Project Development and implementation


In consultation with the County Government, undertake technical and feasibility assessment of the community priorities for water infrastructure development for people and livestock.
Develop project and implementation plans for WASH activities against planned completion time and ensure that technical activities are completed on time.
Supervise the Development and rehabilitation of climate friendly and gender sensitive  water supply Infrastructure 
Providing technical inputs in capacity strengthening of community-based water management structures including water committees on O&M of completed water systems. 
Spearhead field needs assessment including Baseline surveys in WASH and Livestock water supply activities and determining most technically appropriate water supply and sanitation options. 
Lead preliminary hydro-geological and Topo-surveys for water infrastructure in close liaison with County Government’s Water department. 
Ensure successful completion of construction works with submission of completion certificates to the Contractors.
Think creatively and introduce innovative approaches to WASH program implementation, including the use of new technology, methods, and approaches to improve the quality of the activities.
Coordination and Representation
Represent the Anticipatory Action project, County Disaster Risk Reduction forums consisting of relevant county departments directorates
Strengthen teamwork with project team, County Government, other partners and communities. 
Co-ordinate/liaise with County Government departments on technical issues relating to water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) livestock water supply and environmental management activities.
Bachelor of Science in Civil and Structural Engineering, Water Engineering, environmental engineering. 
3 years progressive relevant working experience in rural community water projects.               
Experience in design and supervision of piped water schemes, Infiltration Galleries, Shallow Wells, Earth Pans, Sand dams and boreholes 
Experience working in multi-cultural (particularly pastoralists in Northern Kenya), multi-disciplinary staff will be an advantage.
Willing to work and live in difficult and demanding locations
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D and/or other water design software e.g., EPANET, HECRAS.


Education/Training


E.g. high school diploma; college degree (specify major/minor); specialty (ex. Accounting). Include the following phrase when possible: “or equivalent combination of education and work experience