Latest Vacancies at Water Mission

What is the opportunity?

The position of Senior Technician will report to Regional Manager, based in Makueni, with guidance from the Lead Engineer.  The Senior technician is responsible for performing technical tasks within the regional office following established standards and procedures.  The person in this position must be self-driven and passion for the organization mission.  This position requires that the person resides in Makueni, Kenya, where the office is located. It also involves frequent traveling to remote locations within Kenya or surrounding countries. The position will require frequent travels to far locations.

A successful Senior Technician will:General Responsibilities:

• Align with Water Mission’s Statement of Faith and core values of Love, Excellence, and Integrity.  
• Maintain a strong Christian witness and model servant leadership to colleagues, partners, the communities we serve, and the public. 
• Engage and participate in prayer before and after team meetings.
• Lead and participate in biblically based staff devotions.
• Have a personal and growing relationship with Jesus Christ.

Other Responsibilities:

• Maintain a strong Christian witness and model servant leadership to colleagues, partners, the communities we serve, and the public.
• Mobilize and oversee community volunteers and/or subcontractors in project preparation by constructing shallow wells, digging trenches for pipes, and constructing houses for water treatment systems.
• Install water treatment systems including pumps, filters, chlorinators, and solar panels.
• Install water storage tanks, piping, electrical cables, water meters, conduit, and tap stands.
• Train system operators on the day to day running and operation of the systems, which includes daily monitoring of residual chlorine levels in treated water.
• Monitor quality testing and assist with borehole/spring/well yield tests.
• Read and understand engineering drawings.
• Perform assessments in communities, including water quality and quantity testing, survey measurements, and other aspects as may be required.
• Provide timely project reporting, including monthly reports, assessment reports, and follow-up reports with accompanying photographs as per specific assignment guidelines.
• Ensure quality output in the construction, plumbing, electrical and fabricated structures by giving the contractors needed direction.
• Maintain material record at construction sites and ensure quality of all material arrived on all sites.
• Timely support completed projects by attending to system operations and maintenance related issues.
• Comply with all the existing organizational policies and procedures.
• Provide disaster response support and work in other countries as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

What is required?

• Alignment with Water Mission’s Statement of Faith and core values of Love, Excellence, and Integrity.
• Diploma/Higher Diploma in engineering (Civil, Environmental, electrical, or Electro-mechanical Engineering).
• T2 or T3 EPRA solar license is preferred.
• Experience of at least 5 years in a technical field (preferably related to Water Systems).
• Specialized technical skills (such as plumbing, welding, electricians, or building).
• Driver’s license required.
• Advanced skills with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and drafting programs (AutoCAD/PowerCADD, SolidWorks/ProE).
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Swahili is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including cross-cultural communication and the ability to clearly articulate ideas and feedback in a constructive way.
• Excellent analytical, project planning, and management skills.
• Thorough understanding of the Great Commandment and the Great Commission.
• A level of impeccable integrity and stewardship that demonstrates to those who invest in Water Mission Kenya a sense of security and trust that their gifts are well used and invested.
• Demonstrated ability to build consensus and work collaboratively and effectively with other leaders, volunteers, and employees at all levels.
• Must be standards and detail-oriented with the ability to plan ahead.
• Willingness and availability to travel to remote places and occasional trips abroad.
• Commitment to ending the global water crisis.
• Legal authorization to work in Kenya without sponsorship.

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What is the opportunity?

The position of Lead Engineer will report to the Country Director Kenya. The role will support Water Mission’s vision of providing safe water and an opportunity to share God’s love with all. This position entails providing technical guidance and support to Water Mission Kenya Engineers and Technicians following the Water Mission Kenya Country Program’s established standards and procedures.  This is a full-time position that requires residency in Turkana, Kenya. The position will require travelling to far locations in and out of the region and occasionally outside the country. The position will supervise Senior Engineers and Senior Technicians.

A successful Lead Engineer will:

General Responsibilities:

• Align with Water Mission’s Statement of Faith and core values of Love, Excellence, and Integrity.  

