Kenya Power and Lighting Company Careers

Job Ref. HR: KP1/5B.2/1/3/1608

This position will be reporting to Manager, Power System Planning. The key duties and responsibilities will include;

• Preparing the Least Cost Power Development Plan (LCPDP) for generation and transmission systems
• Carrying out generation expansion simulations.
• Preparing annual and long term power and energy balances.
• Liaising with energy sector stakeholders on generation strategies.
• Maintaining data on key indicators of power generation.
• Planning for power generation in line with power system development objectives.
• Carrying out Power generation studies and making recommendations for power utilisation.
• Maintenance, evaluation and regular upgrade of generation planning tools
• Undertaking economic studies on the power industry to ensure cost effective generation mix.
• Compiling management reports for internal and external users and other agencies
• Responsible for managing risk and implementation of mitigation strategies.
• Ensuring compliance of the Company policies, regulations, standards and
• procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
• Coaching, mentoring and developing the team to ensure optimal performance and effective succession planning

Appointment Specification

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field from a recognized Institution.
• Nine (9) years’ relevant work experience in generation simulation tools, power planning or energy modelling, three (3) of which should be in a Supervisory role.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer with the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK).
• Strong Analytical Skills
• Problem solving skills
• Strategic thinker
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal & negotiation skills
• Drive for results
• Customer Focus 

Job Ref. HR: KP1/5B.2/1/3/1609
This position will be reporting to Chief Engineer, Generation Planning. The key duties and responsibilities will include;

• Assist in preparing the Least Cost Power Development Plan (LCPDP) for the power generation and transmission system expansion.
• Carrying out generation expansion simulations.
• Preparing annual and long term power and energy balances.
• Maintaining data on key indicators of power demand and generation.
• Assist in planning for power generation in line with power system development objectives.
• Carrying out power generation studies and making recommendations for power utilisation.
• Maintenance, evaluation and regular upgrade of generation planning tools.
• Undertaking technical and economic studies on the power industry towards enhancing supply quality and ensuring cost effective generation mix.
• Assisting in development and implementation of power sector policies.
• Assisting in technical supporting development and negotiation of Power Purchase Agreements.
• Compiling management reports for internal and external users and other agencies.
• Responsible for managing risk and implementation of mitigation strategies.
• Ensuring compliance of the Company policies, regulations, standards and procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
• Coaching, mentoring and developing the team to ensure optimal performance and effective succession planning.

Appointment Specification

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field from a recognized Institution.
• Eight (8) years’ relevant work experience in generation simulation tools, power planning or energy modelling, three (3) of which should be in a Supervisory role.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer with the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK).
• Strong Analytical Skills
• Problem solving skills
• Strategic thinker
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal & negotiation skills
• Drive for results
• Customer Focus 

Job Ref. HR: KP1/5B.2/1/3/1610

This position will be reporting to Chief Engineer, Transmission Planning. The key duties and responsibilities will include;

• Assisting in planning for power system transmission network improvement.
• Liaising with energy sector stakeholders on power transmission strategies.
• Maintaining power transmission data for modelling and improvement of transmission network.
• Carrying out studies and making recommendations for power transmission system reinforcement and expansion.
• Carrying out grid connection impact studies for power plants before commissioning.
• Carrying out studies to inform outage planning for transmission lines and substations including integration of new ones.
• Participating in transmission system expansion feasibility studies recommended in the Least Cost Power Development Plan.
• Maintaining data on annual power and energy demand to facilitate update of the transmission least cost development plan.
• Preparing status reports on power transmission system network performance
• Responsible for managing risk and implementation of mitigation strategies.
• Ensuring compliance of the Company policies, regulations, standards and procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
• Coaching, mentoring and developing the team to ensure optimal performance and effective succession planning.

Appointment Specification

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field from a recognized Institution.
• Eight (8) years’ relevant work experience in the use of generation simulation tools, power planning or energy modelling, three (3) of which should be in a Supervisory role.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer with the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK).
• Strong Analytical Skills
• Problem solving skills
• Strategic thinker
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal & negotiation skills
• Drive for results
• Customer Focus 

Job Ref. HR: KP1/5B.2/1/3/1605

This position will be reporting to the respective Chief Security Officer, Regions. The key duties and responsibilities will include;

• Carry out prevention and investigation of fraud and theft cases in the county as per laid down procedures.
• Conduct investigations on criminal cases and presenting them to police for appropriate action.
• Participate in implementation of safety and security measures and regulations by employees and customers.
• Safeguard security of county assets against theft, pilferage, damage, misuse or sabotage.
• Participate in conducting investigations of Motor-vehicle accidents and recommending ways of reducing them.
• Liaise with law enforcement agencies to ensure effective execution of security functions in the county
• Supervise contracted guards manning regional installations and premises.
• Ensure effective utilization of resources assigned.
• Represent the company in the external investigation on matters of security in the company as necessary.
• Hold meetings with internal/external customers on matters of general security regarding the county.
• Ensure the county security operations are consistent with the corporate objectives.
• Prepare timely and accurate reports.

