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Key Responsibilities:

Technical support

• Capacity Building of CBOs and Water Users Committees to be able to effectively manage WASH facilities in scenario where there is no regulated water service provider to take over.
• Capacity building of WASH staff (WASH officers, Sanitation and hygiene officers) and communities in programming and implementation of WASH and construction projects.
• Support preparation and conducting training for water Users Associations to empower them to run their own water supply systems in line with the approved rural water management models for improved governance and sustainability.
• Support preparation and conducting hygiene and sanitation promotion training sessions.
• Facilitate timely and quality implementation of Water, sanitation and Hygiene projects, other construction infrastructures and multiple use of water initiatives.
• Give guidance in environmental protection and conservation (water shed management and reforestation).
• Take lead in development and implementation of water safety plans and disaster risk management plans for the water supply projects.
• Ensure that WASH business processes, standards and guidelines related to WASH and Construction initiatives are effectively applied in project implementation.
• Carry out feasibility studies, water resource mapping, EIA support, Technical Design of WASH and Construction projects as need arises.
• Support development of technically sound funding proposals through provision of information & data and review in collaboration with the Cluster manager, Grant Compliance advirsor, and other sector specialists. Preparation of the tender documents (Technical Specifications, Drawings, Bills of quantities and Terms of Reference).
• Facilitates Topographical Surveys and GIS activities.
• Facilitate communities to identify viable WASH and construction projects and negotiate for way leaves and easement and ensure their participation in the implementation of the same.

Quality Assurance-Monitoring, reporting and Documentation

• Supervise and Monitor Water and Construction interventions in strict adherence to WV Kenya, Kenya government regulations, the donor’s guideline, WHO and the SPHERE standards.
• Supervise and Monitor Sanitation and Hygiene interventions in strict adherence to WV Kenya, Kenya government regulations, the donor’s guideline, WHO and the SPHERE standards.
• Development of Project Designs and Annual Operation Plans. (Project proposal, 4D matrices, DIPs, Annual Budgets).
• Develop quality monthly, quarterly, semi- annual, annual and end of projects reports in accordance with donors and WV Kenya requirements.
• Ensure budgetary utilization is within acceptable limits/range.
• Facilitate regular WASH & Construction review meetings for the WASH team.
• Ensures participatory monthly data collection are conducted (involving communities and partners) using the standardized tools
• Contextualization and utilization of reporting guidelines

Advocacy, Engagement with strategic partners, Linkages and networks & partnership development

• Representation of WV Kenya in key WASH and Construction stakeholder forums/meetings at the Ward, Sub-County levels.
• Facilitate community education on Laws, Policies and Standards on WASH & Construction Service delivery
• Provide support to community led processes of monitoring public service delivery.
• Ensure communities are mobilized and participate in their WASH and projects
• Partner and collaborate with county government and other development partners to ensure implementation of service models and leverage on construction of WASH projects.

Any Other

• Support any other duty on need basis

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering/Water Engineering.
• Registration with EBK/KETREB as graduate Engineer as minimum.
• Good experience in construction project design and management – FIDIC understanding as an added advantage.
• Excellent English communication skills (both oral and written).
• Knowledge and application of auto/arch CAD and GIS
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office and Microsoft Outlook
• A team player, capable of building staff and community capacity in Water, Sanitation and hygiene projects through training.
• Ability to take initiative, a team leader able to work with minimum supervision
• Cross-cultural sensitivity and emotional maturity
• Ability to maintain performance expectations in diverse cultural contexts
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in Engineering project design, proposal writing, needs assessments, surveys, and information management
• Proven experience in working/programming in either relief or development including managing a large scale Community based water project with evidence of successful implementation of similar projects
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in Engineering project design, proposal writing, needs assessments, surveys, and information management
• Proven experience in working/programming in either relief or development including managing a large scale Community based water project with evidence of successful implementation of similar projects
• Ability to conduct community WASH needs assessment, program planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of WASH activities
• Good understanding of water supply – improved operational efficiency, smart metering, O&M and water supply sustainable models for rural water management.
• Expertise in Disaster Risk Management and water safety plans for WASH projects. This includes Water Quality Testing, Monitoring and reporting.
• Good understanding and experience in Sanitation and Hygiene Programming and models. Experience in water resource management - environmental protection and conservation as an added advantage Expertise in collaboration and partnership agreement with development partners, county governments and community in WASH related interventions.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical support

