BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

Purpose of the Job

To ensure effective planning, design and implementation of Peri-urban strategic
programs/projects in line with the universal coverage policy as well as manage the overall
operations of the Peri-urban zones in the three divisions in an effective and efficient manner so
as to optimize provision of water and sewerage services to the poor and vulnerable communities.

Statements of Main Accountabilities

• Oversees all Peri-urban operational plans/programs to ensure quality services to the low-income areas through managing all technical, commercial and social activities therein.
• Facilitates the development of suitable approaches to ensure sustainable water and sanitation services to Peri-urban areas
• Provides technical assistance to effectively deliver water, sanitation and hygiene services to the poor and vulnerable groups in targeted areas/communities.
• Leads and participate in the design of projects related to rehabilitation and/or expansions of water and sewer infrastructure in Peri-urban areas and supervises such works once they commence
• Co-ordinates activities in the collection of asset data related to water and sanitation infrastructure for prospects of funding assistance
• Participates in feasibility studies of new projects and preparations of Bill of Quantities (BOQs)
• Ensures implementation of all company policies and programs in Peri-urban zones viz: customer care, operational, safety and health, and employee welfare
• Works with the community development officer and Communications department to ensure that the targeted Peri-urban are sensitized and educated on MWSC services
• Carries out routine analysis of water reticulation system in order to advice technical team on the performance of the network so as to optimize service delivery to customers
• Regularly makes community visits to ensure that programs are being followed by staff and collect first-hand information from customers on the performance of field staff and appreciate their actual challenges
• Prepares and submits periodic and adhoc reports covering operations and gives recommendations and sectional budget and submits same to superior for approval
• Formulates the most viable cost recovery implementation plan of use fees to ensure sustainability of services provided in Peri-urban areas

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

• Grade 12 Certificate with 5 ‘O’ Levels
• Degree in Business Studies
• A qualification in an engineering related field will be an added advantage
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the water sector or any comparable organization
• Valid Driver’s License with minimum of 2 years’ experience (Ability to Drive Manual Vehicle)