Board Members

Mombasa Water Supply & Sanitation Company Limited (MOWASSCO) is a licensed Water Service Provider under the Water Act, 2016. Established in March 2011, the company provides water and sewerage services in Mombasa County. In line with the WASREB Corporate Governance Standards (2024) and the Company’s Memorandum and Articles of Association (as amended), MOWASSCO invites applications from qualified and ethical individuals to serve as Members of the Board of Directors.

Description of Vacant Positions (9 Members)

The Board shall comprise, in addition to the two (2) County Government representatives, the following nine (9) members appointed from various sectors:

• Two (2) representatives of the business and manufacturing community (nominated by KNCCI & KAM).
• Two (2) representatives of local professionals (from recognized professional organizations).
• One (1) representative of consumers (institutions of higher learning or religious organizations).
• One (1) representative of the hotel and hospitality industry.
• One (1) representative of special interest groups (youth, women, persons with disabilities).

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following minimum criteria to be considered for a Board Member position:

• Must be a Kenyan citizen of integrity, compliant with Chapter Six of the Constitution.
• Must possess a Diploma or higher qualification from a recognized institution (mandatory for all applicants).
• For professional categories (such as law, finance, engineering, governance, audit, HR, ICT, business), a Bachelor’s degree is mandatory. A Master’s or PhD qualification is an added advantage.
• Must have at least 7 years of professional experience in a relevant sector.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of corporate governance, strategy, and risk management.
• Must show active participation in local development initiatives and proven experience as a change agent.
• Must not hold political office or be an employee of MOWASSCO.
• Must not have served more than two terms as a director of the Company.
• Must not be a supplier or trading associate of the Company.
• Must fulfill conditions of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on leadership and Integrity.