{
  "id": 1709141,
  "title": "EPRA advertises Director General position",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/18/epra-advertises-director-general-position",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-18T11:42:33.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "KahawaTungu",
    "slug": "kahawatungu",
    "url": "https://kahawatungu.com/epra-advertises-director-general-position/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has announced an advertisement for the position of Director General as it seeks to bring in a new head to oversee the energy sector regulator. A notice released on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, outlined the responsibilities of the successful candidate, who will provide strategic leadership and direction in line with EPRA's strategic plan.\n\nThe Director General will be responsible for overseeing the technical and economic regulation of energy sector utilities involved in various aspects of energy production and distribution, as well as petroleum sector activities. Other key duties include guiding the regulation and monitoring of renewable energy production and usage, fostering a culture of good governance, and ensuring proper internal monitoring and control systems.\n\nApplicants for the role must be Kenyan citizens, hold a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, and have at least seven years of management experience in the petroleum and energy sector, with at least two years in a senior-level position. A Master’s degree in a related field is considered an added advantage. The appointment will be for a three-year contractual term, renewable once with satisfactory performance, and the mandatory retirement age.\n\nInterested and qualified candidates are required to submit their applications, along with copies of relevant certificates, via dgrecruitment2026@epra.go.ke. The deadline for applications is 5 p.m. on September 9, 2026. This recruitment follows recent changes at the top of the energy regulator, with Dr. Eng. Joseph Oketch currently serving as the Acting Director General following the resignation of former Director General Daniel Kiptoo Bargoria in April 2026.",
  "summary": "The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has advertised the position of Director General as it seeks to recruit a new head to lead the energy sector regulator. In a notice issued on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, EPRA said the successful candidate would provide strategic leadership and direction in line with the Authority’s strategic plan. [...] The post EPRA advertises Director General…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}