Duties and Responsibilities

• Preparing professional and quality standards for construction of water supply and sewerage infrastructure;
• Overseeing the construction of water and sewerage works undertaken directly or by contract;
• Formulating, monitoring and evaluating requirements of physical and financial progress of development projects and programmes;
• Verifying technical tender documents on water supply and sewerage infrastructure;
• Overseeing the formulation of water pricing policies and strategies for rural, urban and waste water systems and liaising with development partners and other stakeholders in the water sector for effective formulation, planning, coordination and implementation of projects and programs.
• In addition the Director will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic plan and work plans; budgeting for the directorate and deployment, training and development of staff in the directorate.

Requirements and Appointment

For appointment to this grade and officer must have:-

• Served in the grade of Principal Superintending Engineer (Water and Sewerage) or in an equivalent and relevant position in a busy organization for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;
• Be registered by Engineers Registration Board of Kenya as an Engineer or relevant equivalent professional body;
• Current valid annual practicing Licence from the Engineers Registration Board of Kenya;
• A certificate of membership from the Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) or equivalent recognized board;
• A certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks or its equivalent from a recognized Institution;
• Have certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution;
• Have demonstrated general administrative ability required for direction, control and implementation of water and sewerage engineering programs and projects.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION TO ALL APPLICANTS

• A duly filled CPSB. 1 (2020) form, written application, CV, copies of certificates, testimonials and National Identity Card should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked on the left side, the position being applied for.
• All applications MUST be received
• Trans Nzoia County Public Service Board is an equal opportunity Employer, Persons with disability, marginalized and minorities are also encouraged to apply.
• ONLY applicants who meet ALL the requirements will be shortlisted and contacted.
• Shortlisted candidates MUST present their original Academic and Professional Certificates during the interview.
• ONLY successful candidates will be required to avail the following documents:
• Clearance from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB);
• Clearance from Criminal Investigations Department:
• Clearance from the Ethics and Anti–Corruption Commission (EACC).
• Clearance from Credit Reference Bureau (CRB):
• Clearance from Kenya Revenue Authority (Tax Compliance Certificate)

Hand delivered applications can be submitted at the County Public Service Board’s Office located next to Kenya Red Cross near St. Anthony Boys High School – Kitale.
THE SECRETARY
TRANS NZOIA COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD
P.O. BOX 4210 – 30200
KITALE.