Job Field: Sector in Engineering / Technical

Head of Kenya Operations DAC Engineer Process Simulation Engineer Project Finance lead Spontaneous Application

As Head of Kenya operations, you will:‍

Lead the deployment and operations of our DAC technology in Kenya.
Oversee the permitting of the site, installation, commissioning, and testing of DAC machines.
Identify, evaluate, and negotiate terms with contractors and suppliers.
Organize and lead community engagement efforts to foster positive relationships and support for the project.
Hire, train, and mentor local staff to build a strong, capable team.
Work with your team to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues as they arise.
Ensure the facility operates efficiently and meets performance targets.
Develop and implement operational procedures and safety protocols.
Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance facility performance.
Monitor and report on project progress and operational metrics.
Build and maintain relationships with local stakeholders, including government entities, local communities, suppliers, and contractors.
Manage the local engineering team and coordinate closely with the Belgium headquarters to ensure alignment and support.
Develop and manage project plans, timelines, and budgets to ensure successful project delivery.
Ensure compliance with all local regulations and standards at all times.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or related field).
Minimum of 8 years of experience in industrial operations or project management.
Proven track record of leading teams and managing projects.
Strong problem-solving skills and strong doer mentality
Ability to work independently and make decisions under pressure.
Smart but humble, with a bias for action.
Willingness to travel Europe from time to time.

Nice to haves

Experience starting a large industrial project such as a power plant and seeing it to completion.
Experience operating a large industrial project.
Experience in project finance.
Familiarity with DAC technology or other environmental technologies.
Knowledge of local regulations and practices in Kenya.

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November 5, 2024
Engineering Coordinator

Job Description

Reporting to the Cluster Chief Engineer, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service.
Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies/service procedures/standards.
Able to maintain financial checkbook and accurately close month end.
Handle Guest concerns and react quickly, logging and notifying the proper areas.
Maintain inventory/attic stock.
Coordinate with royal services for closing of Job orders.
Actively participate in daily briefing and department meetings.
Ensure staff is informed daily about priorities in their section.
Follow departmental policies and procedures.
Report necessary maintenance items.
Follow all safety and sanitation policies.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Diploma in Electrical/Mechanical/Civil Engineering’ or any other technical Engineering field.
Minimum 1 year experience in a clerical capacity in a hotel Engineering environment.
Experience with Hotel Property Management System would be beneficial.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Able to convey information and ideas clearly.
Ability to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.
Work well in stressful, high-pressure situations.
Effectively listening, understanding and clarifying the concerns and issues raised by coworkers and guests.
Must be able to perform assigned duties with attention to detail, speed, accuracy, follow-through, courtesy, cooperativeness and work well with limited supervision.

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November 5, 2024
Water Services Supervisor Operations Officer

Job Purpose

We are seeking for an experienced Water services supervisor to lead and oversee the work at our Optiven Water Department. The eligible person will be responsible for ensuring the efficiency of business operations and marketing as well as setting strategic goals for the future.

S/he will be a competent leader able to provide guidance that enhances performance in a manner which incorporates the company’s vision and culture. The goal will be to ensure the profitability of our company’s activities to drive sustainable development and long-term success.

Duties and responsibilities:

Grow and develop the water business to run efficiently and effectively to profitability.
Coordinate water activities for example ensuring all customers’ requests on meters are handled on time.
Manage customer complaints on water connections.
Ensure all water bills are paid on time for analog meters.
Ensure there are no illegal water connections.
Work together with Optiven Finance department on financial analysis of KPLC payments vs. Revenue to see if it’s really profitable.
Keep record of all water assets and ensure they are safe and well managed.
Manage all boreholes to ensure the steady supply of water to customers, minimal breakdowns, and repairs.

Qualification.

Been a business manager for at least 2 years
Degree in a business-related course
Financial Literacy – at least CPA Section 2
Good customer service skills.
Willing and able to do 60% Fieldwork and 40% office.
High levels of integrity.

