Lake Victoria South Water Services Board (LVSWSB) was established on 12th March 2004 vide gazette notice No.1714 under the Water Act 2002 as a State Corporation.It is responsible for the provision of efficient and economical Water and Sanitation Services in Kisumu, Kericho, Bomet, Kisii, Nyamira, Migori, Homa Bay, Siaya and some parts of Nandi and Narok Counties.
Lake Victoria South Water Services Board wishes to recruit a self-driven; result oriented, highly motivated and qualified person to fill the following vacant position:
1. Corporate Communications Officer
Ref: HR. 6/07/2015
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be reporting to Chief Manager Corporate planning and be responsible for the following functions:-
Building and maintaining good corporate image of the Board.
Articulation of the Boards position on various issues to the public.
Development and implementation of public relations activities in the Board.
Planning and executing external communication including a proactive media relations strategy.
Developing communication strategies, materials, stocking and maintaining of the Board resource Centre.
Preparing publications of newsletters and other information materials.
Co-ordination of corporate events and corporate social responsibility activities.Requirements for Appointment
The successful candidate must have the following qualifications:-
A Bachelors’ Degree in Journalism or Mass Communication with at least 3 years’ experience in Corporate Communications in a busy institution.
Possession of Post Graduate Diploma in Public Relations will be an added advantage.
Have demonstrated high professional skills in corporate communications.
Have good interpersonal relations and be fluent in both written and spoken English and Kiswahili.
Be proficient in Information Technology skills.2. Manager - Urban Water Service Providers
Ref: HR. 5/07/2015
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be reporting to the Chief Manager Technical Services and be responsible for:-
Design, planning, Development and supervision of water and sanitation projects
Developing and licensing Urban Water Service Providers
Preparation of Service Provision Agreements (SPA).
Supporting Water Service Providers in developing and implementing strategies for improving the provision of water and sanitation services.
Monitoring of Water Service Providers to ensure provision of quality, economical and efficient water and sanitation service.
Ensuring compliance with Service Provision Agreements by Water Service Providers.
Support the water service providers in formulating water tariffs.
Assist in the follow up of WSPs obligation to servicing of loans through periodic remission of loan repayments.
Monitor regulation of WSPs and draw up technical assistance plans for improvement of water supply and sanitation services for the Board e.g. non-revenue water management systems.Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this position the successful candidate must:-
Have at least a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or its equivalent.
Have at least 5 years’ experience in water and sanitation project design, implementation and management.
Have at least 2 years’ experience in management of a water utility or related infrastructural field.
Should be familiar with water service providers regulatory frame work, including preparation and execution of Service Provision Agreements.
Be a graduate Engineer with Engineering Registration Board of Kenya with or seeking corporate membership of IEK.
Have computer knowledge
Have good communication and interpersonal skills.3. Manager - Planning and Design
Ref: HR. 4/07/2015
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be reporting to Chief Manager Technical Services and be responsible for:
Engineering planning, designing and implementing cost effective water and sanitation infrastructure aimed at expanding coverage and efficient service delivery.
Ensuring growth and sustainability of existing and new water and sanitation projects by developing strategies and proposals for improvement or development of new ones.
Provide technical assistance to stakeholders in engineering, project design and implementation
Carrying out project identification, feasibility study, preparation of tender documents and project appraisals.
Assist development of strategic and business plans.
Assist in preparing, coordinating implementation, monitoring and reporting the progress of the Board’s performance contract.
Monitoring implementation of projects and ensure timely delivery of performance targets.
Assist in developing project proposals in liaison with stake holders and development partners.
Assist in developing project financial projections /proposals for use in sourcing for project funds.Required Qualifications
For appointment to this position the successful candidate must:-
Have a Bachelor of Science Degree in civil Engineering from a recognized University.
Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or its equivalent will be an added advantage.
Have at least 8 years’ experience in water and sanitation project planning, design, implementation and management, with at least 3 years hands on experience in design office practice and supervision of civil engineering works.
Have experience in contract management.
Experience in managing engineering design office or in charge of design team will be an added advantage
Be a registered Engineer with EBK or a member of IEK
Knowledge of AutoCAD or other design software (water) is mandatory.
He or she should have initiative, a sense of competitive drive, and the ability to stay focused to achieving board objectives.4. Chief Manager - Corporate Planning
Ref: HR. 3/07/2015
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be on three (3) years renewable contract terms of service and will report to Chief Executive Officer.
