Director of Water and Irrigation at County Government of Nyeri

Reports to the Chief Officer, Department of Water, Environment and Climate Change Services. The officer will be responsible for the following:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinating and management of water and irrigation projects in the county.
• Carrying out feasibility studies and research activities for various aspects of water, sewerages, and hydraulic systems.
• Supervising the construction of water and sewerage works undertaken directly or by contract.
• Formulating standards for irrigation and water management.
• Interpreting and guiding the implementation of policies and programmes for irrigation and water management.
• Establishing Irrigation and Water Management Information Systems for effective decision-making, organizing and facilitating irrigation and water management training programmes.
• Participating in all budget-making processes and implementation regarding water and irrigation.
• Overseeing the preparation of work plans, BQs, development plans, and their implementation.
• Performing any other departmental-related duties signed by the supervisor.

Requirements for Appointment:

• Be a Kenyan citizen (attach ID).
• Possess a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Irrigation Engineering, Hydrology & Water Resources Management, Civil Engineering, Agricultural Engineering or any other related field.
• Possess a Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Relevant working experience of a minimum of ten (10) years in the private sector or served in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period of seven (7) years.
• Must have attended a Senior Management Course in a recognized institution for not less than four (4) weeks, which will be an added advantage.
• Demonstrate a high degree of administrative capability, technical and professional competence as reflected in work performance and results.
• Good public relations and resource mobilization skills.
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on leadership and integrity.