Chief Executive Officer Job in Lake Victoria North Water Services Board (LVNWSB) Kenya

Establishment
 

Lake Victoria North Water Services Board (LVNWSB) is one of the eight Water Services Boards established under the Water Sector Reforms Programme through the Water Act 2002 for the purpose of bringing about efficiency and sustainability in the provision of water supply and sanitation services in the country. 

The Board was established through Kenya Gazette Notice No. 1717 of 12th March, 2004 and licensed by the Water Services Regulatory Board (WASREB) on 11th May, 2007.
 

Lake Victoria North Water Services Board covers seven counties including the entire Western Province and parts of the Rift Valley Province. Geographically, this translates to about 14,000 square kilometers, with an estimated population of about 7,000,000 people.

Lake Victoria North Water Services Board is seeking to recruit a suitable self driven, result oriented and highly qualified individual to fill the position of the Chief Executive Officer.

Key Responsibilities
 

The Chief Executive Officer will be responsible to the Board of Directors, and shall be the Principal Officer of the Board responsible for the overall leadership and implementation of the Board mandate and aspirations as may be outlined in the performance targets and strategic plan.
 

Job Profile

• Carrying out day-to-day business of the Board to ensure that departments, sections and units conform to the overall operations plans and performance targets.
• Providing overall leadership and overall administration of the operations of the Lake Victoria North Water Services Board under the guidance of the Board.
• Developing short term corporate strategies, for Board of Directors approval, for effective implementation of the strategies stipulated in the Board’s Strategic Plan;
• Managing internal multidisciplinary teams and external parties to ensure set objectives are achieved.
• Developing performance standards together with mechanisms for ensuring compliance therewith by Water Service Providers.
• Promoting Board’s image and develop good working relationship with all stakeholders and partners while promoting the principles of good governance in the Board’s area of jurisdiction;
• Developing networks and partnerships with development partners and spearhead donor collaboration, fund raising and project development within the Board’s area of jurisdiction.
• Advising the Board of Directors on expansion of business operations, investment planning and sustainable development of water service facilities.
• Directing and coordinating 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;
• Advising the Board of Directors concerning future activities of the Board and also on the objectives and policies while eliminating any form of risks which would affect the smooth management of the organization.
• Ensuring compliance with Government’s policy and regulatory guidelines and directives.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, or related discipline from a recognized university and be a registered member of ERB or relevant professional body where applicable;
• A Masters degree in Engineering or Water Sciences, or Business Management/ Administration will be an added advantage;
• Should have at least ten (10) years of experience in a Water and Sanitation Sector, and at least 5 years in Senior Management position;
• Should have undergone a Corporate Governance/Leadership Course in a recognized institution;
• Should have experience of implementing donor funded projects;
• Should have track history of integrity, creativity, innovation, self drive and result orientation.
• Should have exceptional visionary leadership and negotiation skills with capacity to engage with local, regional and international organizations:
• Should have excellent communication and presentation skills, strong interpersonal, analytical, organizational and team capacities and high professional ethical standing.
• Should be self-driven and capable of working under minimum supervision;

Application
 

Interested and qualified candidates should send their sealed applications by Registered post or Courier services clearly marked “Application for Chief Executive Officer, Lake Victoria North Water Services Board” attaching a detailed CV, copies of academic & professional certificates and testimonials, stating their current position, remuneration and telephone contact, names and contacts of three referees so as to reach the undersigned on or before 17th July, 2012.
 

To:
 

The Chairman
Lake Victoria North Water Services Board
P.O. Box 673 – 50100
Kakamega

Email: ceo@lvnwsb.go.ke
 

* Important Notice: Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted and canvassing will result to automatic disqualification LVNWSB is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender and culture.

Women and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.

 

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Managing Director Job in a Utility Company Kenya

Our Client, a utility company mandated to provide cost effective and affordable quality water and sanitation services in Kenya, seeks to recruit goal-oriented, self-motivated and qualified persons to fill the following management positions:

Position: Managing Director 

Ref No. BoD/MD/2011

Reporting to: Board of Directors

Job Grade: 1

Job Purpose

The successful candidate will be responsible for setting and executing the overall business strategy for the Company and translating Board and shareholder mandates to the business and representing management to the board. 

The position ensures that the Company meets its strategic objectives in a changing environment to achieve overall goals of the Company.

Key Result Area / Principle Accountabilities and Duties

• Provide leadership in the development and implementation of the Company’s strategic plans to enhance profitability and shareholder value.
• Ensure the business promotion is carried out as per developed and formulated plans so as to attain planned rate of return of assets.
• Ensure effective mobilization and utilization of resources.
• Advise the board on the Company’s performance.
• Cultivate and encourage a productivity culture of results in the Company.
• Establish, direct and manage the Company’s managerial, financial and operational systems, procedures and controls to ensure that they are professional, workable and sustainable.
• Provide strategic direction on new investments, business opportunities and change initiatives.
• Nurture the organization’s human resource and ensure that appropriate management structures and policies are developed and implemented.
• Provide relationship management and networking with local and global business partners and stakeholders.
• Promote sound corporate governance and ethical standards.
• Provide proactive public relations and enhance the Company’s corporate image.