• Capacity Building of CBOs and Water Users Committees to be able to effectively manage WASH facilities in scenario where there is no regulated water service provider to take over.
• Capacity building of WASH staff (WASH officers, Sanitation and hygiene officers) and communities in programming and implementation of WASH and construction projects.
• Support preparation and conducting training for water Users Associations to empower them to run their own water supply systems in line with the approved rural water management models for improved governance and sustainability.
• Support preparation and conducting hygiene and sanitation promotion training sessions.
• Facilitate timely and quality implementation of Water, sanitation and Hygiene projects, other construction infrastructures and multiple use of water initiatives.
• Give guidance in environmental protection and conservation (water shed management and reforestation).
• Take lead in development and implementation of water safety plans and disaster risk management plans for the water supply projects.
• Ensure that WASH business processes, standards and guidelines related to WASH and Construction initiatives are effectively applied in project implementation.
• Carry out feasibility studies, water resource mapping, EIA support, Technical Design of WASH and Construction projects as need arises.
• Support development of technically sound funding proposals through provision of information & data and review in collaboration with the Cluster manager, Grant Compliance advirsor, and other sector specialists. Preparation of the tender documents (Technical Specifications, Drawings, Bills of quantities and Terms of Reference).
• Facilitates Topographical Surveys and GIS activities.
• Facilitate communities to identify viable WASH and construction projects and negotiate for way leaves and easement and ensure their participation in the implementation of the same.

Quality Assurance-Monitoring, reporting and Documentation

• Supervise and Monitor Water and Construction interventions in strict adherence to WV Kenya, Kenya government regulations, the donor’s guideline, WHO and the SPHERE standards.
• Supervise and Monitor Sanitation and Hygiene interventions in strict adherence to WV Kenya, Kenya government regulations, the donor’s guideline, WHO and the SPHERE standards.
• Development of Project Designs and Annual Operation Plans. (Project proposal, 4D matrices, DIPs, Annual Budgets).
• Develop quality monthly, quarterly, semi- annual, annual and end of projects reports in accordance with donors and WV Kenya requirements.
• Ensure budgetary utilization is within acceptable limits/range.
• Facilitate regular WASH & Construction review meetings for the WASH team.
• Ensures participatory monthly data collection are conducted (involving communities and partners) using the standardized tools
• Contextualization and utilization of reporting guidelines

Advocacy, Engagement with strategic partners, Linkages and networks & partnership development

• Representation of WV Kenya in key WASH and Construction stakeholder forums/meetings at the Ward, Sub-County levels.
• Facilitate community education on Laws, Policies and Standards on WASH & Construction Service delivery
• Provide support to community led processes of monitoring public service delivery.
• Ensure communities are mobilized and participate in their WASH and projects
• Partner and collaborate with county government and other development partners to ensure implementation of service models and leverage on construction of WASH projects.

Any Other

• Support any other duty on need basis

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering/Water Engineering.
• Registration with EBK/KETREB as graduate Engineer as minimum.
• Good experience in construction project design and management – FIDIC understanding as an added advantage.
• Excellent English communication skills (both oral and written).
• Knowledge and application of auto/arch CAD and GIS
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office and Microsoft Outlook
• A team player, capable of building staff and community capacity in Water, Sanitation and hygiene projects through training.
• Ability to take initiative, a team leader able to work with minimum supervision
• Cross-cultural sensitivity and emotional maturity
• Ability to maintain performance expectations in diverse cultural contexts
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in Engineering project design, proposal writing, needs assessments, surveys, and information management
• Proven experience in working/programming in either relief or development including managing a large scale Community based water project with evidence of successful implementation of similar projects
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in Engineering project design, proposal writing, needs assessments, surveys, and information management
• Proven experience in working/programming in either relief or development including managing a large scale Community based water project with evidence of successful implementation of similar projects
• Ability to conduct community WASH needs assessment, program planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of WASH activities
• Good understanding of water supply – improved operational efficiency, smart metering, O&M and water supply sustainable models for rural water management.
• Expertise in Disaster Risk Management and water safety plans for WASH projects. This includes Water Quality Testing, Monitoring and reporting.
• Good understanding and experience in Sanitation and Hygiene Programming and models. Experience in water resource management - environmental protection and conservation as an added advantage Expertise in collaboration and partnership agreement with development partners, county governments and community in WASH related interventions.

Duties

Performs construction project inspections and assists the Facility Manager (FM) with oversight of locally employed staff and American escorts in the Facility Management Office (FAC). In accordance with the local building code and safety requirements, oversees maintenance and construction projects in Government owned and leased properties. Serve as Contracting Officer Representative (COR) on construction and maintenance contracts for FAC. Manages the staff responsible for work orders and authorizing procurement requests. Partners with the FM to provide direction and managerial functions to support FAC staff. Assist with performance management, conduct reviews, and hiring. The jobholder will be directly supervised by the Senior Facility Manager. This position requires a Top Secret Security Clearance.