He or she will perform the following duties and responsibilities.
Managing the overall business planning of the Board.
Providing strategic thinking and forward planning/forecasting.
Co-ordination of the implementation of the Board’s strategic plan.
Carrying out feasibility study and determining viability of projects.
Carrying out project planning, appraisal, evaluation and monitoring.
Carrying out research and development activities
Monitoring and evaluation of the Board’s overall performance and preparation of performance reports.
Preparation of periodic reviews on programme implementation, updating of performance indicators and making short and long term planning on projects.
Coordinate Board corporate affairs which include legal, corporate communication and Board affairs.
Monitoring of adherence to the Board’s customer service standards.Requirements for appointment
Be a holder of Bachelor’s degree in Economics or any other equivalent qualifications
Post graduate diploma in Statistics, Economics or Planning and/or Masters in Economics or Planning will be an added advantage.
Have at least 8 years’ experience in a large corporate organization three of which should be in Corporate and Business planning.
Be proficient in IT knowledge5. Chief Manager Finance
Ref: HR. 2/07/2015
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be on three (3) years renewable contract terms of service and will report to Chief Executive Officer.
He or she will perform the following duties and responsibilities.
Formulation and implementation of sound financial policies, procedures, strategies and systems.
Manage financial resources effectively and efficiently through the development of activity based budgets and implementation of strict budgetary control measures.
Analyzing the Board’s financial reports and advising management on appropriate financial performance improvement strategies.
Manage daily financial transactions and ensures that they are carried out in accordance with acceptable accounting standards and statutory requirements.
Work with different departments in the Board in evaluating the budget and ensuring that budgetary provisions are adhered to.
Managing all the Board’s internal and external financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting requirements.
Overseeing the production of timely and accurate monthly, quarterly and annual financial management accounts and other reports.
Overseeing procurement activities and ensuring procurement procedures and regulations are adhered to.Required Skills and Qualifications
For appointment to this position the successful candidate must:-
Have a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting or Finance Option) from a recognized University and CPA (K).
Have work experience in ERP system or any other relevant accounting system.
Master’s Degree in Business Administration (Finance option) from a reputable university is an added advantage.
Have at least 10 years’ experience in finance management in a busy organization preferably a public institution.
Must be a member of ICPAK
Experience in management of donor funds will be an added advantage.
Have good cash management skills and experience in tax management.
Have effectively coordinated internal and external audits in the past.
Have a good experience in preparation of final accounts according to the PFM Act.6. Chief Manager - Technical Services
Ref: HR. 1/07/2015
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be on three (3) years renewable contract terms of service and will report to Chief Executive Officer.
He or she will perform the following duties and responsibilities.
Coordinating all technical activities related to Planning, design and construction of Water and Sanitation facilities in the Board area.
Ensuring design, construction and maintenance standards are adhered to and maintained.
Development and coordination of Boards strategic and business plans for development of water and sanitation infrastructure in the Board area.
Designing and developing cost effective models for water appropriation, storage purification and distribution.
Designing and implementing strategies for continuous operational efficiency and sustainability of water and sanitation facilities.
Developing and contracting sustainable and viable Water Service Providers in urban and rural schemes.
Preparation of contract documents, reports and other statutory documents required by Government or development partners.
Development of project proposals and liaising with development partners for funding
Ensure effective supervision and monitoring of urban and rural water service providers
Preparing, executing and enforcing compliance to water and sanitation service agreements.Required Qualifications
For appointment to this post the successful candidate must:-
Have at least a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering.
Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering or its equivalent will be an added advantage.
Have at least 10 years’ experience in water and sewerage project design, implementation and management, four (4) years of which should have been in a senior management position.
Have experience in contract management.
Be a registered Engineer with EBK and or a corporate member of IEK.
Be proficient in use of computer packages.How to Apply
If you meet the requirements for any of the above positions, please send your application attaching a detailed CV, certified copies of academic/professional certificates and testimonials stating your current position, remuneration and telephone contact to the following address by 13th August 2015, indicating “ Ref; No. of the specific job ” on the envelop.
LVSWSB is an equal opportunity employer
Persons with disability, women and minority groups are encouraged to apply.
We are committed to the eradication of all forms of corruption in the Board.
Chief Executive Officer,
Lake Victoria South Water Services Board,
Lavictors House Off-Ring Road Milimani,
P. O. Box 3325,
Kisumu
Email: info@lvswaterboard.go.ke