• Maintain a strong Christian witness and model servant leadership to colleagues, partners, the communities we serve, and the public. 
• Engage and participate in prayer before and after team meetings.
• Lead and participate in biblically based staff devotions.
• Have a personal and growing relationship with Jesus Christ.

Other Responsibilities:

• Understand, support, and nurture the Vision, Mission, and Core values of Water Mission.
• Conduct engineering fieldwork and design according to established engineering principles and standards to a high degree of excellence and dependable accuracy.

• Lead the technical team to provide oversight, review and assistance for technicians, volunteers, and other engineers to ensure quality of output and adherence to established standards and procedures.

• Promote, encourage, and model Water Mission’s mission, vision, and values to the technical team members and all other staff members.

• Work in collaboration with Water Mission staff members and departments to ensure the successful completion of every area of project implementation and sustainability. Train and facilitate a culture of capacity building for team members.

• Perform Engineering tasks, including water system hydraulic design, solar and electrical design, and development of plans, specifications, and structural drawings.

• Provide onsite visits for the purpose of quality control and instruction of field engineers and technicians in support of approved projects.
• Champion and ensure that Quality Assurance/Quality Control- (WMT QA/QC) standards and procedures are upheld by the technical team.
• Lead technical and systems innovation that seeks to further Water Mission’s mission.
• Layout and design water systems, including water source, pumping, treatment, storage and distribution.
• Ensure that all work, including that of the Lead Engineer, is reviewed by another engineer as designated by the Country Director.
• Perform assessments in communities, including water quality and quantity testing, survey measurements, and other aspects as may be required.
• Write and submit timely project reports, including monthly assessment reports with supporting photographs as per specific assignment guidelines.
• Provide disaster response support and work in other countries as needed.
• Prepare and conduct presentations to the Operations Team, Strategic Partners, donors, and volunteers.
• Other tasks as assigned.

What is required?

• Alignment with Water Mission’s Statement of Faith and core values of Love, Excellence, and Integrity.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering – Civil, Chemical, or Mechanical are preferred (Master’s degree and/or Project Management certifications are desirable but can be offset with quality experience).
• Registration as a Professional Engineer.
• Minimum experience of at least 8 years in similar project work, including leading and managing Technical Teams.
• WASH engineering experience.
• Relocation to Jinga, Kenya, for at least 2 years.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Advanced skills with office computer (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and drafting and modeling programs (AutoCAD, EPANET, PowerCADD, SolidWorks, ProE).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Excellent analytical skills, process design skills, and project planning and management skills.
• Impeccable integrity and stewardship that demonstrates to those who invest in Water Mission Kenya a sense of security and trust that their gifts are well used and invested.
• Must be standards and detail-oriented with an ability to plan.
• A strong work ethic.
• A heartfelt dedication to providing and modeling servant leadership.
• Ability and willingness to travel for fieldwork.
• Commitment to ending the global water crisis.
• Legal authorization to work in Kenya.

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What is the opportunity?

Working under the supervision of the Human Resource Manager - Kenya, the Human Resource Specialist will assist with general HR administration, Benefits administration, Recruiting, On-boarding, Off-boarding, Record Keeping, Compliance, Research, and day-to-day customer service support for staff in Kenya. As Water Mission continues to grow, the responsibilities of this position may change and flex to adapt to the needs of the ministry. The incumbent needs to be flexible and comfortable with changing priorities and responsibilities.  The position is based in Turkana.

A successful Human Resource Specialist will:

General Responsibilities:

• Alignment with Water Mission’s Statement of Faith and core values of Love, Excellence, and Integrity.  

• Maintain a strong Christian witness and model servant leadership to colleagues, partners, the communities we serve, and the public. 
• Engage and participate in prayer before and after team meetings.
• Lead and participate in biblically based staff devotions.
• Personal and growing relationship with Jesus Christ.

