Tanathi Water Services Board - Chief Manager Infrastructure Development, Chief Manager Utilities & Community Development, Chief Manager - Strategic Management and Corporate Planning, Chief Manager Finance and Administration (4 Posts)

Tanathi Water Services Board, is a state corporation under the Ministry of Water and Irrigation created under section 51 of the Water Act 2002 vide legal Notice No.69 dated 4th June 2008.

The board has the legal mandate of ensuring efficient and economical provision of water services within its area of jurisdiction which covers Kajiado, Makueni Machakos and Kitui Counties .

The Board is now seeking to recruit suitable candidates to fill the following positions.

Chief Manager Infrastructure Development

1 Post

Responsibilities:-

• Planning and design of water & sewerage infrastructures
• Preparation of proposals for investment for Donor project Funding
• Evaluation of proposals for tender documents and contract management
• Preparation of payment certificates
• Facilitation of appraisal missions and formulation
• Adhering to design and construction standards
• Monitoring & Evaluation of projects.
• Institutional support to WSPs/ community schemes
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

• Must have an Undergraduate University degree in civil engineering or its equivalent from a recognized Institution.
• A Masters Degree in Engineering, project management, or related field will be an added advantage.
• At least 10 years experience in busy organization 4 years of which must have served in a senior management position
• Experience in management of water and sanitation services which include project planning, design, monitoring and implementation of contracts and knowledge of water sector reforms
• Proven and demonstrated leadership, integrity , managerial , proficiency in AUTOCAD and administrative skills
• A registered engineer with ERB and corporate member of IEK will be an added advantage
• Aged 35 years and above

Chief Manager Utilities & Community Development

1 Post

Responsibilities:-

• Preparation of proposals for small scale water and sanitation facilities
• Supervision of consultancy Services.
• Supervision of Water Service Providers and small scale water service providers and harmonization of their services
• Coordination of Licensee and regulatory lease fees
• Facilitation of appraisal missions and formulation
• Preparation of rehabilitation /augmentation of water and sewerage systems
• Developing new water & sewerage schemes
• Monitoring & Evaluation of water service providers and small scale water service & community schemes
• Contracting of new Water Service Providers
• Institutional support to Water Service Providers / community schemes
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

• Must have a University degree in civil engineering or its equivalent from a recognized Institution.
• A masters Degree in Engineering, project management, or related field will be an added advantage.
• At least 10 years experience in busy organization 4 years of which must have served in a senior management position
• Experience in management of water and sanitation services which include operation & maintenance of water supplies
• Proven and demonstrated leadership, integrity , managerial, proficiency in AUTOCAD and administrative skills
• Effective interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills
• Aware of the Water Sector reforms guidelines for implementation
• Conversant with Corporate governance, service provision agreements conditional ties for water service providers.
• A registered engineer with ERB and corporate member of IEK will be an added advantage
• Aged 35 years and above

Chief Manager - Strategic Management and Corporate Planning

1 Post

Responsibilities:-

• Develop strategic plans, master plans and investment plans for the Board and Water Service Providers in line with the Vision 2030, MDGs and Ministry of Water –Supply and sanitation strategies.
• Create a positive corporate image of the Board with relevant Stakeholders.
• Responsible for public relations, customer service, corporate social responsibilities and communication.
• Responsible for in developing policies on environmental conservation and rain water harvesting.
• Responsible for Institutional development and capacity building to enhance output and productivity.
• Responsible for implementation of strategic plan and performance contracting.
• Responsible for strategic planning and projection to align the Board objectives to the Vision 2030 Ministry of Water Supply and sanitation strategies and realization of the MDGs.

Qualifications

• An Undergraduate University degree in civil engineering, economics, social sciences and business studies.
• Post graduate qualification in project management, economics, or strategic management.
• Masters Degree in Engineering, Project management, economics, or strategic management will be an added advantage.
• At least 8 years experience in busy organization 3 years of which must have served in a senior management position
• Experience in management of water and sanitation services which include project planning, design, monitoring and implementation of contracts and knowledge of water sector reforms
• Proven and demonstrated leadership, integrity, managerial, Professionalism and administrative and computer skills.
• Knowledge of Water sector reforms
• Aged 35 years and above.