Requirements:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Secondary School Plus 5 years experience in facility management, maintenance operations, construction, or real estate property management, including managing multidisciplinary personnel is required.

JOB KNOWLEDGE:

• Understanding of construction principles and construction drawings is required.
• Working knowledge of maintenance operations and procedures, international building codes and inspection practices is required.
• Knowledge of general safety principles that apply to work and living spaces is required.

Duties

Performs construction project inspections and assists the Facility Manager (FM) with oversight of locally employed staff and American escorts in the Facility Management Office (FAC). In accordance with the local building code and safety requirements, oversees maintenance and construction projects in Government owned and leased properties. Serve as Contracting Officer Representative (COR) on construction and maintenance contracts for FAC. Manages the staff responsible for work orders and authorizing procurement requests. Partners with the FM to provide direction and managerial functions to support FAC staff. Assist with performance management, conduct reviews, and hiring. The jobholder will be directly supervised by the Senior Facility Manager. This position requires a Top Secret Security Clearance.

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE:  

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in facility management, maintenance operations, construction, or real estate property management, including managing multidisciplinary personnel is required.

JOB KNOWLEDGE:

• Understanding of construction principles and construction drawings is required.
• Working knowledge of maintenance operations and procedures, international building codes and inspection practices is required.
• Knowledge of general safety principles that apply to work and living spaces is required.

The mandate of the Board is contained in section 59 of the County Government Acts 2012. These include establishing and abolishing offices in the County Public Service, appointing persons who hold and act in offices of the Public service among others. Achievements For the time the Board has been in office it has managed to put in place critical structures to enable the County Government to operate efficiently Targets To ensure that all the Departments have adequate staff to enable them deliver services. Projects Development of appropriate policies, values , standards, systems and processes inhuman resource management and development Capacity development and management of human resource Event The Board is currently undertaking recruitment of staff for the department of public works and that of Finance and Planning. VISION “A leading County in efficient utilization of resources, effective provision of essential services, industrial growth and development initiatives for improved quality of life for all” MISSION To foster the County’s economic growth through intensive and efficient utilization of locally available resources thus improving the living standards of our people

Requirements for Appointment:-

• Be a Kenyan citizen;
• Bachelor’s degree in Building Economics/Quantity Surveying or equivalent and relevant qualifications from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Registered as a Graduate member of either the Architectural Association of Kenya or the Institute of Quantity Surveyors;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Certificate in relevant computer software.

Duties and Responsibilities: –

• Preparing cost estimates and bills of quantities;
• Undertaking monthly valuations on site;
• Site re-measurements;
• Preparing variation orders; and
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

The mandate of the Board is contained in section 59 of the County Government Acts 2012. These include establishing and abolishing offices in the County Public Service, appointing persons who hold and act in offices of the Public service among others. Achievements For the time the Board has been in office it has managed to put in place critical structures to enable the County Government to operate efficiently Targets To ensure that all the Departments have adequate staff to enable them deliver services. Projects Development of appropriate policies, values , standards, systems and processes inhuman resource management and development Capacity development and management of human resource Event The Board is currently undertaking recruitment of staff for the department of public works and that of Finance and Planning. VISION “A leading County in efficient utilization of resources, effective provision of essential services, industrial growth and development initiatives for improved quality of life for all” MISSION To foster the County’s economic growth through intensive and efficient utilization of locally available resources thus improving the living standards of our people

Requirements for Appointment

• Served in the grade of Assistant Director of Urban Development or in a comparable and relevant position in administration, housing and human settlements sector for a minimum of three (3) years;
• Possess a Bachelor Degree in Urban Planning and/or Urban management/Urban Development;
• A Masters will be an added advantage;
• He/She must be a Registered Planner of three or more years with the Physical Planners Registration Board;
• Must be a corporate member in good standing of a recognized professional society, (Kenya Institute of Planners (KIP), Town and County Planners Association of Kenya (TCPAK) or Architectural Association of Kenya (Town Planners Chapter) AAK(TP);
• Must have worked as a planner in a public office for a minimum of 5 years;
• Have demonstrated professional competence and administrative ability in the line of duty; and
• Have certificate in computer.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible to the Director Urban Development and Management on all matters related to Urban Development, urban policy formulation and implementation.
• Responsible to the Director Urban Development and Management on for advising urban stakeholders on all matters related to urban development and servicers, investment partnerships and development control.
• Responsible to the Director Urban Development and Management for advising the County Executive Committee member on operationalization and coordination of the Urban Areas and Cities Act.
• Coordinate and oversee the urban public space design and management; and
• Any other duty as may be assigned from time to time.

