The Danish Energy Agency (DEA) and the Royal Danish Embassy in Kenya (RDE) are seeking a Long-Term Energy Adviser to be stationed in Nairobi, with Kenya’s Ministry of Energy and Petroleum (MOEP).


Put your technical skills to work for a great purpose. Join our team of energy experts and play a pivotal role in shaping Kenya’s future framework for developing its power system and utilizing renewable energy resources. Your technical skills will be instrumental in supporting the Ministry, TSO and DSO in developing and preparing for market regulation as well as operation of power system with increased share of renewable energy sources.

About the Job We are seeking a profile with solid experience and expertise within either electricity market development or power system operations, with a capacity to engage across both areas. You will be stationed at the Ministry of Energy and Petroleum (MOEP) and work with experts from local
authorities in Kenya while having a close dialogue and cooperation with the Danish Energy Agency, Energinet and the Embassy of Denmark in Kenya.

Kenya has an ambitious goal of 100% clean electricity by 2030. At the same time securing access to electricity for all. Electricity demand is expected to grow, the transmission and distribution grid expanded, generation increased while key priorities are reliability and affordability. In parallel, Kenya is developing the framework for a national electricity market and is part of the upcoming regional market - East African Power pool.

You will give technical support to MOEP and local energy authorities in this transformation, will be centrally positioned to work across Kenyan government entities together with Ministry staff, and also have the opportunity to dig deep into power system operations. You will work and make a local impact by analyzing and giving recommendations to the current power system operation and market regulations.


We offer:

• Unique Opportunity: A unique position within MOEP’s Directorate for Renewable Energy to shape and make a significant contribution on the development of the Kenyan electricity system.
• Diverse Responsibilities: A wide range of tasks, including project management and coordination with international and local partners.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for professional growth and development in a dynamic and international environment.
• Cross-cultural collaboration: Work with leading Kenyan energy institutions and Danish experts from DEA, RED and Energinet.
• Impact: Contribute to ensuring that reliability and affordability is central to energy system development in Kenya.

Two other LTA’s will operate out of MOEP’s Directorate for Renewable Energy – one engaging MOEP on long-term energy sector planning and modelling and one engaging with MOEP as well the Office of Kenya’s Special Envoy for Climate Change on development of policy and regulation in relation to renewable energy.


Recruitment is also ongoing for the two other LTA positions under KENDEP. You can access the job
descriptions here:
Long-term Advisor for Climate and Energy Policy in Kenya
Long-term Energy Modelling specialist in Kenya

About You We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced professional with:

• Advanced Education: A master level degree or corresponding qualifications in energy/environmental management, economics, political science, engineering and/or subjects relevant to renewable energy could be relevant.
• Renewable Energy Integration Expertise: Solid knowledge of the Danish energy system and the Danish energy policy incl. integration of renewable energy in the power system is a requirement.
• Strong Analytical Skills: The ability to analyze complex energy systems and formulate actionable recommendations.
• Excellent Communication Skills: Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
• Experience in the Danish Energy Sector: At least 5 years of experience working in the Danish energy sector is a requirement.

Application Deadline: 8 October, 2025, at 23:59 CEST.

For more information, please visit:
- Link to Detailed Job Profile Terms of Reference
- Staff regulations for long-term advisors Staff Regulations

We welcome applicants of all genders, ages, abilities, and backgrounds, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

Join us in making a positive impact on Kenya’s energy future