Tanathi Water Services Board is a State Corporation under the Ministry of Water and Irrigation created under Section 51 of the Water Act, 2002 vide Legal Notice No. 69 dated 4th June, 2008.

The Board has the legal mandate of ensuring efficient and economical provision of water services within its area of jurisdiction which covers Kajiado, Makueni, Machakos and Kitui Counties.

The Board is now seeking to recruit suitable candidates to fill the following positions:

Project Engineer (2 No.)

Job Responsibilities

Planning and design of water & sewerage infrastructuresPreparation of proposals for investment planPreparation of proposals to donors for fundingEvaluation of proposals for tender documentsSupervision of consultancy Services.Supervision of civil engineering worksPreparation of payment certificatesReview of consultant certificatesFacilitation of appraisal missionsAdhering to design and construction standardsDeveloping new water & sewerage schemesFeasibility studies( Carrying out) and supervision of ProjectsMonitoring & Evaluation of projects.Project appraisal & proposals formulationInstitutional support to WSPs/ community schemesAny other duties as may be assigned from time to time.Must have a University degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized Institution.At least 10 years experience in a busy organization, 4 years of which must have served in a Senior Management positionExperience in management of water and sanitation services which include project planning, design, monitoring and implementation of contracts and knowledge of water sector reformsProven and demonstrated leadership, integrity , managerial and administrative skillsEffective interpersonal, communication and negotiation skillsProficiency in AUTOCADProven ability to work under minimum supervision.A registered Engineer with ERB and corporate member of IEK will be an added advantage.Aged 35 years and aboveFinance Officer

Job Responsibilities
Efficient accounting systemsEfficient utilization of resourcesMaintenance of accurate accounting recordsEnsuring timely and accurate preparation of the payrollInputting data into computer systemsAnalyzing performance in terms of revenue and expenditurePreparing accounting statements as requiredSafe custody of accountable documentsEnsuring timely remittance of the statutory requirements to various bodies e.g. KRA, NHIF, SACCOs, RBA e.t.c.Recording cash books and ledgers and ensuring accuracy of the sameEnsuring that cash/ cheque received is banked as per approved proceduresEnsuring preparation of accurate payment vouchersPerforming any other duties as may be assigned from time to timeUnder graduate Degree in Finance, economics and Accounting or its equivalentCPA (K)Registered member of ICPAKExperience 10 yearsAged 35 years and aboveProcurement Officer

Job Responsibilities

Manage the procurement / supplies and all the related processesCoordinate the procurement planning through liaison with respective departmental headsProcure goods and services for all departmentsPrepare tendering documents and /or quotationsprepare reports for the tender committeeProcess tenders and ensure compliance with procurement proceduresMaintain a list of preferred/ approved suppliersEnsure Security and proper management of procurement documents.Ensure value for money by observing professional and ethical procurement practicesInitiating linkages among Institutions in implementation of education for sustainable development (ESD) in the project area.Carry out any other duties as assigned from time to timeBachelor’s degree in Commerce (Supplies management option) or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or their equivalent.Must be a member of Kenya Institute of Supplies Management or Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supplies.Shown merit and professional competence as reflected in work performance and results.Good leadership, good communication and interpersonal skills.Served satisfactorily in a comparable position in a reputable institution with at least 3 years experience.Supervisory/ management skillsProficiency in Computer applications.Interested candidates who meet the prescribed job requirements for the positions should forward their application enclosing copies of the following:
Academic, professional certificates and testimonialsDetailed curriculum vitae including details of telephone contacts, e-mail address, current position and remuneration.Name and contacts of three referees to,The Chief Executive Officer
Tanathi Water Services Board
K.I.D.P Building
Kalawa Road,
Private Bag-90200,
Kitui-Kenya

Telefax: +254 044-4422416

Email: tanathiwsb@gmail.com

Website: http://www.tanathi.go.ke/

So as to be received on or before 7th October 2011 at 4:00 pm

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