Career Opportunities at Kenya Water Institute (KEWI)

ADVERT NO. EXT/06/05/2023 

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Continuously reviewing and assessing operational, financial management systems, policies, procedures, and guidelines and recommend improvements;
• Undertaking financial audits to assess compliance with set standards and specifications; 
• Gathering, collating and analyzing financial data and reports to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of funds utilization;
• Conducting post audit reviews;
• Carrying out risk assessment and evaluation as part of the audit process; preparing and submitting periodic audit reports to the Director;
• Coordinating Internal Auditors works; 
• Interpreting financial policies for sound auditing principles/practices and control;
• Developing and implementing audit plans; undertaking special audit investigations as may be required from time to time;
• Ensuring risk assessment and developing risk management guidelines as well as fraud investigation strategy;
• Setting up and implementing systems in accordance with International Auditing Standards. The Internal Auditor will also develop, Implement and audit work programmes in line with set targets and annual work plans. 

Job Specifications 
For appointment to this scale, a candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Served in the scale of Senior Auditor or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period of four (4) years;
• Have passed Part III of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA (K) Examination or its recognized equivalent professional qualifications from a recognized Institution;
• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option), Business Administration (Accounting option) from a recognized institution or any other relevant equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Master’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; 
• Have attended an auditing/risk management course or its equivalent from a recognized Institution; 
• Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications including Accounts related packages;
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution

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ADVERT NO. EXT/ 07/05/2023

SCALE KW3 – (1 POST)

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Ensuring expenditure controls and payments;
• Maintaining an up to date books of accounts;
• Maintaining asset register;
• Preparing all financial reconciliations;
• Assisting in the preparation of management accounts;
• Preparing financial reports;
• Reviewing expenditure returns from the county and departments;
• Preparing budgets;
• Accounting for funds disbursed to the Institute;
• Preparing management and statutory reports including final accounts;
• Assisting in the development of supplementary financial regulations and procedures to enhance internal controls established through Treasury regulations and procedures;
• Ensuring compliance with the National Treasury regulations and procedures;
• Authorizing payments and signing of cheques subject to set limits;
• Supervising, training and development of accounts staff;
• Setting targets for the accounts staff and evaluating achievements.

Job Specifications
For appointment to this scale, a candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Served in the scale of Principal Accountant, KW4 or a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period of four (4) years;
• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option), have passed Part III of Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination or its recognized equivalent from a recognized Institution;
• Have a Master’s degree in any of the following: Commerce, Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or their equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Be registered with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) and Registration of Accountants Board (RAB);
• Have demonstrated professional competence in Accounts work as reflected in work performance and results;
• Have a clear understanding of the Mandate of KEWI and the role of finance and accounts work in achievement of the same.
• Certificate in computer applications;
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results;
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution

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ADVERT NO. EXT/ 08/05/2023

Duties and responsibilities entail to: 

• Develop human resource strategy; 
• Develop and constantly review the Institute terms and conditions of service to ensure that they provide competitive employment practice and motivate staff; 
• Coordinate organizational development and job reviews with a view of developing job requirements to support the organizational and personal development; 
• Manage the recruitment function and provide human resource skills and competencies;
• Develop and manage welfare of the Institute and other incentive schemes such as medical, employee insurance and other health and safety requirements; 
• Develop and monitor implementation of the Institute’s performance management process; 
• Regularly review remuneration policy and structure and advice as appropriate; 
• Analyzing the staffing levels and making proposals for succession planning;
• Analyzing utilization of human resources in the Institute and advising on proper deployment; 
• Analyzing staff progression and making proposals for career development; 
• Ensuring the correct interpretation and implementation of human resource regulations including those relating to pensions, salary administration, labour laws and other statutes relating to human resource management. 

Job Specifications
For appointment to this scale, a candidate must meet the following requirements:

• At least ten (10) years’ relevant work experience; 
• Have served in the scale of Principal Human Resource and Administrative Officer KW4 or a comparable and relevant position in a reputable organization for a minimum period of four (4) years; 
• Be in possession of a Master’s degree in Human Resource Management/Industrial Relations, Public/Business Administration, Government or its equivalent recognized qualifications from a recognized Institution; 
• Relevant Professional qualification and membership, 
• Senior Management course lasting not less four (4) weeks at a recognized institution; 
• Be proficient in computer applications. 
• Fulfill the requirement of Chapter six of the constitution.