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How to ApplyIf you believe you have high performance culture, positive mental attitude and are self-driven, then apply through recruitment@optiven.co.ke having Job Title as the subject matter of the email.NB:

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November 5, 2024
Solar Engineer Solar Maintenance Engineer

Purpose of job

The Solar Engineer is The Solar Engineer will be responsible for tasks related to the solar industry, solar power, solar systems, PV design, and electrical design. The role will involve designing and implementing solar projects, conducting feasibility studies, analyzing energy production, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards.

Key responsibilities

Taking ownership of delivery of Solar PV projects in Solar PV sector, ranging from conceptual stage through detailed design and engineering works, management of project installation services during execution and flawless handover/commissioning.
Developing technical solutions including designing solar PV layout for commercial and utility projects , optimizing the size of the plant, managing the assessment of associated infrastructure such as structural assessment, land assessment etc.
Liaising with electrical engineers, BESS experts and planning consultant to ensure the successful delivery of the projects
Liaising with suppliers and contractors to obtain the proposals and develop project costing
Supporting the development of solar PV business plan
Providing technical input to proposals and bids
Representing the organization in conferences and renewable energy events
Training and guiding junior members of the team
Supporting the development inhouse tools and templates
Ensure compliance to Health, Safety and Environment policy and regulations in the execution of duties at all times

Requirements
Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering preferred
Strong understanding of Solar Industry and Solar PV Power market in Kenya and East Africa
Proven experience in Solar PV and/or renewable energy sector
Knowledge of regulatory and safety standards in the solar industry
Excellent renewable energy project management skills
Excellent technical skills including familiarity with AutoCad and commercial solar PV design software such as PVsyst
Demonstrable client focus

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November 5, 2024
Service Engineer-Boiler & Heaters

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Service Engineer – Boiler & Heaters at Thermax Limited located in Nairobi County, Kenya. The Service Engineer will be responsible for troubleshooting, field service, technical support, maintenance & repair of boilers and heaters on a day-to-day basis.

Qualifications

Troubleshooting, Maintenance & Repair, and Technical Support skills
Field Service and Communication skills
Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
Ability to work effectively in a team and independently
Experience in boiler and heater maintenance is a plus
Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant field

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November 5, 2024
Offer Manager, Power Products

Your Mission:

Great people make Schneider Electric a great company. We are looking to recruit an Offer Manager to support power products. The successful candidate will define and manage the offer strategy for the Power Products Offer (circuit breakers, switches, contactors, protection relays, Panels, all PP Offers) in East & West Africa and support the distributor and panel builder channels.

Our Role – Magic happens when you bring great people together!

Get a clear and updated understanding of the Offer’s environment:

Evaluate periodically the market & the competition landscape.
Identify the trends impacting the market.
Contribute to the Annual Marketing & Sales Plan.
Meet end-users and channel customers in their day-to-day lives.
Support the Distributor and Panel Builder Channels.
Get a clear and updated understanding of the Offer’s performance:
Monitor our business (turnover, volume, profitability, market shares, etc.).
Review the offer’s quality level & contribute to global quality improvement.
Define and manage the marketing mix of the offer:

Product (Offer):

Define with the LoB the offer road-map evolution according to the gaps in features, quality, availability etc.
Ensure compliance with standards, profitability targets, and quality.
Manage and update all data (new ref, OPS, O2 etc.).
Optimize stock keeping.

Price (Cost vs Value):

In support of the Pricing Manager, assist with:
Input to the discount matrix
Input to price positioning.
Monitoring and reviewing strategic references and delta prices.
Commercial Policy definition & CLO

Place (End Users & Channels):

Work with all Channel Managers to maximize the availability of the offer through all available channels.
Provide Trainings to the GTM with customized content relatively to the target Audience.
Constantly evaluate the effectiveness of the existing channels and scan the marketplace for new channels (E-Commerce, consumer retail, etc.).
Support end-user and specifier teams to secure specifications.

