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Director, Information, Advocacy and Communication

REF. NO. NuPEA/DIAC/01/01/2025

The Position is responsible for providing strategic leadership and direction in conducting public education and awareness of Kenya’s Nuclear Power programme and corporate communications.

Key Responsibilities

• Formulate and implement programs to raise awareness of the Agency’s mandate and advocate for nuclear power development through strategic partnerships and public engagement.
• Guide the planning and execution of stakeholder meetings, forums, and sensitization activities to promote awareness of Kenya’s nuclear power program.
• Develop and maintain local and international partnerships with media and private organizations to enhance public advocacy and communication efforts.
• Oversee the Agency’s corporate branding, brand positioning, publications, and messaging strategies to ensure alignment with strategic goals.
• Manage the development and maintenance of the Agency’s web presence, digital marketing efforts, and content strategy across websites, apps, and social media platforms.

Academic and Professional Qualifications

Applicants must posses the following minimum qualifications:

• Hold a Master’s Degree in Communication, Public Relations, Media Studies or any other relevant field from a recognized university;
• Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication, Public Relations, Media Studies or any other relevant field from a recognized university;
• Must have at least twelve (12) years relevant work experience with at least eight (8) years in a senior management position; and
• Be a member of Public Relations Society of Kenya (PRSK) or a relevant professionalbody in good standing; and
• Certificate in leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.

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.

Terms of Service and Renumeration

The appointment is for a period of five (5) years renewable once subject to satisfactory performance and delivery of set performance targets. NuPEA offers salary and benefits consistent with scales approved by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC).

Manager, Supply Chain

REF. NO. NuPEA/MSC/01/01/2025

The position is responsible for providing the overall strategic management of supply chain activities; procurements, contracts, disposal processes, inventory control, asset management and to render procurement professional advice to the Agency.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in developing and implementing procurement policies, strategies, and procedures, ensuring compliance with the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act, 2015, and related regulations.
• Advise the Accounting Officer (CEO) on procurement matters and oversee the procurement of goods, services, and works while ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory frameworks.
• Establish effective partnerships, monitor supplier performance, coordinate supplier prequalification and appraisal, manage procurement contracts and strategic supplier frameworks.
• Ensure maintenance of approved stock levels, conduct regular stock takes, and oversee the disposal of obsolete assets in accordance with PPAD act, 2015.
• Liaise with the National Treasury, Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA), and other stakeholders, while promoting public procurement policies and best practices.

Academic and Professional Qualifications

• Hold a Master’s degree in Purchasing and Supplies Management or any other relevant field from a recognized university;
• Hold a Bachelors’ Degree in Purchasing and Supplies Management or any other relevant field from a recognized university;
• Must have at least ten (10) years relevant work experience with at least five (5) years in senior management;
• Be a Certified Procurement and Supply Professional (CPSP) or Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS);
• Be a member of Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) or Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) in good standing;
• Possess a valid Practicing License from Kenya Institute of Supplies Management; and
• Certificate in leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.

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 the Energy Sector in Kenya;
• Demonstrable knowledge of the Nuclear Power Programme; and
• Demonstrable understanding of public Service Values.

 Terms of Service and Renumeration

The appointment is for a period of three (3) years renewable subject to satisfactory performance and delivery of set performance targets. NuPEA offers salary and benefits consistent with scales approved by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC).

Senior Legal Officer

JOB REF. NO. NuPEA/SLO/01/01/2025

The position is responsible for ensuring legal and regulatory compliance for the Nuclear Power Programme and implementation of legal requirements, conducting compliance audits, managing, preparing and reviewing contracts:

 Key Responsibilities

• Identifying and initiating development of regulations to cover gaps in the currentvlegal and regulatory framework on nuclear technology;
• Formulating and drafting policies, procedures and guidelines on relevant the nuclear power programme;
• Developing a proper monitoring mechanism to evaluate the compliance to various nuclear laws and regulations;
• Reviewing draft policies on all aspect of nuclear technology application;
• Attending court/judicial proceedings where the Agency is an interested party.
• Maintaining and updating the Register of Conflict of Interest;
• Ensuring that Agency’s Annual returns are promptly filed with relevant Authorities;
• Providing legal guidance on contractual and statutory obligations binding upon the Agency.

