Jobs at kenya Water Institute- Technical Instructors

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

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

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Jobs at kenya Water Institute- Store Keeper

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

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

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Store Clerk Jobs at kenya Water Institute

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.

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

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Jobs at kenya Water Institute- Research Assistant

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

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

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Research Jobs at kenya Water Institute

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

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

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Jobs at kenya Water Institute- Research Officer

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

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

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Human Resource Assistant Jobs at kenya Water Institute

Job Title : Human Resources Assistant –
Scale: KW 7
Department : Human Resources and Administrative
Services
Reporting to : Human Resource Officer
Qualification
• K.C.S.E. Grade C- or its approved equivalent.
• Higher Diploma in any of the following: Personnel
Management/Human Resources
• Proficiency in Computer operation.
Experience
Three (3) years working experience in a relevant field.
Knowledge and Skills
• Ability to Communicate effectively
• Good interpersonal relationship
• Be able to work under minimum supervision
Promotion
For promotion to this grade an officer must have:-
• Served in the Grade of Clerical Officer or a
comparable and relevant position in the Public
Service for a minimum period of 3 years; and
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work
performance and results.
Main Tasks
The officer will be answerable to the Human
Resource Officer for the following:-
JOB VACANCIES


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

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Jobs at kenya Water Institute- Administrative Services

Job Title:
Assistant Scale: KW 7
Department : Human Resources and Administrative
Services
Reporting to : Senior Administrative Services
Manager
Qualification
• Diploma in Human Resource Management
/Personnel Management
• Supervisory Management /Administrative course
from a recognized Institution
• Proficiency in computer application.
Experience
Three (3) years working experience in a relevant field.
Knowledge and Skills
• Ability to Communicate effectively
• Good interpersonal relationship
• Be able to work under minimum supervision
Main Tasks
The officer will be answerable to the Senior
Administrative Services Manager for the
following:-
• Coordinating for security, cleaning, and office
services.
• Responsible of office accommodation
• Coordinate all personnel communications.
• Assist in Planning office accommodation and lay out
• Supervise the work of the Institute cleaners,
gardeners and security guards.
• Ensure that a high standard of cleanliness is
maintained and that the gardens are kept clean and
tidy.


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

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Kenya Water Institute Jobs Vacancies

Job Title: Senior Administrative Services
Officer Scale: KW 4
Department : Human Resources and Administrative
Services
Reporting to : Human Resources and Administrative
Services Manager
Qualification
• Masters degree and a bachelor degree in Social
Sciences or its equivalent from a recognized
Institution.
• Higher diploma in Human Resource Management
/Personnel Management
• Administrative course lasting not less than one(1)
month
• Proficiency in computer application from a
recognized Institution.
Experience
Three (3) years working experience in a relevant field.
Knowledge and Skills
• Ability to Communicate effectively
• Good interpersonal relationship
• Be able to work under minimum supervision
Promotion
For promotion to this grade an officer must have:-
• Masters degree and a bachelor degree in Social
Sciences or its equivalent from a recognized
Institution.
• Served in the Grade of Administrative Assistant or a
comparable and relevant position in the Public
Service for a minimum period of 3 years; and
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work
performance and results.
Main Tasks
The officer will be answerable to the Human
Resources and Administration Manager for the
following:-
• Ensuring smooth provision of security, cleaning,
transport, office services.
• In charge of office accommodation
• Maintenance of an up to date and accurate register
of all equipment, furnishings, fittings and vehicles;
• Monitor drivers conduct, Mechanics and security
officers performance of their duties as required and
fuel consumption.
• Coordinate all personnel communications.
• Planning office accommodation and lay out and
allocation
• Supervision of secretarial and other administrative
personnel.
• Liaise with the local contractors and suppliers in the
discharge of maintenance of Furniture & Fittings.
• Ensure that a high standard of cleanliness is
maintained and that the gardens are kept clean and
tidy in the Institutes compound
• Maintenance of adequate insurance coverage at all
times.
• Prepare a status report on all Institutes’ assets.
• Liaise with security service companies and ensure
that there is adequate security.

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

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Jobs at kenya Water Institute

Job Title: Transport Officer

Transport Officer at Kenya Water Institute in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Career and Vacancies

Kenya Water Institute invites applications for the following vacant positions:

TRANSPORT OFFICER

Scale: KW 7
Department: Human Resources and Administrative Services
Reporting to: Senior Administrative Services Officer

Qualification

* Diploma in Fleet/ Logistics Management
* Supervisory Management /Administrative course from a recognized Institution
* Proficiency in computer application.
* Certificate in Vehicle Mechanics will be an added advantage.

Experience
Three (3) years working experience in a relevant area.

Knowledge and Skills

* Ability to Communicate effectively
* Good interpersonal relationship
* Be able to work under minimum supervision
* Computer Literate.

Main Tasks
The officer will be answerable to the Senior Administrative Services Officer for the following:-

* Renewal ,safekeeping and authorization of work tickets
* Safe keeping of Bon Voyage fuel cards
* Overseeing Vehicle handover from driver to driver
* Documentation and maintaining all transport related records.
* Ensure Maintenance and repair of all vehicles
* Ensuring compliance of traffic rules
* Acquisition of vehicle insurance
* Processing of vehicle fuel vouchers and follow up on their payments

All Applications should be sent to:

THE ADVERTISER
P. O. Box 60013 – 00200 GPO
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

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