Promotion (Communication):

Define and update the kill phrases, USP’s, and value propositions.
Collaborate with the communication team to update strategies, tools, promotions, messages etc.
Support Operational Marketing in the growth action deployment:
Act as custodian of product relevant material for sales and promotions as supplied by Line of Business (documentation, training, content etc.).
Manage the global commercial forecast (SIOP process).
Provide support for key equipment and solutions tenders.
Optimize stock keeping (O² process)

Specific Processes:

PEP: Product Evolution Process
PWP: Product Withdrawable Process
Pricing: Price Management Process
O²: Offer Optimization Process

Management System:

Stay current with developments in the management system and apply the policies and procedures relevant to the position.
Communicate improvement possibilities regarding the management system to the relevant process owner or directly to Quality & Customer Satisfaction and participate in improvement initiatives.

KPI’s:

Order Intake
Sales
Delta Price
Margin
Stock profile

Qualifications

Relevant technical degree, e.g. B.Tech, B.Eng in Electrical Engineering
Business/marketing qualification is an added advantage
Prior experience in a similar role is preferred.
Knowledge of the relevant East African market.
Ability to work in a growing business environment and matrix organization.
Strong technical and commercial skills

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November 5, 2024
Tribe Lead/ HOD – Fixed Broadband

Job Description

Reporting to the Chief Consumer Business Officer (CCBO), the role holder will be charged with leading the Fixed Broadband business and is also responsible for ensuring this business achieves targeted revenue objectives and leadership in the marketplace.

About the role

The role is responsible for defining and delivering on the Fixed broadband strategy, performance indicators that will ensure great customer experience through seamless end to end customer journeys securing Safaricom as the leading Fixed Broadband provider. The role holder will also shape the brand perception to grow brand love and consideration.
The role will drive convergence and grow home broadband uptake through development of relevant products and services. The role holder is also expected to drive growth by accelerating the broadband customer base through launching innovative home connectivity solutions, converged propositions, extend coverage profitably and strengthen our customer promise and experience.
The role is responsible for delivering a great customer experience to enable Safaricom become the trusted partner of choice for fixed connectivity and solutions. This is achieved through the development of strong partnerships with fixed technology, content & terminal providers to drive acquisition, deployment and superior experience.
The Fixed Broadband lead will role model the agile culture & mindsets of a servant leader, creating transparency both horizontally (across Tribes) and vertically (from Management Exco to Squads) and with the wider business stakeholders.
The role requires a strong cross-functional collaborator who partners effectively with teams across commercial and technology in the organization with demonstrated deep understanding of broadband technologies and content

Responsibilities

Key accountabilities and responsibilities.

Owns, formulates for approval from the CCBO the strategy and the development of Fixed product propositions; aimed at ensuring Safaricom is the brand of preference and ensuring differentiation in the market.
Strengthen the Agile Way of Working as a role model. The primary responsibility of this role is to facilitate, support and motivate your Tribe members
Develop and maintain cross-functional collaboration through holistic business awareness, understanding, and effective communication
Drive digital enablers that will assist Business and Agile tribes in fulfillment of customer journeys
Embed and grow Customer value management competence and platforms in line with the consumer strategy
Forecasting of usage and revenue targets based on identification of innovative ideas for both horizontal and vertical growth.
Deliver all Fixed revenues as incorporated in the revenue targets.
Ensure attainment of Fixed connected subscriber, rollout, churn, demand reduction and converged penetration numbers.
Ensure customer information gaps are identified & determine how they will be filled.
Development and delivery of the departmental annual financial plan and ensuring expenditure within approved budget.
Build talent, motivate and influence others to develop a high performing team.
Actively monitor team KPI’s and acting to achieve them consistently
Ensure compliance with AML/KYC laws and regulations

Below are the key skills and competencies required to be successful in this role:

Business Know-how

Uses data and research to make decisions that are competitively and financially robust.
Balances current and future needs.
Thinks and acts like an owner of the business.
Acts in line with legal, regulatory, professional and ethical standards

Domain expertise

Sufficient subject matter, technical and commercial expertise to lead effectively in the area (or on trajectory to develop within 3-6 months

Performance orientation

Performance and outcome driven, “can do” attitude
Commercial acumen, “feeling for numbers”
Flexibility and creativity in solving problems
Sets and achieves challenging goals

Servant leadership and collaboration

Highly collaborative, able to create win-win situations
Visionary – a clear, shared mission that inspires others
Clear and inspiring communicator
Builds and develops great teams and culture

