Duties for the Technical Services Manager Job
Ensure that all the designs and construction of grid extension projects are done efficiently and timely, within the acceptable industry standards;
Provide advisory functions to the top management on all technical matters in the Authority;
Be responsible for undertaking capacity building with other relevant institutions; partnering with relevant institutions in scaling the use of renewable energy and conducting research, development and dissemination of renewable energy technologies in collaboration with various institutions including adoption of best practices;
Provide advisory to management on all matters relating to the development of renewable energy sources;
Be responsible for carrying out of preliminary cost estimates for projects to be implemented, survey of projects being implemented; acquisition of way leave consents and preparation of technical design reports to be used during the construction phase of all projects;
Oversee project implementation through to commissioning;
Ensure the promotion of the use of renewable energy sources including but not limited to small hydro, wind, solar, biomass, geothermal, hybrid systems.
Technical Services Manager Job Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Civil, Electronics Engineering, or Renewable Energy or any other relevant Engineering Degree from a recognized Institution;
Master’s Degree in a related field from a recognized Institution;
Registered with Engineers Board of Kenya;
Member of the Institute of Engineers of Kenya;
Leadership or Management course is an added advantage;
Experience and Competencies:
At least twelve (12) years’ of relevant work experience with at least 6 years at senior management level in a busy environment;
Knowledge of the industry and energy sector;
Decision making and problem solving skills;
Leadership skills;
Communication skills;
Analytical Skills;
Demonstrated Integrity;
Meets the requirements of chapter six of the constitution.
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Visit the REA website for the full details of the job descriptions, minimum requirements and requisite work experience for each position. Apply for a position through a standard one-page letter, attaching a detailed CV and copies of certificates;All applicants MUST complete the BIO DATA (http://www.rea.co.ke/images/vacancies/REABioDataForm.docx) form which should be obtained in the REA website and send the same in soft not scanned to the Chief Executive Officer via Apply Now Button Candidates must submit Tax Compliance certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority, 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).Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit their applications together with their updated Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of academic and professional certificates. Qualified persons including physically challenged, youth and female candidates are encouraged to apply. Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.Applications should reach:The Ag. Chief Executive Officer, Rural Electrification Authority, Kawi House, Block C/South C-Bellevue, P.O Box 34585-00100, NAIROBI.So as to reach on/or before 18th August, 2017.

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