Division: Power O&M

Department: Utility O&M
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Reporting To: International Project Coordinator - India
Position: Kenya Project Coordinator
Qualifications: BE or Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
Experience: Minimum 15–20 years of experience in Utility Operations & Maintenance

1. Role Overview

The Kenya Project Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the administration, technical operations, procurement, budgeting, financial performance, and overall operational management of Utility O&M sites. The position requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and the ability to drive efficiency, profitability, and compliance across assigned sites.

2. Key Roles & Responsibilities

Administration & Operations

• Monitor and take initiative on administrative, technical, procurement, budgeting, and revenue-related activities.

• Organize reports, invoices, contracts, and financial documentation for seamless access and audits.

• Execute administrative tasks such as billing, bookkeeping, and documentation for allocated sites.

• Develop and maintain site budgets and ensure fiscal discipline.

• Organize, attend, and participate in stakeholder meetings.

• Provide a structured avenue for problem reporting, issue escalation, and customer satisfaction management.

• Technical & Site Management

• Ensure efficient operation and maintenance of utility systems including boiler, wastewater, and other related systems.

• Facilitate periodic energy audits at the site to optimize performance and costs.

• Implement maintenance techniques and troubleshooting procedures to ensure uptime.

• Improve site profitability through operational efficiency, optimization, and cost control.

• Support development and improvement of company processes and operational standards.

3. Accountability

The Kenya Project Coordinator is accountable for:

• Overall operations, maintenance, administrative, and financial activities at the assigned sites.

• Supervising and ensuring productivity of employees working under him/her.

• Timely submission and accuracy of technical MIS, daily reports, Safety MIS, and all required documentation.

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• 4. Technical Competencies

• Strong theoretical knowledge of utility operations, boilers, wastewater systems, and related engineering functions.

• Understanding of Kenyan labour laws, factory rules, boiler inspection protocols, and environmental regulations.

• Proficiency in MS Office, email communication, and professional report writing.

• Knowledge of maintenance techniques, commissioning, troubleshooting, and plant functioning.

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• 5. Behavioural Competencies

• Critical Thinking: Ability to analyse situations using logic and reasoning to determine appropriate solutions.

• Coordination: Ability to adjust actions in relation to others and ensure smooth teamwork.

• Judgment & Decision-Making: Ability to evaluate options and choose the most suitable course of action.

• Strong team orientation and customer-focused mindset.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for interaction with internal teams and customers.

• Demonstrates enthusiasm, proactiveness, leadership, and smart problem-solving.

• Strong interpersonal skills with active listening abilities and respectful engagement.