Karuri Water and Sanitation Company Ltd (KAWSCO) Hiring Now

Karuri Water and Sanitation Company Ltd (KAWSCO), a fully owned entity of the Kiambu County Government, announced a recruitment drive to fill several vacant positions on permanent and pensionable terms. Registered under the Companies Act (Cap 486) of Kenya, KAWSCO is tasked with providing water and sanitation services across Kiambu Sub-County. Operating from its headquarters at Davekon Palace on Banana Limuru Road, the company is inviting applications for roles critical to its operations, with a submission deadline of April 30, 2025.

Available Positions and Responsibilities

KAWSCO is seeking qualified individuals for six distinct positions, each with specific duties aimed at enhancing service delivery and operational efficiency. Below is an overview of the roles and their key responsibilities:

1. Accounts Assistant (Grade 6, 1 Post) – Ref: KAWSCO/RCI/FIN
   This role involves managing financial transactions, including raising cheques, preparing payment and petty cash vouchers, updating cashbooks, and handling bank reconciliations. The appointee will also oversee petty cash, respond to customer inquiries, manage daily and monthly collection analyses, and prepare financial statements. Additional tasks include filing VAT and withholding tax returns and maintaining disconnection and reconnection records.Minimum Qualifications: A Diploma in Finance/Accounts with CPA II or CPA (K), three years of experience in a busy environment, proficiency in accounting software, and strong management, negotiation, and communication skills. Candidates must be computer literate and capable of working under pressure.
2. Customer Relation Assistant II (Grade 6, 1 Post) – Ref: KAWSCO/RCT/COMM
   Responsibilities include generating and processing customer bills, monitoring billing cycles, resolving discrepancies, and supervising meter readers to ensure accurate and timely readings. The role also entails addressing customer queries, managing billing software, troubleshooting system issues, and maintaining data integrity while providing regular reports.Minimum Qualifications: A Diploma in Public Relations or a business-related course, three years of relevant experience, and familiarity with billing software. Candidates need prior experience in a similar role, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
3. Wastewater Operator II (Grade 7, 2 Posts) – Ref: KAWSCO/RCT/TECH
   This position focuses on operating and maintaining the Sewage Treatment Plant, including screen maintenance, channel degritting, filter rodding, and pond upkeep. Duties also involve monitoring flow rates and electrical performance, unblocking sewer systems, performing minor repairs, and reporting faults to senior operators.Minimum Qualifications: A Certificate in Wastewater or a related field from a recognized TVET institution, one year of experience, and strong communication and interpersonal skills. Candidates must be team players able to work under pressure.
4. Assistant Stores Officer (Grade 7, 1 Post) – Ref: KAWSCO/RCI/PROC
   The role entails managing store administration, ensuring proper storage and cleanliness, inspecting incoming items for quality, and tracking stock levels to prevent overstocking or shortages. The officer will also assist in preparing stock reports and raising requisition orders while minimizing losses from spoilage or theft.Minimum Qualifications: A Certificate in Stores Management, two years of experience, and proficiency in communication, analytical, and negotiation skills. Computer literacy and the ability to meet deadlines are essential.
5. ICT Technician III (Grade 7, 1 Post) – Ref: KAWSCO/RCI/ICT
   This position involves providing technical support, troubleshooting IT issues, training users, and maintaining antivirus software to protect the network. The technician will design preventive maintenance schedules, manage hardware inventories, research IT solutions, and perform daily backups to ensure system reliability.Minimum Qualifications: A Certificate in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related ICT field. Professional certifications in design, programming, or networking are advantageous, along with a capacity to handle pressure.
6. Laboratory Technician III (Grade 7, 1 Post) – Ref: KAWSCO/RCI/ICT
   Responsibilities include collecting water samples, conducting chemical, physical, and biological tests to meet WHO and KEBS standards, and preparing detailed quality reports. The technician will maintain and calibrate lab equipment, address customer complaints, and supervise staff while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.Minimum Qualifications: A Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology or Analytical Chemistry, three years of experience in a busy setting, and strong supervisory and report-writing skills. Computer literacy and excellent interpersonal skills are required.

Application Process and Guidelines

KAWSCO emphasizes its commitment to diversity and gender equality, encouraging applications from suitable candidates. Interested individuals must submit their applications by April 30, 2025, via email to [email protected] or in a sealed envelope addressed to the Managing Director at Davekon Palace, Banana, opposite Family Bank, 1st Floor, P.O. Box 818-00219, Karuri.

Applicants are advised to:

• Indicate their expected salary.
• Include the job reference number in the email subject or on the envelope for hand-delivered applications.
• Note that presenting fake certificates is a criminal offense.
• Understand that canvassing will result in automatic disqualification.
• Expect only shortlisted candidates to be contacted, with interviews requiring original national IDs, academic, and professional certificates.

A Step Toward Enhanced Service Delivery

This recruitment initiative reflects KAWSCO’s dedication to improving water and sanitation services in Kiambu Sub-County. By filling these roles with competent professionals, the company aims to streamline financial operations, enhance customer relations, maintain wastewater systems, manage supplies, bolster ICT infrastructure, and ensure water quality. Each position contributes to the broader goal of operational excellence, addressing both technical and customer-facing aspects of the company’s mandate.

The announcement comes at a time when water and sanitation remain critical issues in many Kenyan counties, with growing populations placing increasing demands on infrastructure. KAWSCO’s focus on permanent and pensionable terms suggests a long-term investment in its workforce, aiming to build a stable team capable of tackling these challenges head-on.

For further inquiries, candidates can reach out via the company’s contact details: phone at 0727 484139 or email at [email protected]. As the April 30 deadline approaches, KAWSCO anticipates a strong response from qualified professionals eager to contribute to its mission of sustainable water and sanitation services.