Lake Victoria South Water Services Board Job Vacancies

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Principal Engineer – 2 Positions

Job Specification
The duties and responsibilities at this level will involve: –

• Design water and sanitation projects;
• Administration and supervision ofprojects;
• Advice on issuance of certificate of project completion;
• Estimate costs for water and sanitation projects;
• Participate in preparation of tender documents;
• Participate in evaluation of tenders;
• Participate in the implementation of the performance management system in the section;
• Assist in compiling projectstechnicalreportson design, implementation, and maintenance;
• Implement policies and programs on water and Sanitation project designs;
• Prepare technicalreports, designs and estimates drawings;
• Develop resource mobilization and business proposal; and
• Carry out structural integrity surveys and analysis of test results.

Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade a candidate must have/be; –

• At least Eight (8) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which must be in a supervisory position.
• Master’s degree in Civil/Water/Structural Engineering or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Water/Structural Engineering from a recognized institution.
• Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
• Professional Development in a relevant field.
• Member of Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK).
• Registered Engineer with the Engineers Board of Kenya.
• Proficiency in relevant computer applications.

Key Competencies and Skills

• Strong mentoring and Coaching skills
• Stakeholder engagementskills
• Strong analytical skills
• Innovative skills
• Good Interpersonalskills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

LVSWWDA/PE/2024/01

Principal Officer, Resource Mobilization – 1 Position

Job Specification
The duties and responsibilities at this level will involve:

• Participate in development of policies, regulations and operational guidelines and strategies on resource mobilization;
• Coordinate fundraising activities such as donor briefings;
• Conduct evaluation of proposals from organizations and recommend to donors for funding;
• Participate in the development and review of policies, guidelines, regulations and strategy for engagement and maintenance of partnerships and funding procedures;
• Coordinate development of the Council’s mobilization strategy;

Person Specification
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have/be;

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the fields; business Administration Economics, Finance, Marketing and Social Sciences;
• Professional Development in a relevant field;
• A minimum period of eight (8) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which should be in supervisory position;
• Membership where applicable;
• Demonstrated results in work performance.

Key Competencies and Skills

• Team player and ability to work in a collaborative manner
• Good interpersonal skills and leadership skills
• Good communication and negotiation skills
• Strong report writing and presentation skills

LVSWWDA/PRMO/2024/02

Principal Officer, Corporate Communications – 1 Position

Job Description
Duties and responsibilities entail;

• Incorporating online tools and in-person networking to create relationships and ultimately build the Agency’s brand, both online and offline
• Content creation – writing blog posts, articles, newsletters, communications materials, and material for social media channels.
• Social media marketing – creating, managing and growing the Agency’s presence through blogs, Twitter, Facebook, and other strategically relevant online properties.
• Events and event planning – attending industry events and planning meetups for LVSWWDA leadership.
• Managing incoming media requests and building relationships with industry journalists; creating, executing and measuring media campaigns.
• Responsible to overlook the customer support – collecting reports, and forwarding clients feedbacks to the management.
• Managing any online feedback forums.
• Implement strategic communications plans and to provide local market insight for the authorities public-facing communications.
• Analytics – Using Google analytics and other measurement tools to provide reports on metrics, and continually find ways to improve on those metrics through testing and new initiatives.
• Work with journalists, media producers, editors and strategic influencers.
• Gathering information and programmes and significant events in a specific LVSWWDA Cluster area.
• Responsible for scheduling media interviews.
• Assist in developing media plans, distribute and follow up media releases, book interviews and respond to media request.

Person Specification
For appointment to this grade an officer must have/be:

• A minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in relevant work experience three (3) of which should have been at the level of supervisory level.
• Master’s Degree in Public relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, International relations or any other equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Public relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing,
• International relations or any other equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
• Professional qualification and membership to a professional body where applicable
• Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
• Proficiency in computer applications.

LVSWWDA/POCC/2024/03

Principal Information Communication Technology Officer – 1 Position

Duties and responsibilities entail;

• Installing and maintaining computersystems;
• Analyzing, designing, coding, testing and implementing computer programs;
• Configuring LocalArea Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN);
• Providing user support;
• Configuring Local Area Network and Wide Area Network;
• Developing and updating application systems;
• Carrying outsystems analysis, design and programme specifications in liaison with users;
• Drawing up hardware specifications for Information Communication Technology equipment;
• User and Systems Support and Logging of incidents;
• Verifying,validating andcertifyingInformationCommunicationTechnology equipment;
• Ensuring effective working of systems for efficientservice delivery;
• Configuring new Information Communication Technology equipment; and
• Implementing systems and network security.

