KenGen Head of Geothermal Development Job in Kenya

Vacancy: Head of Geothermal Development

The Company: Kenya Electricity Generating Company Limited (KenGen) is the leading power producer generating about 80 per cent of power consumed in Kenya. It is listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange and is 70% Government owned.
 

The Strategy: The Company operates in a liberalized and regulated single-buyer market competing with Independent Power Producers. The forecasted national peak demand to meet Kenya Vision 2030 objectives is 15,000MW by year 2030. 

KenGen is going to be the major player in attaining this national target. In alignment with this national goal, KenGen has set out an ambitious operational and growth strategy, to grow its capacity from the current 1,236MW to 3,000MW by 2018. 

Launched in 2007 as Good-to-Great (G2G) Transformation Strategy, the Company has completed the first horizon (2008-2012) and is now on the second horizon (2013-2018). 

In order to meet the planned growth and sustain momentum of the ongoing transformation plan in line with its corporate strategy, the Board wishes to identify and recruit suitable candidates for the following listed executive position:

Head of Geothermal Development

1 Post
 

Ref: HR/GD/3/05/14
 

Job Profile
 

Reporting to the Managing Director & CEO, the person will:

• Lead, oversee and manage the geothermal resource development and operations function and actively participate in the development of KenGen’s corporate strategy.
• Develop accountability structures, oversee periodic reporting of drilling and Geothermal projects and monitor the performance indicators for the Geothermal Development Division.
• Manage a large number of staff and cross functional teams in the area including Supply chain, ICT., Finance, Human Resources and Administration Services
• Coordinate, monitor and direct management and maintenance of reservoir and steam field resources.
• Oversee power generation in Geothermal operations ensuring timely effective and efficient revenue generating activities, safety adherence and security of the assets within the plants.
• Develop and coordinate the implementation of environmental and social impact assessment frameworks.
• Oversee the provision of research and consultancy services, including the hiring of expertise and equipment to local and international clients.
• Coordinate implementation of resettlement action plans for geothermal projects in conjunction with the Regulatory & Corporate Affairs division.
• Manage the relationship between the company and local communities and stakeholders on issues related to the Geothermal Development.
• Be the contact person for all visitors (local & international) to the area and is expected to coordinate all the service providers including contractors.

Person Profile

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering, Earth Sciences, Business or any other relevant field.
• Masters degree in Engineering, Earth Science or Business related field is an added advantage.
• Must be a registered engineer with EBK and a member of I.E.K or member of a relevant professional body.
• At least Ten (10) years experience at senior management level in plant operations or geothermal technology related roles.

The successful candidates will be expected to demonstrate distinguished leadership with a track record of achievements in the public or private sector backed with a minimum Ten (10) years in senior management roles and be a Transformative and Change leader, keen on detail and strict deadlines with undisputable respect and integrity. 

He/ She will be required to possess strong people management and inter personal skills.

How to Apply

Application complete with detailed resume and testimonials should be addressed to:
 

The Managing Director & CEO,
Kenya Electricity Generating Company Ltd,
8th Floor, Stima Plaza Phase III,
Kolobot Road, Parklands,
P O Box 47936 – 00100,
Nairobi, Kenya.
 

Or e-mail to executivejobs@kengen.co.ke
 

On or before Monday 9th June 2014 at 3.00 p.m. 

Remember to indicate the reference number of the job applied for on the envelope.

Terms - These are executive positions with attractive remuneration package and 5 year contract term renewable.

NB: KenGen is an equal opportunity employer and interested candidates are advised to apply where they feel they have key strengths. Canvassing and falsifying of data will lead to automatic disqualification.