003 ASSISTANT DIRECTOR GOVERNANCE KWT 4:
Job Descriptions
An Officer in this grade will be reporting to Deputy Director- Protection, Conservation and Rehabilitation and will be responsible for:-
Coordination of security of the water towers for ecosystem governance and protection;
Resolving conflicts of various actors within the water towers under jurisdiction;
Coordinating gazettement of catchment lands;
Preparation of quarterly and annual status reports;
Overseeing zonation, recovery and rehabilitation of critical water catchment areas and biodiversity hotspots;
Providing guidelines on condition of use, control and recovery of encroached catchment areas;
Formulating management standards for sustainable use in water towers;
Mentoring and coaching of officers under him/her.
For appointment to this grade a candidate must:-
Job specifications
Have a Master’s degree in Public Administration, Public Policy and Conflict Resolution or in any other related field;
Be in possession of a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields:- Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science, Public Administration, Social Science or any other related field;
Para military training is mandatory;
Have attended a management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks
Have relevant computer applications skills
Demonstrate communication and leadership skills
Demonstrate understanding of international treaties and conventions on natural resource management;
Demonstrate a clear understanding of the Kenya Water Agency Strategic Plan, the Kenya Vision 2030 and related National development goals
Have at least six (6) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which must be at a senior management position.
Postgraduate studies in Environmental Management is an added advantage
Meet the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya on Leadership and Integrity.
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