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ADVERT NO. EXT/ 09/05/2023

SCALE KW4 – (1 POST)

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Providing input into the annual procurement and disposal plans; 
• Implementing the annual procurement and disposal plans;
• Coordinating procurement and disposal activities;
• Preparing contract documents for goods, works and services; 
• Liaising with the user department to ensure effective implementation of contracts for goods, works and services; 
• Providing secretariat to committees incidental to procurement of goods and services, and disposal of assets; 
• Overseeing periodic and annual stocktaking exercise;
• Coordinating disposal of assets activities; 
• Preparing draft statutory reports to PPRA. 

Job Specifications
For appointment to this scale, a candidate must meet the following requirements;

• Have eight (8) years relevant work experience in public or private, four (4) of which must have been at a Senior Supply Chain Management Officer grade KW5 or its equivalent in a comparable position in a reputable organization;
• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Procurement and Supplies Management, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; 
• Master’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; 
• Diploma in Supplies Management or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
• A Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution; 
• Membership of professional body either KISM or CIPS in good standing; 
• Senior Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Demonstrated results in work performance; 
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

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ADVERT NO. EXT/ 10/05/2023

SCALE KW4 - (1 POST)

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Coordinating management accounting and preparation of final accounts and statements;
• Ensuring timely and proper bank reconciliation;
• Interpreting regulations of the Institute pertaining to financial control and management;
• Timely and accurate preparation of quality management reports;
• Coordinating preparation of budgets based on work plans;
• Ensuring provision of accurate timely reliable financial information as well as timely submission of annual financial statements of accounts;
• Interpretation of financial policies for sound accounting principles, practices and control and management of corporate tax, VAT and other statutory deductions.

Job Specifications
For appointment to this scale, a candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Served in the scale of Senior Accountant or in a comparable and relevant position in a reputable organization for a minimum period of four (4) years;
• Have a Master’s degree in any of the following: Commerce, Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or their equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option) and passed Part III of Certified Public Accountants (K) Examination or its recognized equivalent;
• Registered with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) and the Registration of Accountants Board (RAB);
• Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Be proficient in computer applications including Accounts related packages;
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results;
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution.

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ADVERT NO. EXT/ 11/05/2023

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Human resource planning; recruitment; appointment; discipline; industrial relations; staff welfare; and performance appraisals;
• Staff training and development;
• Assisting in design of human resource policies;
• Managing records;
• Designing and managing human resource management information system.
• Overseeing the provision of efficient office services, telephone services, registry services, office equipment and supplies, cleanliness of grounds and offices, transport services, including the drivers;
• Ensuring proper facilitation of officers travelling within and without the country;
• Coordination of prompt payment of bills;
• Guiding and training staff under him/her;
• Upkeep of institute’s assets register,
• Supervision of constructions and maintenance works,
• Developing work plans for the section;
• Monitoring and evaluating officers in the section.

Job Specifications
For appointment to this scale, a candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource/Personnel Management/Public Administration/Business Management or any other relevant qualifications from a recognized Institution;
• Master’s Degree in any of the above fields;
• Relevant Professional qualification and membership
• At least Eight (8) years’ work experience four (4) of which should have been a Senior Human Resource and Administrative Officer KW5 or its equivalents
• Attended a Senior Management course lasting not less four (4) weeks.
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
• Membership of a professional body
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution

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SCALE KW4 

ADVERT NO. EXT/ 12/05/2023

Job Description
The Principal Legal Officer, KW4 reports to the Corporation Secretary, KW3:
Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Providing legal advice to the taken by the Board;
• Drawing up contracts, agreements and other legal documents; 
• Undertaking research on different information to ensure that the Board is acting in accordance with all applicable laws; 
• Preparing Quarterly Legal Reports; 
• Preparing Board Resolutions, Action Points, Board Reports and Board Minutes;
• Identifying legal and compliance risks and issues relative to the Board’s intended actions; 
• Managing the risk exposure of the Board by ensuring compliance with all relevant statutory and regulatory requirements;
• Liaising with external lawyers on all cases filed against the Board to ensure instructions, witnesses and statements are procured on time; 
• Working with external lawyers to initiate lawsuits or to formulate a defense, to gather evidence in legal proceedings involving the Board and rendering general 55 advice relating to any legal proceedings involving the Board;
• Representing the Board in litigation matters. 

