GAZETTE NOTICE NO. 10405

IN EXERCISE of the powers conferred by section 26 (5) of the Energy Act, 2019 hereinafter referred to as the Act, the Cabinet Secretary for Energy declares vacancies in the position of Member of the Energy and Petroleum Tribunal and invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the position of Member of the Energy and Petroleum Tribunal. Pursuant to section 26 (7) of the Act, all applications shall be made to the Chairman, Energy and Petroleum Tribunal Selection Panel within fourteen (14) days of the publication of this Notice. (a) Qualification for Appointment as a Member of the Energy and Petroleum Tribunal A person shall be qualified for appointment as a Member of the Tribunal under section 26 (1) of the Act, if that person — (i) is a citizen of Kenya; (ii) holds a degree in a relevant area from a University recognized in Kenya; (iii) is a member in good standing of the relevant professional association; (iv) meets the requirements of leadership and integrity set out in Chapter Six of the Constitution. In addition to the above qualifications, the applicant should possess knowledge and experience in law, petroleum and energy pursuant to section 26 (1) (b) of the Act. NB: For an applicant seeking to be elected as a Vice-Chairperson pursuant to section 26 (2) of the Act, such applicant must qualify to be a Judge of the High Court possessing at least five years' experience in energy and petroleum matters. (b) Disqualification for Appointment as a Member of the Energy and Petroleum Tribunal A person shall be disqualified for appointment as a Member of the Tribunal under section 26 (1) (b) of the Act, if that person is in the employment of the Government, Nuclear Power and Energy Agency or the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority. (c) Terms of Service The members of the Tribunal shall hold office for a period of three years but shall be eligible for re-appointment for one further term, pursuant to section 26 (18) of the Act. (d) How to Apply (i) All applications should be emailed to eptribunal@energy.go.ke and to be received on, or before 5.00 p.m. on the 22nd November, 2019. Note that manual applications shall not be accepted. (ii) Each application should be accompanied by — (a) a detailed curriculum vitae indicating the names and contacts of three (3) referees; (b) clear scanned copies of the relevant academic and professional certificates, testimonials and other relevant supporting documents; and (c) a clear scanned copy of the National Identity Card or Passport. Note: 1. Shortlisted applicants shall be required to obtain and present during the interview, valid clearances from the following bodies so as to meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya: (a) Kenya Revenue Authority; (b) Higher Education Loans Boa,rd; (c) Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission; (d) Criminal Investigation Department; and (e) Credit Reference Bureau. 2. All applicants who responded to the advertisement of 27th August, 2019 to re-apply. Dated the 4th November, 2019. CHARLES KETER, Cabinet Secretary for Energy.