GIS Officer at Nyandarua Water & Sanitation Company

Nyandarua Water and Sanitation Company Limited was started in the 2007 and established under the Water Act 2002 and incorporated on 23rd November 2016 as a water service agent in the current Nyandarua County. The company is incorporated in Kenya under the Companies Act. Cap 486 of the Laws of Kenya and 100% owned by Nyandarua County Government.

 

GIS Officer

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Experience3 years
  • LocationNyandarua
  • Job FieldICT / Computer 

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

  • Degree in Geo information system GIS with at least 3 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.
  • Successful Candidate 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).
       

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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 hand delivered and placed in the delivery box outside Customer care’s office or sent by post or courier to:-

The Managing Director
Nyandarua Water and Sanitation Company,
P.O. Box 164- 20300,
Nyahururu.
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: (3RD December 2025, 17:00 Hours)

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