Job Specifications
For appointment to this scale, a candidate must meet the following requirements;

• Minimum of Eight (8) years relevant work experience;
• Bachelors of Laws degree from a recognized institution;
• Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Studies from the Council of Legal Education;
• Have been admitted as an advocate of the High Court Kenya;
• Have valid practicing certificate; 
• Have proficiency in computer applications; 
• Demonstrate professional competence in work performance and results;
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

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 ADVERT NO. EXT/13/05/2023 

SCALE KW4 

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Developing and implementing research and development plans, procedures and techniques;
• Assisting management and internal clients to understand the results and implications of research and development initiatives;
• Interpreting the results of research reports and recommend new products or services based on research analysis;
• Providing advice on research and development options available to the organization;
• Monitoring any developments in the research area and work out how these may affect the organization;
• Publishing results of significant research projects in various Marketing journals and periodicals;
• Developing and implement knowledge management and knowledge sharing framework in the corporation;
• Designing and implement performance monitoring system to ensure organization’s objectives and ensure targets are met;
• Preparing departmental quarterly and annual performance reports;
• Coordinating Annual Corporate performance contract evaluation exercise;
• Coordinating the development and implementation of departmental annual business plans;
• Cascading the Corporate performance Contract to the Divisional and departmental levels;
• Monitoring and evaluate implementation of the KEWI’s Divisions and departmental performance contracts.

Job Specifications
For appointment to this scale, a candidate must meet the following requirements:

• A minimum period eight of (8) years relevant work experience four (4) ofwhich should have been at the level of Senior Planning, Resource Mobilization, and Business Development Officer;
• Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Strategy, Marketing, Business Administration or any other related field from a recognized institution;
• Master’s Degree in Economics, Strategy, Marketing, Business Administration and any other related field from a recognized institution;
• Attended a Senior Management Course lasting not less four (4) weeks.
• Certificate in Monitoring and Evaluation course;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Fulfilling the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

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ADVERT NO. EXT/14/05/2023

SCALE KW 5

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Teaching specified subjects in accordance with the syllabus;
• Preparing teaching/learning materials and teaching aids;
• Setting, moderate, and marking course work / examinations
• Assisting in developing and reviewing curriculum;
• Guiding and counseling students;
• Evaluating training programmes;
• Carrying out research under the guidance of a Senior Lecturer;
• Assist in development and preparation of work plans;
• Attend and participate in seminars workshops & conferences in relevant fields;
• Participate in the department meetings and other activities for effective and efficient management of the department;
• Participate in academic trips of the department;
• Academic Adviser to students.

Job Specifications

For appointment to this scale, a candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Must have served satisfactorily in the scale of Lecturer, KW6 for a minimum period of four (4) years or served in an equivalent scale in a training/research environment;
• A Master’s degree in a relevant lecturing field in any of the following disciplines will be an added advantage: Water / Civil / Mechanical / Electrical / Irrigation Engineering, Hydrology, Geology, Hydrogeology, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Physical Sciences, Natural Sciences, Land Surveying and Social Science, Environmental Science, Education and any other relevant qualification from a recognized University;
• A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant lecturing field in any of the following disciplines: Water / Civil / Mechanical / Electrical / Irrigation Engineering, Hydrology, Geology, Hydrogeology, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Physical Sciences, Natural Sciences, Land Surveying and Social Science, Environmental Science, Education and any other relevant qualification from a recognized University;
• Certificate in Training of Trainers course;
• Computer Literacy;
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution

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SCALE KW 6

ADVERT NO. EXT/15/04/2023

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Teaching specified subjects in accordance with the syllabus; 
• Preparing teaching/learning materials and teaching aids; 
• Setting and marking course work / examinations; 
• Carrying out research under the guidance of a Senior Lecturer; 
• Assist in development and preparation of work plans; 
• Attend and participate in seminars workshops conferences etc in relevant fields; 
• Participate in the department meetings and other activities for effective and efficient management of the department. 

