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  • Posted: Jan 27, 2026
    Deadline: Feb 10, 2026
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  • The National Irrigation Authority (NIA), formerly known as the National Irrigation Board (NIB), was established, and incorporated as a state corporation in 1966, vide Irrigation Act, Cap 347 of the Laws of Kenya. This Act was reviewed and replaced with the Irrigation Act No 14 of 2019 which transitioned NIB to NIA. The Authority’s main objective as prov...
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    Director, Irrigation Management (DIM)

    Job Purpose:

    • Provide Strategic Leadership in the Management of Irrigation Schemes and delivery of Advisory and Extension services.

    Key Duties & Responsibilities

    • Lead the operation and maintenance of Irrigation Infrastructure to ensure optimal utilisation.
    • Oversee agribusiness development, extension services, and support to Irrigation Water Users Associations (IWUAs).
    • Coordinate formulation of irrigation management policies, standards, and incentives to attract private sector investment.
    • Oversee operational research and dissemination of irrigation technologies to enhance productivity.
    • Manage production strategies for selected enterprise value chains and husbandry services.
    • Lead data collection, analysis, and reporting on water use efficiency, crop yields, and productivity.
    • Direct performance contracting, risk management, and ISO compliance within the Directorate.

    Person Specifications:

    • Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Civil/Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural Economics, Agriculture (Agronomy/Agribusiness).
    • Relevant professional registration.
    • Minimum of 12 years’ experience, of which 5 years should be at Senior Management level.
    • Strategic Leadership Development Course (minimum 4 weeks).
    • Core Competencies: Visionary leadership, change management, analytical skills, project management, and emotional intelligence.

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    Method of Application

    MANDATORY CONSTITUTIONAL REQUIREMENTS

    All successful applicants must comply with Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya and submit valid copies of:

    • Tax Compliance Certificate (KRA)
    • Certificate of Good Conduct (DCI)
    • HELB Clearance Certificate
    • Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) Clearance
    • Credit Reference Bureau (CRB) Report
    Interested and qualified? Go to National Irrigation Authority (NIA) on delpo.co.ke to apply

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