Person Specification
For appointment to this grade an officer must have:

• A minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in relevant work in the Public Service or in the Private Sector with at least three (3) years’ experience in a supervisory role;
• Master’s Degree in any ofthe following disciplines: -Information Technology, Computer Science, Business IT, Software Engineering, ICT Project Management, Computer Engineering or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution.
• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields: Information Technology,
• Computer Science, Business IT, Software Engineering, ICT Project Management, Computer Engineering orits equivalentqualification from a recognized Institution.
• At least any two (2) certifications from relevant professional bodies in either CCNP, CDCP, CCNA Cloud, CCNA Industrial/IoT, CCNA, MCSE, MCSA, MCSD, N+, A+ OCA, CISSP, Linux+, Network+, Microsoft Certified IT
• Professional (MCITP), CISA, CISM, CGEIT or other equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
• CISA Membership or an equivalent ICT professional body.
• Management course of notless than four (4) weeksfrom a recognizedinstitution
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
• Proficiency in computer applications;

Key Competencies and Skills

• Strong Analytical skills
• Strategic thinking
• Strong communication and reporting skills
• Strong managerial skills and ability to lead teams
• Strong mentoring and coaching skills
• Strong Interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Ability to work with minimum Supervision

LVSWWDA/PICTO/2024/04

Senior Internal Auditor – 1 Position

Job Specification
The duties and responsibilities at this level will involve:

• Providing inputs for the update of policies and procedures for the Department;
• Developing individual audit engagement plan and ensure implementation;
• Reviewing and evaluating the system of internal controls, assess their adequacy, effectiveness and proposing recommendation for their improvement;
• Safeguarding the Board’s assets by establishing appropriate means of verifying their existence, ownership and valuation;
• Preparing draft audit reports on completion of each audit engagement for review by the Principal Internal auditor;
• Assisting in establishing a follow up mechanism on recommendations received from all internal and external audits; and
• Undertaking special audit / investigations.

Person Specification
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have/be: –

• A minimum period of four (4) years relevant work experience;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines; Accounting, Finance or Business Administration (Finance and Accounting option) or relevant field from a recognized university;
• Passed Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (K) or its equivalent;
• A registered member of ICPAK in good standing;
• Proficient in computer application skills;
• Supervisory course lasting not less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution.

Key Competencies and Skills

• Strong communication and reporting skills
• Attention to detail and quality orientation skills;
• Problem solving and analytical skills;
• Interpersonal and negotiation skills; and
• Professionalism.

LVSWWDA/SIA/2024/05

Water Quality Officer – 1 Position

Job Specification
The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail assisting in: –

• Carrying out all water quality and pollution control activities;
• Carrying out water quality and pollution control analysis and prepare reports;
• Liaising with other institutions on water quality and pollution control; maintenance of scientific instruments;
• Supervision, evaluation and co-ordination of laboratory work;
• Testing, standardization and development of laboratory working techniques and Advising clients on possible remedial and correct uses of materials under test;
• Supervising, guiding, training and development of junior staff working under him/her.
• Monitor compliance of discharges to set national regulations and standards.

Person Specification

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or any other equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Membership of a relevant professional Body;
• Proficiency in relevant computer applications;

Key Competencies and Skills

• Coaching skills,
• Stakeholder engagement skills
• Analytical Skills
• Innovative Skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Strong communication skills.

Senior Accountant – 1 Position

Job Specification
The duties and responsibilities at this level will involve: –

• Verifying vouchers and committal documents in accordance with laid down rules and regulations;
• Maintaining primary records such as cashbooks, ledgers, vote books and registers;
• Ensuring safe custody of Agency records and assets under him/her;
• Preparing budgets and financial reports;
• Receiving duly processed payments and receipt vouchers;
• Balancing and reconciling cash books on daily basis;
• Facilitating withdrawal of cash for office use and ensuring safety of the same at all times;
• Preparation of Bank reconciliations;
• Extracting and providing cash liquidity analysis; and
• Ensuring security of cheques and cheque books.

Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have/be:

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option), Business Administration (Accounting option) from a recognized institution or any other relevant equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Passed Part III of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination;
• A minimum period of six (6) years relevant work experience three (3) of which should be in supervisory position;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Demonstrated competence in work performance and results;

Key Competencies and Skills

• Strong analytical skills
• Strong Communication and reporting skills
• Team player
• Good Coaching skills

Senior Supply Chain Management Officer – 1 Position

Job Specification
Duties and responsibilities entail;

• Implementing the annual procurement and disposal plans;
• Providing secretariat to committees’ incidental to procurement of goods and services, and disposal of assets;
• Ensuring procured goods, services and works are as per specifications;
• Drafting contract documents for goods, works and services;
• Initiating request for payment for goods, works and services rendered and follow up to ensure settlement; and
• Carrying out market surveys to ensure the Agency obtains value for money.

Person Specification
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have/be; –

• Four (4) years relevant work experience in public or private institution;
• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Procurement and Supplies Management, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• A certificate in supervisory course lasting not less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications
• A Member of professional body either KISM or CIPS in good standing;
• Demonstrated results in work performance.

 LVSWWDA/PMU/04

Method of Application

Upon granting an offer for employment, successful candidates will be required to satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of Kenya Constitution 2010 by presenting copies of the following documents: Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations; Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board; Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority; Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission; and Report from an Approved Credit Reference Bureau.

Applications clearly marked with the position reference and title and including a detailed Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of academic and professional certificates, testimonials, day time telephone number, names and addresses of three (3) professional referees should be sent to the address below to be received on or before 8th March 2024:

Chief Executive Officer, Lake Victoria South Water Works Development Agency, Lavictors House Off-Ring Road Milimani, P. O. Box 3325 – 40100, KISUMU

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