Rural Electrification Authority Jobs in Kenya: Engineers,Systems Administrators,Programmer, Network Administrator, Security Officer, Communications Officer, Legal Officers and Senior Procurement Officer

Rural Electrification Authority, a fast growing State Corporation is looking for experienced, highly motivated and results oriented individuals to join its team. 

The incumbents must be self-driven individuals who will provide Strategic Leadership and focus on achievement of Departmental targets. 

They will work with their Departmental teams in spearheading / embracing innovations, work ethics and high level of integrity:

1. Senior Engineer Construction 

MG 7 

(3 Posts)
 

Key Duties:

• Coordinate construction and maintenance of electricity distribution systems strictly in accordance with the allowed minimum standards;
• Ensure Authority standards and procedures on system operations and safety are adhered to;
• Participate in the procurement of operations and maintenance materials and equipment;
• Prepare and approve payments certificates & attend to contractors’ and technicians queries/concerns, and
• Liaise with KPLC for joint inspections, commissioning and maintenance of construction standards, and capitalize commissioned projects;

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Electrical, Electronic Engineering or related field;
• Registration with the ERB/IEK as a Registered Engineer;
• Computer literacy;
• Management Development Courses, or Leadership Course for at least one month, and
• Seven (7) years relevant work experience in a similar position with five (5) years in a supervisory position.
• A Masters Degree in an Engineering field will be an added advantage. 

2. 2nd Assistant Engineer Renewable Energy
MG 9 

(2 Posts)
 
Key Duties:

• Implement programmes on projects development covering construction of Renewable Energy projects in the Region;
• Commission of completed projects;
• Prepare tender committee documents;
• Assist in preparing contract award documents in liaison with the Legal Department;
• Assist in preparing implementation schedules of power stations;
• Supervise implementation of power stations’ and
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical or Chemical or civil engineering;
• Registered Graduate Engineer with ERB;
• Six (6) years relevant experience three (3) of which is in renewable energy related work, and
• A master Degree will be an added advantage.
• Computer Literacy.

3. 3rd Assistant Engineer (Construction and Renewable Energy) 

MG10 

(2 Posts In Construction and 2 Posts Renewable Energy)

Key Duties:

• Preparation and evaluation of tenders for civil works;
• Validate of electrical works drawings;
• Supervise of construction engineering works, and projects
• Participate in commissioning of projects, and
• Carry out Valuation and capitalization of Electrical assets.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Registered graduate engineer by Kenya Engineers Registration Board (KERB);
• Have served for at least five (5) years, three (3) years of which is in the supervision of Electrical engineering projects or other related function;
• Computer literacy.

4. 3rd Assistant Engineer (Electrical System Protection) 

MG 10 

(1 Post)

Key Duties:

• Prepare and evaluation of tenders for electrical works;
• Supervise of electrical works for off-grid power projects;
• Participate in commissioning of new generators and switchgears for off-grid power stations;
• Carry out electrical tests for off-grid power machines and equipments to ascertain availability of sufficient protection for all newly constructed stations;
• Participate in Factory Acceptance Tests for machines and equipments to be supplied to the organization

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Electrical, Electronic Engineering or Higher National Diploma in Electrical Engineering with bias towards System Protection or equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Registered graduate engineer or graduate technician engineer as the case may be with the Kenya Engineers Registration Board (KERB);
• Degree holders with five (5) years relevant experience to have served for at least three (3) years at the level of 4th assistant engineer/ superintendent, preferably in technical services/distribution or other related function;
• For Higher Diploma to have served for at least four (4) years preferably in services/distribution or other related function;
• Computer literacy;

5. Senior Systems Administrator 

MG 8 (1 Post)

Key Duties:

• Work closely with REA user departments and undertake analysis of user requirements, design, implementation and support of ICT systems.
• Oversee general data integrity and performance tuning of SAP/Oracle database and participate in installation of system patches, configuration and upgrade of SAP ECC 6.0 database software and test new application systems to determine the impact of installation on existing production systems;
• Troubleshoot system failures and provide appropriate solution;
• Implement backup and recovery procedures and policies for the implemented SAP/Oracle database and network system;
• Oversee backup processes, backup verification checks and recovery management and ensure safe custody of backups;
• Undertake Oracle database growth and security management
• Implement approved disaster recovery policies and plans that support REA’s operational continuity;
• Perform Operating System(OS) administration, user profile administration and authorization under SAP,SUSE Linux and Microsoft environments
• Develop technical documentation including technical manuals, system design and operational procedures for all the implemented systems;
• Undertake internal training of the end-users; and
• Assist the head of department in undertaking technical evaluations of proposed ICT systems and implementation.

