Infrastructure Specialist at National Employment Authority (NEA)

Job Purpose

• The Infrastructure Specialist will be responsible for coordinating the implementation of all infrastructure related activities under sub-components 1.2 and 2.2. 2.

Key Responsibilities

• Planning and Design of Sustainable Infrastructure Coordinate the preparation and implementation of sub-catchment management plans (SCMPs) by the WRUAs in collaboration with the Water Resource Management Authority (WRMA) and Water Services Trust Fund (WSTF) and other relevant stakeholders. Coordinate the preparation of the work plans and budgets, and progress reports for the relevant sub-component/ activities.
• Infrastructure Implementation, Operation and Maintenance and Quality Assurance Monitor the implementation of SCMPs and facilitate joint action by the relevant implementing parties when such plans cut across sub-counties and counties. Coordinate the implementation of water and irrigation related interventions. In collaboration with the Agronomist, Livestock Specialist and Agribusiness Development Specialist, coordinate the implementation of market and road infrastructure and related interventions. Ensure compliance with high professional and technical standards by implementers in the design and implementation of water and market infrastructure development activities.
• Facilitate sensitization and training of communities with respect to their roles and responsibilities as regards operations and management of the developed infrastructures under the present and planned legislative framework Support implementing County Departmental Heads and other technical personnel, to determine practical interventions for protection and optimal use of the developed infrastructure.
• Environmental and Social Safeguards Compliance Coordinate, with relevant parties such as KFS and KWS, the preparation and implementation of remedial actions for environmental hotspots that impact on point sources of water. Coordinate the assessment of water resources in the sub-basins, and the development of the water resources management plan for each sub-basin.
• Other Duties Undertake any other duties assigned by the NPC.

Academic Qualifications/Professional Skills/Expertise:    

• A Bachelor’s degree in Water Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field from a recognized university. Mandatory and valid registration with the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) as a Professional Engineer.

Applicable Professional Experience

• At least 7 (Seven) experience in planning, design and implementation of infrastructure schemes especially related to water, energy, and markets.
• Proven experience in donor-funded projects and public procurement processes.
• Competencies and Skills Familiarity with environmental safeguards and climate-resilient infrastructure.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and stakeholder coordination skills. Proficiency in engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D) and MS Office.