Chief Manager Finance and Administration

1 Post

Responsibilities

• Efficient accounting systems and utilization of resources
• Maintenance of accurate accounting records and custody of accountable documents.
• Ensuring timely and accurate preparation of the payroll
• Analyzing performance in terms of revenue and expenditure
• Ensuring timely remittance of the statutory requirements to various bodies e.g. KRA, NHIF, SACCOs, RBA etc.
• Recording cash books and ledgers and ensuring accuracy in the input of data to computer.
• Ensuring that cash/ cheque received is banked as per approved procedures
• Ensuring preparation of accurate payment vouchers and accounting statements
• Ensuring proper human resource management
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Qualifications

• An undergraduate degree in accounting, economics, commerce or a business related field.
• A masters Degree in Finance, Economics and Accounting or its equivalent will be an added advantage.
• CPA (K).
• Registered Member of ICPAK.
• At least 10 years experience, of which 4 years must have been head of finance in a busy Organization.
• Aged 35 years and above

Interested candidates who meet the prescribed job requirements for the positions should forward their application enclosing copies of the following:

• Academic, professional certificates and testimonials.
• Detailed curriculum Vitae including details of telephone contact-mail address, current position and remuneration.
• Name and contacts of three referees to:

The Chief Executive Officer
Tanathi Water Services Board
KIDP Building Kalawa Road
Private Bag, Kitui, Kenya

Tel: 044 4422416. Fax: 044 4422108

Email: tanathiwsb@gmail.com

Website: www.tanathi.go.ke

Application for the above positions should be on or before 21st November 2011 at 4.00pm

Technical Services & Operations Chief Manager and ICT Officer - Ewaso Ngiro South Development Authority

ENSDA, one of the six Regional Development Authorities was established in 1989 by an Act of Parliament Cap 447 of the Laws of Kenya and started operations in 1991. The Authority covers Narok, Kajiado, parts of Nakuru and Nyandarua Counties.

The Authority’s mandate is to initiate, plan, implement and co-ordinate socio-economic development projects and programs within the region.

The Authority seeks to invite applications from qualified individuals for the following positions:

Chief Manager: Technical Services and Operations

Job Description

Reporting to the Managing Director, he/she will be responsible for:

• Provides technical direction for the development, design and system integration for service engagement from definition phase through to implementation
• Providing overall leadership, coordination, management and supervision of specific technical services and operations including engineering works.
• Co-ordinate and present abstraction and use of natural resources, especially water, within the area and to set up effective strategies of such abstractions and usage
• Cause and effect the construction of any works deemed necessary for the protection and utilization of the water and soils of the area.
• Spearhead and supervise identification, collection, collation and correlation of all such activities related to the use of water and other resources and also economic and related activities within the area as may be necessary for the efficient forward planning of the area.
• Account on the delivery of the set technical services and operations targets and provide regular monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
• Applies significant knowledge of industry trends and developments to improve service of the Authority.
• Reviews work development terms.
• Recognize system defencies and implements effective solutions for agricultural engineering, mining and environmental activities.
• Manage technical resources within budget and project schedule.
• Consistently delivers high quality services to the Authority and /or clients.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of a Master’s degree in Agricultural Engineering, Natural Resources, Civil Engineering or other related degree from recognized institution.
• Must be registered by ERB (Engineers Registration Board) in case of Engineers or demonstrate eligibility for registration.
• Must have served in a senior management position in the infrastructure sector in Kenya for at least 6 years.
• Demonstrated a clear understanding of the role of Regional Development in Kenya’s social economic development and particularly in line with vision 2030.
• Computer literate in AutoCAD and other computer Aided Design (CAD) engineering design programme.

Information Communication Technology Officer

Job Description

Reporting to the Chief Manager Planning, the ICT officer will be charged with the following:

• coordinating systems analysis, design and programme specifications;
• ensuring timely implementation and effective maintenance of systems;
• developing reports on Information Communication Technology (ICT) Standards and supervision of overall systems documentation:
• taking charge of Information Communication Technology equipment maintenance;
• preparing progress reports of the ICT equipment maintenance:
• evaluating and recommending on the suitability of Information Communication Technology equipment;
• training Information Communication Technology Hardware Personnel and users;
• designing Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN); and
• preparing Staff Performance reports.

Qualifications

Applicants for the position must have a Degree in any of the following fields:

• Computer Science/Information Communication Technology.
• Electronics/Electrical Engineering from a recognized Institution.

Experience

For appointment, one must have

• Served in the grade of Information Communication Technology Officer or an equivalent and relevant position in the Public Service or a reputable institution for a period of three (3) years.
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
• Demonstrated professional ability, initiative and competency in organizing and directing work.

These are senior positions which require the successful candidates to provide policy guidelines to staff under them and for the overall mandate of the respective departments.

Serving officers who meet the above qualifications and requirements are encouraged to apply.

An attractive remuneration package commensurate with responsibility of the job and experience of the individual will be offered to the right candidates.

The positions will be on contractual basis for three years renewable.

Interested candidates should apply stating their overall suitability for the position together with a detailed CV and photocopies of all testimonials that clearly addresses the ability to perform the key responsibilities to the address given below so as to reach the undersigned on or before 30th November 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Managing Director
Ewaso Ngiro South Development Authority
P.O. Box 213-20500
Narok

E-Mail: md.ensda@gmail.com

Director - Leather and Leather Products Institute (LLPI)

I. Introduction and Background

The Leather and Leather Products Institute was established in accordance with the Thirteenth Meeting of the Council of Ministers of the Preferential Trade Area for the Eastern and Southern African States, meeting in Arusha Tanzania, in 1988. The Headquarters of LLPI is in Addis Ababba, Ethiopia.