The mandate of the Board is contained in section 59 of the County Government Acts 2012. These include establishing and abolishing offices in the County Public Service, appointing persons who hold and act in offices of the Public service among others. Achievements For the time the Board has been in office it has managed to put in place critical structures to enable the County Government to operate efficiently Targets To ensure that all the Departments have adequate staff to enable them deliver services. Projects Development of appropriate policies, values , standards, systems and processes inhuman resource management and development Capacity development and management of human resource Event The Board is currently undertaking recruitment of staff for the department of public works and that of Finance and Planning. VISION “A leading County in efficient utilization of resources, effective provision of essential services, industrial growth and development initiatives for improved quality of life for all” MISSION To foster the County’s economic growth through intensive and efficient utilization of locally available resources thus improving the living standards of our people

Requirements for appointment

• Be a Kenyan Citizen;
• Have a first degree in any of the following disciplines: Physical Planning, Urban and Regional Planning from a recognized university in Kenya;
• A Master’s degree in the relevant field will be an added advantage;
• At least Six (6) years’ experience in the field of physical planning in the grade of principal physical Planner.
• Demonstrate a high degree of professional and technical competence as reflected in work performance and results;
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of devolution, the county development objectives and Vision 2030;
• Be conversant with policy formulation and implementation;
• Be a strategic thinker and result oriented;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on leadership and integrity;
• Member of Planners Professional Body (KIP or AAK, Town Planners chapter);
• Knowledge in GIS will be an added advantage; and
• Be computer literate.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Development, implementation and evaluation of the relevant division strategic plan, programs and projects in collaboration with other departments and stakeholders;
• Planning and supervision of the physical planning department’s programs and activities;
• Organization, direction, control and the co-ordination of the tasks of the physical planning department;
• Interpreting and applying national and county laws and other related statutes in the physical planning department in line with the county goals and objectives;
• Developing appropriate county departmental policies, legal and institutional frameworks for the implementation of the mandate of the physical planning department;
• Handling administrative, human resource and asset management issues;
• Oversee preparation of annual work plans and financial budgets;
• Ensuring strict compliance with all financial, budgetary and procurement procedures;
• Co-ordination of production, documentation and dissemination of the relevant division’s information; and
• Provide advice and guidance in recruiting, hiring and staff development

Job Purpose Statement

This role is responsible for supporting the management of the premises facilities and construction projects within the set timelines, budget, standards and organizational policies and procedures.

Ideal Job Specifications

Academic:

• A Degree in Building/Land Economics, Quantity Surveying or Construction Management or
• Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related field.

Professional:

• Good understanding of the banking industry
• Practical experience in use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Internet.
• Proven Project & Facilities Management experience
• Experience in Health & Safety matters/ training is an added advantage

Desired work experience:

• At least five (5) years’ experience in a similar role in the banking industry.

Duties

• The incumbent reports directly to the Building Engineer Supervisor.  
• The position holder is employed as a Trades Helper to assist the technicians of the skilled trades in the performance of routine and preventive maintenance, and new installations and demolition work.  
• The Building Engineer Supervisor will assign the incumbent to any of the skilled trade shops on a daily basis to assist the skilled technicians with maintenance and repair work throughout the Embassy Compound (NEC) office buildings, grounds and residential owned/leased properties.
•  In addition to assisting the skilled trade technicians, the incumbent may be assigned tasks include material handling, painting, custodial type work, snow removal, common laborer work, and  grounds maintenance and gardening work.  

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE: 

• A minimum of two (2) years of maintenance or construction semi-skilled work experience in skilled trades such as mechanical (HVAC and Plumbing), electrical, carpentry, with significant focus on building systems

JOB KNOWLEDGE: 

• Must have a basic technical understanding of major building mechanical systems and equipment. Must be familiar with construction techniques and workplace safety, personal protective equipment (PPE) – how and when to use it.

Education Requirements:

• Completion of secondary school is required.

Evaluations:

• Post may choose to add the phrase “This may be tested” after a language, skill, and/or ability.  Review the VA template for specific information.

