Engineer, Electrical
Quick answer
The United Nations Office at Nairobi is hiring a Senior Engineer, Electrical (NAIROBI, Kenya) to support the UNON Conference Facilities Project, focusing on major electrical engineering systems and facilities.
- Role
- Engineer, Electrical
- Organization
- United Nations Office at Nairobi
- Location
- NAIROBI, Kenya
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
The role
The United Nations Office at Nairobi is seeking an Engineer, Electrical to support the UNON Conference Facilities Project, focusing on the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of major electrical engineering systems and facilities.
What you'll do
- Analyze and advise on the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of major electrical systems and building automation facilities.
- Evaluate, review, and revise project documents and design specifications.
- Review and approve project reports from design consultants and contractors.
- Recommend solutions to unusual engineering problems.
- Conduct technical studies and develop guidelines for the planning and maintenance of programs and facilities.
- Lead efforts to study critical problems relating to design or construction of systems and facilities.
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- Minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in electrical engineering or a related field.
- Experience in both construction management and design within the electrical engineering field on large-scale building construction projects.
- Experience in design review or construction management for Building Management Systems (BMS).
- Experience in the design review or construction management of solar PV power generation and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
- Fluency in English, with UN Level II proficiency in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in NAIROBI, Kenya.
Is the job remote?
The job is not specified as remote or in-office, but it is based in NAIROBI, Kenya.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, at least seven years of relevant experience, and fluency in English with UN Level II proficiency.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted through the online platform at https://inspira.un.org/psp/PUNA1J/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/UN_CUSTOMIZATIONS.UN_JOB_DETAIL.GBL?Action=A&UNAction=Apply&JobOpeningId=285231&languageCd=ENG by October 29, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Office at Nairobi's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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