Appointment Specification

• Bachelor’s Degree Security Management or its equivalent from a recognized Institution.
• Diploma in Criminology/Forensic Science or related field
• Military/Police/National Youth Service Training
• Eight (8) years work experience in Security Services or relevant Function
• Thorough understanding of Company business
• Strong Communication & Negotiation Skills
• Attention to details
• High levels of Integrity and Ethics
• Drive for results and achievement
• Commitment to Company Vision and Values

Job Ref: HR:KP1/5B.2/1/3/1603

Job Summary

Responsible for acquiring landed property, securing company rights and interests, managing property inventory, and ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory obligations. They oversee the acquisition, maintenance, and leasing of property assets, ensuring optimal use and alignment with organizational goals to maximize value and efficiency.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Carrying out due diligence and searches, and liaising the Land Registry,
• County Governments and other relevant bodies for information required on the subject property.
• Ensuring compliance with obligations and performance set in respective legal instruments, statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Rent collection and reconciliation of rent accounts.
• Carrying out rental assessments, market surveys and feasibility studies.
• Carry out measurements of lettable and common area spaces and address discrepancies.
• Carry out suitability assessment for land and buildings.
• Reconciling land rates and rent statements in liaison with the relevant
• National and County government departments.
• Carrying out periodic inspection premises and initiating corrective action on landlord / tenant obligations that have not been met.
• Participating in resettlement action plans for major power projects and distribution lines and resolving disputes arising thereof.
• Participating in acquisition of land and buildings for Company use through allocations, leasing, and outright purchase.
• Safe custody of property documents and records.

Person Specifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Land Economics, Real Estate or related field from a recognized Institution.

Job Ref: HR:KP1/5B.2/1/3/1587

Job Summary

Responsible for the design, development and maintenance of power line infrastructure needed for electricity transmission and distribution, including substations, transformers, and power lines. Their expertise is essential advancing the company's mission to provide quality and reliable supply to the customers.

Duties and responsibilities

• Power system Planning.
• Design of schemes to facilitate network expansion and system Reinforcements.
• Implementation of power system projects.
• Planning and execution of maintenance programs for a robust network Operation of the grid.
• Repair and Maintenance of electrical plants.
• Coordination of protection equipment to maintain supply stability.
• Implementation of strategies to enhance supply quality and reliability.
• Implementing assurance programs on the development and maintenance procedures.
• Maintenance of plant, tools, transport and workshops for repairs.
• Coordination of commercial services.
• Telecommunication services.
• Building and civil structures development and maintenance.
• Adherence to quality, occupational health and safety standards.
• Design, program, or model Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications or procedures.
• Develop specialised computer software routines, internet-based
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS) databases, or business applications to customise geographic information.

Person Specifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics, Mechanical, Civil, Mechatronics, Computer Science, Software engineering, Geospatial Engineering or related field from a recognised institution Registered as Graduate Engineers with Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) or any other registration by Relevant Professional body.

Job Ref. HR: KP1/5B.2/1/3/1559

This position will be reporting to the respective Regional Manager. The key duties and responsibilities will include

• Overseeing implementation of security measures and regulations by employees and customers in the Region.
• Safeguarding security of Company assets against theft, pilferage, damage, misuse or sabotage.
• Liaising with law enforcement agencies to ensure effective execution of security services
• Sensitizing internal and external customers on matters of general security, crime prevention and fraud control.
• Supervising contracted and seconded security personnel to ensure value for money.
• Undertaking security intelligence surveys and recommending necessary interventions.
• Undertaking investigations of motor accidents involving Company vehicles and taking the necessary actions.
• Evaluating changes to the regional security environment for impact and presenting findings to regional management.
• Carrying out risk assessments and making recommendations to management.
• Coordinating investigations on all acts of crime or any losses incurred against the Company and taking necessary action.
• Implementing strategies on business continuity planning, privacy, loss prevention and fraud prevention.
• Overseeing and coordinating security efforts across the region including information technology, human resources, communications and facilities management.

