Peter M. Gichaaga – Managing Director
He is responsible for efficient management of the affairs of the company, day to day operations and administration of the company in consultation with the Board. He provides overall leadership to the company and guides strategic direction in order to ensure effective achievement of the company’s strategic plan.
He joined the company in 2015. He has over 15 years experience in both private and public sector. He has a deep understanding of the water sector having worked at Tana Water Services Board which has since been renamed as Tana Water Works Development Agency for 10 years. He is currently serving as an executive committee member in WASPA (Water Services Providers Association) where he represents the Tana Water Region. He also serves as a board member of various organizations in the country.
He is a Certified Public Accountant, Certified Public Secretary and holds Master of Science (Finance), from the University of Nairobi, Master of Business Administration (Strategic Management) and Bachelor of Business Administration (Accounting and Finance) from Kenya Methodist University and also a Diploma in Business Management from the Kenya Institute of Management.
Eng. Peter G. Kahuthu
Head of Technical Services
He is responsible for the coordination and implementation of all the technical policies and decisions of the company and advising the managing director on all technical matters. He also oversees the supervisory, operational and financial aspects of the entire technical division.
He joined the company in 2016 from Nairobi City Water & Sewerage Company where he worked in various positions under both the Engineering and OSM departments. He is also an Associate Expert for Environmental Impact Assessment and Audit. He has over fifteen years of experience in the water sector.
He holds a BSc. Civil & Structural Engineering and is pursuing MSc. Environmental Health Engineering from the University of Nairobi. He holds a certificate in EIA & EA from Africa Nazarene University. He has been trained as a lead auditor with regards to the maintenance of the company’s 17025:2005 accreditation by the Kenya Accreditation Service.
James N. Ngunjiri
Chief Water and Sanitation Engineer
He is responsible for implementation of all the technical operations and decisions. He provides the overall supervision of all the water supply and sanitation services and the related functions in the technical division to achieve the set targets. In consultation with the Head of Technical Services, he is also responsible for developing and negotiating technical proposals and ensuring that all projects are managed within the approved budget, time and quality.
He joined the company in 2016 from Fair Construction Company in Kigali, Rwanda where he worked as a project manager and lead engineer. He has over fifteen years experience in engineering design, construction, project planning and management of water, sewerage, roads and building projects. He is also well versed in exploring new innovations and emerging technologies to enhance customer service delivery.
He holds a Bachelor of Technology degree in Civil Engineering from Egerton University and a Diploma Civil Engineering from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology. He has attended various technical, managerial and administration courses both locally and internationally.
David N. Ndumo
Head of Corporate Services
He is responsible for the Corporate Services section. The Head of Corporate Services is responsible for advising the Board and Management on matters of Finance, Human Resource, ICT, and Procurement (Administratively) as well as the General Corporate Administration of the Company.
He joined the company in July 2019 from International Justice Mission where he was the Regional Compliance Manager.
He has over 20 years of experience in Accounting, Microfinance, NGO Management, Business Incubation, Policy Formulation, Restructuring and Deployment, Business model transformation, Training, Research, Startups, Winding up, Audit, Donor engagement, Fundraising and Strategic Planning.
He holds a first degree in Business Management (accounting option) from Moi University and a Master’ degree in Business Administration from Mt. Kenya University. He is also a Certified Public Accountant and a member of Information System Audit and Control Association. He also holds a diploma in Human Resource Management from the Kenya Institute of Management. He is currently pursuing a PhD in Finance at the Dedan Kimathi University of Technology.
Francis K. Kiura
Head of Commercial and Strategy
He is the Head of Commercial Services and Strategy department which ensures prudent management of commercial function and continuous improvement of customers’ service delivery. He is also responsible for monitoring and reporting on implementation of the company’s strategic plan.
He joined NYEWASCO in July 2019. He has over 15 years of experience in Customer Care, Retail Management and Training having worked for Safaricom as a retail manager for a long period of time. He is a strong innovator with a creative and energetic approach to performance improvement strategies. He has also worked at Dedan Kimathi University of Technology as an Accounts, Finance and Strategic management lecturer.
He holds a first degree in Bed (Science), Double Mathematics and another degree in Business Information Technology. He also holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration (Strategic Management) and is currently pursuing a PhD in Strategic Management at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology. He is also a Certified Public Accountant and a Certified Public Secretary.
Joyce Munira
Senior Human Resources and Administration Officer
She is a holder of a Master of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Human Resource Management from Kenyatta University and a Diploma in Business Management from the Kenya Institute of Management
Reuben G. Gitau
Manager, Internal Audit
He is in charge of providing independent assurance that the company’s risk management, governance and internal control processes are operating effectively. He joined the company from 1st July 2019, having served as an internal audit at County Pension Fund, Head Office and Nairobi Hospital.
He holds a first degree in Bachelor of Arts (Economics) from the University of Nairobi. He is also pursuing a Master’s degree in Business Administration from Kenyatta University. He is also a Certified Public Accountant and a Certified Information System Auditor. He is a member of the Institute of certified Public Accountants of Kenya, Information Systems Audit and Control Association as well as the Institute of Internal Auditors- Kenyan Chapter.
Keziah N. Nyambura,
Manager, Legal Services/ Secretary
She is responsible for advising the organization on the legal aspect of day-day administrative matters. She provides sound legal guidance to all the departments of the company as well as secretarial functions to the Board. She joined NYEWASCO in July 2019.
She holds a Bachelor of Law degree from the Catholic University of East Africa and is pursuing a Master of Laws from the University of Nairobi. She is also undertaking a Certified Public Secretaries course. She has a profound background in legal affairs and is an advocate of the High Court.