Technical Manager at Nyandarua Water and Sanitation Company Limited

Nyandarua Water and Sanitation Company Limited, a public water utility company fully
owned by the County Government of Nyandarua and with a mandate to provide water and
sanitation services in Nyandarua County is seeking to recruit a self-driven individual for the
position of a Technical Manager.

Job Specification:
Reporting to the Managing Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing
leadership and strategic direction for the Technical Department ensuring effective project
implementation and water supply services.

Key Responsibilities
Managerial Responsibilities
1. Ensure achievement of the overall Technical services goals of the Company.
2. Lead the development of policies and systems to support efficient functions framework.
3. Lead the development of procedures and processes to ensure efficient service delivery and
quality of services to exceed customer expectations.
4. Initiate, develop and maintain sound and mutual relationship and network with relevant
public and private bodies and institutions critical to the success of the functions.
5. Ensure a competent and motivated Technical team through quality hiring, training and
evaluating of staff; and taking corrective actions to address performance gaps.
6. Provide sound leadership and supervision to the staff in the department.
7. Prepare comprehensive annual budgets for the department for approval by the Managing
Director.
8. Ensure compliance with approved budgets including prudent and timely spending.
9. Ensure timely reporting of the department’s performance.
10. Ensure sound systems, policies and procedures for effective functioning of the department
are in place.

Operational Responsibilities
1. Participate in strategy formulation process of the Company on technical matters.
2. Prepare annual work and project plans for the department.
3. Ensure Technical Department procedures, layouts and technical reports and project
Appraisals.
4. Develop and maintain networks with key stakeholders to facilitate technical operations
including donors and fund-raising partners.
5. Prepare master programs for technical assignments on projects and water distribution.
6. Review and approve designs for works.
7. Monitor and evaluate technical works to ensure adherence to laid down budgets, timelines,
policies and procedures.
8. Advise on viability of projects, related infrastructure and land.
9. Review and evaluate proposals and works and recommend improvements.
10. Oversee production schedules from the plants.
11. Oversee maintenance of infrastructure to undertake technical works.
12. Review and recommend technical partners for operational assignments.
13. Coordinate external reporting to technical matters to regulators, WSB, donors, and others,
and ensure reports are accurate and timely.
14. Oversee maintenance of highest levels of customer satisfaction levels.
15. Oversee project close out and hand over projects.
16. Undertake continuous professional development to keep up with current industry trends.
17. Undertake any other duties as may be assigned.

PERSON PROFILE
i. Bachelor’s degree in Civil /Water Engineering or the equivalent qualifications
ii. Conversant with the GIS and AutoCAD systems. Demonstrate experience in project
management.
iii. At least 10 years’ experience, 3 of which should be in senior management role in water
sector or equivalent field.
iv. Must be a registered Engineer with EBK and IEK members of good standing
v. Proficiency in ICT with strong MS office and internet ability
vi. Excellent Networking and stakeholder management abilities
vii. Strong project management skills and certification added advantage
viii. Excellent planning and organizational skills
ix. Strong analytical skills
x. Excellent communication and interpersonal relations
xi. Strong leadership skills and Problem-solving skills
xii. Successful candidates must satisfy the requirements of chapter six of the constitution of

Kenya on Leadership and integrity through provision of; -
a) Current certificate of good conduct from Directorate of Criminal Investigation
Department.
b) Current Tax compliance certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority.
c) A clean and current report from an approved credit reference Bureau (CRB).
d) Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
e) Clearance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
The appointment will be for a fixed contract term of 3 YEARS renewable subject to satisfactory
performance evidenced by continuous achievement of performance targets.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Application packages in a sealed envelope which include a cover letter, detailed CV and
certified copies of certificates and testimonials should be hand delivered and placed in
the delivery box outside Customer care’s office or sent by post or courier to: -

The Managing Director
Nyandarua Water and Sanitation Company,
P.O. Box 164- 20300,
Nyahururu.

Note:
- The Vacancy number should be clearly marked on the left top corner of the outer
envelope of the application package.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Canvassing in any way will lead to automatic disqualification.
- Include your current gross remuneration on the cover letter.
CLOSING DATE: (3RD December 2025, 17:00 Hours)