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Assistant Technician -Kitale NGO Job Water Mission

at Assistant Technician -Kitale
Location MOMBASA, Kenya
Date Posted July 31, 2025
Category Communication
Construction
Engineering
Management
NGO
Job Type Full-time
Currency KES

Description

Responsibilities

  • Maintain a strong Christian witness and model servant leadership to colleagues, partners, the communities we serve, and the public.

Other Responsibilities

The following list is meant to be a guideline:

  • 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, maintain and repair  water treatment systems including pumps, filters, chlorinators, and solar panels.
  • Install water, maintain and repair 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.
  • Conduct troubleshooting and repair work on solar energy RWC systems,including identifying and resolving issues related to wiring, connections, and equipment malfunctions.
  • 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.
  • Fluency in written and spoken English and Swahili is required.
  • Diploma in engineering (Civil, Environmental, electrical, or Electro-mechanical Engineering).
  • T1/T2 EPRA solar license [or registered electrical worker] is preferred.
  • Experience of at least 1 years in a technical field (preferably related to Water Systems).
  • Specialized technical skills (such as plumbing, welding, electrical).
  • Driver’s license required [Class B].
  • Advanced skills with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and drafting programs (AutoCAD/PowerCADD, SolidWorks/ProE).
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Qualified local candidates are encouraged to apply.
  • Legal authorization to work in Kenya without sponsorship.

 

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