LANGUAGE: 

• English level II (Limited knowledge) Written/Speaking/Reading is required (This may be tested).
• Kiswahili level III (Good knowledge) Written/Speaking/Reading is required.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• The incumbent must be a visionary, forward thinker, and quick understudy with an aptitude to learn so he/she can anticipate the materials and tools the skilled technician will need ahead of time.
•  Must be able to use  the typical lot of hand tools, small handheld power tools, vacuum cleaners, gardening tools, and ladders; must be adept at keeping work sites free of clutter and debris, clean and neat;
• must have a valid driver’s license for standard vehicles with at least five (5) years of experience driving.
• must use good safety practices and follow all safety requirements in execution of tasks and be able to use all appropriate PPE;
• additional abilities include responding to emergency situations in an efficient and timely manner to effect immediate repairs; work in various adverse conditions such as tight or enclosed spaces, heights, and temperature extremes, indoors or outdoors to complete work assignments; must have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to handle a large workload and multiple tasks; be able to take direction and must be organized; communicate orally and in writing with co-workers, contractors and vendors to obtain and provide pertinent information. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the general direction of the Head of Construction & Development, this position is responsible for designing, building, deploying and evaluating power infrastructure.

Other responsibilities include:

• Design electrical infrastructure systems, including power substations, transmission and distribution lines, and renewable energy plants.
• Supervise installation of low, medium, and high voltage networks and equipment.
• Prepare technical specifications and designs for power systems.
• Design schematic and wiring diagrams for SCADA operation, control, and status monitoring to interconnect with new and existing equipment.
• Provide technical assessment of tender submissions, and prepare and review control and protection design drawings and specifications.
• Operating and maintaining industrial high voltage systems
• Lead the investigation of faults and initiating and implementing network improvement initiatives as required.
• Involved in the preparation of power infrastructure budgets and other CAPEX expansion projects;
• Supervise expenditures and the preparation of bid requests as needed.
• Ensure the department expenditures are within the limitation of project budgets for CAPEX expansion and the annual budget for O&M activities;
• Update on the status and result of departmental operations and CAPEX improvement projects; represent the utility technical and operations department at meetings with other departmental units and support front office functions when needed to deal with complaints and other issues with end users and owners associations.
• Conform with and abide by all written and non-written regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions; ensure the conformance and conform to all safety rules by enforcing the use of all appropriate safety equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned (i.e., assist project development teams and other departments as needed; participate in required training as applicable; etc.)

REQUIREMENTS

Hard skills and experience:

1. Minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience in designs, construction, testing and commissioning of power systems such as substations and power lines.
2. Proven experience in operation and maintenance of medium and high voltage systems.
3. Experience in protection relay coordination, programming, and power system studies.
4. Experience in the preparation of tender documents and tender evaluations.
5. Authorized to operate medium and high-voltage equipment.
6. Requires 24-hour response availability seven days per week.
7. Registered as a professional/graduate Engineer with EBK.

The objectives of this project are as follows:

• To design an office space that reflects our organization’s brand and culture.
• To create a comfortable and functional working environment for our employees.
• To optimize the use of the available space and to ensure that the office layout supports our workflow.
• To select appropriate furniture, fixtures, and equipment that match our company’s style and budget.
• To reuse and re-modify old furniture from our current office space.
• To complete the project within the specified timeline.

Scope of Work

The interior designer and contractor will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Conduct a needs assessment to determine Practical Action’s specific requirements.
• Develop a design concept that aligns with our Organization’s brand and culture.
• Provide detailed layout and floor plans, including furniture and equipment specifications.
• Provide color schemes, materials, and finishes for all interior elements.
• Make recommendations on the use of existing partitions or the removal of any partitions that do not align with the design concept.
• Reuse and re-modify old furniture from our current office space.
• Provide cost estimates and project timelines for approval by Practical Action
• Coordinate and execute the implementation of the design concept.
• Provide project management, including scheduling, supervision, quality control, and communication with Practical Action.

Deliverables

The following deliverables are expected from the interior designer and contractor:

• A comprehensive design concept including layout and floor plans, furniture and equipment specifications, color schemes, materials, and finishes.
• Provide cost estimates and project timelines.
• Coordination and execution of the implementation of the design concept, including reusing and re-modifying old furniture from our current office space.
• Project management, including scheduling, supervision, quality control, and communication with Practical Action.

Timeline

The project is expected to be completed within 3 weeks, starting from the date of the contract award.

Selection Criteria

The selection of the interior designer and contractor will be based on the following criteria:

• Relevant experience in office interior design and contracting.
• Demonstration of creative design solutions that meet Practical Action’s objectives.
• Availability to start the project within the specified timeframe.
• Cost-effectiveness of the proposed design and contracting services.

Method of Application

Interested interior designers and contractors should submit a proposal, including their portfolio, company profile, and relevant experience, to Kenya.Tender@practicalaction.or.ke no later than 24th February 2023 at 4:30pm.

Proposals will be evaluated based on the selection criteria outlined above, and the successful candidate will be notified by 1st March 2023.