Chief Executive Officer

He/she will be reporting to the Board of Directors and be responsible for overseeing all the strategic, operational and financial performance of the organization through effective management.
Qualifications

1) A citizen of Kenya with a Bachelors’ degree in Engineering, Business Administration/Commerce, management, project management or any other related field thereto from a university recognized in Kenya;
2) A Master’s degree in a relevant field from a University recognized in Kenya;

3) Registration with relevant recognized professional registration body or association (if any) and be in good standing;

4) Have at least fifteen (15) years’ experience, five of which should be in a senior management position in a public or private organisation;

5) Sound knowledge and application of, among others, Public Finance Management and Public Procurement Procedures in line with Public Finance Management and Public procurement Procedures in line with Public Finance Management Act 2012 and Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act 2015 and its regulations respectively;

6) Demonstrable results in work performance;

7) Proficiency in computer applications; and

8) Meets the requirements of leadership and integrity set out in Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Responsibilities

1) Provide strategic direction and leadership in line with the Authority’s Strategic Plan;
2) Oversee implementation of corporate business plan and strategies based on the Authority’s business philosophy, mission, vision and core values;

3) Undertake prudent financial management and investment mandates by ensuring sound policies and practices are adopted for optimal resource utilization and returns;

4) Oversee optimal and effective operations of National Water Infrastructure for Water Resources Storage and Flood Control;

5) Develop effective leadership teams to ensure excellent performance and effective succession planning at the Authority;

6) Develop and strengthen networks and partnerships with the Citizens, Government Institutions, Development Partners and Private Sector to spearhead fundraising for project implementation and sustainability;

7) Foster a conducive corporate culture that promotes strong ethical practices, good governance, employee productivity and compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements as stipulated in Mwongozo (code of conduct for state corporations).

Job Requirements
Required education
: Post-graduate education

Required relevant work experience
: 10 years

Required languages:
English (Spoken: fluent | Written: fluent)
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