Job Title: Internal Auditor Scale: KW 6
Department: Directorate
Reporting to: Senior Internal Auditor
Qualifications
Must have;
* Bachelor’s degree in commerce - Accounting option.
* CPA(II) or its equivalent
Experience:Two years experience in a busy audit department.
Main Tasks
The officer will assist and be answerable to the Senior Internal Auditor in performing the following tasks;
* Examine and evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of the institute’s financial, operating and internal control systems.
* Undertake spot checks and special investigations
* Ensure the established systems and procedures are followed in accordance to Institute’s policies.
* Be involved in the preparation of timely financial audit reports
* Make recommendations on cost effective controls Knowledge and skills
* Computer literate and able to handle relevant computer packages
* Ability to communicate effectively
* Ability to work independently
Job Title: Principal Water Research Officer
Scale: KW 3
Department: Irrigation and Drainage
Reporting to: Deputy Director Research, Consultancy & Outreach Services
Qualifications
* Masters of Science degree in any of the following areas : Irrigation and Drainage, Water Engineering, Civil Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Statistics or related field from a recognized university;
* A Bachelor of Science Degree from a recognized University in any of the above mentioned disciplines
* Strategic leadership certificate
Experience
* At least five (5) years experience as a Senior Research Officer carrying out research in a water related field.
Knowledge and skills
* Merit and professional competence to undertake design and executing research projects in irrigation and drainage.
* Ability to present research findings in national and international research conference and symposia.
* Ability to manage human resources
* Ability to plan, conduct and evaluate research activities.
* Excellent facilitation and interpersonal communication skills.
* Ability to analyze statistical information for policy oriented research.
* In-depth knowledge of the water sector
* Ability to co-ordinate project teams
* Ability to handle multiple assignment and projects
* Marketing and customer liaison skills.
Main tasks
* Ensuring that targeted and policy oriented studies are carried out within the institutes financial resources
* Supervising and coordinating consultancy jobs that the Institute may be performing.
* Liaising with other institutions and ensuring acceptance and implementation of Institute’s policy guidelines on research.
* Developing policy papers leading to deliberations by the institute and recommendations for actions by the water researchers
* Data collection, analysis and archiving on irrigation and drainage
* Prepare work plans and annual budget for the department
Job Title: Senior Research Officer
Scale: KW 4
Department: Water Supply and sanitation
Reporting to: Head of Department Water Supply and sanitation
Qualifications
* Masters of Science degree in any of the following areas: Water Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Physical Science , Hydrology, Geology, Hydrogeology, Meteorology, Statistics or related field from a recognized university;
* A Bachelor of Science Degree from a recognized University in any of the following disciplines: Hydrology, Meteorology, Geology, Environmental Science, Statistics, Civil/Water Engineering , Physical science, Chemistry, Biology
* A post-graduate diploma in operational hydrology or Hydrogeology.
* Certificate in senior management course lasting not less than one month
Experience
* At least three (3) years as Water Research Officer carrying out research activities in his/her own discipline
Knowledge and skills
* Able to initiate and carry out research
* Interpersonal communication skills
* Knowledge of the water sector
* Ability to write research progress reports and present such reports in scientific forum
* Write viable research proposals
* Computer literacy
Main Tasks
* Initiating, planning, ensuring implementation and evaluation of water research projects in his/her field of specialization in both public and private sector.
* Organizing seminars, workshops, science parks, filed days, symposia for dissemination of research findings
* Designing methodologies of conducting targeted and policy oriented special studies to generate data for planning and management of programs within the water sector
* Ensuring protection of research findings (Copy Right and Patent Law implementation)
* Compiling technical information and developing software for water research coordination and data processing
Job Title: Research Officer
Scale: KW 5
Department: Water Resources and Environmental Management
Reporting to: Head of Department Water Resources and Environmental Management
Qualifications
A bachelor of science Degree from a recognized University in any of the following disciplines
* Water Engineering, Civil Engineering, Hydrology, Meteorology, Geology, Statistics, Hydrogeology, or Geophysics
* Plus at least a post- graduate diploma in hydrology or hydrogeology disciplines
Experience
* At least two (2) years carrying out groundwater survey in the field.
Knowledge and skills
* Able to initiate and carry out groundwater survey in the field.
* Interpersonal communication skills
* Knowledge of the water sector.
* Ability to write research progress reports and present such reports in scientific
* Write viable research proposals
* A breast with latest developments in his/her field of specialization
* Computer literate
* Experience in Management of consultancy and outreach
Main Tasks
* Initiating, planning, and ensuring implementation and evaluation of groundwater survey projects in both public and private sector.