Ready to take on full Tribe accountability

Previous experience leading against broad business goals
Ability to take ownership of responsibilities outside immediate sphere of influence (e.g., legal requirements of delivery)

Qualifications

Must have technical / professional qualifications:

Degree in Electrical, Electronics, Telecommunication Engineering, IT, or related field
Work Experience of at least 8 years with leadership role in a busy telecommunications / Service provider environment
Strong customer focus with proven experience in launching products and delivering against product revenue targets.
Experience in managing and developing teams
Strong awareness if market trends, competitive impacts and market opportunities
Product management experience including managing strategy development and product diversification
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Broadband and GSM experience will be an added advantage

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November 5, 2024
Electrical Engineer

We are looking for a motivated and experienced Electrical Engineer to join our team! As an Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and implementing electrical systems and making improvements to electrical systems and control equipment.

Designing and implementing electrical systems
Scheduling electrical construction and maintenance projects
Reviewing electrical engineering plans, specifications and reports
Conducting tests and inspections of electrical systems and equipment
Collaborating with engineers and technicians
Repairing and performing quality control of electrical equipment
Providing electrical engineering support to the assigned projects
Providing technical leadership to employees and contractors

Requirements

Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
Minimum of 6 years of experience as an electrical engineer and electrical systems design
Familiarity with electrical systems and equipment
Understanding of electrical engineering safety standards
Strong computer skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong problem-solving skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to prioritize tasks
Highly developed attention to detail
Strong multitasking skills

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November 5, 2024
Resident Electrician Resident Plumber Classroom and Bus Assistant Marketing Assistant

Job Summary

The overall purpose of this job is to install and maintain well-functioning electrical connections in order to minimize the probability of accidents and maximize usability in all facilities within the School.

Duties and Responsibilities

Execute electrical wiring plans to ensure well-functioning lighting, intercom and other electrical systems;
Install electrical apparatus, fixtures and equipment and conduct safety checks on the electrical equipment;
Install safety and distribution components such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels among others;
Connect wiring in electrical circuits and networks and ensure compatibility of components;
Prepare and assemble conduits and connect wiring through them;
Inspect and replace old wiring and insulated cables as well as clean circuits in order to prevent breakdown of systems;
Troubleshoot to identify hazards or malfunctions and repair or substitute damaged units;
Connect the lines to the wards;
Reading meters and maintaining accurate records
Check and ensure all lighting fixtures in the wards, public areas, offices and meeting rooms are in good working condition;
Monitor and ensure the backup generators are in good condition;
Maintain the distribution panels in rooms and ensure they are clean and in good condition; and
Any other responsibility that may be assigned to the jobholder by the supervisor from time to time

Qualifications

A craft certificate in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution
Minimum of 1 year experience in a related field

Desired Competencies and Attributes

Ability to use various electrical tools
Knowledge of safety procedures
Must demonstrate high integrity and ethical practice
Must demonstrate ability to execute work assigned with minimum supervision
Must be a team player who is able to work cordially in teams
Must demonstrate ability to multitask.
Should have ability to solve problems by applying relevant knowledge
Must be a flexible person, who is willing to learn and able to work flexible hours to achieve goals

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Are you qualified for this position and are interested in working with us? We would like to hear from you. Kindly send a copy of your updated resume and letter of application in PDF format indicating clearly the position on the subject of the email to hrm@kisc.sc.ke not later than 11th October, 2024. Shortlisting will be done on a rolling basis.

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November 5, 2024
WASH Engineer – Samburu North

The Position

The WASH Engineer-Samburu North Sub county , will provide program implementation and coordination support to USAID Nawiri’s efforts in improving access to safe drinking water and water for productive uses to vulnerable communities and promotion of appropriate sanitation and hygiene practices for improved nutrition outcomes. WASH Engineer will collaborate with county government, sub-county water and public health teams, ward level communities, consortium partners, local CSOs and communities to deliver quality, impactful and sustainable WASH systems that contribute to addressing immediate, underlying, and systemic drivers of Persistent Acute Malnutrition (PAM).