II. Duties of the Director (LLPI)

The Director will perform the following functions:

1. implement the decisions of the Board of Directors;
2. ensure proper functioning and development of the LLPI
3. be responsible for the proper management of the administration and finances of the LLPI;
4. collect, store and disseminate information relating to livestock population and its off-take rates, tanneries and leather products industries as well as material inputs for the leather products;
5. promote training of personnel for the leather industry at various levels including the levels of tannery supervisors, production managers, quality control specialists, skilled operators, leather technologist, leather goods technicians and designers and leather engineers for the maintenance of machinery and equipment for the manufacture of footwear and other leather products;
6. promote research and development along the value chain from hides and skins to finished products, work method and indigenous chemicals and materials used in leather manufacture, the testing and evaluation and development leather and leather products
7. promote the use of the know-how and transfer of technology on new leather and leather products design;
8. provide consultancy services to the leather industry;
9. conduct tailor made short courses based on the actual requirements of the industry in the sub-region;
10. prepare and submit the budget of the LLPI to the Board of Directors, prepare annual progress reports of the LLPI for submission to the Council of Ministers;
11. undertake, on his own initiative or as may be assigned to him/her by the Board of Directors, such work and studies and perform such services as they relate to the LLPI and the implementation of the provisions of the Charter; and

iii. Profile of the Director, LLPI

Professional Experience

The candidate should have 15 years of professional experience in the relevant field with at least 10 years of these held in high level management position.

The ideal candidate should have strong networking, advocacy, analytical, report writing and organizational skills with a good understanding of Regional Integration and economic development.

Qualifications

The candidate should possess a minimum of Post Graduate/Masters Degree in Business Management or Business Administration or relevant field with a degree in either Economics or Industrial Engineering with good working knowledge of the Leather sector.

A PhD would be an added advantage.

Language

The candidate should be conversant with either English or French while a working knowledge on the other language will be an added advantage.

iv. Duration and Location

The Director will serve for a term of four years and shall be eligible for re-appointment for a further period of four years. He/she will be based at LLPI headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

V. Reporting

The Director shall be the Principal Executive Officer of the LLPI and will report to the Board of Directors

Interested applicants should visit the COMESA website on www.comesa.int for more details, and download the employment application forms.

The filled application forms should be returned to:

The Office of Chief Economist,
Ministry of Trade
Telposta Towers, 17th Floor RM 1700
Nairobi, Kenya

Kindly note that application closes on 18th November 2011 at 1700 hours

KEMRI Research Scientists (Mental Health and Lifestyle / Non-Communicable Diseases)

The Kenya Medical research Institute (KEMRI) is a State Corporation established through the Science and Technology (Amendment) Act of 1979. It is one of the leading health research institutes in Africa responsible for carrying out research on human health.

KEMRI’s vision is to be a leading centre of excellence in the promotion of quality health and its mission is to improve on the quality of health and human life through research.

KEMRI seeks to recruit dynamic, innovative and experienced persons to fill the positions of Research Scientists in the following areas:

1) Mental Health (1 post)

2) Lifestyle/Non-Communicable Diseases (1 post)

Positions description:

The primary role of these positions is to increase the capacity in research on mental health and other lifestyle/ non communicable diseases at the institute cognizant of the expansion of the institute’s programs to include a stronger non communicable disease program focusing on diseases such as cancer, depression,schizophrenia, stress, alcohol and substance abuse, diabetes,
hypertension and other disorders.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Secure research grants, particularly those in areas of Non - Communicable Diseases, focusing on Mental Health Cancer, Lifestyle and other related fields.
• Support the development of a strong research program in Mental Health and Lifestyle/Non-Communicable Diseases at KEMRI.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Degree in Medicine and registered to practice by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board with current licensure
• Masters in Psychiatry (mandatory for post of Mental Health)
• MMed/PhD in public health/epidemiology or related field (Lifestyle/non•communicable diseases post)
• Sub specialization in management of substance abuse, oncology, metabolic disorders or other relevant field will be an advantage
• Management of mental health or other non communicable/ lifestyle diseases services in a large organization will be an advantage.
• Proven track record in attracting research grants (evidenced by grants and publications).
• Proven track record of mentorship
• Knowledge and skills in research including experience in conducting clinical trials is an advantage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Computer literacy
• Must have demonstrated exemplary leadership skills
• Must be a team player

Interested candidates who meet the above criteria should send their applications enclosing a detailed CV, copies of certified certificates, professional qualification, email address, a day time telephone contact and the details and contact information for three referees to the following address not later than 23rd of November, 2011

The Director
Kenya Medical Research Institute
P.O. Box 54840 – 00200, Nairobi
Attn: Head of Human Resources
Email : hrm@kemri.org