Appointment Specification

• Bachelor’s Degree Security Management or its equivalent from a recognized Institution.
• Diploma in Criminology/Forensic Science or related field Military/Police Training Nine (9) years relevant work experience in security function; three (3) of which should be in a Supervisory level or Minimum of nine (9) years in the discipline forces as a Commissioned Officer (military Officers) Or Gazetted Officer (police services), preferably three (3) years’ experience in investigations either in the military police, military intelligence or the directorate of criminal investigations with a clean record of discharge from any of the disciplined forces.
• Thorough understanding of Company business
• Strong Communication & Negotiation Skills
• Attention to details
• Problem Solving skills
• Creativity and innovation
• High levels of Integrity and Ethics
• Drive for results and achievement
• Commitment to Company Vision and Values

Job Ref. HR: KP1/5B.2/1/3/1558

This position will be reporting to the Managing Director & CEO, The key duties and responsibilities will include

• Advising the Chief Executive Officer and other Managers on appropriate protective/security policies and strategies.
• Formulating security policies, standards and strategies for the Company.
• Initiating the development & enforcement of security policies andstandards in line with the operating framework.
• Monitoring and evaluating the implementation of the security strategy in line with policies, processes & procedures to deliver business objective. v.
• Coordinating conduct security audits, investigations and security risk assessments.
• Coordinating conduct of intelligence collection, analysis and dissemination to inform management on security situation and preparedness across the Company's operations.
• Coordinating conduct of security operations in their respective regions for effective management of Company security risks. viii. Resource county security teams to ensure achievement of security and Company objectives.
• Supervising Regional security Officers in achieving the security and Company objectives.
• Ensuring competent contracted security providers are outsourced in a timely manner for protection of Company Installations.
• Coordinating Preparation of security training programs and carry out sensitization initiatives to enhance compliance with Company security standards and policies.
• Ensuring incident response planning and investigation of security violations, contributing to disciplinary and legal matters associated with such violations as necessary.
• Maintaining an up to date databank of security incidents for analysis of trends.
• Disseminating security briefs, reports and management briefs with specific recommendations for action.
• Liaising with the National security stakeholders to champion Company’s security agenda.
• Initiating security measures to prevent encroachment of Company wayleaves.
• Preparing the divisional security budget.
• Coaching, mentoring and developing the team to ensure optimal performance and effective succession planning.

Appointment Specification

• Bachelor’s Degree in Security Management or its equivalent from a recognized Institution
• Minimum ten (10) years working experience in security function, five (5) of which should have been at a senior level or Minimum of ten (10) years in the discipline forces as a Commissioned Officer (military Officers) Or
• Gazetted Officer (police services), preferably five (5) years’ experience in investigations either in the military police, military intelligence or the directorate of criminal investigations with a clean record of discharge from any of the disciplined forces.
• Professional Certification in a security field (security management, fraud, investigation, surveillance, intelligence, information security).
• Membership to a security professional body
• Demonstrated merit in work performance
• Leadership Skills
• Strategic Thinker
• Communication & Interpersonal skills
• Planning & Organizing Skills
• Team building skills
• Drive for results
• Problem Solving Skills
• Emotional Intelligence

Job Ref. HR: KP1/5B.2/1/3/1450

This position will be reporting to the Manager, General & Forensic Audit. The key duties and responsibilities will include;

• Managing information systems audit and implementing strategies including planning, development of audit testing and evaluation programs, quality assurance, and reporting of audit results.
• Conducting continuous risk assessment of the information technology environment including operating systems, network infrastructure, and all interfaced systems with a view to determine the main areas of focus and priority and hence draw an appropriate audit program.
• Support the financial and operational auditors in identifying high level information system risks, as well as designing and building automation tools for use by the audit department.
• Participate in projects related to the implementation of new technologies and business applications by offering risk and control consulting and advice to technical and functional project teams.
• Planning and conducting system audits of specific target areas identified from the overall risk assessment and general audit.
• Preparing risk–based annual system audit plans detailing the scope, nature and timing of audit activities.
• Implementing strategies for information system audit to ensure that company operations and transactions comply with internal control systems, policies and procedures.
• Benchmarking on audit methods and tools for best practice in the areas of audit, fraud prevention and internal controls.
• Providing consultation and assurance in the adoption of new technologies such as industrial robots, artificial intelligence and machine learning, 5G expansion, Edge Computing, Internet of Things and Big Data.

Appointment Specification

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field from a recognized institution
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or equivalent certification
• Post Graduate Diploma in ICT or Master’s Degree will be an added advantage
• Having worked for the big four audit firms at a senior level is an added advantage
• Member of Information Systems Audit and Control Association, ISACA or relevant professional body.
• Nine (9) years working experience , three (3) of which should have been at supervisory level
• Extensive knowledge of IT controls and best practices
• Strong Communication Skills
• High levels of Integrity and Ethics
• Drive for results and achievement
• Analytical and strategic thinker
• Creativity and innovation
• Commitment to Company Vision and Values