Director, Energy Research and Development

Key Responsibilities

Providing overall leadership in the planning, coordination, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the Directorate’s programmes, projects and initiatives to ensure alignment with the Agency’s Strategic Plan, Government priorities and international obligations.

Providing strategic oversight for the development and implementation of the Nuclear Research Reactor Programme throughout its lifecycle, including planning, design, construction, commissioning, operation, utilization and decommissioning in accordance with applicable national and international standards.

Providing technical leadership and strategic policy advice to the Board, Management and Government on energy and nuclear research, emerging technologies, innovation, nuclear applications and evidence-based policy formulation.

Spearheading resource mobilization and establishing strategic partnerships and collaborations with Government institutions, universities, research organizations, development partners, industry and international organizations to strengthen research, innovation and capacity development.

Promoting excellence in research, innovation and knowledge management through the establishment of appropriate standards, systems and quality assurance frameworks, and facilitating the dissemination and utilization of research outputs.

Academic and Professional Qualifications

Applicants must posses the following minimum qualifications:

Cumulative fifteen (15) years’ relevant work experience, three (3) of which should have been at the grade of Deputy Director or in a comparable position;

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physical Sciences or a related field from a recognized institution;

Master’s degree in Physical Sciences, Engineering or a related field from a recognized institution;

Certificate in a Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;

Membership of a relevant professional body or society, where applicable and in good standing;

A valid practicing license, where applicable;

Proficiency in computer applications; and

Demonstrated managerial, administrative and professional competence in work performance and results.

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

Meets the requirements of leadership and integrity set out in Chapter Six of the Constitution;

Demonstrable Knowledge of Corporate Governance/ Leadership/ Strategic Management;

Demonstrable Knowledge of Stakeholder Engagement across diverse groups;

Demonstrable knowledge of the Energy Sector in Kenya;

Demonstrable knowledge of the Nuclear Power Programme; and

Demonstrable understanding of public Service Values.

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Minimum qualifications

BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA , Professional Certificate

How to apply

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Candidates recommended for appointment shall be required to present the following valid clearance documents to demonstrate compliance with the provisions of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010, the Leadership and Integrity Act, 2012, and other applicable laws::

Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority. (KRA)

Clearance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board. (HELB)

Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission. (EACC)

Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations. (DCI)

Clearance from an approved Credit Reference Bureau. (CRB)

Interested candidates who meet the prescribed qualifications and requirements are invited to submit an application letter clearly indicating the position applied for and the relevant reference number, together with:

A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV);

Copies of relevant academic and professional certificates;

A copy of the National Identity Card or valid passport; and

Any other supporting documents relevant to the position.

The Curriculum Vitae should include the applicant’s current employer, current position, daytime telephone number, email address, current remuneration, and the names, telephone contacts and email addresses of three (3) professional referees who are familiar with the applicant’s work and professional record.

Applications should be submitted by hand delivery in a sealed envelope clearly indicating the position applied for and the reference number, and addressed to:

The Chief Executive Officer

Nuclear Power and Energy Agency

Block C, Kawi House, Off Red Cross Road, South C

P.O. Box 26374–00100

NAIROBI

Applications must be received on or before 5.00 p.m. (East African Time) on Tuesday 17th November 2026

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