Career Opportunities at Mombasa Water Supply and Sanitation

Duties and Responsibilities

• Implements technical goals and strategies as guided by the company’s corporate plan, mission and vision.
• Safeguards sound corporate governance by identifying risks and implementing proper controls to mitigate those risks.
• Spearheads formulation, implementation, enforcement and review of sound water and wastewater systems, policies and procedures.
• Proactively develop and implement technical proposals and solutions for continuous growth and development of the water and wastewater network and delivery mechanisms.
• Oversees planning and coordination of development of quality infrastructure, maintenance of engineering installments (capacity works) and related issues.
• Safeguards against Non Revenue Water (NRW) through prompt pipeline repairs/maintenance, complete and accurate metering of all consumers.
• Ensures that water and wastewater services infrastructure is operated and maintained to the required technical and regulatory standards.
• Provides technical expertise and advice in the acquisition of contractors and consultants for major water and wastewater works.
• Provides overall supervision of staff, contractors and consultants for all major works.
• Guarantees quality and safety of water supplied to consumers.
• Offers professional advice to management on the acquisition of capital assets and related issues.
• Facilitates timely initiation and completion of technical audits and implementation of corrective actions as may be necessary.
• Oversees preparation of departmental reports and budgets to facilitate decision making.
• Executes performance management and review of staff within the technical divison through performance contracts, appraisals and reviews.
• Any other duties that maybe assigned by the Managing Director from time to time.

Requirements for appointment

• Be a Kenyan citizen
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Mechanical /Water Engineering or related disciplines from a recognized institution.
• Related Master’s Degree is an added advantage.
• Registered Engineers with EBK/IEK or equivalent professional body; in a good standing.
• Certificate in Computer application.
• At least eight (8) years of similar experience, five (5) of which should have been in a management position in a busy and dynamic work environment.

Personal Qualities, Skills and Competencies

• Understanding of/experience in technical dimensions related to Water Engineering technologies, fresh water harvesting and waste water treatment, distribution and disposal etc.
• Ability to leverage emerging technology including ICT, Engineering and other emerging innovations to improve operational efficiency, cost management and service delivery
• Understanding laws, regulations and standards affecting water harvesting, treatment and distribution and able to put in place sound compliance framework.
• Certified training in Operational Health and Safety (OHS) is preferred.
• Sound knowledge of standards for water quality, sanitation etc.
• Demonstrable financial management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communications, conflict resolution skills.
• Flexibility to work in a field based setup
• Project management skills
• Understanding and ability to set up water vendors point and enterprises.
• Water CAD, Arch CAD, and Auto CAD Knowledge.
• Proficient in MS office suite and enterprise resource planning (ERP)
• High level of integrity and ethical conduct

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Duties and Resposibilities

• Formulate the Company financial strategy and ensure it is properly implemented.
• Ensure sound corporate governance by identifying risks and developing and implementing proper controls in order to minimize those risks
• Spearhead formulation implementation and review of sound financial policies systems and procedures to sustain the company.
• Develop systems for the effective and efficient management of financial resources
• Ensure timely and accurate accounting, reporting and analysis in order to aid management decision making
• Advise the Company on financial viability of proposed investment and projects.
• Ensure financial reports are prepared and submitted in compliance with the Company and statutory requirements
• Participate in setting performance targets and conducting performance Appraisals for the Finance staff in the Company.
• Manage all financial relationships with external agencies.
• Prepare budgets and periodic financial performance reports for presentation to the Board of Directors.
• Direct, manage, motivate and develop staff in the finance function liaises and provide support to internal and external auditors on audit matter.
• Establish appropriate and sound standards and procedure for internal and thirdparty payments across the Company.
• Ensure adequate controls are in place to facilitate seamless payment and efficient financial management.
• Budget and budgetary control to enhance financial planning, monitoring and control.
• Develop and enforces implementation of debt management and control policies and procedures.
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the Managing Director or the Board of Directors’ Committees from time to time.

Requirements for Appointment

• Be a Kenyan Citizen
• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce/Business Management/Administration in Finance or Accounting Option from a recognized institution
• Related Master’s Degree.
• Must be a holder of CPA (K)
• Must be a member of the ICPAK/ACCA/CFA or any other relevant and recognized professional body; in good standing
• At least eight (8) years of similar experience with at least five (5) years experience management position in a busy and dynamic work environment.
• Demonstrate a high degree of professional and technical competence as reflected in work performance.
• Shown outstanding capability in Financial Management.

Personal Qualities, Skills and Competencies

• Business analytical skills, attention to the detail.
• Leadership and Managerial skills.
• Proficiency in MS office suite, and contemporary Accounting systems and practices.
• Experience working the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and public relation skills.
• Ingenuity on risk analysis and management
• A team player and change driver.
• Ability to uphold collective responsibility.
• High levels of integrity and ethical conduct.

