Business Development Officer

Job Description

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

Purpose of the Job

To ensure effective planning, design and implementation of Peri-urban strategic

programs/projects in line with the universal coverage policy as well as manage the overall

operations of the Peri-urban zones in the three divisions in an effective and efficient manner so

as to optimize provision of water and sewerage services to the poor and vulnerable communities.

Statements of Main Accountabilities

Oversees all Peri-urban operational plans/programs to ensure quality services to the low-income areas through managing all technical, commercial and social activities therein.

Facilitates the development of suitable approaches to ensure sustainable water and sanitation services to Peri-urban areas

Provides technical assistance to effectively deliver water, sanitation and hygiene services to the poor and vulnerable groups in targeted areas/communities.

Leads and participate in the design of projects related to rehabilitation and/or expansions of water and sewer infrastructure in Peri-urban areas and supervises such works once they commence

Co-ordinates activities in the collection of asset data related to water and sanitation infrastructure for prospects of funding assistance

Participates in feasibility studies of new projects and preparations of Bill of Quantities (BOQs)

Ensures implementation of all company policies and programs in Peri-urban zones viz: customer care, operational, safety and health, and employee welfare

Works with the community development officer and Communications department to ensure that the targeted Peri-urban are sensitized and educated on MWSC services

Carries out routine analysis of water reticulation system in order to advice technical team on the performance of the network so as to optimize service delivery to customers

Regularly makes community visits to ensure that programs are being followed by staff and collect first-hand information from customers on the performance of field staff and appreciate their actual challenges

Prepares and submits periodic and adhoc reports covering operations and gives recommendations and sectional budget and submits same to superior for approval

Formulates the most viable cost recovery implementation plan of use fees to ensure sustainability of services provided in Peri-urban areas

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

Grade 12 Certificate with 5 ‘O’ Levels

Degree in Business Studies

A qualification in an engineering related field will be an added advantage

Minimum 5 years’ experience in the water sector or any comparable organization

Valid Driver’s License with minimum of 2 years’ experience (Ability to Drive Manual Vehicle)

Method of Application

If you have the necessary competences/qualifications we are looking for, please submit your application together with a comprehensive C.V. as one document including your contact telephone number and copies of your certificates and names of three referees. Please use your name & position being applied for in the Subject.

Please note that only short listed candidates will be communicated to. Female candidates are especially encouraged to apply.

Applications should be addressed to:

The Director Human Resources and Administration

Mulonga Water Supply and Sanitation Company Limited

Musonko House, Kabundi Road

P O Box 11712

CHINGOLA.

“Mulonga – “Towards Purified Excellence”