The Kenya Nuclear Electricity Board
(KNEB) is a State Corporation established under the State Corporations Act (Cap
446) Legal Notice No. 131 of 16th November 2012, charged with the
responsibility of implementing Kenya’s Nuclear Power Programme in line with the
Government’s Vision 2030 development blue print.
The core mandate of the organization is to promote and expedite development of nuclear power for electricity generation in Kenya by developing policies, strategies and legislations, undertaking public education and awareness, identification of suitable sites for the construction of nuclear power plants and development of human resource capacity.
The mission of the organization is to
promote safe and secure application of nuclear technology for sustainable
electricity generation and distribution in Kenya.
The core mandate of the organization is to promote and expedite development of nuclear power for electricity generation in Kenya by developing policies, strategies and legislations, undertaking public education and awareness, identification of suitable sites for the construction of nuclear power plants and development of human resource capacity.
To achieve this mandate, the Board of
Directors of the Kenya Nuclear Electricity Board seeks to recruit a dynamic and
competent person in the following position:
Director – Nuclear Energy Infrastructure
Development
Job Ref No. KNEB/HR/DNED)/1/2018
Job Summary: Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the job holder will be
responsible for providing leadership and direction towards development,
implementation and review of strategic goals, policies and plans necessary for
establishment and successful implementation of Kenya’s Nuclear Power Programme
by;
a) Overseeing development,
implementation and monitoring of strategies, policies and plans for nuclear
development in Kenya;
b) Carrying out technical studies
related to development and implementation of Kenya’s Nuclear Power Programme;
c) Overseeing the development and
implementation of a framework and criteria for siting of nuclear power plants
in Kenya;
d) Overseeing development,
implementation and monitoring of strategies, policies and plans for Human
Resource Development for Kenya’s Nuclear Power Programme;
e) Overseeing establishment and
implementation of partnerships aimed at human and institutional capacity
building for the development of the Nuclear Power Programme.
In the execution of this assignment,
the Director, Nuclear Energy Infrastructure Development will be expected to
ensure and uphold exemplary Corporate Governance in line with the
organization’s core values and promote a robust performance-driven culture.
Academic and Professional
Qualifications
Candidates must have the following
qualifications: –
·
Relevant Bachelor’s degree in
Engineering from a recognized institution.
·
Master’s degree in relevant field.
·
Be at least a corporate member of the
Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK)
·
Be a registered professional engineer
with Engineers Board of Kenya with a valid practicing license.
Related Job Experience
Must have at least twelve (12) years’
work experience, eight (8) of which should be in a senior management position.
Knowledge Skills and Competencies
The candidate must possess the
following skills and competencies:-
a. Demonstrable knowledge of the
Energy Sector in Kenya;
b. Demonstrable knowledge of the
linkages between Kenya and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA);
c. Demonstrable knowledge of the Nuclear
Power Programme;
d. Demonstrate understanding of
public service values;
e. Excellent leadership competencies
including analytical skills, excellent organization and coordination skills and
ability to make difficult decisions;
f. Demonstrate distinguished
leadership and people skills in public sector organization, management and
operations;
g. Meet the provisions of Chapter Six
of the Constitution of Kenya;
h. Strategic capability with proven
ability to relate emerging global issues with the organization’s mission,
vision and strategy;
i. Proven ability to build and manage
effective teams;
j. Be detail oriented, have ability
to meet deadlines, while delivering on high quality results.
Terms of Service and Remuneration
The appointment will be for a contractual
term of three (3) years, renewable subject to effective performance and
delivery of set targets.
The successful candidate will be
offered a competitive remuneration package for the position.
Director – Strategy and Planning
Job Ref No. KNEB/HRA/
DSP/2/2018
Reporting
to the Chief Executive Officer, the job holder will be responsible for
providing leadership and management of the corporate strategy, developing,
implementing and reviewing the roadmap for Kenya’s Nuclear Power Programme,
coordinating the organization’s international standards management systems,
risk management framework and management of energy power planning studies in
relation to the Nuclear Power Programme at the Board by;
a.
Overseeing development, implementation and review of the organization’s
strategic objectives, goals and targets;
b.
Coordinating development, implementation and review of the organization’s
strategic plan;
c.
Monitoring, reporting and advising the organization on strategic direction and
highlighting strategic drifts;
d.
Coordinating the development and implementation of nuclear power strategies,
policies and plans for the energy planning process;
e.
Coordinating the organization’s performance contracting process and liaising
with The National Performance Contracting Coordination Office and relevant
Agencies;
f.
Overseeing development, implementation and review of the organization’s
management systems such as the risk framework, quality assurance framework
(ISO) and Information Security Management System(ISMS);
g.
Guiding on the organization’s transformative agenda.
In
the execution of this assignment, the Director Strategy and Planning will be
expected to ensure and uphold exemplary Corporate Governance in line with
KNEB’s core values and promote a robust performance-driven culture.
Academic and Professional Qualifications
Candidates
must have the following:-
·
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Science,
Engineering, Commerce, Finance, Economics or any other relevant field from a
recognized institution.
·
Master’s degree in relevant field.
·
Be a registered member of good
standing with a relevant professional body where necessary.
Related Job Experience
·
Must have at least 12 years’ work
experience, eight (8) of which should be in a senior management position.
