Kerio Valley Development Authority (KVDA) is a state corporation established by an Act of Parliament Cap 441 of 1979 of the laws of Kenya.
It was established to plan and coordinate the implementation of programmes and projects that transcend administrative boundaries of the districts in North Western part of Kenya.
The Authority seeks to invite applications from suitably qualified individuals for the following positions.
Senior Engineers (Water)
2 Positions
Ref: KVDA/1/SE-W
Job Description
Reporting to the Chief Manager Technical services and operations.
Responsible for project records, documentation acceptance to customers
Preparation of technical proposal reports and to establish documents’ controls
Designing of dams and other hydraulic systems including preparation of drawing and specifications, bills of quantities etc
Ensuring correct standards are maintained in the designs and implementation of projects mainly in water and general earthworks
Supervision of construction of water pans and other hydraulic projects undertaken directly or by contract
Planning, directing, controlling operation and maintenance of minor water works in the Authority’s area of operation
Implementing and managing infrastructure for environmental conservation, waste management, watershed conservation and to develop sustainable agricultural production systems.
Training of technical support staff and other junior officers working under him
Evaluation of sub-contractions performance
Qualifications & experience
Must be in possession of Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Water Resources Engineering or its equivalent from recognized university
Have wide experience and professional competence in planning and design of water development projects, water pans and dams
Responsible for design construction and supervision of hydraulic systems and other civil works
At least 5 years working experience in Management level
Ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines
Must be above 30 years of age
Interested candidates should submit their applications indicating the reference number of the job applied for on the envelope with a detailed CV and photocopies of all testimonials, IDs stating their current position, current remuneration level, E-mail, contact address and telephone number and addresses of three referees to reach the undersigned on or before 7th January 2011.
The Managing Director,
Kerio Valley Development Authority,
P.O Box 2660-30100, Eldoret
Note: Only short listed candidates will be contacted, canvassing will lead to disqualification.
