Laboratory Technician III Job WRA

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Job Summary

• This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance of a senior officer.

Laboratory Technician Function

• The cadre is responsible for the undertaking of surface and ground water quality and pollution assessment and monitoring through field and bench laboratory analyses; and advise accordingly on the suitability of the water for various uses.
• The cadre also undertakes integrated measures to protect water resources from pollution.

Duties and Responsibilities will entail:

• Cleaning and safe keeping of the laboratory appliances that include glassware and protective gears;
• Emptying of water sample containers upon confirmation of concluded analyses;
• Safe containment of water sample containers awaiting collection for recycling and disposal; and
•  Undertaking general cleanliness and orderliness of laboratory settings.

Job Specifications
For appointment to this grade, the candidate must have:

• Certificate in any of the following disciplines: – Water Laboratory Technology, Science Laboratory Technology or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; and
• Proficiency in computer applications.

Terms of Service and Remuneration

Successful candidates will serve for a probationary period of six (6) months, and thereafter convert 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

The advertisement can be accessed on the Authority’s website: www.wra.go.ke. 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 1^st June 2026. Hard copy application forms can be dropped at our offices in the NHIF Building, 9^th floor, Records Office.

To apply, click here: https://forms.gle/KX93EQJ2qaSbbLLG7

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

Compliance with Chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010

The Authority shall require successful candidates offered employment to comply with Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010 by submitting valid clearance certificates from the relevant institutions as listed below:

• Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
• Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
• Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
• Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI)
• Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)

WRA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and gender equality. People living with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applications without relevant qualifications will not be considered. Any form of canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification.

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.