Educational and Professional Qualifications, and Work Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Finance, Economics, Management or Law from a recognized university;
• Must have a relevant Masters degree from a recognized University;
• Be a member of a professional body in the relevant professional field;
• 8 years traceable experience and knowledge of corporate governance, 5 years of which must be at senior management level and three (3 years) in Utility Management;
• Proven change management credentials.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Must demonstrate team management, excellent leadership and interpersonal communication skills;
• Have a clear understanding of the Vision and Mission of the company and ability to translate the company’s activities and plans in realization of the same;
• Ability to provide sound leadership in managing a diverse workforce;
• Must be a person of high integrity;
• Excellent knowledge in computer operating packages;
• Active participation at community level;
• Demonstrate experience in driving change and initiate growth in an organization;
• Ability to lead a team in a dynamic environment.

The position is senior and demand excellent people management and development skills, written and oral communication skills both in English and Kiswahili, and high degree of honesty and integrity.

Candidates who meet the above specifications and have the drive to join a highly motivated work team, should submit their applications with a detailed CV giving three (3) names of referees, attach copies of Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) Clearance Certificate and KRA Tax Compliance Certificate.

Provide a reliable telephone and e-mail contact of self and referees, clearly quoting the reference numbers to reach us on or before Monday 16th July 2012 addressed to

DN/A 1318
P.O. Box 49010 - 00100,
Nairobi

 

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QuestScribes Transcription Experts Job vacancies in Kenya

QuestScribes is looking to hire persons for the position of Transcription Expert on a full-time basis. 

This role entails converting audio files into text. 

Applicants must exhibit the following skills and competencies:

1. Typing speed of at least 25 words per minute.

2. Proficient with MS-Office suite.

3. Proficient with internet research.

4. Excellent command of the spoken and written English language.

5. Great interpersonal skills.

6. High integrity and discipline.

7. Possess team spirit and respectful working and decision-making style.

8. Ability to work under pressure.

9. Goal-oriented.

10. Self-motivated.
 

Send your application letter and CV (do not attach certificates/testimonials) to questscribes@live.com and state how you are best fit for the job. 

Quote the job Ref. No.: QS/012/001. 

Applications to reach us not later than 30th June, 2012.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview on 2nd July, 2012.

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Secretary with Excel Experience Job in Kenya

Our client is looking for a secretary with;

1. Excellent Excel experience.

2. Secretarial training.

3. 1 - 3 years experience

To start immediately.

Send cvs to

MRiona165@gmail.com.

PS: first come first served. It’s an urgent position.

If you have NO Excel experience please do not apply.

 

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Beverage Production Supervisor Job vacancy in Kenya (Fruit Juices Firm)

Our client is a firm  manufacturing fruit juices and is looking for a Production  Supervisor

Position: Beverage Production Supervisor
 

Department: Production
 

Reporting To: Production Manager
 

Supervises: Production Technicians and Production Staff

Gross Salary: 30k - 40k
 

Job Objective / Summary
 

Responsible for the production operations in the factory including production plan implementation, resource
utilization and management of performance and output
 

Description of Duties

• Supervision of the production process and Quality Assurance Systems
• Requisition of production materials
• Preparation and assignment of duties to staff in the production floor
• Ensure that good manufacturing and hygiene practices are followed at all times
• Participate in product development activities
• Ensure that the Health and Safety of the workforce is enforced at all times
• Preparation of the daily production reports
• Carrying out online analysis of water and juice hourly
• On line quality control checks
• Ensuring production floor and machines are clean
• Products that have been packaged are neatly arranged and adequate
• Communication with relevant person from the store
• Filing material transfer notes
• To carry out any other duties that may be assigned to him by the Management from time to time.

Job Specifications
 

A detailed description of the minimum and desirable level of education, professional qualifications, experience and personal attributes.

• University degree: B. Sc in Food Science and Technology
• Computer literate-working knowledge of MS-Office
• 3 years progressive working experience in beverage  producing  firm is a must.

Performance standards for this job

The minimum standards of successful job performance, in terms of quantity, quality and accuracy, time or cost.
 

Quantity: Production targets must be met or exceeded
 

Quality: Must be met
 

Accuracy: Of utmost importance in all operations
 

Time: All assignments and operations must be done meticulously
 

Cost: Manage costs in production operations without compromising quality of required quantity.

Personal Traits, Qualities and Aptitudes

• Perform a variety of duties often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.
• Accept responsibility for the direction, control and planning of an activity
• Work independently and in teams
• Relate to others in a manner that creates a sense of teamwork and co-operation
• Maintain effective communication with your colleagues, both junior and senior
• Respond appropriately to environmental and safety hazards and function effectively in emergency situations.
• Utilize company systems effectively to ensure economical use of equipment and supplies.

If you are up to the challenge, posses the necessary qualification and experience, please send your CV only indicating why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title Beverage production Supervisor on the email subject to jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke.

 

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