·
Leading in the development of the
annual audit plan; and
·
Performing related work as may be
required.
Qualifications
·
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
/Finance, Economics, Engineering or business related field from a recognized
institution.
·
CPA (K), ACCA or relevant
professional qualification
·
Member of a relevant professional
body and in good standing
·
At least 7 years’ experience with a
minimum of 3 years in a managerial or supervisory experience.
·
Meets the requirements of chapter six
of the Constitution of Kenya 2010
Remuneration
An
attractive remuneration package commensurate with responsibility of the job and
the experience of the individual will be negotiated with the successful
candidate.
Candidates
will be required to satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution
of Kenya 2010 including:
1.
Certificate of Good Conduct from the
Directorate of Criminal Investigations;
2.
Clearance Certificate from the Higher
Education Loans Board;
3.
Tax Compliance Certificate from the
Kenya Revenue Authority;
4.
Clearance from the Ethics and
Anti-Corruption Commission; and
5.
Report from an Approved Credit
Reference Bureau.
Non- Revenue Water Officer
Reports
To: The Managing Director
Directs
Reports: PNRW Assistant
Grade
4
Ref:
GWASCO/HR/NRW/04/2019/07
Three
Years Contract
Job purpose
Reporting
to the Technical Manager NRW Officer is responsible for all NRW activities.
Responsibilities
·
Put up a comprehensive NRW unit
·
Schedule patrols of pipelines and
service lines at least one complete cycle per month to unearth illegal water
connections and concealed leaks and pipe bursts.
·
Ensure that all water meters in the
area are timely serviced and replaced (calibrating).
·
Schedule and carryout gauging of
routes to determine water loss. At least 3 routes per month should be gauged.
·
Maintenance of A.V’s, S.V’s, washouts
and tanks as per the work plan provided by the operations manager.
·
Supervise installation, servicing and
replacement of all meters.
·
Ensure that illegal water abstraction
do not occur and those that have occurred are rectified in a timely and
economical manner.
·
Supervise the disconnection of
customers who have defaulted in payment and prompt reconnection of customers on
payment of their bills.
·
Ensure that all cases of fraud, wrong
billing, guessed meter reading, illegal flat rate billing etc are reported to
Headquarter and dealt with promptly.
·
Curbing illegal connections
·
Increasing customer base
·
Ensure that all meters are installed
in easily accessible places to facilitate meter reading and also avoid
unnecessary cost of excavation.
·
Terminating illegal connections.
·
Loading penalties/fines on illegal
consumers of water.
·
Attending to customer complaints and
testing of meters on receipt of complaints from customers.
·
Identify and repair of leakages and
pipe bursts.
·
Installing and reading of master
meters.
·
Record all the operations and prepare
the necessary reports
·
Supervise, train and motivate staff
in this section to ensure improvement of professional skills
Qualifications
·
Bsc in water engineering, civil
engineering with at least +3 years’ experience in the Water Service Provision
·
Experiences in Project Management,
NRW Management with commercial entities will be a definite advantage.
·
Proven people management experience
is essential for the position
·
Meets the requirements of chapter six
of the Constitution of Kenya 2010
Remuneration
An
attractive remuneration package commensurate with responsibility of the job and
the experience of the individual will be negotiated with the successful
candidate.
Candidates
will be required to satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution
of Kenya 2010 including:
1.
Certificate of Good Conduct from the
Directorate of Criminal Investigations;
2.
Clearance Certificate from the Higher
Education Loans Board;
3.
Tax Compliance Certificate from the
Kenya Revenue Authority;
4.
Clearance from the Ethics and
Anti-Corruption Commission; and
5.
Report from an Approved Credit
Reference Bureau.
Procurement Manager
Reports
To: The Managing Director
Grade
3
Three
Years Contract
Ref:
GWASCO/HR/PM/04/2019/05
Directs
Reports: Procurement Assistant & Stores Officer
Job purpose
Reporting
to the Managing Director, you will assure as the head of the key support
department the supply and storage of all materials and equipment required for
the daily operations of GWASCO. The position of procurement manager consists of
planning, directing, or coordinating the activities of departments’
requisitions for materials, products, and services.
Responsibilities
·
Develop a yearly business plan for
Procurement based on operational guidelines and company goals, and review on an
ongoing basis;
·
Preparation of Annual tender
documents
·
Evaluation and recommendation of
Quotation for goods and services to be procured.
·
Manage the vendor evaluation process,
with an effective vendor evaluation schedule and disciplined follow up of
vendor status criteria;
·
Updating the suppliers register.
·
Analyzing monthly commitments in
respect to procurement of goods and services.
·
Preparation of monthly, Quarterly and
annual reports
·
Preparation of annual budgets.
·
Implementation of stock control
system so that goods and services are procured on time.
