Deputy Director of Energy (1) Post at County Government of Busia

Advert No. CPSB/63/2023

Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• Promoting awareness regarding efficient utilization of energy sector in the county;
• Planning and developing renewable energy, energy efficiency and conservation programs
• Appraising renewable energy technologies
• Identifying and planning feasibility studies to be undertaken on harnessing of renewable energy sources
• Promotion of private sector participation in development of renewable energy initiatives and 
• Identifying, planning, development and coordination of collaborative research activities
• Participating in Energy Policy formulation, preparation of departmental budget, work plan and procurement plans
• Planning and implementing outreach programs
• Interpreting and implementing Renewable Energy policies and conservation
• Coordinating Private sector participation in production, distribution and marketing of renewable energy technologies
• Carrying out inspections of designated energy consumers regarding energy management;

Job Requirements and Requirements

• Relevant working experience of Ten (10) years in the field of renewable energy engineering of which Five (5) years must have been in public service.
• Be in possession of Bachelor of Science Degree or Bachelor of Technology in any of the following disciplines: Energy, Mechanical/Chemical/Electrical/Biosystems or its equivalent qualifications from a recognized university;
• Master’s Degree in any of the above disciplines will be an added advantage: Energy, Mechanical/Chemical/Electrical/Biosystems or its equivalent qualifications from a recognized university will be an added advantage
• Registration by Engineer Registration Board of Kenya as a registered Engineer and possession of a current practicing license;
• Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Program Course lasting not less than six (6) weeks or equivalent from a recognized Institution;
• Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution