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G.I.S Officer at Nyandarua Water & Sanitation Company

  • Job Type Contract
  • Qualification Diploma
  • Experience 2 years
  • Location Nyandarua
  • Job Field Data, Business Analysis and AI&nbsp , ICT / Computer&nbsp

G.I.S Officer at Nyandarua Water & Sanitation Company

G.I.S Officer

JOB REFERENCE: NYANDAWAS/CMT/004/2025

Job Purpose

  • To manage and maintain the utility’s Geographic Information System (GIS) database, map water infrastructure, and provide spatial data to support planning, maintenance, and decision-making. The GIS Officer will also play a key role in improving asset management, monitoring service coverage, and supporting Non-Revenue Water (NRW) control, project planning, and reporting.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties /Tasks: –

  • Prepare detailed maps using Arch map and/AutoCAD software.
  • Coordinate land surveying to confirm/establish land boundaries and pipeline way leaves.
  • Carry out surveys work using simple survey equipment (e.g. Total Station and dumpy level), create profiles, topographic maps and determine elevations and provide relevant reports.
  • Prepare accurate GIS data base of the company’s infrastructure (water meters, tanks, valves, water lines etc.)
  • Work with GIS to model and analyse landscape features, pipelines and appurtenances for NRW reduction and better asset management.
  •  Use of GIS and maps to improve water coverage, Improve efficiency and accuracy of the company’s operations.
  • Maintain section records for ease of retrieval and future reference.
  • Prepare and submit reports.

Job Requirements

  • Diploma in Geo information system GIS with at least 2 years’ experience with the use of GIS programs and software in water related field.
  • Good project management skills
  • GIS track record, including proficiency with standard GIS application and data layers
  • A self-driven person with high need for achievement
  • Good analytical skills
  • Good Computer skills (word, excel and PowerPoint)
  • Knowledge of CAD
  • Knowledge in Engineering survey (Total station, TKK etc)
  • Have good interpersonal relations and communication skills
  • Excellent organization skills.
  • Shortlisted candidates must satisfy the requirements of chapter six of the constitution of Kenya on Leadership and integrity through provision of; –
    • Current certificate of good conduct from Directorate of Criminal Investigation Department.
    • Current Tax compliance certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority.
    • A clean and current report from an approved credit reference Bureau (CRB).
    • Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
    • Clearance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).

Method of Application

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

  • The appointment will be for a fixed contract term of 3 YEARS renewable subject to satisfactory performance evidenced by continuous achievement of performance targets.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

  • Application packages in a sealed envelope which include a cover letter, detailed CV and certified copies of certificates and testimonials should be sent by post or courier to: –

The Managing Director
Nyandarua Water and Sanitation Company,
P.O. Box 164- 20300,
Nyahururu
.

In addition to the Hard copy of the application, a soft copy should be sent to recruitment@nyandaruawater.co.ke before the expiry of the closing date (25 TH July 2025, 17:00 Hours) with the VACANCY NUMBER as the email subject.
Note:

  • The Vacancy number should be clearly marked on the left top corner of the outer envelope of the application package.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
  • Canvassing in any way will lead to automatic disqualification.
  • Include your current gross remuneration on the cover letter.

CLOSING DATE: (25 TH July 2025, 17:00 Hours)

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