This is an entry and training grade for the Chemist cadre at the Water Resources Authority (WRA). An officer at this level will work under the guidance of a senior officer within the Pollution Function. The role involves undertaking surface and ground water quality and pollution assessment and monitoring through field and bench laboratory analyses to advise on the suitability of water for various uses and implementing integrated measures to protect water resources from pollution.
Duties and Responsibilities
Undertaking laboratory bench water and wastewater quality and pollution analyses.
Tracking and documenting the water and wastewater analyses.
Sorting and maintaining a register of water and wastewater for disposal.
Maintaining the water quality and pollution equipment and tools.
Undertaking standardization and calibration of laboratory equipment.
Compiling the water quality analytical data.
Compiling the wastewater quality and pollution data.
Job Specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: 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
Candidates who meet the requirements should fill and submit the application form online in a typed format to be received on or before 1st June 2026. Hard copy application forms can also be dropped at the NHIF Building, 9th floor, Records Office.
Applications should be addressed to:
The Chief Executive OfficerWater Resources AuthorityNHIF Building, 9th Floor Wing B, Ragati RoadP. O. Box 45250-00100, NAIROBI
Candidates who meet the requirements for each of the positions should fill and submit the application form online in a typed format to be received on or before 1st June 2026 via https://forms.gle/KX93EQJ2qaSbbLLG7. Hard copy application forms can be dropped at the Authority's offices in NHIF Building, 9th floor, Records Office. 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.
