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D. DEPARTMENT OF WATER, ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES

7) POSITION: Principal Superintendent (Water and Sewerage Design and Planning), JOB GROUP CPSB 06 (‘N’) (1 POST)
Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 56,370x2,170 – 59,120x2,550 – 62,040x3,080 – 65,120x3,440 – 68,560x3,590 – 72,150x3,790 – 75,940x3,800 – 79,740x3,810 – 83,550x3,810 - 87,360 p.m.
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable

Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -
i. Prepare bills of quantities for water projects;
ii. Monitor the adherence to specification and standards;
iii. Ensure that the projects progress as per schedule;
iv. Supervise complex water works;
v. Preparing water supply and sewerage programmes;
vi. Evaluating and advising on technical reports; and
vii. Any other duties which may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, an officer must:
i. Be a Kenyan citizen;
ii. Have served in the grade of Chief Superintendent (Water and Sewerage), Job Group CPSB 07 (‘M’) for a minimum period of three (3) years;
OR
Served in the grade of Superintending Engineer (Water and Sewerage) Job Group CPSB 07 (‘M’) for a minimum period of three (3) years;
iii. Have a Bachelor’s Degree in Water Supply Technology, Water Engineering, Civil Engineering or its equivalent qualification from a university recognized in Kenya;
iv. Have a Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
v. Be registered with a relevant professional body; and
vi. Demonstrate outstanding professional competence and administrative ability as reflected in work performance and results.

PLEASE NOTE:
1. Candidates should NOT attach any documents to the application form.
2. All the details requested in the advertisement should be filled on the form.
3. ALL Serving Officers in Public Service, MUST clearly indicate: -
• The Officer’s Payroll Number;
• Date of first appointment;
• Date of last promotion to the current grade;
• Substantive designation and Job Group; and
• The Officer’s respective public institution.
4. During interviews, shortlisted candidates will be required to produce the following original documents: - National Identity Card; Academic and Professional Certificates; and where applicable; current payslip and letter of last promotion to the current grade.
5. Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
6. The County Government of Kakamega is an equal opportunity employer.
7. Persons living with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
8. Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted.
9. Successfully selected candidates will be required to fulfill the Chapter Six requirements of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010 on integrity and leadership, before appointment.

HOW TO APPLY
All applicants should click on the Job Offers Option on the County Website www.kakamega.go.ke, fill the Application Form and submit it ONLINE on or before 28th May, 2021 at 11.59 P.M.

N/B: No hard copy or emailed applications to the Board’s official email i.e., cpsb@kakamega.go.ke will be accepted.

Applicants are advised to provide accurate information when making applications, those who give false information regarding their credentials and qualifications will be automatically disqualified.

PLEASE NOTE: Kakamega County Public Service Board (KCPSB) DOES NOT use Agents nor charge ANY FEE at any stage of the recruitment and selection process. Our official communication channels are; email address cpsb@kakamega.go.ke and phone number 0713852573 ONLY.

SECRETARY/CEO, CPSB

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