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Gaudence Innocent Kusare

Gaudence Innocent Kusare

Dar es Salaam,Tanzania

Summary

Experienced water resources engineer with expertise in water supply and distribution system management, hydraulic modelling using EPANET and WaterGEMS, and GIS applications such as ArcGIS and QGIS. Proficient in non-revenue water assessment, leak detection, pressure management, and district metered area monitoring to optimize water distribution systems. Skilled in engineering data analysis, technical reporting, and hydraulic model calibration to enhance system performance. Adept at project planning, field supervision, stakeholder engagement, and customer service with a focus on sustainable water resource management. Committed to delivering innovative solutions through strong analytical skills and effective teamwork.

Overview

7
7
years of post-secondary education
2
2
years of professional experience

Work history

Engineer II

DAWASA
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
03.2024 - Current

Responsibilities

  • Supervise routine inspections of water supply infrastructure for uninterrupted service delivery.
  • Monitor water supply systems and equipment to improve operational efficiency and service quality.
  • Conduct periodic inspections of water networks, identify challenges, and recommend corrective actions.
  • Analyze operational data on leaks, pipeline failures, breakdowns, and repairs for timely maintenance decisions.
  • Assess distribution system performance and condition, recommending technical improvements to reduce water losses.
  • Prepare technical and operational reports on water performance, maintenance, and system status for management review.
  • Coordinate and supervise implementation of water operation and maintenance tasks with technical teams.
  • Plan and supervise water rationing schedules during limited availability to support equitable distribution.
  • Respond to customer service requests and coordinate with technical teams to resolve complaints efficiently.
  • Perform other engineering and operational duties assigned by management to support organizational objectives.

Customer Service Assistant

DAWASA
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
03.2024 - Current

Responsibilities

  • Inspect customer meters and compile meter reports for billing records.
  • Follow up to resolve issues identified on discrepancy reports promptly.
  • Verify meter readings before starting each billing run.
  • Report leaks and update repair status.
  • Disconnect customers holding outstanding balances following approved procedures.
  • Distribute demand notices to customers in arrears within set timescales.
  • Read meters accurately to prevent billing errors.
  • Reconnect customers within 24 hours after receiving payment.
  • Submit copies of disconnection notices to required internal records.
  • Verify water use and report abnormal consumption for investigation.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

University of Dar-Es-Salaam
Tanzania
10.2015 - 11.2019

Master of Science - Water Resources Engineering

University of Dar-es-Salaam
Tanzania
10.2023 - 05.2026

Skills

    Skills

  • Water resources engineering, water supply, and distribution system management
  • Hydraulic modelling and network analysis using EPANET and WaterGEMS
  • Non-Revenue Water (NRW) assessment, leak detection, and pressure management
  • GIS and engineering software proficiency, including ArcGIS, QGIS, AutoCAD, and Google Earth Pro
  • Water meter inspection, verification, billing validation, and customer account management
  • Engineering data collection, analysis, interpretation, and technical reporting
  • Hydraulic model calibration, validation, and performance evaluation
  • Effective communication, teamwork, stakeholder engagement, and customer service
  • Project planning, field supervision, and maintenance coordination with a commitment to sustainable water resource management

Languages

English
Fluent
Swahili
Native

Affiliations

  • Football, Teaching, Reading books and Travelling with family and friends

Timeline

Engineer II

DAWASA
03.2024 - Current

Customer Service Assistant

DAWASA
03.2024 - Current

Master of Science - Water Resources Engineering

University of Dar-es-Salaam
10.2023 - 05.2026

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

University of Dar-Es-Salaam
10.2015 - 11.2019
Gaudence Innocent Kusare