Chief Executive Officer - Athi Water Services Board

Only closing date extended

Previous applications remain valid.

New applicants are welcome

Job Ref. MN 4468

Our client, Athi Water Services Board (AWSB) is one of the eight regional Water Services Boards (WSBs) that were established under the Water Act, 2002. The Board is responsible for the efficient and economical provision of water and sewerage services within the area of its jurisdiction.

This area covers the city of Nairobi and its outlying districts of Kiambu East, Kiambu West, Kikuyu, Ruiru, Gatundu South, Gatundu North, Lan, Thika East and Thika West.

AWSB is seeking to recruit a qualified professional for the position of Chief Executive Officer to meet the challenges of the reformed Water Sector and contribute to establishing of sustainable water services within the Board’s area of jurisdiction.

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer will provide leadership to the management team and ensure the Board achieves its mandate.

Job Profile

• Develop short term corporate strategies, for Board of Director’s approval, for effective implementation of the strategies stipulated in the Board’s Strategic Plan.
• Manage internal multidisciplinary teams and external parties to ensure set objectives are met.
• Develop performance standards together with mechanisms for ensuring compliance therewith by Water Service Providers.
• Promote Board’s image and develop good working relationship with all stakeholders and partners in the Board’s area.
• Develop networks and partnerships with development partners and spearhead donor collaboration, fund raising and project development within the Board’s area of jurisdiction.
• Advise the Board of Directors on expansion of business operations, investment planning and development of water service facilities.
• Direct and coordinate the Board’s operations and administration so as to ensure that the various organs of the Board operate in conformity with the overall operational plans and performance targets.
• Advise the Board of Directors concerning future activities of the Board and also on the objectives and policies as they affect the organization.
• Ensure compliance with Government’s policy and regulatory guidelines and directives.

Person Profile

• At least a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related Water Science from a recognized University, or a degree in Business Administration/Commerce or Economics
• A postgraduate qualification in a relevant field will be an added advantage
• Must be a registered member of a relevant professional body
• At least (10) years progressive and relevant work experience, three (3) of which must be at a senior management level in an organization serving a large and demanding public.
• Demonstrated familiarity with donor funded projects and familiarity with water sector management.
• Familiarity with reform programs in commercial or public sector settings.
• Track history of creativity, innovation, self-drive, result orientation and ability to handle a sensitive public.
• Exceptional visionary leadership and negotiation skills with capacity to engage with local, regional and international organizations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, strong interpersonal, analytical, organizational and team capacities and high professional ethical standing.

Send your application with a detailed CV with a daytime telephone contact and copies of certificates. Please also summarize yourself as follows:

• Job Ref. No.
• Your Name
• Current/Past Salary: Year 2009 p.m, Year 2010 p.m,
• Year 2010 Benefits: If car state cc, If house, state market rent,

Send your application by hand, courier, post or email so as to reach us by 5pm, 11th August 2010. Limit email to maximum 3 pages A4 size CV and no attachments. Mark Job Ref. No. on top left of the envelope.

Send to:

Executive Selections Division,
Manpower Services (K) Ltd,
3rd Floor, Landmark Plaza,
Directly Opposite Nairobi Hospital Entrance,
P.O. Box 50736-00200, Nairobi.

Email: recruit@manpowerkenya.com.

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