Other Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day HR customer service functions by answering internal and external requests and questions.
• Support the administration of WMK benefits (health, dental, vision, wellness) including open enrollment, changes, and terminations.
• Process required documents and employee action forms through payroll and insurance providers to ensure accurate record keeping and proper deductions.
• Assist with staffing and recruiting process by posting positions, screening applicants, making phone interview recommendations, scheduling interviews, and preparing and circulating interview guides.
• Complete all reference checks, background checks, and all other required paperwork.
• Conduct new employee on-boarding, orientation, and applicable training.
• Maintain organized, updated employee files physically and electronically.
• Assist in the administration of a field staff travel program (pre-deployment, field support, reentry).
• Support the research, creation, and administration of strategic HR initiatives as directed.
• Begin the creation of an HR department handbook with best practices and procedures.
• Support staff special events as required (recognitions, trainings, celebrations, etc.).
• Support the growth of the Water Mission internship program (recruitment, onboarding, programming).
• Assist to provide leadership for all HR department interns and volunteers.
• Support in ensuing compliance with all applicable federal and state HR laws.
• Stay informed about HR news and developments, especially as they relate to WM.
• Perform other special projects and duties as assigned to support the ministry.

What is required?

• Alignment with Water Mission’s Statement of Faith and core values of Love, Excellence, and Integrity. 
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or HR
• 1 to 3 years’ experience in HR or an HR related field
• Self-starter that takes initiative to complete tasks
• Demonstrated high level of integrity and excellent judgment handling sensitive and confidential information required Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including articulating ideas and feedback constructively. 
• Keen attention to detail required.
• A knowledge of leadership, mentoring, management, analytical and organizational skills demonstrated by the ability to work independently and within a team, assess priorities, and manage various activities with attention to detail.
• Demonstrated project management skills.
• Comprehensive computer skills, including all MS Office products.
• Experience with an HRIS.
• Understanding of candidate sourcing and recruitment tools a plus.
• Excellent relationship and conflict resolution skills.   
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a team.
• Commitment to ending the global water crisis.
• Authorization to work in Kenya without sponsorship.

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What is the opportunity?

The Procurement and Logistics Officer will report to the Regional Finance Officer. The role will be crucial in maintaining an efficient and reliable supply chain while adhering to WM Values, procurement policies and procedures.   It will entail sourcing, purchasing, coordinating transportation, imports or exports, logistics, and Inventory Management. It will also be responsible for overseeing and managing the procurement, logistics, and inventory functions of the organization. These are two vacancies located in Makueni and Turkana.

A successful Procurement and Logistics Officer will:

General Responsibilities:

• Align with Water Mission’s Statement of Faith and core values of Love, Excellence, and Integrity.  
• Maintain a strong Christian witness and model servant leadership to colleagues, partners, the communities we serve, and the public. 
• Engage and participate in prayer before and after team meetings.
• Lead and participate in biblically based staff devotions.
• Have a personal and growing relationship with Jesus Christ.

Other Responsibilities:

Procurement:

• Implement established procurement policies and procedures in alignment with organizational goals and approved budget.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify procurement needs, specifications and develop procurement plans.
• Identify reliable suppliers, negotiate contracts, and establish favorable terms and conditions.
• Conduct market research to stay updated on industry trends, prices, and supplier performance.
• Evaluate supplier performance and implement measures for continuous improvement.
• Conduct supplier assessments and manage the supplier pre-qualification process.
• Collaborate with suppliers to identify cost-saving opportunities, value-added services, and process improvements.
• Develop detailed tender specifications and performance standards to facilitate procurement process for country program.

• Provide oversight to sourcing in support of project activities and conduct training on procurement on need basis to other staff.

• Ensure project procurements are conducted within the stipulated timelines (timely project procurements).

Logistics:

• Coordinate the transportation, shipment, and delivery of goods to meet operational requirements.
• Draft service contracts with transportation company whenever needed.
• Manage import/export processes, including customs clearance and documentation.
• Liaise with shipping and freight forwarding companies to optimize logistics operations.
• Maintain accurate records of transportation and logistics activities.
• Supervise the vehicle maintenance Officer and maintain the organization’s assets.

