Lake Basin Development Authority is a Regional Development Authority mandated to spearhead Development within the Lake Victoria Basin and its catchment regions, with a view of “fostering sustainable economic development and empowerment of the communities.”
In view of this and as part of fulfilling our Strategic Plan 2008 - 2012, the following positions are open for application from qualified professionals.
Manager, Technical Services
He or she shall be Reporting to the Managing Director through Chief Manager, Technical services and Responsible for:-
Co-ordination of the activities and functions of technical Services Department which shall include:-
Preparation of proposals for various projects in the Authority that relate to the Department (Water resources, irrigation and drainage, flood control, minerals, environment, infrastructure – roads, buildings, housing, water supply, sewerage)
Collaborative efforts with third parties especially on technical/engineering issues.
Overseeing the operations of Brick plants, honey refineries, oil processing unit (Siaya) and planning for the expansion and diversification of their activities.
The realization of Departmental performance contract targets
Co-ordinating the work of consultants appointed to carry out technical studies.
Supervising the work of consultants and contractors awarded contracts for implementation of projects.
Preparation and checking of engineering designs for projects and supervising and overseeing the construction (in house or contracted) of such projects including financial planning and control.
Co-ordination of the environmental management and conservation activities of the Authority.
Co-ordination of the preparation of work plans and development plans for the Department.
Provision of leadership and performance management of technical staff.
Requirements
Professional Qualifications:
Bsc in civil, Mechanical, Agricultural or water & Irrigation Engineering or equivalent
Must have worked in Senior Management Position
Membership with relevant professional body
Good managerial, decision making and supervisory skills, high analytical and problem solving skills
These position come with competitive salary packages.
Interested and suitably qualified candidates should send their applications quoting the job reference on the envelope, accompanied by a detailed CV with three referees and day time telephone contacts, copies of academic and professional certificates and testimonials, to reach the undersigned on or before Monday 6th December 2010
The Managing Director,
Lake Basin Development Authority
P.O. Box 1516-40100,
Kisumu