* Monitor and evaluate research projects funded by the Institute, donors and private firms
* Upgrading of information on water research priorities in his/her field of specialization
* Compiling technical information and developing Software for water research coordination and data processing
* Manage consultancy and outreach
Job Title: Research Officer
Scale: KW 5
Department: Water Resources and Environmental Management
Reporting to: Head of Department Water Resources and Environmental Management
Qualifications
A bachelor of science Degree from a recognized University in any of the following disciplines
* Hydrology, Meteorology, Geology, Environmental Science and Civil Engineering
Experience
* At least two (2) years carrying out research activities in his/her discipline
Knowledge and skills
* Able to initiate and carry out research
* Interpersonal communication skills
* Knowledge of the water sector.
* Ability to write research progress reports and present such reports in scientific
* Write viable research proposals
* A breast with latest developments in his/her field of specialization
* Computer literate
* Experience in Management of consultancy and outreach
Main Tasks
* Initiating, planning, ensuring implementation and evaluation of water research projects in his/her field specialization in both public and private sector.
* Monitor and evaluate research projects funded by the Institute, donors and private firms
* Upgrading of information on water research priorities in his/her field of specialization
* Compiling technical information and developing Software for water research coordination and data processing
* Manage consultancy and outreach
Job Title: Research Assistant – Laboratory Technologist
Scale: KW 7
Department: Water Resources and Environmental Management
Reporting to: Head of Department Water Resources and Environmental Management
Qualifications
* Ordinary Diploma in any of the following fields: Laboratory Technology or their equivalent.
* Certificate in Computer applications
Experience
* Three (3) years experience in a laboratory dealing with water analysis.
Knowledge and skills
* Ability to use and maintain laboratory instruments
* Ability to compile data and arrange it in the desired manner
* Ability to work long hours
* Co-ordination and evaluation of field measurements
* Computer literate
Main Tasks
* Conduct measurements in the field and laboratory
* Operate and maintain various equipments
* Collect, archive and retrieve data
* Collecting , analyzing and computerizing data
Job Title: Store Clerk
Scale: KW 8
Department: Supplies’ and Chain Management
Reporting to: Procurement Officer
Qualifications
* Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean Grade C-(minus)
* A Certificate (CIPS) in Supplies Management or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution
* An Advanced Certificate (CIPS) in Supplies Management or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution.
Experience
* Three (3) years working experience in the relevant field preferably in the public sector or a large private sector enterprise.
Main Tasks
The officer will be answerable to the Procurement officer for the following:-
* Manage and be accountable for stocks authorized to stock.
* Keep stores clean and well arranged for easy management of stock.
* Observe re-order levels
* Update ledger cards regularly.
* Receive, account and issue goods.
* Collect undelivered goods
* Prepare local Purchase and service orders (LPO’s) and (LSO’s)
* Dispatch the orders to the Suppliers.
* Goods shall be transferred to the store.
* Process invoices for payment of suppliers and
* Preparation and maintenance of records under the supervision of a more experienced officer.
Job Title: Store Keeper
Scale: KW 7
Department: Supplies’ and Chain Management
Reporting to: Procurement Officer
Qualifications
* Must have served in the grade of Supply Chain Management Assistant II(Senior Storekeeper) or in a comparable and relevant position for a minimum period of three(3) years;
* A Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean Grade C
* Advanced Diploma (CIPS) in Supplies Management or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution.
* Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
Experience
* Three (3) years working experience in the relevant field preferably in the public sector or a large private sector enterprise.
Main Tasks
The officer will be answerable to the Procurement officer for the following:-
* Issuing and receiving and rationing of Stores
* Maintain records of inventory of stocks, issued stocks and balances
* Assisting in stock taking and reconciliation of stocks and prepare regular stock reports.
* Preparation and maintenance of records
* Effective storage, distribution and monitoring of stocks
* Acknowledge deliveries, initiation of payment processes for supplies and equipment
* Make recommendations for disposal of unserviceable and obsolete stores
* Carry out any other function and duties as provided under the Procurement and Disposal Act and Regulations/Manuals.
* Ensure that all procurement procedures are properly documented and records and procurement and disposal files are maintained in secure locations
Job Title: Technical Instructors (Survey)
Grade: KW 7
Reporting to:Various Heads of relevant departments
Qualifications
* Higher National Diploma or its equivalent from a recognized Institute in a relevant discipline
* To advance to grade KW 7 (Technical Instructor I) the staff must have served for at least two years as Technical Instructor II Job Title: Lecturer II (Hydrology/Water Resources Management; Irrigation and Drainage(2); Electrical/Mechanical
Scale: KW 6
Reporting to:Various Heads of Relevant Departments
Qualifications
(a) Promotion
For promotion to the grade of Lecturer II an officer must have served satisfactorily in the grade of Lecturer III for a minimum period of three (3) years or served in an equivalent grade in a training environment.