Qualifications:

• B.Sc.degree in Computer Science, IT, Information Systems or equivalent qualification with a strong bias in IT;
• At least seven (7) years relevant ICT experience in a reputable organization and in a challenging environment, three (3) of which must have been in a position of responsibility as a Basis Systems Administrator with excellent knowledge in systems recovery procedures and Oracle Databases; and
• Experience in cluster software applications with good networking skills in Cisco Routers and Switches will be an added advantage.

6. Systems Analyst / Programmer 

MG 9 

(1 Post)
 

Key Duties:

• Responsible for systems design, development and testing of application programs and ABAP customized reports;
• Trouble shoot system errors/bugs and develop appropriate solution;
• Analyze user requests for SAP system enhancement and configuration and provide appropriate solution;
• Validate that new system changes are moved to production correctly and update system documentation;
• Train end users on new system features or upgrades;
• Participate in technical evaluations of proposed ICT systems
• Provide support to workflow systems;
• Develop technical documentation including technical manuals and operational procedures for implemented systems;

Qualifications:

• B.Sc. degree in Computer Science, IT, Information Systems or equivalent degree;
• At least five (5) years system development and maintenance experience in a challenging position;
• Good knowledge in SAP workflow systems, ABAP programming with exposure to Linux and/or Unix operating Systems;
• Proven experience in supporting SAP system, Finance and/or procurement business processes will be an added advantage;

7. Network Administrator

MG 9 

(1 Post)
 

Key Duties:

• Responsible for support and maintenance of data, voice and video communication, messaging systems, mobile systems, desktop computer hardware/software;
• Review the performance of all IT network infrastructure from time to time and provide action plan for enhancement;
• Monitor network systems performance and ensure that network outages are resolved;
• Review and update network administration, operational procedures and policies for REA;
• Develop and implement contingency plans to guarantee systems availability during emergency situations;
• Implement policies for safeguarding integrity of systems;
• Manage back-ups for messaging systems including PC’s and laptops data;
• Coordinate hardware and software maintenance for mail server(s), desktop computers, laptops and printers in all REA offices; and
• Implement approved disaster recovery policies and plans to support REA’s business continuity;

Qualifications:

• B.Sc. degree in Computer Science, IT, Information Systems or equivalent qualification with a strong bias in IT;
• At least five (5) years experience in a responsible IT networking and hardware support position;
• Excellent knowledge of Linux/Unix operating Systems and Microsoft environments;
• Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP), MSCE qualifications will be an added advantage;
• Cisco Certified Network Administrator (CCNA) certification;

8. Systems Administrator

MG 10 

(1 Post)

Key Duties:

The right candidate will be expected to have suitable skills and experience to support the production systems and oversee general data integrity and performance tuning of the SAP system as follows:

• Install, configure, and upgrade database software and test new systems to determine the impact of installation on existing production systems;
• Troubleshoot SAP system failures and errors and provide appropriate solution;
• Implement backup and recovery procedures/policies, carry out backup verification checks and recovery management within the Oracle and SAP ECC 6.0 environment and ensure safe custody of backups
• Implement approved Disaster Recovery policies and plans to support REA’s operational continuity
• Perform operating system administration, user profile administration and authorization under SUSE Linux and Microsoft environments.
• Manage SUSE Cluster application and ensure optimum operation
• Update system documentation including technical manuals and operational procedures for all the implemented systems;

Qualifications:

• B.S.c degree in Computer Science, IT, Information Systems or equivalent qualification with a strong bias in IT;
• At least five (5) years relevant ICT experience in a challenging position, one (1) of which must be in SAP ECC 6.0 BASIS environment;
• Excellent knowledge of Linux/Unix operating Systems and Microsoft environments;
• Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) qualifications will be an added advantage;

9. Security Officer 

(MG 10) 

(3 Posts)

Key Duties:

• In charge of all the Administrative issues within the region
• to receive all reports, compile and forward to Senior Security officer;
• Prepare security reports;
• Conduct fire drills and other security drills within the work place;
• Sensitize the staff on security measures in place or being put in place;
• Ensure that all Authority Assets and properties are at all times secured;
• Conduct investigations of all accidents involving the Authority motor vehicle and criminal cases.
• Reports to the senior security officer;

Qualifications:

• University degree from a recognized University;
• Diploma or certificate in investigations from a recognized institution;
• Investigations and crime scene management certificate from CID training school ;
• Management course;
• Computer literate;
• Five years experience in relevant field at the rank of an Inspector of police or equivalent;

