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

VISION A prosperous county in economic, social and political development with residents enjoying high quality of life. MISSION To foster equitable and sustained socio-economic development through effective and efficient mobilization and utilization of available resources. ADMINISTRATIVE UNITS The county is composed of six Constituencies, 15 administrative divisions namely: Ainamoi,Belgut, Kabianga, Bureti, Roret, Cheborge, Sigowet and Soin. Other Admibnistrative Divisions are: Kunyak, Chilchila, Kamasian, Kipkelion, Londiani, Sorget and Chepseon. These are further su-devided into 85 locations that are further sub-divided into 209 sub-locations. It covers an area of2,479 sq. km.

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

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