G.I.S officer at Nyandarua Water and Sanitation Company Limited

Nyandarua Water and Sanitation Company Limited, a private 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 G.I.S officer.

Job Purpose
To manage and maintain the utility’s Geographic Information System (GIS) database, map
water infrastructure, and provide spatial data to support planning, maintenance, and
decision-making. The GIS Officer will also play a key role in improving asset management,
monitoring service coverage, and supporting Non-Revenue Water (NRW) control, project
planning, and reporting.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties /Tasks: -
i. Prepare detailed maps using Arch map and/AutoCAD software.
ii. Coordinate land surveying to confirm/establish land boundaries and
pipeline way leaves.
iii. Carry out surveys work using simple survey equipment (e.g. Total Station
iv. and dumpy level), create profiles, topographic maps and determine elevations and
provide relevant reports.
v. Prepare accurate GIS data base of the company’s infrastructure (water meters, tanks,
valves, water lines etc.)
vi. Work with GIS to model and analyse landscape features, pipelines and
appurtenances for NRW reduction and better asset management.
vii. Use of GIS and maps to improve water coverage, Improve efficiency and accuracy of
the company’s operations.
viii. Maintain section records for ease of retrieval and future reference.
ix. Prepare and submit reports.

Job Requirements
i. Degree in Geo information system GIS with at least 3 years’ experience with the use
of GIS programs and software in water related field.
ii. Good project management skills
iii. GIS track record, including proficiency with standard GIS application and data
layers
iv. A self-driven person with high need for achievement
v. Good analytical skills
vi. Good Computer skills (word, excel and PowerPoint)
vii. Knowledge of CAD
viii. Knowledge in Engineering survey (Total station, TKK etc)
ix. Have good interpersonal relations and communication skills
x. Excellent organization skills.
xi. Successful Candidate 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)