County Government of Kakamega Deputy Director, Water Services Jobs in Kenya

County Government of Kakamega Deputy Director, Water Services Jobs in Kenya


Duties and Responsibilities

  • The Officer will report to the Director, Water and Sewerage Services and be responsible for assisting in the co-ordination of the department, as well as, offering technical advice to the Chief Officer, Water on all aspects of water services.

  • He/she will assist in providing appropriate policy direction in the County Water Sector.
    Specific duties and responsibilities will include:

  • Carry out feasibility studies in the County Water Sector;

  • Formulate and implement water Policies, guidelines and strategies for both urban and rural water supply systems;

  • Mobilize resources for water infrastructure development;

  • Carry out research activities in various aspects of water, sewerage and hydraulic systems;

  • Develop and implement Water Sector master plan and strategic plan;

  • Supervise the construction of all water and sewerage works undertaken directly or by contract;

  • Prepare Water Sector Annual Budgets;

  • Proper maintenance of water supply and sewerage systems;

  • Monitor and evaluate physical and financial progress of development projects and programs; and

  • Prepare technical tender documents on water and sewerage infrastructure.

    Requirements for Appointment

    For appointment to this grade, an officer must:

  • Be a Kenyan citizen;

  • Have served in the grade of Assistant Director, Water Services, Job Group CPSB 05 (‘P’) for a minimum period of three (3) years or
    in a comparable and relevant position in the Private Sector, for a minimum period of three (3) years;

  • Have a Masters’ degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources, Hydrology or its equivalent qualification from a university recognized in Kenya;

  • Have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources, Hydrology or its equivalent qualification from a university recognized in Kenya;

  • Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Program (SLDP) lasting six (6) weeks from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;

  • Be registered with a relevant professional body;

  • Demonstrate managerial, administrative and professional competence in work performance;

  • Exhibit a thorough understanding of national goals, policies, objectives and ability to relate them to proper management of environment and natural resource function.

    How to Apply

    For more information and job application details, see; County Government of Kakamega Deputy Director, Water Services Jobs in Kenya

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