The Kenya Pipeline Company has announced it is recruiting a new Managing Director to replace Joe Sang, who reportedly quit last month.
According to the recruitment notice, interested candidates have until midnight on May 20 to submit their applications to the board.
The successful candidate will be appointed on a three (3)-year renewable contract, subject to satisfactory performance as assessed by the Board of Directors against mutually agreed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Candidates successful for the role must have at least fifteen (15) years of relevant experience, with a minimum of ten (10) years in a senior management or executive role in a large, complex, and commercially driven organisation.
The candidate should also possess a Master’s degree from a recognised university alongside a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Energy Management, Finance, Economics, Law, or a related field.
Among the roles of the MD will include advising the Board and acting as a critical link between Management and the Board, ensuring timely and accurate reporting on the company’s financial performance, strategic execution, risk profile, regulatory standing, and operational matters.
Other roles will be leading the KPC’s regional energy infrastructure strategy and intergovernmental partnerships to strengthen the company’s market position and drive long-term growth across Africa.
The new CEO will also be expected to proactively manage investor relations and ensure compliance with NSE and CMA continuous disclosure obligations.
“Interested candidates are requested to visit the KPC website www.kpc.co.ke under the Career Opportunities section for a Job Description and Specification, as well as the User Manual containing instructions on how to apply for the position. All applications addressed to the Chairperson, Board of Directors should be received not later than midnight EAT on May 20, 2026”, the notice read.
