Principal Engineering Technologist (Registration & Licensing)

At the Kenya Engineering Technology Registration Board (KETRB), we are committed to advancing engineering technology in Kenya. We are seeking a Principal Engineering Technologist to join our Registration and Licensing department. This role is responsible for ensuring the professional standards of engineering technology professionals and consulting firms in Kenya by overseeing the registration processes, maintaining professional registers, and ensuring compliance with national guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and implement engineering technology registration and licensing policies, strategies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Maintain the register of all registered engineering technology professionals and consulting firms.
• Participate in the design, development, and maintenance of the registration and licensing information management systems.
• Support the gazettement of registered engineering technology professionals.
• Participate in the assessment of engineering technology qualifications of foreign persons intending to offer services or works in Kenya.

Job Specifications and Requirements

• Served cumulatively for nine (9) years, with at least three (3) years in the grade of Senior Engineering Technologist or in a comparable position in the Public Service.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Technology in fields such as Mechanical Engineering, Building Technology, Civil Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Education Technology, Agricultural Engineering, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
• OR a Higher National Diploma in fields such as Mechanical Engineering, Building and Civil Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
• Completion of a management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
• Registered with Kenya Engineering Technology Registration Board as a Professional Engineering Technologist.
• Possession of a valid annual practicing license from Kenya Engineering Technology Registration Board.
• Full compliance with the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya.
• Proven experience in undertaking registration and licensing duties and responsibilities shall be an added advantage.

Compensation

• Basic Salary: Ksh. 118,323 – 178,783 per month.
• House Allowance: Ksh. 35,000 per month.
• Commuter Allowance: Ksh. 8,000 per month.