# GM, Geothermal Development Job KenGen Nairobi, Kenya

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Company: KenGen Nairobi, Kenya

Category: NGO, Non-Profit & Development

Location: Kenya

Work type: Full-time

Work arrangement: On-site

Published: 2026-08-18

Expires: 2026-10-02

## Job Description

Job Summary

Reporting to the Managing Director & CEO, the job holder is responsible for furthering KenGen’s green energy footprint by maximizing Geothermal resource potential in the country and to provide Geothermal Energy Leadership in Africa.

### Duties and Responsibilities

- Provide leadership in the development and implementation of Geothermal Developments’ strategies, policies, and procedures to achieve KenGen’s strategic objectives.

- Coordinate and oversee the following divisions: Reservoir and Steam field management; Drilling and Logistics; Civil and Infrastructure, and Resource Assessment and Development.

- Oversee sustainability of KenGen’s power generation through geothermal reservoir optimization and steam availability.

- Oversee construction of geothermal infrastructure including wells and steam pipelines.

- Coordinate with relevant government agencies to align Geothermal projects with national energy policies and strategies.

- Support research and innovations in geothermal technologies in drilling, resource exploitation and Steamfield development.

- Develop business models that make geothermal projects financially viable.

- Collaborate with Universities and research institutions for innovation and research.

- Represent the Company in energy forums and policy discussions for matters Geothermal.

- Explore opportunities for partnerships, external funding and grants to support geothermal projects.

- Co-ordinate and direct preparation of departmental budgets, monitoring and managing the budget, procurement plans, tender preparation and procure within budget

- Prepare geothermal development policy proposals for presentation to the Board.

- Ensure compliance with Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), occupational health and safety, statutory and regulatory requirements.

- Approve professional opinions within the General Managers threshold.

- Develop and implement safety programs for staff, stakeholders, and security of assets within Geothermal Development Department.

Qualifications & Experience

- Bachelor’s degree in Geology/Geochemistry/Geophysics/Physics/Chemistry/ Geomatics/Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

- Master’s degree in Geology/Geochemistry/Geophysics/Physics/Engineering, Business Administration, Project management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution

- Minimum fifteen (15) years in relevant work experience with at least five (5) years in a management role

- Post graduate diploma in Geothermal Energy Technology is an added advantage.

- Membership of the Institute of relevant professional bodies in good standing.

- Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.

- Demonstrated results in work performance;

- Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the constitution

### Functional skills and Behavioral Competencies/ Attributes

- Strategic thinking and risk management

- Financial, budget and resources management

- Analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills

- Negotiation skills

- Strategic advocacy

- Protocol and diplomacy

- Technical expertise in Geothermal

- Leadership skills

- Communication and interpersonal skills

- Coaching and mentorship

### How to Apply

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