Job Summary
The job holder is answerable to the Director (Policy, Strategy & Compliance) and is responsible for formulating and implementing quality assurance policies, plans and procedures as well as overseeing technical audits for road works and services implemented by the Authority.
Job Description/Requirements
Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) is a State Corporation established under the Kenya Roads Act, 2007 to manage, develop, rehabilitate and maintain national urban roads. The Authority invites applications from qualified candidates for the following vacant positions:
2. Deputy Director (Quality Assurance) —JG KURA 3 — REF: KURA/PSC/QA/22/1— (1 POST)
Job Purpose/Summary
The job holder is answerable to the Director (Policy, Strategy & Compliance) and is responsible for formulating and implementing quality assurance policies, plans and procedures as well as overseeing technical audits for road works and services implemented by the Authority.
Duties and Responsibilities '
a) Formulation and implementation of quality assurance policies and procedures for roadwork programmes;
b) Preparing a quality assurance plan for the Authority;
c) Ensuring high quality outcomes in road design, construction and maintenance operations through the development, implementation and review of an integrated quality assurance system;
d) Monitoring and evaluating works activities under the Authority;
e) Carrying out technical audits for works and services implemented by the Authority or on its behalf;
F) Identifying areas of technical weaknesses and suggesting remedial measures;
g) Follow-ups to confirm compliance with prior quality assurance recommendations;
h) Preparing quality assurance findings, recommendations and conclusions;
i) Undertaking post audit reviews to confirm compliance with prior quality assurance recommendations;
j) Certification of work completed within the Authority;
k) Plan, coordinate and monitor work of the Quality Assurance Department.
1) Preparing periodic quality assurance reports to the Authority; and
m) Performing any other lawful duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Qualifications and Experience
For appointment to this position, the ideal candidate must:
a) Have a minimum period of ten (10) years relevant work experience and at least five (5) years in a supervisory role in comparable position in the Public Service or in the Private Sector;
a) Have served as an Assistant Director, Engineering for at least three (3) years;
b) Have demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results;
c) Have a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
d) Have a Master's Degree in Civil Engineering or Social Sciences or equivalent qualifications from a recognized university;
e) Have a Diploma or its equivalent qualification in Quality Management Systems (QMS) from a recognized institution;
f) Have a Certificate in Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
g) Be registered by Engineers Board of Kenya as a Professional Engineer with a minimum post registration experience of six (6) years;
h) Have a valid annual Practicing License from the Engineers Board of Kenya;
i) Be a member of the Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK); and
j) Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
Functional Skills, Behavioural Competencies/Attributes:
a) Working knowledge of planning, design, construction and maintenance of roads and bridges;
b) Working knowledge of public procurement systems and processes as used by Government of Kenya, multilateral and bilateral development partners;
c) Analytical skills, communication skills as well as interpersonal skills;
d) Ability to manage staff and provide good leadership; and
e) ICT knowledge.
Mode of Application
1. Interested and eligible candidates should access the mandatory KURA Job Application Form available on our website www.kura.go.ke/careers fill all required fields, sign and date the form and attach copies of certificates and transcripts, current Curriculum Vitae and testimonials. Successful candidates will be required to present clearance certificates from chapter six institutions. Any application without the KURA Job Application Form will not be considered.
2. Applications should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly indicating the position being applied for and vacancy reference number and addressed to the undersigned so as to be received on or before 11th July 2022 at 5.00pm (East African Time). The applications should be hand delivered or mailed through the post office to the address indicated below. Email applications shall not be considered.
The Director General
Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA)
Barabara Plaza, Block D, Mazao Road, Off South Airport Road, JKIA.
P.O. Box 41727-00100, NAIROBI
Applications should be dropped in the Applications Box in the Administration Section on 1st Floor, East Wing.
KURA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and gender equality. Qualified persons irrespective of gender, age, race, culture, religion, marital status or disability are encouraged to apply. Any form of canvasing and giving false information in employment application form will lead to automatic disqualification.
KURA does not charge any fees for applications, shortlisting or interviews. Beware of conmen.