(b) Direct Appointment
* A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant lecturing field in any of the following disciplines: Water / Civil / Mechanical / Electrical / Irrigation Engineering, Hydrology, Water Resources, Geology, Hydrogeology, Chemistry, Land Surveying and Social Science, Environmental Science, Education, from a recognized University.
Experience
* This is also a direct entry grade in the Lecturer cadre.
* For promotion to this grade an officer should have at least three (3) years experience as a lecturer III or equivalent grade in a training environment.
Job Title: Laboratory Technologist II
Department: Water Resources and Environment
Reporting to: Heads of Department
Grade: KW 7
Qualifications
* Diploma in Applied Chemistry, Biochemistry or related disciplines.
Experience
* At least three (3) years in a Water Quality Laboratory.
Job Title: Administrative Officer
Department: Student Affairs
Reporting to: Registrar
Grade: KW 6
Qualification
* A Higher National Diploma in any of the following Personnel Management/Human Resource / Archives Records /C.P.A. I /C.P.S.
Experience
* Three years working experience in a relevant area.
Job Title: Information Technologist II
Department: Management & Information Technology
Reporting to: Head of Department
Grade: KW 7
Direct Entry
Higher National Diploma in Computer Science / ICT or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
Knowledge and Skills
* High level of Information Communication Technology skills.
* Able to maintain, repair and handle both the hardware and software.
* Interpersonal and Communication skills;
Main Tasks
The officer will assist and be answerable to the Chief Information Technologist in performing the following tasks:
* Analyzing, designing, coding, testing, implementing computer programmes providing user support
* Maintaining support systems and training of users
* Repairing and maintaining of ICT equipment and associated peripherals
* Receiving, installing and certifying of ICT equipment and configuring of new ICT equipment.
How to apply
All Applications should be sent to:
The Advertiser
P. O. Box 60013 - 00200
Nairobi
NB: Indicate the position (Job Title) applied for on the bottom-right side of the envelop
Applications to be submitted on or before 9th March 2012
Department: Directorate
Reporting to: Senior Internal Auditor
Qualifications
Must have;
* Bachelor’s degree in commerce - Accounting option.
* CPA(II) or its equivalent
Experience:Two years experience in a busy audit department.
Main Tasks
The officer will assist and be answerable to the Senior Internal Auditor in performing the following tasks;
* Examine and evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of the institute’s financial, operating and internal control systems.
* Undertake spot checks and special investigations
* Ensure the established systems and procedures are followed in accordance to Institute’s policies.
* Be involved in the preparation of timely financial audit reports
* Make recommendations on cost effective controls Knowledge and skills
* Computer literate and able to handle relevant computer packages
* Ability to communicate effectively
* Ability to work independently
Job Title: Principal Water Research Officer
Scale: KW 3
Department: Irrigation and Drainage
Reporting to: Deputy Director Research, Consultancy & Outreach Services
Qualifications
* Masters of Science degree in any of the following areas : Irrigation and Drainage, Water Engineering, Civil Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Statistics or related field from a recognized university;
* A Bachelor of Science Degree from a recognized University in any of the above mentioned disciplines
* Strategic leadership certificate
Experience
* At least five (5) years experience as a Senior Research Officer carrying out research in a water related field.
Knowledge and skills
* Merit and professional competence to undertake design and executing research projects in irrigation and drainage.
* Ability to present research findings in national and international research conference and symposia.
* Ability to manage human resources
* Ability to plan, conduct and evaluate research activities.
* Excellent facilitation and interpersonal communication skills.
* Ability to analyze statistical information for policy oriented research.
* In-depth knowledge of the water sector
* Ability to co-ordinate project teams
* Ability to handle multiple assignment and projects
* Marketing and customer liaison skills.
Main tasks
* Ensuring that targeted and policy oriented studies are carried out within the institutes financial resources
* Supervising and coordinating consultancy jobs that the Institute may be performing.
* Liaising with other institutions and ensuring acceptance and implementation of Institute’s policy guidelines on research.
