Environmentalist at Rural Electrification Authority

Job Details

• Preparation and evaluation of tenders for Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) for projects.
• Carrying out Environmental Audits for existing projects (off grid power stations as well as long grid lines).
• Preparation of Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) projects as well as proposals for sale of carbon credits.
• Participate in carbon trading negotiations.
• Supervising the environmental and social impact assessment for REA’S projects;
• Assessing the mitigation measures to address project impacts and identifying opportunities for value addition;
• Conducting of statutory Annual Environmental Audits these include all REA’S region offices distribution line project;
• Implementing of environmental management plans- distribution line construction and off grid projects;
• Liaising with development partners to adopt best environmental socio-economic practices and comply with relevant frameworks as well as other performance standards;
• Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental science or equivalent degree from a recognized university;
• Registration with relevant environmental body;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Results oriented;
• Proficient with office computer application;
• Meets the provisions of chapter six of the Constitution.