Inventory Management:

• Understand and familiarize yourself with Netsuite inventory management systems.
• Monitor inventory levels, forecast demand, and identify stock replenishment requirements.
• Conduct regular stock counts and reconcile any discrepancies.
• Ensure proper security of the warehouses by keeping warehouse keys in safe custody.
• In charge of receipts, storage, and issuance of items/commodities as per Standard Operating Procedures.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and manage stock levels effectively.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Prepare and maintain procurement documentation, such as requisition forms, requests for quotations (RFQs), purchase orders, invoices, and other logistics and inventory documentation.
• Analyze data and provide insights to support decision-making processes, especially during procurement or disposal committee meetings.
• Prepare and provide timely procurement committee minutes.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, Water Mission Values, ethical standards, and relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
• Support internal and external audits/assessments related to procurement activities.
• Any other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

What is required?

• Alignment with Water Mission’s Statement of Faith and core values of Love, Excellence, and Integrity. 
• Impeccable level of integrity in handling funds in an accountable and transparent manner.
• A university degree in procurement is required. Professional qualification in the same field is a requirement.
• At least four years of experience in procurement related field. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including articulating ideas and feedback constructively. 
• Advanced skills with MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint) and familiarity with procurement systems. 
• Understanding the principles of adequate documentation and audit and the procedures necessary to ensure audit compliance.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Excellent project management skills.  
• Excellent relationship and conflict resolution skills.   
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a team.
• Commitment to ending the global water crisis.
• Authorization to work in Kenya without sponsorship.

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What is the opportunity?

The Regional Finance Officer will report to the Finance Manager.  The position will oversee the Accounting, Procurement and Logistics functions within the region, following established standards and procedures. This position requires abilities to plan, develop, organize, direct, and coordinate a range of activities related to the office.  These are two positions; one will be based in Makueni and another in Turkana. The position will supervise the location-based Procurement and Logistics Officers.

A successful Regional Finance Officer will:

General Responsibilities:

• Align with Water Mission’s Statement of Faith and core values of Love, Excellence, and Integrity.  

• Maintain a strong Christian witness and model servant leadership to colleagues, partners, the communities we serve, and the public. 
• Engage and participate in prayer before and after team meetings.
• Lead and participate in biblically based staff devotions.
• Have a personal and growing relationship with Jesus Christ.

Other Responsibilities:

• Ensure that processes and controls are in place to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the financial information.
• Manage grants in the region by tracking income and expenditures and able to provide timely reports.
• Review financial data and prepare monthly/ partners’ required reports on need basis.
• Update and post books of accounts in an electronic accounting system, ensuring the production of timely financial reports to management and development partners.
• Provide leadership and training to staff regarding internal controls and provide guidance in understanding, interpreting, and applying established policies and procedures.
• Monitor the activities and budget performance of the various projects and programs, ensuring compliance with appropriate regulations, WMI policies, and procedures, and accepted financial practice and standards; coordinate remedial action as necessary.
• Manage administrative activities as assigned by the supervisor, which includes fleet management and other logistics in liaison with the Procurement and Logistics Officer.
• Verify that proposed obligations or expenditures for services, facilities supply, and equipment expenses, as well as those pertaining to personnel, are in accordance with the Financial Regulations and Rules of the WMI, relevant appropriations, and budget codes.
• Respond to internal and external audit observations and provide the information needed to respond to audit findings.
• Assist in the annual planning and budgeting process for the country program, following the direction of the supervisor.
• Update and maintain the regional asset register and organization’s inventory in NetSuite.
• Timely accountability of all staff advances, Petty Cash management, and regular Cash Counts.
• Assessing any risks to the organization and suggesting mitigation plans to management.
• Ensuring finance and procurement documents are properly filled.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

What is required?

• Alignment with Water Mission’s Statement of Faith and core values of Love, Excellence, and Integrity. 
• Impeccable level of integrity in handling funds in an accountable and transparent manner.
• University degree in Accounting or Finance is required. 
• ACCA / CPA (K), registered with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK).
• In-depth experience in all Accounting and Financial management areas with strong technical knowledge of International (GAAP, IPSAS), local financial reporting standards, and compliances.
• At least four years of experience in financial management. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including articulating ideas and feedback constructively. 
• Advanced skills with MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint) and familiarity with financial and accounting information systems. 
• A knowledge of leadership, mentoring, management, analytical and organizational skills demonstrated by the ability to work independently and within a team, assess priorities, and manage various activities with attention to detail.
• Understanding the principles of adequate documentation and audit and the procedures necessary to ensure audit compliance.
• Excellent analytical skills.
•  Excellent project management skills.  
• Excellent relationship and conflict resolution skills.   
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a team.
• Commitment to ending the global water crisis.
• Authorization to work in Kenya without sponsorship.

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What is the opportunity?

Working under the supervision of the Regional Manager, this position will perform critical administrative functions and serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external constituencies on all matters within the regional office. As Water Mission continues to grow, the responsibilities of this position may change and flex to adapt to the needs of the ministry. The incumbent needs to be flexible and comfortable with changing priorities and responsibilities.  These are two vacancies located in Makueni and Turkana. The position will supervise the Grounds’ staff and the Housekeeper.

A successful Administration Officer will:

General Responsibilities:

• Align with Water Mission’s Statement of Faith and core values of Love, Excellence, and Integrity.  

• Maintain a strong Christian witness and model servant leadership to colleagues, partners, the communities we serve, and the public. 
• Engage and participate in prayer before and after team meetings.
• Lead and participate in biblically based staff devotions.
• Have a personal and growing relationship with Jesus Christ.

Other Responsibilities:

FRONT OFFICE 

• Receive visitors and respond to inquiries.
• Maintain office filing and record keeping systems.
• Receiver of important mail, documents and items as well as forwarding to the relevant officer to handle.
• Provide timely, professional, and courteous communication.
• Perform a series of secretarial functions for the organization and provide additional services as assigned.
• Ensure daily smooth running of the office.
• Excellence in office appearance, cleanliness, and professional appearance
• Furnish essential office supplies.
• Maintain accurate and accountable inventory of office equipment.

PROGRAMS SUPPORT

• Receive Safe Water Request Forms, check for completeness and upload the requests on PUMP.
• Provide feedback to communities on Safe Water Requests.
• Keep an updated Safe Water Requests register.
• Upload all project photos on one drive every time an activity is done and update projects media links on PUMP with most recent photos.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

• Work closely with Kitale Office IT officer to ensure standardization of procedures.
• Enforcing defined standards, procedures, policies, and best practices in management of ICT infrastructure in the Regional Office.
• Troubleshoot application software installations and configurations, electronic mail, internet and network access problems.
• Provide support for deployed computer application systems.
• Install computer application systems software and hardware according to specifications.
• Perform 2nd level desktop troubleshooting in conjunction with Kitale Office IT Officer.
• Administration of wireless Internet/E-mail connectivity.
• All aspects of data backup and recovery. Ensure backup files are updated regularly and stored safely.
• Organize the periodic checks and cleaning of all IT equipment as part of the preventive maintenance service.
• Setup and maintain system security, access level privileges and password protection.
• Carry out simple, on-the-job training for staff as required.
• Prepare and file incident reports for each incident.
• Maintain an inventory schedule of all IT equipment and software in the office.
• Audit of all IT equipment in the store and advice on the status
• Other duties as may be assigned by your supervisor.

What is required?

• Alignment with Water Mission’s Statement of Faith and core values of Love, Excellence, and Integrity. 
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or social science
• 1 to 3 years’ experience in administration, front office related field.
• Self-starter that takes initiative to complete tasks.
• Basic computer skills in MS Office products.
• Demonstrated high level of integrity and excellent judgment handling sensitive and confidential information required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including articulating ideas and feedback constructively. 
• Keen attention to detail required
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to work independently and within a team, assess priorities, and manage various activities with attention to detail.
• Good relationship and conflict resolution skills.   
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a team.
• Commitment to ending the global water crisis.
• Citizen of Kenya.

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What is the opportunity?

The Community Development Officer, WASH will report to the Community Development Manager. The general assignment for this position is to become completely versed with Water Mission oriented Community Development practices to be able to implement and support the communities we serve in a variety of settings and providing support for any aspect of the Mission of the organization where possible.

