Rift Valley Water Services Board Vacancies in Kenya

Preamble


The water sector in Kenya is undergoing major reforms aimed at improving the overall management of the sector. The reforms are premised on the National Policy on Water Resources Management and Development of 1999 and the Water Act 2002.

These instruments have set up institutional and regulatory framework embracing broader principles of decentralization, participation, autonomy, sustainability and efficiency in service delivery.

The Rift Valley Water Services Board, therefore, is seeking to recruit qualified, visionary and dynamic professionals to the position of:

Rift Valley Water Services Board Chief Executive Officer Job Ref. RWB/HR/CEO/01/2018 Vacancies in Kenya

Job Summary

The Chief Executive Officer will be responsible to the Board of Directors, and shall be the principal officer of the board responsible for the overall leadership and implementation of the Board’s decisions and aspirations as may be outlined the performance targets and strategic plan.

Responsibilities

  • Providing overall leadership and administration of the operations of the Rift Valley Water Services Board under the guidance of the Board
  • Develop short corporate strategies for approval by the Board of Directors, for effective implementation of the strategies stipulated in the Board Strategic plan and establish proper internal monitoring and control systems and procedures.
  • Develop performance standards together with mechanisms for ensuring compliance therewith by Water Services Providers.
  • Manage internal multidisciplinary teams and external parties to ensure set objectives are met.
  • Promote Board image and develop good working relationship with all stakeholders and partners in Board’s area of jurisdiction
  • Develop networks and partnerships with development partners and spearhead donor collaborations, fundraising and project development within the Boards area of jurisdiction.
  • Direct and coordinate the Board’s operations and administration to ensure that the various organs of the Board operate in conformity with overall operational plans and performance targets
  • Advice the Board of Directors on expansion of business operations , investment planning and development of water service infrastructure.
  • Maintaining a conducive work environment for attracting, retaining and motivating employees.
  • Fostering a corporate culture that promotes ethical practices and good corporate citizenship.
  • Acting as the principal spokesperson of the Board.
  • Ensure compliance with Government’s policy and regulatory guidelines and directives including the chapter six of the COK 2010.

    Job Specifications;

  • Must have a Bachelors degree preferably in Civil Engineering or its equivalent from a recognized university
  • A postgraduate qualification in
    a relevant field will be an added advantage
  • Must be a registered member of a relevant professional body
  • At least fifteen (15) years progressive and relevant work experience in the public service of which five (5) years should have been in a senior management level.

    Personal Competencies

  • Demonstrate familiarity with donor funded projects and familiarity with water sector management
  • Exceptional visionary leadership and negotiation skills with capacity to engage with local, regional and international organizations
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Self driven and capable of working with minimum supervision
  • Sound knowledge and application of public finance management and public procurement procedures
  • Understanding the cross cutting issues in the board area of jurisdiction and various unique challenges.
  • Effective conflict and dispute prevention and resolution among water service users and dispensers within the Board’s area of jurisdiction.
  • Must be of age 40 and above

    The successful candidate will be offered the position of Chief Executive Officer on an initial three year contract and renewable subject to performance.

    Other requirements that a successful candidate will be required to possess are:

  • A valid Police Clearance Certificate (Certificate of good conduct) from directorate of Criminal Investigation;
  • A Clearance Certificate by Higher Educational Loans Board
  • A Clearance Certificate by Credit Reference Bureau
  • Certificate of tax compliance from Kenya Revenue Authority
    Rift Valley Water Services Board is an equal opportunity employer and respects diversity. Without sacrificing merit people living with disability are encouraged to apply.

    How to apply

    If you possess the attributes for the Chief Executive Officer , please submit your application including your CV, Remuneration Expectations, day and evening telephone numbers by 13th March, 2018 to;

    The Chairman,
    Rift Valley Water Services Board
    P. O. BOX 2451-20100
    NAKURU


    For more information and job application details, see; Rift Valley Water Services Board Chief Executive Officer Job Ref. RWB/HR/CEO/01/2018 Vacancies in Kenya

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