Deputy Director, Water Services (Principal Superintending Engineer (Water) - 2 Positions at County Government of Kericho

Duties and Responsibilities

• Participating in preparation of professional and quality standards for construction of water supply and sewerage infrastructure;
• Implement policies and programs on water and Sanitation project;
• Preparing feasibility studies, final designs and validation of bill of quantities for water and sanitation projects;
• Developing project proposals;
• Preparation of project drawings, cost estimates, and Bill of Quantities for water and sanitation projects;
• Supervising the construction of water and sewerage works undertaken directly or by contract;
• Advice on issuance of certificate of project completion;
• Carry out structural integrity surveys and analysis of test results.
• Monitoring the implementation of projects according to work plans to ensure quality assurance and outputs;
• Formulating, monitoring and evaluating physical and financial progress of development projects and programs;
• Verifying technical tender documents on water supply and sewerage infrastructure;
• Formulating water pricing policies and strategies for rural and urban water and waste water systems;
• Formulation and development of resource mobilization tools;
• Prepare County Development plans formulation, implementation and evaluations for the Department;
• Oversee management of entrusted County Resources;
• Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements for Appointment

• Bachelors of Science degree in Civil/ Water Engineering from a recognized institution;
• Be registered by Engineers Registration Board of Kenya as an Engineer and in good standing;
• Be a member of the Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK);
• Master’s degree in any of the following areas; Civil/Water Engineering from a recognized institution is an added advantage;
• Must have served in the position of Chief Superintending Engineer Water and Sewerage for a minimum period of three (5) years;
• Must have attended Strategic Leadership Management Programme (SLDP) or an equivalent programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;
• Must have demonstrated general administrative ability required for direction, control and implementation of water and sewerage engineering programs and projects;
• Knowledge in Computer Aided Designs;
• Satisfy the requirements of chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

Key Competencies and Skills

• Strong mentoring and Coaching skills
• Stakeholder engagement skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Innovative skills
• Good Interpersonal skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills