Job Description
Developing, implementing and evaluating strategic plans, programmes and projects in collaboration with other Departments and stakeholders.
Preparing professional and quality standards for construction of water supply and sewerage infrastructure;
Overseeing the construction of water and sewerage works undertaken directly or by contractors.
Planning and supervising the programmes and activities.
Organizing, directing, controlling and the co-coordinating the functions of the department.
Interpreting and applying National and County laws and other related statutes in the department in line with the County goals and objectives.
Developing appropriate County departmental policies, legal and institutional frameworks for the implementation of the mandate of the Division.
Handling administrative, Human Resource and asset management issues.
Overseeing preparation of annual work plans and financial budgets.Ensuring strict compliance with all financial, budgetary and procurement procedures.
Co-coordinating production, documentation and dissemination of the relevant division’s information.
Providing advice and guidance in recruiting, hiring and staff development.
Performing other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the Chief Officer.
Qualifications
Be a Kenyan Citizen
Be a holder of at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or any other relevant field from a recognized university in Kenya
A Master’s degree in the relevant field will be an added advantage
Be registered by Engineers Registration Board of Kenya as an Engineer
Have current valid annual Practicing License from the Engineers Registration Board of Kenya
Be a member of the Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK)
Have relevant knowledge and experience of not less than seven (7) years in a senior Public service or the Private sector
Demonstrate a high degree of professional and technical competence as reflected in work performance and results
Demonstrate general administrative ability required for direction, control and implementation of water and sewerage engineering programs and projects
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of devolution, the County Development objectives and Vision 2030
Be conversant with Policy formulation and implementation
Be a strategic thinker and result oriented.
Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on leadership and integrity
Have certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution.
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