The Kenya Tea Development Agency power development arm, commonly known as KTDA Power Company Limited, is responsible for the development and management of renewable energy projects that support tea factories and surrounding communities across Kenya. Through strategic investments in small hydropower generation and energy infrastructure, KTDA Power plays a critical role in reducing energy costs, enhancing sustainability, and strengthening the competitiveness of Kenya’s tea sector.
In line with its strategic growth agenda and commitment to operational excellence, KTDA Power is inviting applications from suitably qualified, experienced, and results-oriented professionals to fill the following senior management positions:
General Manager, KTDA Power – One (1) Position
Head of Data Analysis and Management – One (1) Position
Manager, Resource Mobilization and Business Development – One (1) Position
Manager, Programmes Management, Impact, Reporting and Learning – One (1) Position
These roles present an opportunity to contribute to renewable energy development, institutional strengthening, financial sustainability, and data-driven decision-making within a dynamic and high-impact organization operating at the intersection of agriculture and clean energy.
- General Manager – KTDA Power (One Position)
The General Manager will provide overall strategic leadership, operational oversight, and commercial direction for KTDA Power. The role is responsible for ensuring efficient power generation, financial sustainability, stakeholder management, and long-term business growth aligned with corporate objectives.
Role Purpose
The General Manager will oversee all operational, financial, technical, and administrative functions of KTDA Power. The position requires strong executive leadership capability, experience in energy infrastructure development, and the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams while maintaining regulatory compliance and financial discipline.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership and Governance
Provide strategic direction and leadership in line with KTDA Power’s mandate and long-term growth strategy.
Develop and implement corporate plans, annual operating budgets, and performance targets.
Advise the Board on operational performance, capital investments, and risk exposure.
Ensure adherence to corporate governance standards and regulatory frameworks.
Operations and Technical Oversight
Oversee power generation projects, including hydropower plant operations and maintenance.
Ensure optimal plant performance, safety compliance, and environmental standards.
Drive efficiency improvements in energy production and asset management.
Supervise technical teams and ensure effective project delivery timelines.
Financial and Commercial Management
Lead budgeting, financial planning, and cost optimization initiatives.
Ensure sound revenue management and contract administration for power off-take agreements.
Identify and evaluate new revenue streams and commercial partnerships.
Oversee procurement processes in compliance with organizational policies.
Stakeholder Engagement and Partnerships
Represent KTDA Power in engagements with regulators, financiers, development partners, and energy sector stakeholders.
Strengthen partnerships with tea factories and community stakeholders.
Support negotiation of power purchase agreements and financing arrangements.
Risk Management and Compliance
Ensure compliance with energy regulations, environmental laws, and safety standards.
Establish internal controls and risk mitigation strategies.
Oversee audit processes and corrective action implementation.
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Energy, Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
A Master’s degree in a relevant discipline is desirable.
Minimum of ten (10) years’ progressive experience in senior management, preferably within the energy or infrastructure sector.
Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, financial management, and project oversight.
- Head of Data Analysis and Management (One Position)
The Head of Data Analysis and Management will lead the organization’s data governance framework, analytics strategy, and reporting systems to support evidence-based decision-making across KTDA Power’s operations and projects.
Role Purpose
The position is responsible for establishing robust data systems, managing performance dashboards, strengthening analytics capabilities, and ensuring data integrity across business units.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Data Strategy and Governance
Develop and implement a comprehensive data management and analytics strategy.
Establish policies, standards, and protocols for data governance and security.
Ensure accuracy, consistency, and reliability of operational and financial data.
Analytics and Business Intelligence
Lead development of dashboards and performance monitoring tools.
Provide advanced data analytics to support executive decision-making.
Conduct trend analysis, forecasting, and operational performance modeling.
Systems Integration and Digital Transformation
Oversee integration of enterprise systems and data platforms.
Collaborate with IT teams to enhance automation and reporting capabilities.
Support digital transformation initiatives across the organization.
Reporting and Performance Management
Develop standardized reporting templates for management and Board reporting.
Monitor key performance indicators across energy production, financial metrics, and project milestones.
Ensure timely preparation of analytical reports and strategic insights.
Capacity Building and Oversight
Supervise data analysts and technical staff.
Build internal capacity in data literacy and analytical tools.
Promote a culture of data-driven management practices.
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, or related field.
Master’s degree in Data Analytics, Business Intelligence, or related discipline is desirable.
Minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in data analysis, performance management, or business intelligence.
Proven experience leading data governance initiatives and analytics teams.
- Manager, Resource Mobilization and Business Development (One Position)
The Manager, Resource Mobilization and Business Development will spearhead efforts to secure funding, build strategic partnerships, and identify new growth opportunities for KTDA Power.
Role Purpose
The role is responsible for developing financing strategies, managing donor and investor relationships, and driving business expansion initiatives to enhance organizational sustainability.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Resource Mobilization Strategy
Develop and implement a comprehensive resource mobilization plan.
Identify funding opportunities from development finance institutions, commercial banks, and climate funds.
Prepare funding proposals, investment briefs, and partnership agreements.
Investor and Donor Engagement
Build and maintain relationships with financiers and development partners.
Coordinate due diligence processes and funding negotiations.
Ensure compliance with reporting requirements linked to financed projects.
Business Development and Market Expansion
Identify new renewable energy investment opportunities.
Conduct feasibility assessments and market research.
Support preparation of business cases and financial models.
Partnerships and Collaboration
Establish strategic partnerships with private sector entities and public institutions.
Represent KTDA Power in industry forums and investment platforms.
Facilitate joint ventures and co-financing arrangements.
Performance Monitoring
Track performance of funded projects and ensure compliance with funding covenants.
Prepare regular reports on resource mobilization progress and pipeline development.
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Energy, or related field.
Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related discipline is desirable.
Minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in resource mobilization, investment management, or business development.
Demonstrated experience in project financing and stakeholder engagement.
- Manager, Programmes Management, Impact, Reporting and Learning (One Position)
The Manager, Programmes Management, Impact, Reporting and Learning will oversee project planning, monitoring and evaluation, impact assessment, and organizational learning frameworks across KTDA Power’s portfolio.
Role Purpose
The position is responsible for strengthening programme management systems, ensuring accountability for results, and institutionalizing learning mechanisms to enhance project effectiveness.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Programme Planning and Coordination
Develop annual work plans and project implementation schedules.
Ensure alignment of programmes with strategic objectives.
Coordinate cross-functional project teams.
Monitoring, Evaluation and Impact
Design monitoring frameworks and performance indicators.
Conduct impact assessments and performance reviews.
Ensure compliance with donor and regulatory reporting requirements.
Reporting and Documentation
Prepare comprehensive performance reports for management and Board review.
Develop standardized impact reporting tools.
Maintain accurate project documentation and knowledge repositories.
Learning and Continuous Improvement
Facilitate lessons-learned sessions and knowledge-sharing platforms.
Promote adaptive management approaches.
Strengthen organizational learning culture.
Compliance and Risk Management
Ensure projects adhere to environmental and social safeguards.
Monitor risk registers and mitigation plans.
Support audit processes related to programme performance.
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Economics, Development Studies, Engineering, or related field.
Master’s degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, Business Administration, or related discipline is desirable.
Minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in programme management, monitoring and evaluation, or impact reporting.
Demonstrated experience in performance measurement and reporting systems.
Application Process
Qualified and interested candidates are invited to submit their applications through the official recruitment portal of KTDA Power.
Applications should be submitted on or before the stipulated deadline indicated on the recruitment platform.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
KTDA Power is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified professionals who meet the above criteria.
