The Water Resources Authority (WRA) is seeking to recruit two Pollution Control Officers I. As an officer at this level, you will work under the guidance of the Principal Pollution Control Officer. The cadre is responsible for undertaking surface and ground water pollution assessment and monitoring through field and bench laboratory analyses, and advising on integrated measures to protect water resources from point (site-specific like factories) and non-point (non-site-specific like informal settlements) sources of pollution.
Responsibilities and Duties
Classifying biodegradable and non-biodegradable pollutants.
Geo-referencing point and non-point sources of pollution.
Mapping and overlaying on the existing surface and ground water bodies.
Assessing the pollution impact to the water resources.
Establishing and developing criteria for ranking the point and non-point sources of pollution.
Assessing and discussing with the waste generators on waste generation pathways.
Initiating waste management compliance plans.
Advising the waste generators on smart waste management practices to control pollution.
Job Specifications
For appointment to this grade, the candidate must have:
Served for a minimum of three (3) years cumulative relevant work experience in the position of Pollution Control Officer II.
Bachelor’s degree in any of the following: Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
Proficiency in computer applications.
Terms of Service and Remuneration
Successful candidates will serve for a probationary period of six (6) months, thereafter converting to Permanent and Pensionable Terms of Service. Remuneration will be subject to the existing terms approved by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates who meet the requirements should fill and submit the application form online in a typed format on or before 1st June 2026.
Hard copy applications: Applications can be dropped at our offices at NHIF Building, 9th Floor, Records Office.
Mailing Address:
Applications should be addressed to:
The Chief Executive Officer
Water Resources Authority
NHIF Building, 9th Floor Wing B, Ragati Road
P. O. Box 45250-00100,
NAIROBI
