Ongoing Recruitment

Trans Nzoia County Water & Sanitation Company Ltd (formerly known as Trans Nzoia County Water and Sewerage Company Ltd) was incorporated on 2nd July, 2020 under Companies Act, 2015. The company started its operations on 1st July 2024, following declustering of Nzoia Water Services Company Limited. The company is fully owned by the County Government of Trans Nzoia.

We are currently recruiting for the following positions:

Chief Manager Technical Services (Full Time, Qualification: BA/BSc/HND, MBA/MSc/MA, Location: Kitale, Job Field: Strategic and Top Management)

Responsibilities:

Providing strategic and technical leadership in the Technical Services Department to ensure provision of high-quality services to customers. Steering the development of departmental policies, procedures and actions plans in line with the Company mission and objectives. Overseeing sourcing, production, treatment and distribution of water; Overseeing proper treatment and disposal of wastewater; Overseeing maintenance of the water infrastructure; Coordinating monitoring water levels in all the company’s storage reservoirs on daily basis; Overseeing accurate preparation of water production and supply statistics; Overseeing preparation of comprehensive departmental reports, procurement plans and budgets, to Managing Director to facilitate decision-making; Ensuring that water and sewerage infrastructure is operated and maintained to the required standards; Providing technical expertise and advice on the acquisition of contractors and consultants for major works; Implementation of the Strategic Plan, work plan and performance targets; Optimal utilization and supervision of staff within the Division; Providing overall supervision of major works; Management of Non-Revenue Water; Enhancing research and innovation; Overseeing the planning and coordination of quality, maintenance and engineering (capacity works) related issues.

Person Specification:

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: Master’s degree in engineering (Civil/Water) from a recognized Institution. Bachelor’s Degree (Civil/Water) from a recognized Institution. Twelve (12) years’ cumulative relevant work experience, five (5) of which should have been in a management position. Certificate of Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized Institution. Must be registered with Engineers Board of Kenya. Member of Institute of Engineers Kenya. Valid practicing license. Certificate in Computer Applications.

Manager, Water and Wastewater (Full Time, Qualification: BA/BSc/HND, MBA/MSc/MA, Experience: 10 years, Location: Kitale, Job Field: Engineering / Technical)

Duties and Responsibilities:

Ensuring optimization of water treatment and water quality control processes; Recommending and implementing departmental goals and objectives; Establishing operational standards and methods for water and wastewater treatment and distribution system; Developing and implementing policies and procedures; Directing the preparation and periodic updates to the water quality monitoring program in collaboration with the Laboratory Services; Ensuring implementation of quality assurance/quality control measures consistent with certification requirements; Ensuring that water and sewerage infrastructure is operated and maintained to the required standards; Evaluating plant and distribution system operations and recommends and prioritizes upgrades, major modifications, and repairs of water treatment, distribution, and storage facilities; Making budget recommendations to the Chief Manager Technical Services; Scheduling and assigning work and conduct performance appraisals; Developing operational and maintenance programs and ensuring implementation; Monitoring water distribution systems and ensure timely response to anomalies; Identifying areas of the network that require replacement or rationalization; Ensuring preparation of daily, weekly and monthly reports and submit them to Corporate Management Team (CMT); Planning, organizing, and directing the day-to-day operation of the wastewater treatment plant; Determining service levels and establishing operating criteria for operators; Reviewing operation and recommending facility improvements; Providing overall supervision of major works.

Person Specification:

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: A minimum of Ten (10) years cumulative relevant work experience three (3) years of which should have been Senior Principal Officer or a comparable position. Master’s Degree from a recognized Institution shall be an added advantage. Bachelor’s degree in water/ civil engineering from a recognized Institution. Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized Institution. Must be registered with Engineers Board of Kenya. Being proficient in Computer Applications.

Chief Manager Commercial and Corporate Affairs (Full Time, Qualification: BA/BSc/HND, MBA/MSc/MA, Experience: 12 years, Location: Kitale, Job Field: Strategic and Top Management)

Duties and Responsibilities:

Formulation and implementation of strategic measures to improve billing efficiency, revenue collection and debt management. Enhancing efficient customer management; Ensuring company brand and visibility; Ensuring proper stakeholder engagement programs; Developing strategies to optimize the operations of the metering sections; Developing and implementing strategies for reducing commercial NRW. Developing and implementing strategies for increasing the company revenues base. Ensuring that strategies that enhance speedy and efficient collection of revenue due to the company are developed. Monitoring implementation of strategies to increase revenue growth and guiding on the implementation on the same. Following up on major government institutions debts; Engaging strategic public and private partners through writing and presenting proposals for viable commercial projects. Ensuring prompt resolution of customer complaints; Formulating and implementing communication strategy; Formulating and implementing a customer care strategy; Coordinating and organizing protocol functions and other events of the Company; Facilitating the development and dissemination of Information, Education, Communication (IEC) materials; Ensuring effective implementation of CSR activities; Coordinating implementation of Pro-poor initiatives.

Person Specifications:

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: Master’s degree in business administration, Mass Communication, Marketing, Public Relations or its equivalent. Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Mass Communication, Marketing, Public Relations or its equivalent. At least twelve (12) years of experience, five (5) of which should have been in a managerial role; Certificate of Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized Institution. Membership to a professional body where applicable and in good standing.