The role will play a key function of inspiring and nurturing the communities to proactively engage the key stakeholders, including but not limited to the Safe Water Committee, government/ institutional-led agencies, among others. The overall goal is to increase awareness of the need to implement sustainable, safe water solutions that positively impact the global water crisis. The position is based in Turkana. 

A successful Community Development Officer will:

General Responsibilities:

• Align with Water Mission’s Statement of Faith and core values of Love, Excellence, and Integrity.
• Maintain a strong Christian witness and model servant leadership to colleagues, partners, the communities we serve, and the public. 
• Engage and participate in prayer before and after team meetings.
• Lead and participate in biblically based staff devotions.
•  Have a personal and growing relationship with Jesus Christ.

Other Responsibilities:

• Facilitate community health and hygiene programs.
• Partner with communities to set up Safe Water Committees.
• Train Safe Water Committee officials and WASH promoters on their respective roles and responsibilities.
• Administer accounting and reporting sheets for the communities to use.
• Monitor and support the Safe Water Committees to ensure that they do what is expected of them for project sustainability.
• Work closely with the technical teams to ensure all aspects of Community Development are properly addressed in project implementation.
• Work closely with the Project Manager to prepare professional reports for donors.
• Develop and maintain good relationships with government officials including, but not limited to, the Ministry of Water, County department of Water, Sub-County Water Officers, and local Government leadership.
• Plan, participate in, and report on project assessment, community mobilisation, restore survey, commissioning, and follow-ups.
• Write monthly reports on project progress through write-ups, testimonials, and photography (follow-up, monthly summary, & RWC reports).
• Maintain documentation for the Safe Water Projects.
• Any other duty as assigned by the Supervisor.

What is required?

• Alignment with WM’s Statement of Faith and core values of Love, Excellence, and Integrity.
• Personal and growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Alignment with Water Mission’s Statement of Faith and core values of Love, Excellence, and Integrity.
• Bachelor’s degree required: Degree in Community Development, Project Management, or any relevant Social Science.
• 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in English, Swahili, and any local language.
• Computer literacy.
• Effective report writing skills.
• Good mobilization and capacity building skills of communities
• Ability to engage stakeholders i.e., communities, government, and local partners in project-related work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including articulating ideas and feedback constructively.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a team.
• Ability to travel domestically for up to 2 consecutive weeks.
• Ability to drive for long hours over rough terrain.
• Authorization to work in Kenya without sponsorship.

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What is the opportunity?

The Senior Engineer will report to the Lead Engineer, of Water Mission Kenya (WMK).  The position entails providing technical guidance and support to Water Mission Kenya Engineers and Technicians following the Water Mission Kenya Country Program’s established standards and procedures. This is a full-time position that requires residency in Makueni, Kenya. The position is located in Makueni and will require frequent travels to far locations in the region.

A successful Senior Engineer will:

General Responsibilities:

• Align with Water Mission’s Statement of Faith and core values of Love, Excellence, and Integrity.  

• Maintain a strong Christian witness and model servant leadership to colleagues, partners, the communities we serve, and the public. 
• Engage and participate in prayer before and after team meetings.
• Lead and participate in biblically based staff devotions.
• Have a personal and growing relationship with Jesus Christ.

Other Responsibilities:

• Maintain a strong Christian witness to colleagues, donors, volunteers, and the public.
• Understand, support, and nurture the Vision, Mission, and Core values of Water Mission.
• Conduct engineering field work and design according to established engineering principles and standards to a high degree of excellence and dependable accuracy.
• Provide guidance to the technical team, oversight, review and assistance for technicians, volunteers, and other engineers to ensure quality of output and adherence to established standards.
• Promote, encourage, and model Water Mission’s mission, vision, and values to the technical team members.
• Help train and facilitate a culture of capacity building for team members.
• Perform Engineering tasks including water hydraulic design, solar and electrical design, and development of plans, specifications, and structural drawings.
• Preparation of BOQs based on approved drawings and specifications for all water supply and sanitation infrastructures to be implemented in the targeted areas.
• Provide onsite site visits for the purpose of quality control and instruction of field engineers and technicians in support of approved projects.
• Champion and ensure that WMT QA/QC (Quality Assurance/Quality Control standards and procedures) is upheld by the technical team.
• Provide technical guidance on technical and systems innovation that seeks to further our mission.
• Layout and design of water systems including source, pumping, treatment, storage and distribution.
• Ensure that all work, including that of the Engineer, is reviewed by another engineer as designated.
• Perform assessments in communities, including water quality analysis and quantity testing, survey measurements and other aspects as may be required.
• Timely Project reporting, including monthly report, Assessment report, follow up report with accompanied photographs as per specific assignment guideline.
• Comply with all the existing and approved policies and procedures.
• Provide disaster response support and work in other countries as needed.
• Other tasks as may be assigned.

