,Industrial Psychology Consultants (Pvt) Ltd has been contracted by the Zimbabwe National Water Authority (ZINWA) to assist with the recruitment and selection of a suitable candidate for the position of Engineering & Hydrological Services Director. ZINWA is a statutory body established under section 3 of the ZINWA Act (Chapter 20:251 responsible for, infer alia, planning of the development, exploitation, protection, and conservation of water resources and promoting an equitable, efficient and sustainable allocation and distribution of water resources.
Job Purpose
The job exists to provide effective leadership for the Authority’s Engineering & Hydrological Services, including water resources planning, development, and management to ensure water security for the nation.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
- To negotiate and develop construction contracts with contractors on behalf of the Authority.
- Oversee the development of strategies for the effective and equitable utilisation of water resources in Zimbabwe.
- Ensure that the Authority’s infrastructure conforms to international standards.
- Monitor progress, provide financial control, and ensure quality control for construction
- Oversee the implementation of national water resources management strategies in liaison with Catchment Councils
- Interact with Government Ministries & Departments and regulatory agencies as required to ensure that projects comply with all applicable legal requirements and regulations.
i Coordinate the production of catchment outline plans.
- Oversee the Authority’s hydrological services and maintenance of hydrological infrastructure and equipment
- Advise on policies for the water sector.
- Oversee the Authority’s Engineering Consultant services to clients.
- Ensure groundwater resources are developed and managed in accordance with the relevant Government standards, procedures, policies, and legislation.
- Ensure the efficient management of the Authority’s borehole drilling services.
Qualifications & Experience
- Must be a holder of a Civil Engineering Degree or equivalent.
- Master of Science in Engineering or MBA or MBL is an added advantage.
- At least 10 years’ experience in the Engineering field at a Senior Management level.
- Must be a registered member of Zimbabwe Institute of Engineers. Other Preferred Skills
- Must possess excellent analytical, problem solving, coordinating skills.
- Commitment to continuous improvement and customer focused quality service delivery.
- Must be a business-minded strategic thinker with impeccable integrity and good motivational and leadership skills.
- Must have passion for results driven strategies.
Interested applicants are requested to send their CVs via Email to
[email protected]
Closing date for applications is Friday 23 October 2020 at 1600 hours