Academic and Professional Qualifications
Applicants must have the following:

• Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a recognized university;
• Be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
• Be a member of the Law Society in good standing;
• Hold a valid practicing certificate; and
• Certificate in supervisory course lasting not less than two (2) weeks.

Related Job Experience

• Must have at least four (4) years relevant work experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

• Meets the requirements of leadership and integrity set out in Chapter Six of the Constitution;
• Demonstrable knowledge of the Energy Sector in Kenya;
• Demonstrable knowledge of the Nuclear Power Programme;
• Demonstrate understanding of public Service Values;
• Be detail oriented, have ability to meet deadlines while delivering on high quality results.

Terms of Service and Remuneration

• The appointment is on permanent and pensionable terms of service. NuPEA offers salary and benefits consistent with scales approved by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC).

Internal Auditor

JOB REF. NO. NuPEA/IA/01/01/2025

• The position is responsible for reviewing the Agency’s business processes and evaluate the efficacy of risk management procedures and internal controls that are currently in place and recommend improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Reviewing the effectiveness of the existing internal control systems and procedures and making recommendations.
• Conducting risk-based audits.
• Preparing audit reports for presentation to the management and the audit committee of the Board and ensuring implementation of arising recommendations.
• Following up on implementation of recommendations from external auditors and Board’s audit committee.
• Conducting special audits and investigations.
• Carrying out audits on all Agency’s projects.
• Researching and conducing a preliminary evaluation of the Agency risk management process.

Academic and Professional Qualifications

• Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or any other relevant field from a recognized university;
• Be a Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (CPA.K); and
• Be a member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) in good standing.

Related Job Experience

Must have at least three (3) years relevant work experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

• Meets the requirements of leadership and integrity set out in Chapter Six of the Constitution;
• Demonstrable knowledge of the Energy Sector in Kenya;
• Demonstrable knowledge of the Nuclear Power Programme;
• Demonstrate understanding of public Service Values;
• Be detail oriented, have ability to meet deadlines while delivering on high quality results.

Assistant Office Administrator

JOB REF. NO. NuPEA/AOA/01/01/2025

The position is responsible for providing secretarial and administrative support to ensure that services are provided in an effective and efficient manner in the Agency.

Key Responsibilities

• Handling office telephone calls; make outgoing call and receive incoming calls and directing them accordingly.
• Ensuring security of office records, equipment and documents including classified materials.
• Maintaining an up to date filing system in the office to facilitate ease of retrieval of documents.
• Preparing responses to routine correspondence to ensuring timely feedback to clients.
• Developing individual work plans, monitoring own performance and seeking requisite support to ensure delivery of agreed targets.
• Ensuring proper office layout in terms of cleanliness and tidiness.
• Arranging conferences, meetings and travel reservations for office personnel.
• Keeping stock of office supplies and placing orders when necessary.

 Academic, Professional Qualifications and Related Job Experience

• Hold a Higher National Diploma in Secretarial Studies or any other relevant field from a recognized institution with at least two (2) years relevant work experience; OR
• Hold a Diploma in Secretarial Studies or any other relevant field from a recognized institution with at least four (4) years relevant work experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

• Meet the provisions of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya;
• Demonstrate understanding of public service values;
• Be detail oriented, have ability to meet deadlines while delivering on high quality results.

Terms of Service and Renumeration

The appointment is on permanent and pensionable terms of service. NuPEA offers salary and benefits constitent with scales approved by the Salaries and Renumeration Commission (SRC).

Method of Application

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Shortlisted candidates will be expected to present the following clearance Certificates to fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010 and the Leadership and Integrity Act, 2012:

• Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority.
• Clearance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board.
• Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission.
• Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations.
• Clearance from an approved Credit Reference Bureau.

Interested persons who meet the above minimum criteria are requested to submit applications enclosing a curriculum vitae (CV) and copies of relevant academic and professional certificates. The CV must at the minimum provide details of current employer, current remuneration and names and contacts of three (3) referees familiar with the applicant’s professional and work record.
Applications to be sent through post or delivered to the following address: –

The Chief Executive Officer
Nuclear Power and Energy Agency
Kawi Complex, 4th Floor
Popo Road, South C, along Red Cross Road

P.O. Box 26374-00100

NAIROBI
or

emailed to recruitment@nuclear.co.ke

Applications must be received by 5.00 pm on 4th March, 2025. Canvasing in any manner shall lead to automatic disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.