·
Follow up supplies of goods and
services of the Cooperate Management team
·
Any other duties which you will be
assigned from time to time by the Managing Director
Qualifications
·
Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement,
Accounting, Finance or Business Administration from a reputable University
·
5+ years post – qualification
experience in the profession
·
Must be a member of Kenya Institute
of supplies management.
·
Membership with the chartered
institute of purchasing and supplies will be an added advantage.
·
Candidate must have a current
Professional Practicing License
·
Proven people management experience.
·
Have strong communication,
interactional and leadership skills.
·
Meets the requirements of chapter six
of the Constitution of Kenya 2010
Remuneration
An
attractive remuneration package commensurate with responsibility of the job and
the experience of the individual will be negotiated with the successful
candidate.
Candidates
will be required to satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution
of Kenya 2010 including:
1.
Certificate of Good Conduct from the
Directorate of Criminal Investigations;
2.
Clearance Certificate from the Higher
Education Loans Board;
3.
Tax Compliance Certificate from the
Kenya Revenue Authority;
4.
Clearance from the Ethics and
Anti-Corruption Commission; and
5.
Report from an Approved Credit
Reference Bureau.
Finance Manager
Grade
2
Ref:
GWASCO/HR/FM/04/2019/02
Three
Years Contract
Directs
Reports: Accountants
Reports
To: The Managing Director
Job purpose
The
Finance Manager is responsible for the finance function of the company to
perform financial analysis and as per laid down procedures.
Responsibilities
·
Oversee performance management in the
Finance Department
·
Develop department budget and work
plan
·
Prepare board management papers for
approval
·
Identify procurement needs of the
department
·
Prepare and review departmental
policies and accounting manuals in line with international financial standards
and government regulations
·
Budget preparation/ cash flow
management review to ensure sustainability and giving strategic advice to board
/CMT.
·
Budget preparation/ cash flow
management review to ensure sustainability and giving strategic advice to board
/CMT.
·
Manage reporting of financial
statements/performance to board/CMT
·
Participate in strategic planning and
implementation
·
Establish and ensure application of
sound financial policies e.g. financial manual for the company), systems and
procedures for the company in compliance with statutory regulations.
·
Conduct periodic review of actual
performance against budget and explaining any variances
·
Control expenditure for decision
making
·
Deal with banks /financial
institutions.
·
Responsible for physical assets
assigned by the company
·
Makes strategic, operational and
financial decisions for the department
·
Identify training needs for the
departmental staff.
·
Participate in the recruitment of
staff within the department, mentor and coach departmental staff, plans the
work of subordinates, assigns work performance, appraises/evaluates
subordinates performance
·
Work closely with the CMT in all
areas
·
Performing related work as may be
required.
Qualifications
·
Bachelor’s degree in Finance,
Accounting, Economics, Strategic Management or any other Business-related field
from a recognized institution CPA (K), ACCA or relevant professional
qualification
·
Member of a professional body in good
standing
·
At least 7 years’ experience with a
minimum of 3 years in a managerial or supervisory position
·
Meets the requirements of chapter six
of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
Remuneration
An
attractive remuneration package commensurate with responsibility of the job and
the experience of the individual will be negotiated with the successful
candidate.
Candidates
will be required to satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution
of Kenya 2010 including:
1.
Certificate of Good Conduct from the
Directorate of Criminal Investigations;
2.
Clearance Certificate from the Higher
Education Loans Board;
3.
Tax Compliance Certificate from the
Kenya Revenue Authority;
4.
Clearance from the Ethics and
Anti-Corruption Commission; and
5.
Report from an Approved Credit
Reference Bureau.
ICT Manager
Reports
To: The Managing Director
Directs
Reports: ICT Officer
Three
Years Contract
Grade
3
Ref: GWASCO/HR/ICT/04/2019/04
Ref: GWASCO/HR/ICT/04/2019/04
Job purpose
Reporting
to the Managing Director, the ICT Manager will be responsible for Information,
Communication and Technology (ICT) in the organisation with the primary aim of
enhancing effectiveness and efficiency in the Company
Responsibilities
As
the Head of the key support department in the company the ICT Manager’s focus
will be in leading all our efficiency improvement initiatives in cooperation
with his/her colleagues and various development partners. In particular, he/she
will:
·
Plan, develop, coordinate and ensure
delivery of all our ICT needs including the policies, operational, manuals and
departmental budget
·
Prepare technical specifications for
procurement of hardware and software and liaise with vendors.
·
Manage all new installations,
upgrades, enhancements, administration and maintenance of the ICT
infrastructure and equipment, ensuring that the LAN, Telephone Systems and WAN
are operational
·
Manage the security of company
information by developing the necessary network protocols and the
implementation of disaster recovery procedures • Relay relevant ICT-related
information to company in timely manner including the M&E reports
·
Manage departmental staff
performance, development, training and motivation for effective performance
·
Train all end users on the use of ICT
systems and equipment to ensure effectiveness and efficiency
·
Advise management on current and
future ICT trends
Qualifications
·
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer
Science, Information Technology or related discipline, 5+ years’ working
experience in a busy ICT environment with exposure in hardware, software and
network applications, 3 years in senior management position.