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Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee development, review and implementation of policies, procedures, strategies and manuals that safeguard integrity of the procurement processes.
• Oversee the procurement and asset disposal processes in line with the Public
• Procurement and Assets Disposal Act 2015, and Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Regulations (PPADR) 2020 and other relevant laws.
• Propose the membership of relevant committees under the Act to the Managing director for consideration and appointment.
• Monitor contract management and report any significant departures from the contract terms and conditions to the Managing Director.
• Coordinate secretariat services to the evaluation, inspection and acceptance, disposal.
• Provide professional advice to the Managing Director on procurement and asset disposal matters for decision making.
• Spearhead the compliance with all procurement statutory requirements and Government Circulars.
• Review periodic reports on matters relating to procurement and asset disposal, recommend for approval by the Managing Director and submission to the National Treasury, PPRA, Ethics and Anti- Corruption Commission in line with the Act and regulations;
• Spearhead the development, recommend for approval and oversee the implementation of the company’s annual procurement plan, budgets &disposal plans
• Oversee implementation and effective use of e-procurement system and inventory & asset management system for the purpose of control and managing inventory, stores and assets.
• Oversee the research on market trends to inform the placing of orders or recommend appropriately awards of all procurement matters;
• Monitor supplier’s performance to assess ability to meet quality and delivery requirements;
• Develop and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with the Company’s suppliers and service providers;
• Manage all stakeholders by providing advice and responding to all procurement related matters promptly and professionally.
• Coordinate external auditing (by Government and donors) and evaluation of Supply Chain Management processes and procedures;
• Oversee development and implementation of departmental risk management framework.
• Develop and supervise implementation of the departmental annual work plan & budgets and evaluate performance to achieve the Company’s strategic objectives.
• Develop and present management papers for the relevant Board Committee meetings.
• Issue certificates to contractors confirming delivery and acceptance of goods, works and services where the contract is not complex and specialize;
• Any other duty as may be assigned by the Managing Director from time to time.

Requirements for appointment

• Be a Kenyan Citizen
• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management or relevant disciplines from a recognized institution or Any other business related degree with Diploma from Chattered Institute of Purchasing and Supplies (CIPS)
• Related Master’s Degree is an added advantage.
• Certified procurement and supply professional (CPSP-K) or equivalent certification from recognized institution.
• Registered member of KISM with a valid practicing license.
• At least six (6) years of similar experience in utility or service industry, three (3) of which should have been in a senior management position in a busy and dynamic work environment.
• Personal Qualities, Skills & Competencies
• Excellent understanding of procurement principles Proficient in MS Office.
• Good communication, interpersonal, negotiation and coordination skills
• In-depth understanding of the various procurements acts.
• Excellent Knowledge of Microsoft office applications.
• Proven ability to be flexible and work hard, both independently and in a team
• Environment, in a high-pressure on a call environment with changing priorities.
• High levels of integrity and ethical conduct.

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Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitoring and guidance on industrial effluent discharge at all Waste water Treatment Plant Wastewater quality control and environmental conservation
• Researching and implementing innovative technologies and processes to minimize pollution, conserve resources, and enhance the overall sustainability of waste water management practices.
• Ensure that the plant and equipment are maintained as per the set schedules/SOPs.
• Champion the drafting of policy of alternative revenue sources from the treatment plants and products and fees.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness in the waste water treatment plants and their surroundings.
• Record and document all waste water operations meticulously and compile reports as required.
• Ensure all waste generated or separated, both solid and liquid is appropriately handled and disposed in compliance with the relevant standards.
• Ensure all the stations have access controls and are properly and adequately guarded in line with company policy.
• Formulate health and safety standards for each station to be adhered to by the staff and visitor/ customers
• Work in close liaison with Operations Manager - Waste Water to ensure operations in all the stations are efficient and effective
• Monitor raw water sewage quality for appropriate action in case of deviation, this shall be in liaison with the quality assurance officer for identification of culprits especially the trade dis-chargers.
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the head of division/Department

Requirements for appointment

• Be a Kenyan citizen
• Bachelor of science degree in Civil Engineering/Sanitation/Waste Water/Environmental Management or related disciplines from a recognized institution.
• Certificate in Sewerage Engineering or Management from a recognized institution.
• Registered Engineers with IEK/EBK or equivalent professional body; in a good standing.
• At least five (5) years of similar experience, two (2) of which must be at a supervisory level in a busy and dynamic work environment.

Personal Qualities, Skills and Competencies

• Proficiency in waste water treatment processes, including biological , chemical and physical methods.
• Familiarity with regulations governing wastewater management and the ability to ensure compliance.
• Strong engineering skills to design and evaluate waste water infrastructure, such as pipelines, treatment plants , and pumping stations.
• Capability to troubleshoots and address issues related to waste water systems, such as pipelines, treatment plants, and pumping stations.
• Understanding of the environmental impact of waste water management and the ability to implement sustainable and eco-friendly practices.
• Proficient project management skills to plan, execute, and monitor waste water projects including budgeting and resource allocation
• Analytical skills to assess water quality data and make informed decisions to improve treatment processes.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, planning and coordination skills.
• Commitment to safety protocols and the ability to create and enforce safety procedures in a hazardous work environment.
• Flexibility to adapt to evolving waste water technologies and industry best practices.
• Precise attention to detail to ensure accurate designs and data analysis for optimal waste water treatment.
• Familiarity with relevant software and tools for waste water modeling, data analysis and design.
• Preparedness for handling emergencies such as spills or equipment failures to minimize Environmental damage and public health risks.
• High levels of integrity and ethical conduct.