Geologist at Kiambu County Government

Duties and Responsibilities.

• Coordinate the exploration /Study the Earth’s structure and natural processes Across the county and advise on the viability of underground water in various wards;
• Coordinate the collection and analysis of data and report findings;
• Be responsible for presenting geological findings at county – related conferences or workshops;
• Coordinate all site investigations;
• Oversee the supervision of complex work locations;
• Coordinate the gathering of data for hydrologic, geologic, and alternative databases;
• Create visualizations for sharing data, including maps, groundwater modelling, soil analyses, and mineral charts;
• Monitor the Implement projects and programmes as per the Strategic Plan;
• monitoring and review of groundwater programme implementation and taking corrective action;
• Participate in departmental budget working groups;
• Advice the principal superintendent on costs of projects, scheduling of expenditure consistent the organization work plan procurement plans and performance contract;
• Support in relevant documentation for processing works payments;
• Participate in the development of the Centre's Strategic and Work Plans;
• Assist of quality control in projects;
• Communicate ground water resources available and needs within areas of jurisdiction;
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and borehole projects and other ground water programs; 

Requirements for Appointment 

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology or a related qualification from a recognized University;
• Must have general experience of 5 years in geology in the water sector;
• Computer literate; 
• A training in various geo - engineering design soft wares will be an added advantage
• Knowledge in Geo- engineering design software’s;
• Knowledge of relevant groundwater legislation (Water act);
• knowledge of drilling techniques and standards;
• Fulfills the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution