Chemist I Job at The Coast Water Works Development Agency (CWWDA)

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Job Ref: 1060

Mombasa

CHEMIST 1 CWWDA JOB GRADE 6 - ONE (1) POST

Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Basic Salary: Kshs. (49,572 - 69,858) per month
Allowances and Benefits: As applicable to employees of CWWDA

a) Job Specification
Duties and responsibilities will entail: -
i. Generating and interpreting scientific data;
ii. Preparing reports of analysis;
iii. Presenting reports of analysis and providing expert evidence in court;
iv. Carrying out research on techniques and methods used in quantitative and qualitative analysis of geological, construction, forensic and
v. clinical toxicological materials, water and wastewater, drugs and chemicals substances;
vi. Carrying out maintenance and calibration of scientific equipment
vii. Advising clients on the quality of water, drugs and chemical substances or other materials under tests; and
viii. Undertaking compliance and enforcement of quality control regulations with regard to water, waste water, construction materials, drugs and other materials.

b) Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:
i. Served in the grade of Chemist II for a minimum period of three (3) years or in a comparable position in a reputable organization;
ii. Bachelor of Science degree in any of the following disciplines: - Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Environmental Science or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
iii. Proficiency in computer applications; and
iv. Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Additional Attributes

Company Name The Coast Water Works Development Agency (CWWDA)

Application Deadline 2025-09-16

How to Apply

For more information, please visit the Agency’s website www.cwwda.go.ke. Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications ONLINE through the Agency’s email info@cwwda.go.ke or hard copies through the postal address below. All application shall be submitted not later than Tuesday 16th September 2025 at 5.00 pm (East Africa Time)

Please note: -
(i) Applicants should provide all the details requested for in the advertisement. It is an offence to include incorrect information in the application. Details of academic and professional certificates not obtained by closure of the advert should not be included.
(ii) Only shortlisted and successful applicants will be contacted.
(iii) Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
(iv) Coast Water Works Development Agency is committed to implementing the provisions of the Constitution – Article 232(1) on fair competition and merit, representation of Kenya’s diverse communities and affording equal employment opportunities to men and women, members of all ethnic groups and persons with disabilities. THEREFORE, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, THE MARGINALIZED AND THE MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
(v) Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates and transcripts during interviews.
(vi) It is a criminal offence to present fake certificates/documents.
(vii) Serving officers shall be required to avail Original letters of appointment to the current substantive posts during the interviews.

The Chief Executive Officer
Coast Water Works Development Agency
Nkrumah Road, off Mikindani Street
P.O Box 90417-80100
MOMBASA