Economic Regulation
Reporting to the Principal Surveillance and Enforcement
Officer, the successful candidates will work under the supervision of a senior
officer and will assist in surveillance and inspection of sites, facilities and
licensees to ensure regulatory compliance in energy and petroleum sectors, and
taking appropriate enforcement actions in cases of non-compliance.
Electricity Enforcement Officer
Office Assistant (2 Posts)
Driver
Principal Administration Officer
Driver (3 Posts)
Corporate Communications Officer
Grade 6
The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA)
(Formerly Energy Regulatory Commission) is a State Corporation established
under the Energy Act 2019. The Authority is seeking to recruit suitable
qualified, experienced, result-oriented and highly motivated Kenyan citizens to
fill the following vacant position:
Responsibilities
·
Reviewing and implementing of
applicable standards, codes and regulations in Kenya;
·
Preparing drafts on procedures, rules
or guidelines for enforcement and compliance operations;
·
Conducting compliance checks on all
related areas and services;
·
Investigating allegations of
contravention of Energy Act and related regulations;
·
Undertaking investigations on
complaints and suspicion of non-compliance;
·
Drafting surveillance and compliance
reports.
Qualifications
·
Bachelor’s Degree in Economics or
equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
·
Membership with a relevant
professional body, where applicable;
·
Proficiency in Computer applications
skills; and
·
Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter
Six of the Constitution
Electricity Enforcement Officer
Grade 6
Reporting to the Principal Surveillance and Enforcement
Officer, the successful candidates will work under the supervision of a senior
officer and will assist in surveillance and inspection of sites, facilities and
licensees to ensure regulatory compliance in energy and petroleum sectors, and
taking appropriate enforcement actions in cases of non-compliance.
Responsibilities
·
Implementing of applicable standards,
codes and regulations in Kenya;
·
Reviewing of standards and
regulations in the Country;
·
Maintaining effective collaboration
and partnerships with stakeholders;
·
Preparing drafts on procedures, rules
or guidelines for enforcement and compliance operations;
·
Conducting compliance checks on all
related areas and services;
·
Investigating allegations of
contravention of Energy Act and related regulations;
·
Undertaking investigations on
complaints and suspicion of non-compliance;
·
Reviewing of procedures for
operations.
·
Drafting surveillance and compliance
reports.
Qualifications
·
A Bachelor’s degree in engineering in
any of the following fields: Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical or equivalent
qualification from a recognized institution;
·
Membership with a relevant
professional body, where applicable;
·
Proficiency in Computer applications
skills; and
·
Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter
Six of the Constitution
Office Assistant (2 Posts)
Grade 10
(2 Positions)
Reporting to the Principal Administration Officer, the
successful candidate will be responsible for attending to general routine
office services, which include providing cleaning services, messengerial duties
and provision of related office assistance roles.
Qualifications
·
At least a mean grade D+ (plus) in
the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education or its equivalent from a
recognized institution;
·
Proficiency in computers;
·
Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter
Six of the constitution.
Driver
Grade 9
Reporting to the Principal Administration Officer, the
successful candidates will be responsible for the provision of safe and timely
transportation of authorized goods and passengers as well as the good
maintenance of EPRA vehicles.
Qualifications
·
Four (4) years relevant working
experience as a Driver
·
KCSE mean grade D+ (plus) or
equivalent qualification;
·
Valid Class BCE Driving License free
from any endorsement
·
Trade Test for Drivers III
·
Proficiency in computer application
·
Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter
Six of the Constitution
Principal Administration Officer
Grade 4
Reporting to the Manager, Human Resource & Administration
successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring efficient and effective
provision of general office administration services; including hospitality,
employee safety and wellness, conducive work environment, maintenance and
management of EPRA’s property/assets, fleet management and provision of
transport services.
Responsibilities
·
Developing and implementing
administration policy and procedures;
·
Formulating departmental policies and
procedures and other documentation in line with ISO 9001:2015 Standard;
·
Preparing division budget, supervise
staff, recommend staff for training supervision and management;
·
Overseeing preparation of terms of
reference for different contracts, participate in evaluation process, manage
the contracts and prepare reports
·
Ensuring Compliance with
Occupational, Safety and Health Act (OSHA)
Qualifications
·
At least eight (8) years of relevant
work experience, three (3) of which must be at supervisory level;
·
A Bachelors’ degree in any of the
following disciplines: Business Management, Public Administration, Human
Resource Management, Finance, Commerce, Social Sciences or equivalent
qualification from a recognized institution;
·
A Master’s degree in any of the
following disciplines: Business Management, Public Administration, Human
Resource Management, Finance, Commerce, Transport Management/Logistics; Social
Sciences or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
·
Attended Management course lasting
not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
·
Member to relevant professional body
in good standing, where applicable;
·
Demonstrated results in work
performance;
Driver (3 Posts)
Grade 9
(3 Positions)
Terms: Contract
Reporting to the Principal Administration Officer, the
successful candidates will be responsible for the provision of safe and timely
transportation of authorized goods and passengers as well as the good
maintenance of EPRA vehicles.
Qualifications
·
Four (4) years relevant working
experience as a Driver
·
KCSE mean grade D+ (plus) or
equivalent qualification;
·
Valid Class BCE Driving License free
from any endorsement
·
Trade Test for Drivers III
·
Proficiency in computer application
·
Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter
Six of the Constitution
Corporate Communications Officer
Grade 4
Terms: Contract
Reporting to the Manager, Corporate Communications, the
successful candidate will be responsible for branding and development and
implementation of EPRA’s communication and branding strategy, policies and
plans.
Responsibilities
·
Developing, managing and overseeing
implementation of Corporate Communication and Branding Strategy and policy;
·
Developing and managing information,
education and communication materials;
·
Ensuring a positive corporate image
and providing media liaison services;
·
Developing corporate social
responsibility programs.
·
Mentoring and coaching staff
Qualifications
·
At least eight (8) years relevant
work experience three (3) of which should have been in supervisory role;
·
A Bachelor’s Degree in
Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing or equivalent
qualification from a recognized institution;
·
A Master’s Degree in Communication,
Journalism Public Relations, Marketing or equivalent qualification from a
recognized institution;
·
Professional qualification and
membership in good standing;
·
Management course lasting not less
four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
·
Proficiency in computer skills;
·
Demonstrated results in work
performance; and
·
Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter
Six of the Constitution
Other requirements
Applicants are required to provide a detailed CV
indicating their current and previous employers, positions held, current and
expected salary, names of at least three professional referees, education and
professional certificates together with a copy of national identity card or
passport.
The shortlisted candidates will additionally be required
to satisfy the requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution of
Kenya 2010 and provide:
1. Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal
Investigations;
2. Clearance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB);
3. Tax compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA);
4. Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC);
and
5. Report from an Approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).
The Authority will offer attractive salaries and benefits
to the selected candidates who can look forward to a rewarding career in a
professionally run organization. The successful candidates will be offered
employment on contract and permanent and pensionable terms as specified.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the stated requirements can
submit applications attaching a signed application letter, copies of education
and professional certificates, a detailed CV giving details of telephone
contact, email address, names and contacts of three (3) professional referees
not later than 5.00pm 6th August 2019.
Applications clearly indicating job applied for should be
sent to:
Email: recruitment072019@erc.go.ke
EPRA values diversity therefore youth, female candidates,
Persons with Disability (PWD) and marginalized are strongly encouraged to
apply.
EPRA is an equal opportunity employer. Canvassing will
lead to automatic disqualification.
Recruitment process is free. The Authority does charge any
processing fees at all.
ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACT