Jobs and Vacancies in Kenya – LVSWSB

Lake Victoria South Water Services

Board (LVSWSB) was established on 12th March 2004 vide gazette notice No.1714

under the Water Act 2002 as a State Corporation.

It is responsible for the provision

of efficient and economical Water and Sanitation Services in Kisumu, Kericho, Bomet,

Kisii, Nyamira, Migori, Homa Bay, Siaya and some parts of Nandi and Narok

Counties.

The Board wishes to recruit

self-driven, result oriented and qualified individuals to fill the following

vacant posts:

Planning and Design Manager 

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be

reporting to the Chief Manager Technical Services and be responsible for:

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Carrying out planning and design of

water and sanitation projects and preparation of tender documents.

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Ensuring growth and sustainability of

water and sanitation projects by developing strategies and proposals for

improvement or development of new ones.

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Carrying out project identification,

feasibility study and project appraisals

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Assist in developing strategic and

business plans for the Board and other stakeholders

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Developing project proposals for the

Board and other stake holders

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Developing project implementation

cost estimates for use in sourcing for project funds.

·        
Coordinating, monitoring and

reporting on project implementation progress and timely achievement of set

targets.

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Providing technical assistance to

various stakeholders in water and sanitation project planning, design and

implementation.

For appointment to this position the

successful candidate must:-

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Have a Bachelor of Science Degree in

civil Engineering or its equivalent from a recognized University

·        
Have at least 6 years’ experience in

water and sanitation project planning, design, implementation and management,

with at least two years’ experience in a management position.

·        
Have experience in contract

management.

·        
Be a registered Engineer with ERB.

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Experience in managing engineering

design office or in charge of design team will be an added advantage

·        
Knowledge of AutoCAD or other

engineering design Software.

·        
Have strong writing and communication

skills in English.

·        
Meet the requirements of Chapter Six

of the Constitution on integrity and leadership. Please attach copies of

compliance certificates from KRA, EACC and HELB and certificate of good conduct

from the Kenya Police.

Requirements

for appointment

For appointment to this post the

successful candidate must:-

·        
Have at least a Bachelor of Science

degree in Civil Engineering or its equivalent from a recognized university.

·        
A master’s degree in relevant field

will be an added advantage.

·        
Have at least 3 years’ experience in

water and sewerage project design, project management, project supervision and

contract management.

·        
Be a team player

·        
Have knowledge of AutoCAD or any

other engineering design Software

·        
Be able to prepare timely reports.

·        
Meet the requirements of Chapter Six

of the Constitution on integrity and leadership. Please attach copies of

compliance certificates from KRA, EACC and HELB and certificate of good conduct

from the Kenya Police.

Duties and

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be

required to perform the following duties:-

·        
Planning, designing and implementing

water and sanitation projects.

·        
Design of cost effective models for

water appropriation, storage, purification and distribution.

·        
Preparation of contract documents for

water and sanitation projects.

·        
Supervision and monitoring of project

implementation to ensure that design and construction requirements are

maintained.

·        
Assist in developing project

proposals.

·        
Management of contractual works and

preparation of project payments.

·        
Ensuring compliance with

environmental and other statutory requirements.

·        
Updating and managing board asset

inventory

Electro-Mechanical

Engineer

Required

skills and Qualifications

For appointment to this position the

successful candidate should:-

·        
Have at least a Bachelor of Science

degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or its equivalent qualifications

from a recognized University.

·        
Have at least 6 years’ experience in

design, installation and operations and maintenance of electro-mechanical

works.

·        
Have demonstrated professional

competence in management and performance of electromechanical duties including

installations of electro / mechanical works.

·        
Be a registered Engineer with ERB.

·        
Knowledge of engineering design

Software will be an added advantage.

·        
He/she should have knowledge in

public procurement procedures.

·        
Be able to prepare timely reports

·        
Meet the requirements of Chapter Six

of the Constitution on integrity and leadership. Please attach copies of

compliance certificates from KRA, EACC and HELB and certificate of good conduct

from the Kenya Police.

Key Duties and

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be

reporting to the Chief Manager Technical services and be responsible for:-

·        
Ensure proper design, installation,

operation and maintenance of electro-mechanical works.

·        
Ensure that electro mechanical

equipment such as pumps, electrical panels, motors are acquired and installed

in conformity with the required technical specifications.

·        
Ensure that electro-mechanical

equipment are operated and maintained as required.

·        
Updating and maintenance of

electro-mechanical asset register.

·        
Undertake condition and performance

assessment of electro-mechanical installation at water utilities.

·        
Provide technical support on

operation and maintenance of electro-mechanical installations to staff at water

utilities.

·        
Provide any other project engineering

support services.

Reporting to the Administration

Officer, the successful candidates will perform the following duties;

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Driving Board motor vehicles as

authorized.

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Carrying out routine checks on the

vehicle’s cooling system, oil, electrical, tyre pressure and break systems.

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Detecting and reporting any

malfunctioning of the vehicle’s systems.

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Ensuring the security and safety of

the vehicle on and off road, including safety of passengers and goods therein.

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Maintain cleanliness and overall

vehicle maintenance and management.

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Ensuring timely renewal of vehicle

insurance and road licenses

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Maintenance of work ticket (s) for

vehicle (s) assigned.

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Manage vehicle resources such as

fuel, tools and any other items allocated from time to time.

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Assist in carrying out any other

office duties which may be assigned from time to time.

Required

skills and Qualifications

For appointment to his post the

successful candidate must:-

·        
Have at least Kenya Certificate of

Secondary Education (KCSE) with a mean grade of D plain.

·        
Have ability to communicate well in

English and Kiswahili

·        
Be in possession of a valid driving

license free from any current endorsement (s) for class B-C-E

·        
Have valid certificate of Good

Conduct from the Kenya Police.

·        
Have a minimum experience of five (5)

years accident free driving.

·        
Have excellent team working skills,

high Integrity/honesty, obedient, time conscious and able to work for long

hours.

·        
Be below 45 years of age

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Possession of basic mechanical skills

will be an added advantage.

If you meet the requirements for the

post, please send your application attaching detailed Curriculum vitae, copies

of academic/professional certificates and testimonials stating your current

position, remuneration and telephone contact by 29th November 2017 to

The Chief Executive Officer,
Lake Victoria South Water Services Board,
Lavictors House Off-Ring Road Milimani,
P. O. Box 3325 – 40100
Kisumu.

LVSWSB is an equal opportunity

employer: Persons with disability, women, minority and marginalized groups are

encouraged to apply.

We are committed to the eradication

of all forms of corruption in the Board.

Email: info@lvswaterboard.go.ke

Website: www.lvwswaterboard.go.ke