Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, July 06, 2023 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:

Job Specification
Implementing policies and programmes on power system design;
• Providing technical advice and guidance on matters pertaining to design of distribution and transmission lines;
• Participating in formulation of power system design standards and ensure they are adhered to;
• Developing designs for all grid extension projects as per the acceptable standards;
• Verifying and authorise technical reports, designs estimates and drawings;
• Recommending location of proposed distribution networks including primary and secondary feeding substations by preparing description of project works, material schedules and cost estimates;
• Advising the Supplies Chain Management on the required materials as per the approved projects for the year;
• Verifying of wayleaves compensation before approval;
• Compiling and documenting projects technical reports including Design, Survey, Cartography and Wayleave;
• Maintaining operational linkages with other departments/sections of the Corporation;
• Managing human, financial and material resources assigned to the Department;
• Preparing budget and ensuring budgetary control for the Department;
• Maintaining a supportive working environment to foster optimum performance;
• Monitoring Departmental performance and initiate necessary interventions;
• Ensuring surveys for REREC grid, substation and mini-grid sites projects are done as per the acceptable standards;
• Ensuring Cartography services for grid project are done as per the acceptable standards; and
• Ensuring assessment of wayleaves for REREC projects.

Person Specification
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-
• A minimum of four (4) years relevant work experience;
• Bachelors degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic, Civil Engineering, or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Registered with the Engineers Board of Kenya;
• Certificate in supervisory course lasting not less than two (2) weeks;
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution


Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 48

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure

Interested candidates are requested to make their applications through a standard one-page cover letter, attaching a detailed CV, copies of academic certificates, a copy of ID/passport and any other relevant supporting documents.
All applicants MUST complete the BIO DATA Form which should be obtained in the Rural Electrification and Renewable Energy Corporation website and send the same in EXCEL to the Chief Executive Officer on jobs@rea.co.ke.  PDF and SCANNED bio data will be rejected.
Only the candidates offered employment shall be required to present the following clearance certificates:

Tax Compliance certificate from Kenya Revenue Corporation(KRA);
Clearance Certificates from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission(EACC);
Clearance Certificates from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB);
A Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI); and 5) A current report from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).
Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit HARD COPIES of their applications together with their updated Curriculum Vitae, CERTIFIED copies of academic and professional certificates on or before the closing dates.
Qualified persons including physically challenged, youth, minority groups and female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Applications should be sent to:
The Chief Executive Officer,
Rural Electrification and Renewable Energy Corporation,
Kawi House, Block C/South C-Bellevue,
P.O Box 34585-00100,
NAIROBI.

So as to reach on/or before 24th July, 2023


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