Essential Responsibilities

Program Planning and Implementation

In a joint-planning and agreed upon targeted approach with Samburu County, communities, and other stakeholders, identify suitable locations for implementation of Multiple-Use Water Systems.
Ensure the rural water supply projects conform to sound relevant technical assessments such as hydrogeological and feasibility surveys before implementation.
In liaison with County WASH coordinator and Water Systems team lead, develop bill of quantities and specifications for water and sanitation systems.
Implement projects as planned according to developed technical standards, schedules timelines and budget.
Ensure stakeholders such as county and communities are involved at all the project cycle phases (identification, design, implementation, and monitoring) for enhanced ownership, accountability, and oversight.
Ensure Nawiri Water Quality Assurance Plan (WQAP) is applied in all water points developed.
Strengthen local water users’ association by employing the agreed upon contextualized rural water management model.

Sanitation and Hygiene Promotion Deliverables

Support county public health team in catalyzing demand for sanitation products and services through implementation of community-lead total sanitation (CLTS) approaches in selected community units, with contextual adaptations as required.
Work with USAID Nawiri existing platforms and community anchor groups for development of WASH product and services
Implement Nawiri Social, Structural and Behavior Change (SSBC) component related to WASH promotion.
Pursue other innovative ways to deliver compelling messages other culturally sensitive media/channels of communications to reach adolescent girls, women, youths, and men.
Develop and maintain harmonious relationships with partner organizations, line ministries and audience groups. This includes planning activities and coordinating closely with the greater Nawiri consortium partners and other USAID Programs.
Monitor project implementation, document processes and achievements to ensure best practices are captured and disseminated, adhering to program quality minimum standards.
Regularly visit field activities to assess progress and provide formal and informal feedback.
Compile concept notes and provide comprehensive project activities report.

Safeguarding

Actively learns about safeguarding and integrates it into their work, including safeguarding risks and mitigations related to their area of work
Practices the values of Mercy Corps including respecting the dignity and well-being of participants and fellow team members
Encourages openness and communication in their team; encourages team members to submit reports if they have any concerns using reporting mechanisms e.g., Integrity Hotline and other options

Collaboration and Partnerships

Work collaboratively with all key stakeholders
Work collaboratively with all USAID Nawiri overlapping and cross-cutting thematic areas such SSBC, Gender, Youth and Social Dynamics (GYSD) among others.
Support collaborative partnerships with other county development partners to identify potential opportunities for leverage and linkages.
Engage with program quality and monitoring team to ensure CARM is integrated in all Nawiri WASH activities.

Influence and Representation

Support the facilitation of planning meetings and workshops with government, NGO, private sector, and community partners to revise plans and promote partner acceptance/buy-in.
Ensure close coordination and sharing of information with relevant stakeholders.
Represent Nawiri at county and sub-county level when called upon.

Supervisory Responsibility

N/A

Accountability

Reports Directly To: USAID Nawiri’s Samburu County WASH Engineer on technical oversight and with dotted line to Field Director on administrative and coordination oversight.

Works Directly With: Water Systems Advisor, County WASH Engineer, Technical leads/advisors, Senior Environmental manager, health, and nutrition team, learning and monitoring team, Field Director, sub-office field director and team, consortium partners’ staff, M&E Coordinator, field level finance and operations teams.

Accountability to Participants and Stakeholders

Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our program participants, community partners, other stakeholders, and to international standards guiding international relief and development work. We are committed to actively engaging communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring, and evaluation of our field projects.

Minimum Qualification & Transferable Skills

A BSc in Engineering, Public Health, Water Systems Engineering, Water Resources Management, or related field.
Minimum of 5- 8 years of experience in implementation of development programs including rural water supply with integration of sanitation and hygiene promotion (WASH).
Experience in developing technical water infrastructure design drawings, technical specifications, feasibilities and environmental assessment and bill of quantities.
Experience sanitation demand creation approaches such as Community-led Total Sanitation.,
Knowledge of WASH systems strengthening is plus but not a must.
Excellent and persuasive oral and written communication skills, including report writing.
Previous working experience in Arid and Semi-arid Land (ASAL) counties.
Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members.

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November 5, 2024