Electrical Technician - Relief, Reconstruction and Development Organization (RRDO), Kenya

Electrical Technician at Relief, Reconstruction and Development Organization (RRDO) in Kenya - Kenyan Jobs

Relief, Reconstruction and Development Organization (RRDO) is a local NGO registered under the NGO Coordination Act 1990 with its head office in Nairobi and Field Office in Dadaab.

RRDO is currently implementing an integrated environment and livelihood project in Dadaab with funding from UNHCR. RRDO aims to support good environmental governance and sound resource management.

We are looking for a highly motivated, result oriented and proactive individuals to fill the vacant positions below.

Position Vacant: Electrical Technician
Reporting to: Project Manager
Duty station: Dadaab
Duration of Contract: 5 months (August-December 2011 with possibility of extension)
Deadline for application: 20th August 2011

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect electrical power installations, observe operations to ensure conformance to design and equipment specification in compliance with safety standards.
• Determine electrical power supply requirements for Dadaab town.
• Prepare power installation schedules and coordinate installation activities with engineering contractors.
• Ensure proper metering of power usage according to KPLC standards.
• Reading and interpretation of technical drawings and design specifications.
• May be called to do other trade works incidental to electrical works.
• Promote and motivate inclusive participation of all stake holders and community representatives in all electrical power related project activities.
• Conduct regular monitoring, evaluations and reporting on project progress.
• Carry out routine electrical maintenance of lighting systems and power supply lines.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Management.

Qualifications, experience and skills

• Higher National Diploma/Degree in electrical engineering from a reputable College.
• Certification in electrical technician field from an accredited institution.
• A minimum of three years’ experience in similar position
• Previous NGO work experience will an added advantage
• Excellent knowledge about practical application of electrical installations

Interested qualified candidates should send their CVs and application letter to:

admin.nai@rrdorg.org

or the


Human Resource Officer,
P.O.Box 9741-00100
Nairobi.

Or drop the same in our Nairobi or Dadaab Field Office by 20th August 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.