A leading organization in the water services sector is seeking to recruit qualified and experienced professionals to fill several key management and technical positions. The institution is dedicated to enhancing the quality, reliability, and sustainability of its water and sanitation services. To support its continued growth and operational excellence, the organization invites applications from suitable candidates for the following positions: Technical Manager, Finance & Administration Manager, Audit, Risk & Compliance Manager, and GIS Officer.
These roles offer an opportunity for skilled professionals to contribute to the organization’s mission of providing sustainable water and sanitation solutions. Each position is critical to the organization’s operational efficiency, compliance, and overall service delivery. The following sections outline the detailed job descriptions for each role.
Technical Manager
The Technical Manager will lead and oversee all technical operations to ensure efficient, reliable, and sustainable water service delivery. This position involves providing strategic and operational direction to the technical department, which includes water production, distribution, maintenance, and infrastructure development. The manager will ensure that all technical activities align with the organization’s strategic plan, regulatory requirements, and service standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide leadership and supervision to the technical department, including planning, organizing, and controlling technical operations.
- Oversee the design, development, and maintenance of water supply systems, treatment plants, and distribution networks to ensure consistent water supply.
- Ensure the timely implementation of capital projects, including rehabilitation and expansion of water and sanitation infrastructure.
- Develop and monitor preventive maintenance programs to minimize service interruptions and extend asset life.
- Oversee the preparation of technical reports, budgets, and progress updates to guide decision-making.
- Monitor and evaluate technical performance indicators to ensure compliance with established targets and regulatory requirements.
- Promote adherence to engineering standards, health and safety guidelines, and environmental sustainability principles.
- Coordinate with external stakeholders, including contractors, consultants, and government agencies, to facilitate project approvals and implementation.
- Provide technical input in procurement processes, including preparation of technical specifications and evaluation of bids.
- Guide research and innovation initiatives aimed at improving efficiency, reducing losses, and enhancing water quality management.
- Train and mentor technical staff to strengthen departmental capacity and ensure high standards of professionalism and accountability.
- Respond to emergencies, breakdowns, or service disruptions, ensuring rapid and effective restoration of services.
- Participate in strategic planning and contribute technical insights to support the organization’s long-term infrastructure development.
The Technical Manager’s leadership will be pivotal in driving operational efficiency, ensuring regulatory compliance, and promoting innovation in the delivery of safe and reliable water services.
Finance & Administration Manager
The Finance & Administration Manager will oversee the financial planning, budgeting, accounting, and administrative functions of the organization. This position plays a key role in ensuring prudent financial management, operational efficiency, and compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. The manager will be responsible for developing and implementing policies and systems that promote accountability, transparency, and sustainability across financial and administrative functions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement financial strategies, policies, and systems to support the organization’s strategic objectives.
- Oversee the preparation of annual budgets, financial forecasts, and management reports, ensuring alignment with operational plans.
- Manage accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and financial reporting.
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations, internal policies, and external audit requirements.
- Supervise financial controls to safeguard organizational assets and prevent mismanagement or fraud.
- Monitor cash flow, working capital, and financial performance indicators to maintain liquidity and operational stability.
- Coordinate the preparation and submission of statutory financial statements and returns.
- Oversee procurement and asset management processes to ensure transparency, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with approved procedures.
- Manage administrative operations, including human resources, logistics, and office management.
- Oversee staff recruitment, performance management, and training programs to enhance workforce productivity and morale.
- Facilitate the implementation of effective records management and information systems for administrative efficiency.
- Provide financial advice and insights to senior management to support strategic decision-making.
- Liaise with banks, auditors, suppliers, and other external stakeholders on financial and contractual matters.
- Lead initiatives to enhance internal financial systems, automation, and reporting processes.
- Promote accountability and efficiency within the finance and administrative teams through sound leadership and performance monitoring.
Through sound financial management and effective administrative oversight, the Finance & Administration Manager will contribute to the organization’s stability, growth, and operational excellence.
Audit, Risk & Compliance Manager
The Audit, Risk & Compliance Manager will be responsible for ensuring that the organization operates within established regulatory frameworks, internal policies, and ethical standards. The manager will oversee the development and implementation of risk management and internal audit systems to promote transparency, accountability, and compliance throughout the organization. This role is critical in safeguarding organizational assets, mitigating risks, and enhancing governance structures.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement internal audit plans, programs, and methodologies aligned with best practices and organizational objectives.
- Conduct regular audits to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management processes, and compliance with policies and regulations.
- Identify potential risk areas, recommend corrective actions, and follow up on the implementation of audit findings.
- Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements governing water utilities and corporate governance.
- Prepare and present comprehensive audit reports to the Board Audit Committee and management for review and action.
- Advise management on emerging risks, internal control weaknesses, and compliance issues, proposing effective mitigation strategies.
- Develop and maintain an enterprise risk management framework to identify, assess, and monitor key organizational risks.
- Promote a culture of compliance and ethical conduct across all levels of the organization.
- Coordinate external audit processes and ensure timely resolution of audit queries and recommendations.
- Evaluate and improve internal systems, processes, and policies to strengthen efficiency and control mechanisms.
- Provide training and guidance to staff on compliance requirements, risk management practices, and internal control standards.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in laws, regulations, and industry standards relevant to the organization’s operations.
- Collaborate with department heads to develop and monitor key risk indicators and ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
- Ensure continuous improvement in governance, accountability, and risk management practices.
The Audit, Risk & Compliance Manager plays an instrumental role in promoting operational integrity and ensuring that the organization meets its accountability and governance obligations.
GIS Officer
The GIS Officer will manage and maintain the organization’s Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to support operational and strategic decision-making. This position involves collecting, analyzing, and interpreting spatial data to enhance planning, infrastructure management, and service delivery. The officer will ensure that the GIS platform is reliable, accurate, and up to date to support both technical and administrative functions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, maintain, and update the organization’s GIS database and ensure data accuracy and integrity.
- Collect, process, and analyze spatial data from various sources to support planning and decision-making.
- Create and manage digital maps illustrating infrastructure assets such as pipelines, valves, reservoirs, and customer connections.
- Support technical departments by providing GIS data for project planning, design, and monitoring.
- Collaborate with field teams to verify and update asset information using GPS and other data collection technologies.
- Generate thematic maps and analytical reports for use in technical studies, regulatory reporting, and management review.
- Provide technical support in integrating GIS with other management information systems to improve data-driven decision-making.
- Conduct spatial analysis to identify service coverage gaps, optimize resource allocation, and monitor infrastructure performance.
- Develop GIS-based tools and applications to enhance efficiency in data collection, management, and reporting.
- Train technical and administrative staff in GIS usage, data interpretation, and map reading.
- Ensure the security, backup, and confidentiality of all spatial and related digital data.
- Participate in field verification exercises and infrastructure surveys as needed.
- Keep abreast of emerging GIS technologies and recommend appropriate system upgrades or innovations.
- Prepare GIS documentation, metadata, and standard operating procedures to guide data management processes.
The GIS Officer’s role is vital in providing accurate spatial data and analytical insights to improve planning, monitoring, and service delivery across all technical and administrative levels.
Application Procedure
Interested candidates are invited to apply for the positions listed above by submitting their applications as outlined in the official job announcement. Candidates should ensure that their applications clearly indicate the position being applied for and include all required documents.