Manager, Finance and Accounts (Full Time, Qualification: BA/BSc/HND, MBA/MSc/MA, Professional Certificate, Experience: 10 years, Location: Kitale, Job Field: Finance / Accounting / Audit)

Duties and Responsibilities:

Coordinating implementation of financial regulations, policies, strategies and plans. Coordinating preparation of annual budgets in liaison with Research, Planning and Strategy Division; Ensuring effective and efficient use of financial resources. Ensuring maintenance of proper books of accounts and other financial records. Ensuring maintenance of accurate and complete financial records of the Company and regularly review the financial system. Ensuring compliance with applicable financial statutory obligations and circulars. Ensuring financial systems are fully implemented to serve the objectives and goals of the organization. Ensuring preparation and submitting of financial statutory reports. Ensuring timely, accurate preparation of expenditure reports from departments and sections; Preparing Divisional Board Papers. Coordinating budget implementation, monitoring and review. Coordinating preparation of the financial reports, financial statements and submission to relevant institutions. Managing accounting information, which includes coordination and rationalization of estimates, annual appropriation and fund accounts, cash flow control and cost analysis; Coordinating the staff training and development in the division. Setting targets for the accountants and evaluating achievements. Coordinating staff appraisal and performance management. Coordinating performance contract implementation for the division. Organizing and coordinating responses to internal and external audit queries; Interpreting financial policies, regulations, and procedures for sound accounting principles, practices and control and management of corporate tax, vat and other statutory deductions.

Person Specification:

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or business management (Finance or Accounting option), Commerce (Finance or Accounting option) or other equivalent qualifications from a recognized Institution. Master’s degree in business administration or business management (Finance or Accounting option), Commerce (Finance or Accounting option) or other equivalent qualifications from a recognized Institution will be an added advantage. Certified Public Accountants (CPA K) or equivalent from recognized institution. Registered with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) and in good standing. Ten (10) years’ cumulative relevant work experience, three (3) of which should have been as a Principal Officer or comparable position. Certificate of Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized Institution. Certificate in computer applications. Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Manager, Internal Audit (Full Time, Qualification: BA/BSc/HND, MBA/MSc/MA, Experience: 10 years, Location: Kitale, Job Field: Finance / Accounting / Audit)

Duties and responsibilities at this level entail:

The duties and responsibilities of the Manager Risk and Internal Audit will entail; Assess compliance with existing laws, regulations, policies, plans and procedures, accounting standards and contractual obligations; Evaluating the systems established to ensure compliance with those policies, plans, procedures, laws, and regulations, which could have a significant impact on the organization; Providing independent assurance to the Board of directors and management on the implementation and effectiveness of the internal control systems; Follow up implementation of Internal and external audit recommendation and Board of Directors resolutions; Offer secretarial services to the Risk & Audit Committee of the Board; Examine accounting systems and procedures in the company’s departments/sections to determine adequacy of internal controls/checks and recommend appropriate measures; Coordinate the implementation of the annual staff training and development programs; Evaluating risk exposure relating to achievement of the organization’s strategic objectives; Lead the audit teams in the implementation of annual risk based audit plans, and ensure it is effectively and efficiently implemented; Participate in the investigation of significant suspected fraudulent activities within the company and notify management and the audit committee of the results; Develop and implement the use of innovative approaches in performing independent assessment of systems, controls and efficiencies guided by professional standards; Participate in Adhoc policy formulation committees for quality assurance; Develop in conjunction with management, a risk profile for each business unit within the company; Conduct risk assessments and recommend controls to be put in place to eliminate/mitigate those risks; Prepare and submit quarterly audit findings and annual audit reports.

Person Specification:

Bachelor’s degree in commerce, Finance, Accounting /Business management/ Business administration from a recognized Institution. A minimum of ten (10) years cumulative relevant work experience three (3) years of which should have been as a Senior Principal Officer or a comparable position. Master’s Degree from a recognized Institution shall be an added advantage. Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized Institution. Member of Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Must have a valid practicing license. Certified Public Accountant-CPA K. Certificate in Computer Applications.

Manager Human Resource and Administration (Full Time, Qualification: BA/BSc/HND, MBA/MSc/MA, Experience: 10 years, Location: Kitale, Job Field: Human Resources / HR)

Duties and Responsibilities:

Coordinating the development and implementation of appropriate human resource policies, rules and regulations; effective organization and administration of Human Resource Management including appropriate human resource management policies, rules and regulations in Company for effective performance and productivity; facilitating recruitment, placement, training and development of staff; carrying out training needs assessment; Coordinating the development and implementation of human resource plans; Monitoring the implementation of performance management systems; analyzing the staffing levels in the Company and recommending proposals for succession planning and proper deployment; Coordinating the development and implementation of staff benefit schemes, reward systems and pension management; Coordinating staff welfare, health and safety and management of outsourced services such as cleaning and security; Overseeing the provision of cross-functional administrative matters including office services, maintenance and management of transport services among others; Coordinating the implementation of effective maintenance, storage and security of employee records to ensure integration and confidentiality of data and information on staff; Coordinating training and development functions of the Company; Overseeing the recruitment process, coordinate induction program for new staff, and providing full briefing to staff on human resource policy guidelines as well as benefits; Overseeing development, reviewing and implementation of performance management system; Overseeing development and maintenance of human resource management information system; Ensuring compliance with Human Resource and Administration statutory and regulatory requirements; Coordinating preparation of human resource budget and Management of the payroll; Coordinate the design, implementation and periodic review of security systems; Promoting cordial employee relations, values and work ethics in the Company; Overseeing the implementation of the recommendations of employee satisfaction survey and work environment survey; Overseeing the Administration and Records Management functions of the Company; Providing Secretariat services to Human Resource Advisory Committee; Coordinating preparation and submission of quarterly reports on administration within the Company; Coordinating the development and implementation of grievance handling mechanisms; Coordinating office management services, office accommodation, transport and logistics; Coordinating Investigation of incidences of security lapse in the Company in liaison with the Police and other security agencies; Coordinating acquisition of legal documents such as motor vehicle and assets insurances and licenses in liaison with the Legal unit and other relevant agencies; Ensuring safe custody of the Company assets.

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