Vacancies at Kenya Electricity Generating Company PLC, KenGen

Job Summary

Reporting to the Managing Director & CEO, the job holder is responsible for positioning ICT (Information Communication Technology) as the greatest business enabler and a transformation tool that will create an agile, efficient, and effective organization in the execution of its mandate of providing clean, cheap and affordable electric power.

Job Description

JOB AND PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Developing and implementing ICT strategies, policies, systems, and innovations to support the implementation of business plans.
• Ensuring the development of a robust ICT networks infrastructure (hardware, software, networking components, operating systems (OS), and data storage required to operate and manage the enterprise IT environment which can be deployed within a cloud computing system or an internal system
• Overseeing the implementation of cybersecurity policies, procedures and controls and establish and maintain a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy to protect company data and systems from cyber threats.
• Conducting regular risk assessments, vulnerability testing and incident reporting and where necessary coordinate with external security agencies and stakeholders to enhance cyber security measures.
• Develop and manage a comprehensive data recovery plan to minimize data loss and downtime.
• Ensuring regular testing of data recovery processes in the event of hardware failure, human error or cyber-attack.
• Developing and ensuring regular update with Industry best practices in ICT application technologies (SCADA, DCS, Analytics, etc.), SAP ERP system, WorkflowGen, Enterprise Content Management (CMS), Website, intranet, mobile solutions to support the business processes.
• Advising on strategic global ICT trends and innovations trends that the business can leverage on.
• Ensuring compliance with established Information Communication Technology standards, procedures, and regulations.
• Developing and providing ICT technical support for issues related to hardware and software as well as ensure user education on use of ICT applications, software and equipment.
• Providing relevant and up to date ICT solutions to the business.
• Ensuring adherence to quality, occupational health, and safety standards
• Preparing, implementing, and monitoring departmental budget.
• Coaching, mentoring, and developing employees using relevant human resource tools.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

For appointment to this grade an officer must have;

• At least fifteen (15) years’ relevant experience in a relevant field, five (5) years as senior manager in a large organization.
• Master’s degree in Information communication technology, Business Management or Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Communication Technology, Business Information Technology (BBIT), BSc in Telecommunication & Information Engineering or BSc Electronics and Computing Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Be a member in good standing of a relevant professional body
• Demonstrated high performance and leadership in previous roles.
• Fulfill the requirements of chapter six (6) of the Constitution.

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Job Summary

The General Manager is the Head of the Internal Audit Department, reporting functionally to the Audit Committee of the Board and administratively to the Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer. The job holder is responsible for providing independent objective assurance on the effectiveness of KenGen’s risk management, internal controls, and governance processes to support the achievement of the organization’s strategic objectives

Job Description

JOB AND PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Formulating and coordinating the implementation of internal audit and risk management strategies, policies and plans.
• Providing internal audit reports to the Board Audit committee
• Assuring on risk control effectiveness, efficiency, adequacy, and risk management processes.
• Monitoring compliance with corporate governance and various laws and regulations impacting on the Company’s operations.
• Enhancing internal systems and controls.
• Compiling and issuing internal audit reports to Management
• Advise the Board of Directors and Management on the adequacy of the internal control systems in relation to risk management.
• Carry out routine, and forensic audits where necessary.
• Monitoring the implementations of audit recommendations and closure.
• Liaison with external auditors and other agencies on corporate governance issues.
• Testing the efficacy of the risk assessments systems and recommending improvements.
• Monitoring, reporting and assuring on the Company overall risk profile.
• Reviewing the reliability, integrity, timeliness and accuracy of accounting reports.
• Provide independent assurance on risk assurance process on both design and operation.
• Provide advisory services to audit stakeholders and Stakeholder engagement on internal audit Processes.
• Participate in preparation of Divisional budget and procurement plans.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: -

• At least fifteen (15) years’ relevant experience in a relevant field, five (5) years as senior manager in a large organization.
• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics  or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)(K) qualification
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)/ or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution
• Member in good standing of Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) or other relevant professional bodies.
• Demonstrated high performance and leadership in previous roles.
• Fulfill the requirements of chapter six (6) of the Constitution.