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WRA is the lead agency in the Management of Water Resources in the country. As a lead agency, WRA has a vital role to regulate, manage and equitably allocate the national water resources to all users.
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WRA SCALE 6
Job Summary
The Water Quality and Pollution Control Officer will report to the Senior Water Quality and Pollution Control Officer.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assisting in identification and mapping point and non-point sources of pollution;
- Assisting in Categorizing the nature of pollutants;
- Establishing the pollution loads to the water resources;
- Classifying the water resources and set the resource quality objectives (RQOs);
- Sensitizing the stakeholders on the Waste Disposal Control Plans;
- Assisting in development and review of water quality and pollution monitoring network;
- Undertaking, implementation of water quality and pollution monitoring programmes;
- Conducting water quality and pollution field analysis;
- Sampling and submitting the water and wastewater for bench laboratory analysis;
- Interpreting the analysis data and generating the certificates where applicable;
- Storing and maintaining the water quality and pollution control database;
- Advising internal and external customers on water quality and pollution status;
- Organizing work, prioritizing tasks and scheduling time to meet project deadlines;
- Working with outside consultants and vendors ensuring criteria and quality standards are met;
- Assisting in creating and managing project schedules, budgets, plans and supporting project teams to ensure success criteria are met on time and on budget.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Analytical Chemistry, Biological, Microbiological and Applied Sciences, Biochemistry, Microbiology or related field from a recognized institution;
- Proficiency in computer applications.
Competencies and Skills
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Negotiation skills
In addition to the above qualifications ALL candidates MUST fulfill the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010 which include: -
- Certificate of good conduct from the Director of Criminal Investigations;
- Clearance from the Director of Public Prosecutions;
- Clearance from Higher Education Loans Board;
- Clearance from Kenya Revenue Authority;
- Clearance from the Credit Reference Bureau; and
- Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
Terms of Service and Remuneration
Successful candidates will serve on probation for a minimum period of six (6) months and later be translated to permanent and pensionable terms based on performance.
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Job Description/Requirements
WRA SCALE 6
Community Development Function
The Community Development function is responsible for the development and enforcement of regulations on establishment and operation of Water Resources Users Associations (WRUAs) and relevant stakeholders in water resources.
Job Summary
The Community Development Officer will report to the Senior Community Development Officer.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assisting in developing framework for community engagement;
- Assisting in capacity Development of communities and stakeholders on water resources;
- Assisting in mobilizing partners and resources to support community investments through proposal preparations;
- Assisting in regulating the development of sub basin plans;
- Assisting in regulating the activities of Water Resources Users Association and stakeholders on matters related to Water Resources Management;
- Preparation of reports;
- Assisting in engaging WRUAs in the collaborative management of water resources and resolution of conflicts on the use of water resources;
- Updating the WRUA and stakeholder database;
- Linkage between the County Government and the Authority in soil and water conservation initiatives and water resources programs
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, Social Work, Community Development, Environmental Science, Project Planning, Development Studies or related field from a recognized institution; and
- Proficiency in computer applications.
Competencies and Skills
- Interpersonal skills;
- Communication skills;
- Negotiation skills; and
- Report writing skills.
In addition to the above qualifications ALL candidates MUST fulfill the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010 which include: -
- Certificate of good conduct from the Director of Criminal Investigations;
- Clearance from the Director of Public Prosecutions;
- Clearance from Higher Education Loans Board;
- Clearance from Kenya Revenue Authority;
- Clearance from the Credit Reference Bureau; and
- Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
Terms of Service and Remuneration
Successful candidates will serve on probation for a minimum period of six (6) months and later be translated to permanent and pensionable terms based on performance.
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Job Description/Requirements
ICT Function
The ICT function is responsible for providing professional, technical and operational support for Systems, Infrastructure and ICT services relating to acquisition, development, management and other ICT resource decisions across the departments.
Job Summary
The ICT Officer will report to the Senior ICT Officer
Duties and Responsibilities
- Giving support in development and documentation of computer programs;
- Giving support in installation and configuration of computer systems and Local Area Network components;
- Giving support in maintenance of application systems;
- Maintaining up-to-date equipment and issuance register;
- Giving support in administration and maintenance of users in the Active Directory, e-mail server and User applications;
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science/Engineering, Business Information Technology or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
- Competencies and Skills
- Interpersonal skills;
- Communication skills; and
- Negotiation skills.
In addition to the above qualifications ALL candidates MUST fulfill the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010 which include: -
- Certificate of good conduct from the Director of Criminal Investigations;
- Clearance from the Director of Public Prosecutions;
- Clearance from Higher Education Loans Board;
- Clearance from Kenya Revenue Authority;
- Clearance from the Credit Reference Bureau; and
- Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
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Job Summary
The Community Development Assistant will report to the Community Development Officer
Duties and Responsibilities
- Giving support in Community mobilization and sensitization of WRUAs and stakeholders in water resource management;
- Giving support in gathering information regarding communities’ concerns on engagement and participation related to water resources;
- Giving support in regulation of implemented sub plans activities; and
- Giving support in the management of water resource use related conflicts.
Required Qualifications
- Diploma in Sociology, Social Work, Community Development, Environmental Science, Project Planning, Development Studies or related field from a recognized institution; and
- Proficiency in computer applications.
Competencies and Skills
- Interpersonal skills;
- Communication skills; and
- Negotiation skills.
In addition to the above qualifications ALL candidates MUST fulfill the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010 which include: -
- Certificate of good conduct from the Director of Criminal Investigations;
- Clearance from the Director of Public Prosecutions;
- Clearance from Higher Education Loans Board;
- Clearance from Kenya Revenue Authority;
- Clearance from the Credit Reference Bureau; and
- Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
Terms of Service and Remuneration
Successful candidates will serve on probation for a minimum period of six (6) months and later be translated to permanent and pensionable terms based on performance.
Method of Application
Candidates who meet the above requirements should submit their applications to reach the address below on or before 18th December, 2020. Online applications can be sent to info@wra.go.ke
Applications should include Curriculum Vitae that includes details of day time contact numbers, current and expected salary, notice period required to take up appointment, names and contacts of at least three (3) referees.
Applicants must also attach copies of certificates/testimonials as well as copy of National Identity Card.
NOTE
WRA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and gender equality. Persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Applications without relevant qualifications, copies of documents requested for will not be considered
Any form of canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification
Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted
Applications should be addressed to
The Chief Executive Officer
Water Resources Authority
NHIF Building, 9th Floor Wing B, Ragati Road
P. O. Box 45250-00100, NAIROBI
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