Knowledge Skills and Competencies
The
candidate must possess the following skills and competencies:-
a.
Demonstrable knowledge of the Energy Sector in Kenya;
b.
Demonstrable knowledge of the linkages between Kenya and the International
Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA);
c.
Demonstrable knowledge of the Nuclear Power Programme;
d.
Demonstrate understanding of public service values;
e.
Excellent leadership competencies including analytical skills, excellent
organization and coordination skills and ability to make difficult decisions;
f.
Demonstrate distinguished leadership and people skills in public sector
organization, management and operations;
g.
Meet the provisions of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya;
h.
Strategic capability with proven ability to relate emerging global issues with
the organization’s mission, vision and strategy;
i.
Proven ability to build and manage effective teams;
j.
Be detail oriented, have ability to meet deadlines while delivering on high
quality results.
Terms of Service and Remuneration
The
appointment will be for a contractual term of three (3) years, renewable
subject to effective performance and delivery of set targets.
The
successful candidate will be offered a competitive remuneration package for the
position.
Director – Legal & Regulatory Services and Company Secretary
Job Ref No. KNEB/HRA/DLRSC/03/2018)
Reporting
to the Chief Executive Officer, the Director Legal & Regulatory Services
and Company Secretary will be responsible for developing, implementing and
monitoring the legal and regulatory framework and offering Board secretarial
services.
The specific responsibilities include the following:
a.
Developing and advising on appropriate legal and regulatory framework for a
successful Nuclear Power Programme in Kenya;
b.
Providing guidance and legal advice to the Chief Executive Officer, the Board
of Directors and Management;
c.
Providing technical and strategic leadership in the development, implementation
and review of the organisation’s legal and policy framework;
d.
Advising on dispute prevention and resolution on all corporate legal issues;
e.
Advising the organisation and the Board of Directors on regulatory compliance
with government laws and regulations and ensuring compliance;
f.
Providing Board secretarial services, maintaining minutes and corporate
documents;
g.
Coordinating development, implementation and review of good corporate
governance within the organisation;
h.
Advising the management and the Board of directors on effective management of
contracts.
i.
Perform any other duty as assigned by the CEO and the Board.
In
the execution of this assignment, the Director Legal & Regulatory Services
and Company Secretary will be expected to ensure and uphold exemplary Corporate
Governance in line with KNEB’s core values and promote a robust performance-driven
culture.
Academic and Professional Qualifications
Candidates
must have the following:-
·
Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a
recognized university;
·
Master’s Degree in Law from a
recognized university;
·
Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
·
Certified Public Secretary of Kenya,
CPS (K);
·
Member, Institute of Certified Public
Secretary of Kenya (ICPSK) in good standing;
·
Member of the Law Society of Kenya in
good standing.
Related Job Experience
·
Must have at least twelve (12) years’
work experience, eight (8) of which should be in a senior management position.
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
The
candidate must possess the following skills and competencies:-
a.
Demonstrable knowledge of the Energy Sector in Kenya;
b.
Demonstrable knowledge of the linkages between Kenya and the International
Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA);
c.
Demonstrable knowledge of the Nuclear Power Programme;
d.
Demonstrate understanding of public service values;
e.
Excellent leadership competencies including analytical skills, excellent
organization and coordination skills and ability to make difficult decisions;
f.
Demonstrate distinguished leadership and people skills in public sector
organization, management and operations;
g.
Meet the provisions of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya;
h.
Strategic capability with proven ability to relate emerging global issues with
the organization’s mission, vision and strategy;
i.
Proven ability to build and manage effective teams;
j.
Be detail oriented, have ability to meet deadlines while delivering on high
quality results.
Terms of Service and Remuneration
The
appointment will be for a contractual term of three (3) years, renewable
subject to effective performance and delivery of set targets.
The
successful candidate will be offered a competitive remuneration package for the
position.
How to Apply
Interested
candidates for the above positions must obtain clearance from the following:-
·
Kenya Revenue Authority.
·
Higher Education Loans Board.
·
Ethics and Anti-Corruption
Commission.
·
Criminal Investigation Department
(Certificate of Good Conduct).
·
Credit Reference Bureau.
Candidates
who meet the above requirements should submit their applications so as to reach
the address shown below (clearly stating the reference in the letter and on the
envelope) on or before 17th December, 2018 by 5.00pm East African Time.
Applicants
to include CVs with details of day-time contacts, current and expected salary,
notice period required to take up appointment, names and contacts of three
referees. Applicants must also attach copies of all Certificates/ Testimonials,
and copy of National ID/Passport and Bio Data Form (CLICK HERE to
download)
Applications
to be sent by post or delivered to:
The
Chief Executive Officer,
Kenya Nuclear Electricity Board,
Kawi House Block C, 2nd Floor, off Red Cross Road,
P.O. Box 26374-00100,
Nairobi, Kenya
Kenya Nuclear Electricity Board,
Kawi House Block C, 2nd Floor, off Red Cross Road,
P.O. Box 26374-00100,
Nairobi, Kenya
OR
emailed to: recruitment@nuclear.co.ke
Kenya
Nuclear Electricity Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to
diversity.
Persons
living with disability (PWD) who have the required qualifications and skills
are encouraged to apply.
Applications
without the relevant qualifications, copies of documents/details as sought will
not be considered.
Any
form of canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification.
Only
shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.