Fresh Jobs at Kwale Water & Sewerage Company Ltd

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement, asset disposal, and supply chain policies, strategies, and annual procurement plans in compliance with the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act, 2015, and other applicable regulations.
• Provide strategic advice to the Managing Director and Management on procurement, contract management, inventory, and asset disposal matters.
• Oversee the procurement of goods, works, consultancy services, and equipment required for water supply and sanitation operations, ensuring value for money and timely delivery.
• Ensure compliance with procurement laws, regulations, Company policies, and Government guidelines in all procurement and asset disposal processes.
• Coordinate contract management activities and monitor contractor performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations, quality standards, and project timelines.
• Oversee inventory, stores, and asset management systems to ensure effective stock control, accountability, and availability of operational materials.
• Ensure the implementation and continuous improvement of electronic procurement and inventory management systems.
• Prepare and submit statutory procurement, asset disposal, and contract management reports to Management, the Board, and relevant regulatory authorities.
• Identify and manage procurement risks and implement measures to strengthen internal controls and governance.
• Build the capacity of staff on procurement laws, regulations, policies, and best practices to promote compliance and ethical procurement.
• Foster strategic supplier relationships and promote transparency, fairness, and competitiveness in procurement processes.
• Ensure procurement records, contracts, and asset disposal documentation are maintained in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Managing Director from time to time.

Requirements for appointment

• Be a Kenyan citizen.
• Hold a Bachelor's Degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management or a related field from a recognized institution.
• Master’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Strategic Management, or any other business-related field will be an added advantage.
• Have at least five (8) years' relevant work experience, three (3) of which must be in a senior management position.
• Be a Full Member of the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) or the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS).
• Be a Certified Procurement and Supply Professional (CPSP-K).
• Hold a valid  practising licence and be in good standing
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act, 2015 and its Regulations.
• Have experience in procurement planning, contract management, inventory management, and supplier relationship management.
• Possess strong leadership, analytical, negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Be proficient in ICT and procurement management systems.

Personal Qualities, Skills and Competencies

• High integrity and professionalism.
• Strategic leadership and decision-making skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent negotiation and contract management skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Results-oriented with strong planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Commitment to transparency, accountability, and ethical procurement practices.

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Duties and Responsibilities

• Formulate the Company’s financial strategy and ensure it is properly implemented.
• Ensure sound corporate governance by identifying risks and developing and implementing proper controls in order to minimise those risks.
• Spearhead the 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 the financial viability of proposed investments and projects.
• Ensure financial reports are prepared and submitted in compliance with the Company’s 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 under the
• Direct, manage, motivate and develop staff in the Finance function, and liaise with and provide support to internal and external auditors on audit matters.
• Establish appropriate and sound standards and procedures for internal and third-party payments across the Company.
• Ensure adequate controls are in place to facilitate seamless payments and efficient financial management.
• Undertake budgeting and budgetary control to enhance financial planning, monitoring and control.
• Develop and enforce the implementation of debt management and control policies and procedures.
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the Managing Director 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
•  A Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration/Strategic Management or its equivalent from a recognized institution will be an added advantage
• Must be a holder of CPA (K)
• Must be a member of the ICPAK/ACCA/CFA or any other relevant and recognized professional body;
• Hold a valid practising licence and be 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.