Laboratory Technician III – 2 Posts

Full Time @Water Resources Authority (WRA) in Research & Science
  • Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya, 01000 View on Map
  • Post Date : May 14, 2026
  • Salary: Ksh30,000.00 - Ksh80,000.00 / Monthly
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  • Job ID 3506

Job Description

Laboratory Technician III – 2 Posts

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 thereafter convert to Permanent and Pensionable Terms of Service. Remuneration will be subject to the existing terms approved by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.

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 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

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