Deputy Director – Energy at Kitui County

Requirements of Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

1. Served in the grade of Assistant Director – Energy for a minimum period of three (3) years;
2. Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines:- Energy, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Forestry, Agriculture, Environmental Science, Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Energy) or its equivalent from a university recognized institution;
3. Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines:- Energy, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Forestry, Agriculture, Environmental Science, Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Energy) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
4. Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
5. Certificate in computer applications skills from a recognized institution; and
6. Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:

1. Developing and appraising alternative energy technologies, energy efficiency and conservation and bio-energy programmes and projects;
2. Undertaking feasibility studies to harness renewable energy resources;
3. Supporting private sector participation in production, distribution and marketing of renewable energy technologies;
4. Identifying and initiating programmes and projects in renewable energy as well as collaborative research activities;
5. Advising investors on the statutory requirements and procedures for investment and implementation of renewable energy programmes and projects;
6. Initiating the mainstreaming of climate change mitigation and adaptation in renewable energy development;
7. Initiating the preparation of terms of reference (TORs) for outsourcing expertise and resources for implementing renewable energy programmes; and
8. Mentoring, coaching and managing performance of staff.