* Developing policy papers leading to deliberations by the institute and recommendations for actions by the water researchers
* Data collection, analysis and archiving on irrigation and drainage
* Prepare work plans and annual budget for the department
Job Title: Senior Research Officer
Scale: KW 4
Department: Water Supply and sanitation
Reporting to: Head of Department Water Supply and sanitation
Qualifications
* Masters of Science degree in any of the following areas: Water Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Physical Science , Hydrology, Geology, Hydrogeology, Meteorology, Statistics or related field from a recognized university;
* A Bachelor of Science Degree from a recognized University in any of the following disciplines: Hydrology, Meteorology, Geology, Environmental Science, Statistics, Civil/Water Engineering , Physical science, Chemistry, Biology
* A post-graduate diploma in operational hydrology or Hydrogeology.
* Certificate in senior management course lasting not less than one month
Experience
* At least three (3) years as Water Research Officer carrying out research activities in his/her own discipline
Knowledge and skills
* Able to initiate and carry out research
* Interpersonal communication skills
* Knowledge of the water sector
* Ability to write research progress reports and present such reports in scientific forum
* Write viable research proposals
* Computer literacy
Main Tasks
* Initiating, planning, ensuring implementation and evaluation of water research projects in his/her field of specialization in both public and private sector.
* Organizing seminars, workshops, science parks, filed days, symposia for dissemination of research findings
* Designing methodologies of conducting targeted and policy oriented special studies to generate data for planning and management of programs within the water sector
* Ensuring protection of research findings (Copy Right and Patent Law implementation)
* Compiling technical information and developing software for water research coordination and data processing
Job Title: Research Officer
Scale: KW 5
Department: Water Resources and Environmental Management
Reporting to: Head of Department Water Resources and Environmental Management
Qualifications
A bachelor of science Degree from a recognized University in any of the following disciplines
* Water Engineering, Civil Engineering, Hydrology, Meteorology, Geology, Statistics, Hydrogeology, or Geophysics
* Plus at least a post- graduate diploma in hydrology or hydrogeology disciplines
Experience
* At least two (2) years carrying out groundwater survey in the field.
Knowledge and skills
* Able to initiate and carry out groundwater survey in the field.
* Interpersonal communication skills
* Knowledge of the water sector.
* Ability to write research progress reports and present such reports in scientific
* Write viable research proposals
* A breast with latest developments in his/her field of specialization
* Computer literate
* Experience in Management of consultancy and outreach
Main Tasks
* Initiating, planning, and ensuring implementation and evaluation of groundwater survey projects in both public and private sector.
* Monitor and evaluate research projects funded by the Institute, donors and private firms
* Upgrading of information on water research priorities in his/her field of specialization
* Compiling technical information and developing Software for water research coordination and data processing
* Manage consultancy and outreach
Job Title: Research Officer
Scale: KW 5
Department: Water Resources and Environmental Management
Reporting to: Head of Department Water Resources and Environmental Management
Qualifications
A bachelor of science Degree from a recognized University in any of the following disciplines
* Hydrology, Meteorology, Geology, Environmental Science and Civil Engineering
Experience
* At least two (2) years carrying out research activities in his/her discipline
Knowledge and skills
* Able to initiate and carry out research
* Interpersonal communication skills
* Knowledge of the water sector.
* Ability to write research progress reports and present such reports in scientific
* Write viable research proposals
* A breast with latest developments in his/her field of specialization
* Computer literate
* Experience in Management of consultancy and outreach
Main Tasks
* Initiating, planning, ensuring implementation and evaluation of water research projects in his/her field specialization in both public and private sector.
* Monitor and evaluate research projects funded by the Institute, donors and private firms
* Upgrading of information on water research priorities in his/her field of specialization
* Compiling technical information and developing Software for water research coordination and data processing
* Manage consultancy and outreach
Job Title: Research Assistant – Laboratory Technologist
Scale: KW 7
Department: Water Resources and Environmental Management
Reporting to: Head of Department Water Resources and Environmental Management
Qualifications
* Ordinary Diploma in any of the following fields: Laboratory Technology or their equivalent.
* Certificate in Computer applications
Experience
* Three (3) years experience in a laboratory dealing with water analysis.
Knowledge and skills
* Ability to use and maintain laboratory instruments
* Ability to compile data and arrange it in the desired manner
* Ability to work long hours
* Co-ordination and evaluation of field measurements
* Computer literate
Main Tasks
* Conduct measurements in the field and laboratory
* Operate and maintain various equipments
* Collect, archive and retrieve data
* Collecting , analyzing and computerizing data
Job Title: Store Clerk
Scale: KW 8
Department: Supplies’ and Chain Management
Reporting to: Procurement Officer
Qualifications
* Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean Grade C-(minus)
* A Certificate (CIPS) in Supplies Management or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution
* An Advanced Certificate (CIPS) in Supplies Management or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution.
