Director Water and Irrigation Services at County Government of Kirinyaga

Duties & 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.

Job Requirements

• Be a Kenyan citizen.
• Possess a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: – Irrigation Engineering, Soil, Water and Environmental Engineering, Hydrology & Water Resources Management, Civil Engineering, Agricultural Engineering or any other related field.
• Master’s degree in the relevant discipline from a recognized institution is an added advantage.
• Relevant working experience in water and irrigation for a minimum of ten (10) years in the private sector or served in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service.
• Demonstrate a high degree of administrative capability, technical and professional competence as reflected in work performance and results.
• Be registered with Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) or Kenya Engineering Technology Registration Board (KETRB)
• Good public relations and resource mobilization skills.
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.