Latest Jobs at Kirinyaga Water and Sanitation Company Ltd

JOB REFERENCE: KIRIWASCO/04/11/2021

Responsibilities/Duties/Tasks

Reporting to the Managing Director, the Manager distribution and sales will be responsible for;

 Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities

•  Overseeing the performance of all activities within the distribution and sales department in order to ensure compliance with the relevant laws and regulations
• Responsible for ensuring that departmental objectives, plans and activities are aligned to the Corporate Objectives, Vision and Mission
• Responsible for developing a sound business plan that covers sales, revenue, and expense controls.
• Responsible for development of a sound framework for development, management and maintenance of a water distribution system in the Company’ area to minimize nonrevenue water
• Identifying market niches suitable for targeted growth and development of the Company’s products and service portfolio;
• Appraising, supervising, mentoring and coaching of all staff within the distribution and sales department to ensure business continuity.
• Develop plans (long and short term) geared toward improvement of water and sewer distribution network and extensions.
• Shall be directly responsible for management of any project within the water and sewer distribution network
• Growing water and sewerage services coverage distribution width and depth within the allocated area of jurisdiction
• Plan and implement viable network extensions, renewals and rationalizations to increase the customer base and improve on service reliability.

Operational Responsibilities/Tasks

• Ensure that good water quality in the distribution network is maintained by routine flushing of mains and adoption of good water mains and service line repair practices.
• Analyze network performance (e.g. network pressures, frequency of leaks and bursts Vs areas / particular pipes) and advice Management on suitable remedial measures.
• Conducting product research and development according to market trends and customer demand.
• Regularly conducting water distribution infrastructure checks and recommending any necessary infrastructure development, maintenance or replacements
• Developing/adopting and implementing various pro-poor interventions aimed at increasing access to water service for the urban poor in the low-income areas.
• Carry out network balancing through continuous reservoir level monitoring; and pressure and flow measurements to enhance supply reliability.
• Ensure sound occupational health and safety practices are maintained for all activities in the section
• Shall physically update network maps and ensure that the soft copy maps are up to date.
• Ensure proper customer meter installation and effective meter reading.

PERSONAL PROFILE

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or water Engineering or related field with experience in water sector.
• At least ten (10) years of relevant experience; four (4) of which must be at management level
• Ability to lead and supervise sales and distribution teams.
• Competency in coaching and mentoring sales and distribution staffs.
• Proficiency in ICT with strong MS office and internet use
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Strong analytical and excellent communication skills
• Good interpersonal relations skills

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• The appointment will be for a contract term of 3 YEARS renewable subject to satisfactory performance

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JOB REFERENCE: KIRIWASCO/01/11/2021

Key Responsibilities/ Duties/Tasks

Reporting to the Managing Director, the Internal Audit Manager will be responsible for;

 Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities/Tasks

• Developing, reviewing and overseeing implementation of Internal Audit systems, techniques, procedures and guidelines;
• Providing assurance of the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control systems, risk management and governance processes.
• Co-ordinating the development of an annual audit work plan based on a preliminary review of risk profiles of respective Divisions;
• Developing and reviewing the Audit, Risk and Governance Board Committee charter and the Internal Audit charter;
• Overseeing preparation of annual Departmental budget and procurement plan.
• Planning and coordinating execution of audits as per the approved internal audit work plan.
• Serving as Secretary to the Audit, Risk & Governance Committee of the Board;
• Guiding Management and the Audit, Risk & Governance Committee of the Board on the oversight role of Audit through regular audits & reports;
• Providing leadership and direction to the Internal Audit Department staff;
• Carrying out Departmental staff performance appraisals and identification of training needs in the Department;
• Mentoring, coaching and developing staff within the Department;

Operational Responsibilities / Tasks

• Overseeing the carrying out of a risk based preliminary review of all areas of the Company to establish a risk-based work plan of action at the beginning of each financial year.
• Ensuring that the Internal Audit systems, techniques, procedures and guidelines are prepared and approved;
• Supervising the preparation of audit work programs to ensure that execution of audit assign ents is well planned and managed;
• Driving operational improvements throughout the Company to improve overall efficiencies and enhance internal controls;
• Monitoring the timely implementation of the Management actions recommended in the audit reports and reporting to the Audit, Risk & Governance Board Committee on actions taken by Management on audit findings;
• Providing an independent view during implementation of new projects, processes and systems to ensure their quality and compliance with the Company’s policies and procedures.
• Monitoring development and implementation of laws and regulations governing the management of the Company and ensuring up to date advice;
• Overseeing execution of routine and special audits or investigations as may be required from time to time and make appropriate recommendations;
• In liaison with the Finance Department, coordinate external audit activities by the Office of the Auditor General to ensure adequate audit coverage and to follow up on implementation of their various audit recommendations.
• Other roles as may be assigned.

PERSONAL PROFILE

• Bachelor’s’ degree in Commerce or Business Administration /Management (Finance or Accounting option)
• Certified Public Accountant of Kenya CPA(K) or Certified Chartered Accountant (ACCA).
• Membership with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) in Good Standing
• Work experience of not less than eight (8) years, with three (3) years in a management position.
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills
• Confidentiality
• Professionalism
• Proficiency in ICT with strong MS office and internet use
• Excellent planning and organizational skills

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• The appointment will be for a contract term of 3 YEARS renewable subject to satisfactory performance