Experience
* Three (3) years working experience in the relevant field preferably in the public sector or a large private sector enterprise.
Main Tasks
The officer will be answerable to the Procurement officer for the following:-
* Manage and be accountable for stocks authorized to stock.
* Keep stores clean and well arranged for easy management of stock.
* Observe re-order levels
* Update ledger cards regularly.
* Receive, account and issue goods.
* Collect undelivered goods
* Prepare local Purchase and service orders (LPO’s) and (LSO’s)
* Dispatch the orders to the Suppliers.
* Goods shall be transferred to the store.
* Process invoices for payment of suppliers and
* Preparation and maintenance of records under the supervision of a more experienced officer.
Job Title: Store Keeper
Scale: KW 7
Department: Supplies’ and Chain Management
Reporting to: Procurement Officer
Qualifications
* Must have served in the grade of Supply Chain Management Assistant II(Senior Storekeeper) or in a comparable and relevant position for a minimum period of three(3) years;
* A Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean Grade C
* Advanced Diploma (CIPS) in Supplies Management or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution.
* Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
Experience
* Three (3) years working experience in the relevant field preferably in the public sector or a large private sector enterprise.
Main Tasks
The officer will be answerable to the Procurement officer for the following:-
* Issuing and receiving and rationing of Stores
* Maintain records of inventory of stocks, issued stocks and balances
* Assisting in stock taking and reconciliation of stocks and prepare regular stock reports.
* Preparation and maintenance of records
* Effective storage, distribution and monitoring of stocks
* Acknowledge deliveries, initiation of payment processes for supplies and equipment
* Make recommendations for disposal of unserviceable and obsolete stores
* Carry out any other function and duties as provided under the Procurement and Disposal Act and Regulations/Manuals.
* Ensure that all procurement procedures are properly documented and records and procurement and disposal files are maintained in secure locations
Job Title: Technical Instructors (Survey)
Grade: KW 7
Reporting to:Various Heads of relevant departments
Qualifications
* Higher National Diploma or its equivalent from a recognized Institute in a relevant discipline
* To advance to grade KW 7 (Technical Instructor I) the staff must have served for at least two years as Technical Instructor II Job Title: Lecturer II (Hydrology/Water Resources Management; Irrigation and Drainage(2); Electrical/Mechanical
Scale: KW 6
Reporting to:Various Heads of Relevant Departments
Qualifications
(a) Promotion
For promotion to the grade of Lecturer II an officer must have served satisfactorily in the grade of Lecturer III for a minimum period of three (3) years or served in an equivalent grade in a training environment.
(b) Direct Appointment
* A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant lecturing field in any of the following disciplines: Water / Civil / Mechanical / Electrical / Irrigation Engineering, Hydrology, Water Resources, Geology, Hydrogeology, Chemistry, Land Surveying and Social Science, Environmental Science, Education, from a recognized University.
Experience
* This is also a direct entry grade in the Lecturer cadre.
* For promotion to this grade an officer should have at least three (3) years experience as a lecturer III or equivalent grade in a training environment.
Job Title: Laboratory Technologist II
Department: Water Resources and Environment
Reporting to: Heads of Department
Grade: KW 7
Qualifications
* Diploma in Applied Chemistry, Biochemistry or related disciplines.
Experience
* At least three (3) years in a Water Quality Laboratory.
Job Title: Administrative Officer
Department: Student Affairs
Reporting to: Registrar
Grade: KW 6
Qualification
* A Higher National Diploma in any of the following Personnel Management/Human Resource / Archives Records /C.P.A. I /C.P.S.
Experience
* Three years working experience in a relevant area.
Job Title: Information Technologist II
Department: Management & Information Technology
Reporting to: Head of Department
Grade: KW 7
Direct Entry
Higher National Diploma in Computer Science / ICT or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
Knowledge and Skills
* High level of Information Communication Technology skills.
* Able to maintain, repair and handle both the hardware and software.
* Interpersonal and Communication skills;
Main Tasks
The officer will assist and be answerable to the Chief Information Technologist in performing the following tasks:
* Analyzing, designing, coding, testing, implementing computer programmes providing user support
* Maintaining support systems and training of users
* Repairing and maintaining of ICT equipment and associated peripherals
* Receiving, installing and certifying of ICT equipment and configuring of new ICT equipment.
How to apply
All Applications should be sent to:
The Advertiser
P. O. Box 60013 - 00200
Nairobi
NB: Indicate the position (Job Title) applied for on the bottom-right side of the envelop
Applications to be submitted on or before 9th March 2012