·
A member of an ICT Professional Body
is an advantage
·
Project Management skills experience
and training is essential.
·
Experience with Database Management
Systems: Oracle and SQL Server platforms exposure is mandatory.
·
Demonstrable first experience with
ERP systems and conversant with Water Billing Systems (M@jics Billing
Software); Sage Pastel Evolution & GIS Systems will be an advantage.
·
Very good programming skills (VB,
Net, Java, Web Scripting – PHP, JavaScript, etc.) is a top advantage
·
Meets the requirements of chapter six
of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
Remuneration
An
attractive remuneration package commensurate with responsibility of the job and
the experience of the individual will be negotiated with the successful
candidate.
Candidates
will be required to satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution
of Kenya 2010 including:
1.
Certificate of Good Conduct from the
Directorate of Criminal Investigations;
2.
Clearance Certificate from the Higher
Education Loans Board;
3.
Tax Compliance Certificate from the
Kenya Revenue Authority;
4.
Clearance from the Ethics and
Anti-Corruption Commission; and
5.
Report from an Approved Credit
Reference Bureau.
Commercial Manager
Grade
2
Ref: GWASCO/HR/CM/04/2019/01)
Ref: GWASCO/HR/CM/04/2019/01)
Gusii
Water and Sanitation Company Limited (GWASCO) was incorporated in 2006 to
supply water and sanitation services to the larger Gusii (Kisii and Nyamira)
area under a Service Provision Agreement (SPA) with the Lake Victoria South
Water Services Board.
In
view of this and as part of fulfilling our mandate, GWASCO is seeking to fill
the following Management positions with customer service oriented, qualified
and experienced individuals who seek to be part of a result oriented team.
Reports
To: The Managing Director
Job purpose
The
Commercial Manager is responsible for the commercial function and business
development strategy of the Company.
Responsibilities
·
Processing new customers accounts,
updating the customers register/ accountsOversee performance management in the
department
·
Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly
and annual reports for the department
·
Prepare board management papers for
approval
·
Ensure that all the data with regards
to monthly meter readings and payments is entered and verified.
·
Ensuring timely billings of all
services provided to customers
·
Maintain accurate records
·
Preparing accurate reports as
required
·
Liaising with other sections in
provision of quality service to customers
·
Attending promptly to complaints from
customers
·
Identify training needs for the
departmental staff
·
Develop department budget and work
plan
·
Mentor and coach department staff
·
Identify procurement needs of the
department
·
Participate in strategic planning and
implementation
·
Responsible for physical assets
assigned by the company
·
Makes strategic, operational and
financial decisions for the department
·
Plans the work of subordinates,
monitors subordinates work performance. Appraises/ evaluates subordinates
performance
·
Work closely with other
department/sections in all areas
·
Performing related work as may be
required
Qualifications
·
Bachelor’s degree in Finance,
Accounting, Economics, Strategic Management or any other Business-related field
from a recognized institution CPA (K), ACCA or relevant professional
qualification
·
Member of a professional body in good
standing
·
At least 7 years’ experience with a
minimum of 3 years in a managerial or supervisory position
·
Meets the requirements of chapter six
of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
Term of Service
Three
Years Contract
Directs Reports
Commercial
Officer, Customer Care Officer, Billing Clerk, Area Managers on Commercial
Services matters
Remuneration
An
attractive remuneration package commensurate with responsibility of the job and
the experience of the individual will be negotiated with the successful
candidate.
Candidates
will be required to satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution
of Kenya 2010 including:
1.
Certificate of Good Conduct from the
Directorate of Criminal Investigations;
2.
Clearance Certificate from the Higher
Education Loans Board;
3.
Tax Compliance Certificate from the
Kenya Revenue Authority;
4.
Clearance from the Ethics and
Anti-Corruption Commission; and
5.
Report from an Approved Credit
Reference Bureau.
How to Apply
If
you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the relevant
criteria for any of the roles above, please submit your application including a
detailed CV, copies of relevant certificates, National Identification card and
testimonials from your current or previous employer, clearly indicating your
current and expected remuneration, email and telephone contacts of three (3)
professional referees by 9th May, 2019 at 5:00pm.
Submit
your application in a sealed envelope with the respective Job Reference Number
clearly marked to:
The Managing Director,
Gusii Water & Sanitation Company Limited.
P.O. Box 3380 -40200,
KISII
OR
Email: info@gwasco.co.ke
GWASCO
is an equal opportunity employer and canvassing will lead to automatic
disqualification.
Female
candidates and persons with disability are encouraged to apply.
Only
shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