What is required?

• Alignment with Water Mission’s Statement of Faith and core values of Love, Excellence, and Integrity.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering – Civil, Chemical, or Mechanical are preferred.
• Minimum experience of at least 7 years in similar project work.
• Registration as a professional engineer in Kenya.
• T3 EPRA License is a great advantage.
• Driver’s license.
• Advanced skills with office computer (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and drafting and modeling programs (AutoCAD, EPANET, PowerCADD, SolidWorks, ProE).
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills (English).
• Excellent analytical skills, process design skills and project planning and management skills.
• A level of impeccable integrity and stewardship that demonstrates to those who invest in Water Mission Kenya a sense of security and trust that their gifts are well used and invested.
• Must be standards and detail-oriented with ability to plan ahead.
• A strong work ethic.
• Ability and willingness to travel for fieldwork.
• Commitment to ending the global water crisis.
• Legal authorization to work in Kenya.

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What is the opportunity?

The Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer (MEL) will report to the Community Development Manager in Kenya. The MEL Officer will be responsible for designing, managing, and implementing MEL activities for Water Mission programs in Kenya. The role will ensure that Water Mission Kenya achieves intended program results through strong oversight, management and implementation of performance and impact measurement and learning activities.  The position will be based in Kitale.

A successful Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Officer will:

General Responsibilities:

• Align with Water Mission’s Statement of Faith and core values of Love, Excellence, and Integrity.  

• Maintain a strong Christian witness and model servant leadership to colleagues, partners, the communities we serve, and the public. 
• Engage and participate in prayer before and after team meetings.
• Lead and participate in biblically based staff devotions.
• Have a personal and growing relationship with Jesus Christ.

Program Monitoring and Evaluation System Design

• Assist Water Mission in establishing key performance indicators, collecting performance information, planning, and implementing evaluation programs assigned. 
• Manage the development of performance monitoring and impact management systems for Water Mission’s projects in Kenya, including the development and validation of program impact strategy, logical frameworks, measurement indicators, and data collection tools.
• Provide input into the design, implementation, and dissemination of evaluations, special studies, and assessments.
• Manage the creation and review of global and country-level monitoring, evaluation, research, and learning budgets to provide adequate financial resources for evaluations, special studies, and assessments. 

Data Collection, Compliance, and Quality Assurance

• Manage the implementation of data flow activities for Water Mission’s projects in Kenya. 
• Supervise all data collection activities. Work closely with Water Mission’s Community Development Officers, Project Managers, and Engineering teams to ensure timely and continuous collection of data using Water Missions data collection tools including Household, Church Congregation, and Community based Surveys.  
• Manage development and implementation of data flow improvements for the Water Mission program in Kenya that will ensure efficient data collection and reporting and support scalability.  
• Ensure data quality through data verification procedures, including routine data quality audits, and work with various teams to resolve discrepancies and improve processes. 
• Develop and implement training on data collection, storage, quality assurance, and retrieval processes, as needed. 

Data Analysis & Visualization

• Support activities to transform quantitative and qualitative data sets into compelling reports and visuals for different types of audiences. 
• Develop and implement plans, methods, and tools for analyzing data. 
• Perform qualitative and quantitative data analysis as needed. 
• Monitor and respond to relevant data points from the MAP - Water Mission’s innovative Monitoring and Alerting Platform 
• Manage analytical reports to provide direct and real-time insights to inform the project design and implementation in Kenya. 
• Develop standard protocols, templates, infographics, and procedures to ensure data analysis and visualization needs are met. 

