Director Water and Irrigation Services at County Government of Kirinyaga

Job Description

Duties & Responsibilities

Coordinating and management of water and irrigation projects in the county.
Carrying out feasibility studies and research activities for various aspects of water, sewerages, and hydraulic systems.
Supervising the construction of water and sewerage works undertaken directly or by contract.
Formulating standards for irrigation and water management.
Interpreting and guiding the implementation of policies and programmes for irrigation and water management.
Establishing Irrigation and Water Management Information Systems for effective decision-making, organizing and facilitating irrigation and water management training programmes.
Participating in all budget-making processes and implementation regarding water and irrigation.
Overseeing the preparation of work plans, BQs, development plans, and their implementation.
Performing any other departmental-related duties signed by the supervisor.

Job Requirements

Be a Kenyan citizen.
Possess a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: – Irrigation Engineering, Soil, Water and Environmental Engineering, Hydrology & Water Resources Management, Civil Engineering, Agricultural Engineering or any other related field.
Master’s degree in the relevant discipline from a recognized institution is an added advantage.
Relevant working experience in water and irrigation for a minimum of ten (10) years in the private sector or served in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service.
Demonstrate a high degree of administrative capability, technical and professional competence as reflected in work performance and results.
Be registered with Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) or Kenya Engineering Technology Registration Board (KETRB)
Good public relations and resource mobilization skills.
Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
Satisfy the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.