10. Chief Officer, Communications 

MG 6

Key Duties:

• Work with the HOD to develop corporate communications and marketing strategies, planning, budgeting and program implementation to support the Authority’s objectives
• Coordinate briefings to staff on implementing customer service and corporate identity standards
• Work with the HOD to develop media strategy and establishing and maintaining effective media relationships
• Write and edit in-house journals, newsletters, corporate and other related publications to enhance communication.
• Manage public relations activities and other events in the Authority.
• Oversee and write speeches and develop position papers for senior management
• Support the Departmental staff in performance and appraisals
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time such as projects Supervision and Inspection.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, Public Relations or related field.
• Masters Degree is an added advantage.
• Diploma in Communications, Public Relations or Media Arts from a recognized institution;
• Membership of the Public Relations Society of Kenya.
• Computer literacy with certification level;
• Certificate in Customer care;
• Certificate in desk top publishing is a definite advantage.

Experience:

• 9 years working experience in a Communications related position, 5 of which should have been at management level;
• Prior experience managing a busy Communications Department.

11. Legal Officer (Contracts) 

1 Post

Key Duties:

• Development and implementation of divisional targets and work plans;
• Overseeing the implementation of the Energy Act;
• Negotiating, drafting and reviewing Contracts, agreements and other legal instruments entered into between REA and third parties;
• Reviewing all security documentation kept by the Authority;
• Handling insurance matters
• Providing legal counsel to the management from time to time.
• Any other duties assigned from time to time.

Qualifications:

• A degree in law (LLB) from a recognized University.
• Admitted as an advocate of the high court of Kenya.
• Computer literate
• A CPS qualification will be an added advantage

Experience:

• 5 years work experience, and 3 years in Contract Management.

12. Legal Officer (Litigation) 

1 Post
 

Key Duties:

• Development and implementation of divisional targets and work plans;
• Overseeing the implementation of the Energy Act;
• Providing legal counsel to the management from time to time.
• Managing litigation on behalf of the organization;
• Manage Insurance covers for the organization
• Any other duties assigned from time to time.

Qualifications:

• A degree in law (LLB) from a recognized University.
• Admitted as an advocate of the high court of Kenya.
• Having a current practicing certificate
• Computer literate
• A CPS qualification will be an added advantage

Experience:

• 5 years experience, 3 of which must be in handling Litigation.

13. Senior Procurement Officer 

MG 8 

(1 Post)

Key Duties:

• Carrying out planning and projection of procurement needs of the Authority and this includes feeding Data into the Procurement Plan;
• With the Guidance of the Chief Procurement Officer the officer will set, manage and meet all performance targets;
• Preparation, publishing and issuing of procurement opportunities, which include invitations to tender, RFQ and RFP in line with the Authority Procurement Procedures.
• Participation in Opening & Evaluation of tenders, quotations;
• Taking Part in the Inspection of goods & services to ensure that quality is adhered to;
• Maintaining filing of records and documentation system in accordance with the Public Procurement Act, Regulations and Internal Procedures on Procurement;
• Preparation of Procurement Committee and Tender Committee discussion papers and progress reports on all awards before and after approval;
• Preparation of Contracts, Purchase Orders and Processing of Letters of credit as per approved procedures.
• Monitoring implementation of contracts as per the orders issued;
• Carrying out periodic market surveys to check that prices offered by suppliers are realistic.
• Verification of Delivery Notes before payment to suppliers;
• Take part in reviewing internal procurement & stores procedures;
• Responding to both internal and external communications, and
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned by the head of department.

Qualifications:

• B. Com, B.A in Economics, Business Administration or Any other relevant degree from recognized University;
• Graduate Diploma in Purchasing and Supplies Management (MClPS) or its equivalent;
• Member of Kenya Institute of Purchasing & Supplies (KISM);
• Thorough knowledge of Public Procurement Act, Regulations and Internal Procedures on Procurement;
• Computer Literacy, and
• Seven (7) years relevant work experience

REA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and interested applicants who have the above qualifications may submit their applications enclosing detailed curriculum vitae, copies of academic certificates and testimonials including daytime telephone contact, current remuneration and should quote the job title on the envelope. 

Applications should be sent to:

The CEO,
Rural Electrification Authority,
Nairobi.

and, should reach the undersigned on or before 19th September, 2012.

Please attach copies of relevant Certificates and testimonials and certificate of Good Conduct.

For more positions, please visit our website: www.rea.co.ke

Zachary O. Ayieko
Chief Executive Officer