LVSWWDA Chief Executive Officer Job

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LAKE VICTORIA SOUTH WATER WORKS DEVELOPMENT AGENCY ADVERTISEMENT FOR THE POSITION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Lake Victoria South Water Works Development Agency was established on 3rd May, 2019 vide Legal Notice No. 28 under the Water Act 2016 as a State Corporation. It is responsible for the development of water and sanitation infrastructure in its area of jurisdiction covering eight counties which include: Kisumu, Kericho, Bomet, Kisii, Nyamira, Migori, Homabay and Siaya.

The Agency seeks to fill the position of Chief Executive Officer

Key Responsibilities Chief Executive Officer

The successful candidate will be answerable to the Board of Directors, serve as their Secretary, be both the Authorized and Accounting Officer of the Agency responsible for:

Policy and Strategy

• Developing of and recommending to the Board the short term, medium term and long term strategies, business plans and annual operating budgets to achieve corporate objectives
• Providing leadership in the implementation and evaluation of corporate strategic plans, policies and service standards

Resource Mobilization

• Creating partnerships and linkages at the highest level with key stakeholders to enhance the Agency’s effectiveness and corporate
• Effective management of resources and advising the Board on opportunities for realization of the Agency’s mandate
• Managing the day to day operations of the Agency and overseeing legal, regulatory and statutory requirements

Establishment of Systems

• Establishing proper internal procedures, controls, monitoring and evaluation systems
• Ensuring continuous improvement in the quality and value of services provided by the

Skills Management and Coordination

• Ensuring functional collaboration and effective synergies between the governance and management organs of the Agency
• Upholding effective human resource management towards creating a work culture and environment suitable for attracting, developing and retaining a dynamic workforce
• Building relevant organizational capacities for business continuity and uptake of relevant emerging
• Leading and managing the staff of the organization
• Attention to staff matters including organizational structures, appointments, welfare, training, industrial relationships, separation and effective management of succession plans
• Undertake any other responsibilities assigned by the Board.

Academic Qualifications and Experience

In order to be considered, the candidate must:-

• Have a Bachelors’ degree from a recognized university
• Have a Masters’ degree from a recognized university
• Must be registered with a professional body and a member in good standing
• Have at least fifteen (15) years’ proven experience in a relevant field, five (5) years of which must have been in a senior management position
• Have successfully completed a Senior Management Course or Strategic Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution
• Demonstrated professional competency and managerial capability as reflected in his work performance and results
• Have proficiency in Information Communication and Technology
• Have knowledge and clear understanding of the Water and Sanitation Sector as an added

Person Specifications The Applicant must:-

• Be a Kenyan Citizen
• Be a transformative leader and demonstrate the ability to enhance the visibility of the Agency
• Demonstrate understanding of corporate governance for state corporations
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding and knowledge of government policies and priorities
• Demonstrate the ability to lead in resource mobilization and to efficiently and prudently manage and account for use of public resources
• Demonstrate integrity, accountability and professionalism
• Demonstrate capabilities in mentoring and coaching with relevance to the Agency
• Be capable of initiating strategies aimed at effectively achieving the core mandate of the
• Other Mandatory Requirements

In addition to academic qualifications, experience and person specifications above, all interested applicants must submit valid clearance from the following institutions: –

• Certificate of Good Conduct issued by the Directorate of Criminal
• Tax Compliance Certificate issued by the Kenya Revenue Authority
• Certificate of Clearance from a registered Credit Reference Bureau
• Clearance from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
• Clearance from the Higher Education Loans Board
• Terms of Service and Remuneration
  1. The successful candidate will serve a three (3) years contract which, subject to satisfactory performance, shall be renewed only
  2. Remuneration attached to this position shall be determined in accordance with Section 5 (3) of the State Corporations Act Cap 446 and as determined by the Salaries and Remuneration commission

How to apply

Interested and eligible candidates should:-

Submit an application letter attaching a detailed curriculum vitae, copies of academic and professional certificates, 3 referees and other testimonials in a sealed envelope clearly marked at the top ‘Application for the Position of Chief Executive Officer” and address to:

The Chairperson, Lake Victoria South Water Works Development Agency, Lavictors House,

Off Ring Road, Millimani, P.O Box 3325-40100

Kisumu, Kenya

Or email address chairperson@lvswwda.go.ke

Ten hard copies of the application should be submitted by 5:00pm on Friday 16th July 2021.

NOTE:

Lake Victoria South Water Works development Agency is an equal opportunity employer. Women, youth, minorities, marginalized and persons living with disability are encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted using postal and /or email address or telephone contacts provided in their application form.

Canvassing of any form will lead to automatic disqualification and appropriate reporting for criminal action