Research Practices

• Implement strategies to improve Water Mission and the broader WASH sector's ability to use data to drive future program design, implementation, and decision making.  
• Regularly develop performance reports and share program outcomes and learnings with Water Mission’s International Programs team and all key stakeholders in Kenya (UNICEF, etc.) including reports, training, briefs, commentary, and visuals. 
• Facilitate reflection, learning, and adapting meetings regularly in the country.  
• Work closely with the communications team to help promote Water Mission’s content including reports, briefs, commentary, and visual data. 
• Cultivate strategic M&E relationships and alliances with partners and represent Water Mission’s M&E, data analysis, and visualization activities in public and professional circles through meetings, conferences, and presentations. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

What is required?

• Alignment with Water Mission’s Statement of Faith and core values of Love, Excellence, and Integrity.
• Bachelor's degree in Demography, Statistics, Mathematics, Public Health, Environmental Health, or related field; or equivalent experience.  A Master's degree will be an added advantage.
• At least 3-5 years of experience designing, managing, and implementing program monitoring and evaluation activities including:
  • Theory of change and M&E framework.
  • Community needs, baseline, endline, and data quality assessments.
  • Quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods research & evaluation studies.
  • Surveys, focus group discussions, observational data collection tools.
  • Learning and adapting processes and mechanisms.

• Domain expertise in data science, statistical analysis, and data visualization.
• Working knowledge of one or more data analysis and visualization libraries and packages used today, including PowerBi, R, Tableau, SQL Python, JavaScript, SPSS, Stata, MS Access.
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to summarize disparate information in a clear and concise manner.
• Demonstrated ability to build consensus, solve problems, and work collaboratively and effectively with other leaders, volunteers, and employees at all levels.
• Ability to thrive in a highly fluid environment and respond to changing requests.
• Good written and verbal cross-cultural communication skills.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English is required.
• Ability and willingness to travel in-country for up to 20 weeks per year. Most in-country trips require this person to ride long car rides on rough terrain and stand for extended periods of time.
• Commitment to ending the global water crisis.
• Authorization to work in Kenya.

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What is the opportunity?

The housekeeper will oversee the general cleanliness, food preparation, monthly budgeting and record keeping of all housekeeping operations and kitchen inventory, ensure adherence to hygienic and all GOK public health regulations and standards regarding food preparation and storage by performing tasks.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain a strong Christian witness and model servant leadership to colleagues, partners, the communities we serve, and the public.
• Planning, Preparation & Serving of meals.
• Planning for and purchasing of all food and necessary supplies to provide food service in a timely, healthy, and cost-effective manner.
• Providing upfront budget and make timely purchases of kitchen foodstuffs.
• Ensuring adequate and sufficient food for all staff.
• Practicing safe food handling, preparation, and storage.
• Preparing nutritious meals and snacks for staff on normal working days and during official organization functions. Prepares substitute items for those on restricted diets with clearance from their supervisor.
• Providing food at the dining table for all staff and distribution to assigned offices as requested.
• Preparing food for contracted staff working within the compound on specific days in consultation with the immediate supervisor.
• Preparing and packing food for staff requiring food for trip.
• Office Cleaning & Records keeping
• Maintaining a safe and clean sanitary kitchen, pantry, storage areas and utensils.
• Cleaning thoroughly and regularly the office compound, floors, windows, by sweeping, mopping, dusting, or scrubbing.
• Reporting any instances of damage and mismanagement to the line supervisor.
• Emptying and cleaning wastepaper baskets.
• Delivering waste material to designated collection points.
• Washing and replacing of curtains
• Keep a daily record of all menus and costs related to each specified meal.
• Fumigation of the offices
• Ensure Health & Safety regulations are followed by all staff and visitors.
• Any other duty as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

• KCSE certificate
• Prior housekeeping experience will be an added advantage.
• Qualified local residents are preferred.
• Valid food handling certificate
• Computer literate
• Good communication skills both in English and Kiswahili