Director, Irrigation Management (DIM) at National Irrigation Authority (NIA)

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.