Principal Engineer at Tana Water Works Development Agency (TWWDA)

Job Purpose

The Officer is responsible for coordinating, overseeing, executing and assisting in all technical matters related to technical planning, design and implementation of water and sanitation services so as to ensure access to safe water to all stakeholders in the Agency Area.

Duties and responsibilities entail;

1. Oversee projects conception, design and initial project specifications and manage scheduling, estimating and securing materials;
2. Conduct engineering studies and investigations and prepare reports for the Agency;
3. Development of water and sanitation infrastructure;
4. Coordinating and supervising implementation of activities under special programmes;
5. Managing of contracted technical services;
6. Monitoring of existing water and sanitation infrastructure
7. Implementing resettlement action plans (RAP).
8. Provide engineering guidance to other departments and divisions;
9. Train new Engineers and keep abreast of industry trends and issues; and
10. Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Person specification

For appointment to this position, a candidate must have: -

1. At least eight (8) years’ work experience.
2. Bachelor of science degree in Civil  
3.  or Water Engineering or Bio-systems and Agricultural engineering (majoring in water resources and supplies) or related field from a recognized university.
4. Registered Engineer.
5. Professional qualification and membership.
6. Management course from a recognized institution.
7. Proficiency in computer applications.
8. Meets the requirements of Chapter six of the constitution.
9. Masters degree in the above mentioned bachelors degree will be an added advantage.

Key Competencies and skills

1. Supervisory skills.
2. Report writing skills.
3. Good interpersonal skills.
4. Good communication skills.
5. Analytical skills.