Job Specifications
For appointment to this scale, a candidate must meet the following requirements;

• A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant lecturing field in any of the following disciplines: Water / Civil / Mechanical / Electrical / Irrigation Engineering, Hydrology, Geology, Hydrogeology, Physical sciences, Natural Sciences, Land Surveying; Social Science, Environmental Science, Mathematics, Education and other relevant qualifications from a recognized University; 
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution; 
• Computer Literacy.

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ADVERT NO. EXT/ 16/05/2023

 SCALE KW  6

Duties and responsibilities will entail:

• Ensuring that letters are appropriately filed and marked to action officers;
• Controlling and opening of files and updating file index;
• Ensuring security of information/files in the registry;
• Up-dating and maintaining up-to-date file movement records;
• Ascertaining the general cleanliness of the registry;
• Guiding and supervising staff working under him/her;
• Ensuring security of files and documents;
• Renewing file covers;
• Ensuring proper handling of documents, pending correspondence and bring-ups;
• Receiving and dispatching letters and maintaining related registers;
• Preparing disposal schedules and disposing dead files in accordance with relevant Government regulations.

Job Specifications
For appointment to this scale, a candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Be in possession of a bachelor’s degree in Information Science/Records Management or any of the Social Sciences plus a Certificate in Records Management/Information Management or relevant equivalent qualifications from a recognized Institution;
• Be proficient in computer applications;
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution.

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SCALE KW6 

ADVERT NO. EXT/17/05/2023

Duties and responsibilities at this level entail;

• Indexing and abstracting journal articles;
• Conducting information searches from electronic data bases;
• Editing of reports;
• Newsletters and other publications;
• Selection and acquisition of information in consultation with other professionals and researchers;
• Coordinating staff work plans.

Job Specifications
For appointment to this scale, a candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Must have served satisfactorily as a Librarian KW6 for a minimum period of four (4) years or served in an equivalent grade in a comparable training environment;
• A bachelor’s degree in Library Studies or Information Science or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Shown merit and ability as exhibited in work performance;
• Proficiency in Computer applications;
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution

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ADVERT NO. EXT/18/05/2023

SCALE KW 6 

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Organizing for practical sessions in the laboratory/workshop;
• Preparing procurement plans;
• Maintaining Inventory at the laboratory;
• Requisitioning of laboratory/workshop training materials;
• Maintaining of laboratory/workshop facilities;
• Assisting in research work;
• Analyzing samples.

Job Specifications
For appointment to this scale, a candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant technical field from a recognized institution; 

OR

• HND with two years’ relevant experience in a laboratory/workshop environment;
• Have a Diploma in a relevant technical field from a recognized Institution;
• Computer Literacy;
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution.Personal Attributes
• Positive working attitude and ability to give and take instruction;
• Creativity and innovativeness;
• Professionalism and integrity;
• Interpersonal skills including being a team player;
• Good communication and interpersonal skills;

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ADVERT NO. EXT/19/05/2023 

SCALE KW6

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Designing and offering technology oriented academic programs specifications;
• Supervising preparation of computer assisted teaching materials;
• Set up workstations with computers and necessary peripheral devices (routers, printers etc.);
• Check computer hardware (HDD, mousses, keyboards etc.) to ensure functionality;
• Install and configure appropriate software and functions according to specifications;
• Provide orientation and guidance to users on how to operate new software and computer equipment;
• Organize and schedule upgrades and maintenance without deterring others from completing their work;
• Perform troubleshooting to diagnose and resolve problems (repair or replace parts, debugging etc.);
• Maintain records/logs of repairs and fixes and maintenance schedule;
• Identify computer or network equipment shortages and place orders.

Job Specifications
For appointment to this scale, a candidate must meet the following requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/ICT or Electronics/Electronic Engineering or equivalent from a recognized Institution;
• Fulfill the requirement of Chapter 6 of the Constitution.