The Rural Electrification and Renewable Energy Corporation,
(formerly, the Rural Electrification Corporation ) a state corporation
established under the Energy Act, 2019, is mandated to enhance provision of
electricity in the rural areas of the country as well as develop, manage and
promote the use of renewable energy in Kenya. Through its mandate, the Corporation
seeks to improve the socio-economic well-being of Kenyans living in rural areas
as well as develop cheap alternative sources of energy through the promotion of
renewable energy. Since commencing operations in the 2008/09 financial year,
the Corporation has endeavored to realize this objective and through its
efforts, 70% of all the public facilities have been electrified. Moving
forward, the Corporation will put more focus on renewable energy to provide
electricity to areas far away from the national grid network.
Applications are invited from professionals who meet ALL the
minimum qualifications for the following position;
LEGAL ASSISTANT, GRADE REREC 8 (1 POST)
Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail assisting
in:-
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Attending registries and/or other
government offices for purposes including: filing, registrations, making
payments, making applications, fixing dates, perusals and searches, extracting
court orders, obtaining consents, obtaining conveyancing demands and certificates;
·
Effecting service and delivery of
requisite dispatch;
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Preparing and signing affidavits of
service;
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Facilitating payment of legal fees;
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Updating
contractors/customers/clients and calling for documents which are in their
possession where necessary
·
Arranging files in the Corporation’s
legal registry, and filing documents in the relevant files;
·
Retrieving files and documents needed
by Legal Counsel; and
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Handling matters expected of a
Assistant and or any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Qualifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-
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Diploma in Law and Paralegal studies
from a recognized institution;
OR
OR
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Certificate in Law and Paralegal
studies from a recognized institution;
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A minimum period of four (4) years’
relevant work experience;
·
Minimum KCSE C- (minus) or its
equivalent;
·
Proficiency in computer applications;
and
·
Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter
Six of the Constitution.
MANAGER, DESIGN, GRADE REREC 3 (1 POST) – RE-ADVERTISEMENT
Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities will entail:-
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Oversee Implementation of policies
and programmes on power system design;
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Providing technical leadership and
guidance on matters pertaining to design of distribution and transmission
lines;
·
Formulating of power system design
standards and ensuring they are adhered to;
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Developing designs for all grid
extension projects as per the acceptable standards;
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Verifying and authorising 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;
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Verifying of wayleaves compensation
before approval;
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Coordinating and Compilation and
documentation of projects technical reports including Design, Survey,
Cartography and Wayleave;
·
Liaising with other
departments/sections of the Corporation on specific issues;
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Managing human, financial and
material resources assigned to the Department;
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Coordinating preparation of budget
and ensuring budgetary control for the Department;
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Maintaining a supportive working
environment to foster optimum performance;
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Monitoring Departmental performance
and initiate necessary interventions;
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Ensuring surveys for all REREC grid,
substation and mini-grid sites projects are done as per the acceptable
standards;
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Ensuring Cartography services for all
grid project are done as per the acceptable standards;
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Ensuring acquisition of wayleaves for
all REREC projects; and
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Providing advisory functions to top
management on all matters relating to the extension of the grid.
Qualifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-
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A minimum period of ten (10) years
relevant working experience, four (4) of which must have been in a management
role in comparable and relevant position;
·
Bachelor’s degree in any of the
following: Mechanical, Electrical/Electronics or any other related field from a
recognized institution;
·
Masters degree in any of the
following: Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering,
Electronics Engineering, Energy Management, Business Administration or relevant
degree from a recognized institution;
·
Postgraduate Diploma in a relevant
area;
·
Professional qualification;
·
Registered with the Engineers Board
of Kenya;
·
Certificate in management course
lasting not less than four (4) weeks;
·
Proficiency in computer applications;
and
·
Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter
Six of the Constitution.
(c) Key Competencies and Skills
In addition the candidate should possess the following skills:
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Analytical skills;
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Communication skills;
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Strategic and innovative thinking;
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Interpersonal skills;
·
Negotiation skills; and Team
player.
MANAGER, CONSTRUCTION, GRADE REREC 3 (1 POST) – RE-ADVERTISEMENT
Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities will entail:-
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Coordinating preparation of annual
Departmental Performance Contracts;
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Implementing policies and programmes
on power system designs;
·
Preparing Purchase Requisition
(PR)for designed projects;
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Monitoring and evaluating the
implementation of Construction Contracts;
·
Participating in annual review of the
REREC projects plan;
·
Coordinating the supervision of
construction of all REREC grid projects;
·
Ensuring that records of all
grid projects constructed in the country are properly kept both at the Regional
office and head Office;
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Ensuring projects information is
updated from time to time;
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Preparing the weekly projects
reports;
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Providing completion certificates for
completed projects;
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Ensuring timely delivery of projects;
·
Providing technical leadership and
guidance on matters pertaining to construction of distribution and transmission
lines as necessary;
·
Participating in formulation of power
system design standards and ensure they are adhered to;
·
Coordinating supervision and
provision of technical expertise to contractors;
·
Verifying technical reports, designs
and estimates for projects;
·
Ensuring all construction works
conform to the approved standards;
·
Managing human, financial and
material resources assigned to the department;
·
Providing advisory functions to top
management on all matters relating to the extension of the grid;
·
Developing clear procedures on the
preparation and issuance of stores requisition forms (STF); and
·
Liaising with other
departments/sections of the Corporation on specific issues.
Qualifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-
·
A minimum period of ten (10) years
relevant working experience, four (4) of which must have been in a management
role in comparable and relevant position;
·
Bachelor’s degree in any of the
following: Mechanical, Electrical/Electronics or any other related field from a
recognized institution;
·
Masters degree in any of the
following: Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering,
Electronics Engineering, Energy Management, Business Administration or relevant
degree from a recognized institution;
·
Postgraduate Diploma in a relevant
area;
·
Professional qualification;
·
Registered with the Engineers Board
of Kenya;
·
Certificate in management course
lasting not less than four (4) weeks;
·
Proficiency in computer applications;
and
·
Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter
Six of the Constitution.
(c) Key Competencies and Skills
In addition the candidate should possess the following skills:
·
Analytical skills;
·
Communication skills;
·
Strategic and innovative thinking;
·
Interpersonal skills;
·
Negotiation skills; and
·
Team player.
CORPORATE COMMUNICATION ASSISTANT, GRADE REREC 8 (1 POST)
Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities will entail assisting in:-
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Manning the reception desk;
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Profiling visitors;
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Recording and confirming visitors
appointments;
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Maintaining daily record of visitors
details;
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Maintaining good ambience in the
reception area;
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Responding to client and
visitors queries including online feedback; and
·
Receiving, guiding and directing
visitors to designated offices and areas.
Qualifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-
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Diploma in any of the following
disciplines: Journalism, International Relations, Mass Communication,
Communication Studies, Public Relations or its approved equivalent
qualifications from a recognized institution;
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A minimum KCSE C- (minus) or
its equivalent;
·
Proficiency in computer applications;
and
·
Fulfilled the requirement of Chapter
Six of the Constitution
DRIVER, GRADE REREC 9 (1 POST)
Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities at this level will entail:-
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Maintaining cleanliness of the
assigned vehicle;
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Keeping up to date work tickets for
vehicles;
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Submitting regular reports on motor
vehicle assigned;
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Reporting any mechanical/accident
problems; and
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Maintaining proper mechanical working
condition of the vehicle;
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Ensuring safety of vehicle on and off
the road; and
·
Ensuring safety of passenger and or
good therein.
Qualifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-
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A minimum period of four (4) years’
relevant work experience;
·
A minimum mean Grade D (plain) in the
KCSE or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
·
The Occupational Trade Test II
Certificate;
·
Valid driving license free from any
current endorsements(s) for classes of the vehicles the driver is required to
drive;
·
Certificate of Good Conduct
(renewable after two (2) years);
·
First Aid Certificate course lasting
not less than one (1) week from St. Johns Ambulance or any other recognized
institution;
·
An accident free driving period of 3
years; and
·
Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter
Six of the Constitution.
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT, GRADE
REREC 8 (2 POSTS)
Responsibilities
An officer may be posted in
Receiving, Stock Control and Issuing on periodic rotation:-
The duties and responsibilities will
entail assisting in:-
I. Receiving Functions
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Receiving materials, examine
condition and completeness;
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Using computer systems to confirm the
correct supplies;
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Confirming all receiving documents;
Bill of lading, packing list, delivery note etc.;
·
Determining space requirement and
position of the material;
·
Generating Goods Received Notes
(GRN);
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Capturing and processing stores data;
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Complying with Procurement Act;
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Preparing requisitions for stocks
replenishment;
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Monitoring the movement of stores;
·
Preparing daily and weekly receiving
reports; and
·
Stock verification and reconciliation
of records.
II. Stock controls Functions
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Verification of physical stocks and
comparing them with the system balances and record the position;
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Monitoring stock levels and report
replenishment requirements;
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Filling all the stock documents;
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Preparing daily and weekly reports;
and
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Complying with Procurement Act.
III. Issuing Functions
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Confirming authorization of
requisitions and contractors;
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Determining the vehicle capacity
according to weight limits before loading;
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Issuing stores;
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Sorting, despatching and filing
documents;
·
Capturing and processing stores data;
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Complying with Procurement Act;
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Monitoring the movement of stores;
·
Preparing daily and weekly issuing
reports; and
·
Stock verification and reconciliation
of records.
IV. Dispatch Functions
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Confirming that the authorized person
is the one signing out for the materials;
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Preparing the gate pass;
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Coordinating authorization of the
gate pass;
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Filing all the dispatch documents;
and
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Complying with Procurement Act.
Qualifications
For appointment to this grade, a
candidate must have:-
·
Diploma in Procurement and Supplies
Management, Business Administration, or other relevant field from a recognized
institution;
·
Membership to a professional body
either KISM or CIPS; and in good standing;
·
Proficiency in computer applications;
and
·
Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter
Six of the Constitution
How to Apply
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Apply for a position through a
standard one-page letter, attaching a detailed CV and copies of certificates;
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All applicants MUST complete
the BIO DATA Form Click here
to upload and send the same in WORD to
the Chief Executive Officer on jobs@rea.co.ke. PDF and SCANNED bio
data will be rejected.
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Candidates must submit Tax Compliance
certificate from Kenya Revenue Corporation, Clearance Certificates from Ethics
and Anti-Corruption Commission and Higher Education Loans Board; and a valid
Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations
(DCI).
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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.
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Qualified persons including
physically challenged, youth and female candidates are encouraged to apply.
·
Candidates who had previously applied
are encouraged to apply again.
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 17th
December, 2019.