Government Jobs in Kenya - BUWASCO

Internal Auditor


BUWASCO is a County Public entity Registered under the Company’s Ad 2015 with the responsibility of providing water and Sanitation Services to the residents of Busia County as provided for under section 78 of the Water Act 2016. To fulfill its mandate, BUWASCO invites applications from suitable and qualified Kenyan citizens to fill the following positions:
Responsible for the Internal Audit function of the Company to provide continuous appraisal of the Company’s operations, systems against Internal Control System, policies, procedures and manuals.

Responsibilities
·         Reports to the Audit Committee of the Board and administratively to the Managing Director
·         Play a senior leadership role bringing the internal community along to support the outputs delivered by developing effective and strategic relationship.
·         Take responsibilities of reports emerging from the department and all documentation sent to the MD Develop a flexible annual audit plan, using an appropriate risk- based methodology and including any risk or control concerns identified by management and submit that plan to the Audit Committee for review and approval 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.
·         Coordinating and liaising with external auditors of authority to ensure external audits and financial reporting processes are efficient and effective
·         Conduct assessment exercises so as to streamline the company’s performance and governance processes
·         Reviewing the internal control framework and consistently ensuring its compliance
·         Performing related work as may be required.
Qualifications
·         Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/ Finance, Economics, Engineering or Business related field or relevant field from a recognized institution.
·         CPA (K) ACCA or relevant professional qualification.
·         Member of a relevant professional body with good standing.
·         At least 7 years of experience with at least 3 years of Managerial/Supervisory experience

Technical Manager
Responsible for Technical/and or Engineering function of the Company to ensure that the core business is run in a professional way to attain highest standards of operational efficiency and adherence to best practice and other engineering standards.
Responsibilities
·         Reporting to the Managing Director
·         Supervise Technical Department/function staff. Ensuring compliance with established standards of planning, design, construction and operation and maintenance of water and waste water service facilities. Ensuring achievement of Key Performance Indicators in line with sector benchmarks
·         Ensuring all technical operations projects are carried out in accordance with approved budgets. Responsible for development of frame work for department, management and maintenance of a water distribution and sewer systems in the company’s area of operation.
·         Ensure all materials used in operation meet required safety and quality standards not to compromise staff, customer or public health and safety. Performing related work as may be assigned.
Qualifications
·         Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering Water/ Waste Water Engineering or relevant field from a recognized institution.
·         Registered Engineer or eligible for registration with the relevant professional body and member in good standing
·         At least 7 years of relevant experience with a minimum of 3 years in Managerial or supervisory position.
Finance Manager
Responsible for the finance function of the Company to perform financial analysis and reporting as needed and as per the laid down procedures.
Responsibilities

·         Reports to the Managing Director
·         Oversee performance management in the Company, Develop budget and work plan, Prepare and submit monthly and quarterly and annual reports for the Company Prepare board management papers for approval
·         Identify procurement needs Prepare and review Company policies and accounting manuals in line with international financial standards and government regulations, Control expenditure for decision making, deal with banks /financial institutions Budget preparation/cash flow management review to ensure sustainability and giving strategic advice to the Board/ CMT,
·         Conduct periodic review of actual performance against budget and explaining any variances
·         Performing related work as may be required.
Qualifications
·         Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or any other business related field CPA (K) ACCA or relevant professional qualification
·         Member of professional body and in good standing At least 7 years’ experience with a minimum of 3 years in Managerial supervisory position

Managing Director
Responsible for efficient management of the affairs of the company, day to day operations arid administration of the company in consultation with the Board. Shall provide overall leadership to the company and guide strategic direction so as to ensure effective achievement of set goals.
Responsibilities
·         Reports to the chairman of the Board
·         Supervise core management team.
·         Ensure formulation and implementation of the company plans and strategies to ensure profitable operation
·         Formulate and periodically update the corporate plan including projection of any necessary expansion and development of water services facilities.
·         Ensure effective mobilization and utilization of resources.
·         Ensure development and implementation of sound Human Resource policies and procedures
·         Fostering a corporate culture that promotes ethical practices and good corporate citizenship.
·         Provide oversight for all company physical assets. Any other qualification as may be adjudged as relevant by the board.
Qualifications
·         Must have a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, water/waste water engineering, Environmental Science, Business related field, Economics, Finance or relevant field from a recognized institution.
·         Registered with the relevant professional body and member in good standing.
·         At least 10 years relevant experience with a minimum 5 years at senior level
How to Apply
All applications should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly indicating the position applied for and addressed to:
THE CHAIRMAN
BUWASCO LTD
P.O. Box 392 – 50400.
BUSIA
Candidates are additionally advised to send their application in soft copy to buwaseco@gmail.com
Important information:
·         Candidates must attach a clear copy of National Identity card
·         Candidates Must obtain and present clearance certificate from HELB, DCI KRA, CRB and EACC
The application with certified copies of academic and professional certificates, curriculum vitae and other testimonials should reach the company offices located at the Department of Water, Irrigation, Environment and Natural Resources Yard, BUSIA, BUWASCO office Building on or before 5th July 2019 by 4:30pm.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Canvassing is prohibited and will lead to automatic disqualification.