EPRA Principal ICT Officer Jobs in Kenya

EPRA Principal ICT Officer Jobs in Kenya


Job Details

  • The Energy & Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) is a State Corporation established under the Energy Act 2019 and is responsible for Economic and Technical Regulation of Electric Power, Renewable Energy, Upstream, Midstream and Downstream Petroleum sub-sectors.

    Key Responsibilities

  • Formulation and implementation ICT strategies;

  • Ensuring adherence to ICT policies, procedures and standards;

  • Oversee ICT programs and activities in liaison with the head of ICT;

  • Coordinating and supervising ICT unit/division;

  • Establishing mechanisms for disaster recovery and business continuity; and

  • Supervising and managing assigned ICT projects within the planned timelines and budget projections.

    Qualifications & Skills Required

  • At least eight years (8) of relevant work experience, three (3) of which must be at supervisory level;

  • A Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Communications Technology, Electronics Engineering or any other ICT related disciplines with a bias in computer science from a recognized institution (CUE equivalence where applicable);

  • A Masters degree in Computer Science or any other ICT related discipline from a recognized Institution;

  • Management course lasting not less four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;

    Relevant Professional qualifications in any two of the following courses:

    • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certificate;

    • Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) certificate;

    • Microsoft Certified Systems Developer (MCSD) certificate;

    • Certified Cyber Security from an internationally recognized institution;

  • Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution; and

  • Personal attributes such; strategic thinking, analytical skills, project management skills, strong communication and reporting skills, strong managerial skills and ability to lead teams, mentoring, coaching and leadership skills, interpersonal and negotiation skills and a team player.

    Mandatory Requirements
    for All Positions


    Applicants MUST provide the following documents on application;

  • A Signed application letter

  • A detailed CV indicating their current and previous employers, positions held, current and expected salary, level of education and names of at least three professional referees

  • Copies of academic and professional certificates

  • Copy of National Identification Card or Passport

  • Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations

  • Valid Clearance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)

  • Valid Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)

  • Current Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC); and

  • Current Report from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).

  • The organization will offer attractive salaries and benefits to the selected candidates who can look forward to a rewarding career in a professionally run organization.

  • The successful candidates will be offered employment on contract and permanent and pensionable terms as specified.

    How to Apply

  • Interested candidates who meet the stated requirements can submit applications not later than 5.00pm on 8th December, 2020 clearly indicating the position applied for to the address: recruitment112020@epra.go.ke
    Youth, female candidates, Persons with Disability (PWD) and marginalized are strongly encouraged to apply.

  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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