Leadership at the Helm of Kenya’s Renewable Power Champion

KenGen’s executive team brings together deep technical expertise, financial discipline, legal rigour and strategic foresight to steer East Africa’s foremost electricity generator through an era of energy transition, sustainability and growth.

Managing Director & CEO: Eng Peter Njenga

Eng Peter Njenga

Managing Director and CEO

Born in 1967, Eng Peter Njenga is the Managing Director and CEO of Kenya Electricity Generating Company PLC (KenGen), East Africa’s leading power producer, distinguished by its reliance on renewable and clean energy sources for approximately 93 percent of generation. His tenure formally commenced on August 17, 2023, crowning a career of more than 32 years in the energy sector marked by technical depth, strategic leadership and ethical stewardship.

Eng Njenga holds a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and an MBA in Strategic Management from the University of Nairobi. He is a member of the Institute of Directors Kenya and a registered professional engineer. His executive training includes senior leadership programmes from Strathmore University and Harvard Business School, among other institutions.

His professional journey spans a steady ascent from Trainee Electrical Engineer to General Manager of Infrastructure Development at Kenya Power & Lighting Company PLC (KPLC), before assuming the chief executive role at KenGen. Along the way, he has chaired and served on several pivotal committees, playing an influential role in driving transformation, sustainability and climate action across the sector.

Combining technical mastery with a results-oriented mindset, Eng Njenga continues to strengthen KenGen’s mandate of delivering reliable, affordable and sustainable energy, while championing environmental initiatives such as large-scale tree planting. Beyond the boardroom, he is a committed advocate for youth development and family values, drawing inspiration from his Christian faith. He enjoys cycling and swimming, reflecting a balanced and disciplined approach to life.

Company Secretary & General Manager, Legal Affairs: FCS Austin A O Ouko

FCS Austin A O Ouko

Company Secretary & General Manager, Legal Affairs

FCS Austin A O Ouko is the Company Secretary and General Manager, Legal Affairs at KenGen, bringing seventeen years of experience across the public and private sectors. He holds a Bachelor of Laws and a Master of Laws in Public Finance and Financial Services Law from the University of Nairobi, as well as a Master of the Science of Law from Stanford University Law School in California.

His professional qualifications include a Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law, a Practice Diploma in International Commercial Law from the College of Law of England & Wales, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Domestic Arbitration from the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators. He also holds advanced qualifications in business administration and information systems management and is a member of the Institute of Directors Kenya.

Austin is an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya, a Commissioner for Oaths, a Notary Public and a Certified Public Secretary. He is a Fellow of the Institute of Certified Secretaries Kenya and the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, an Accredited Governance Auditor, and a member of several professional bodies including the Law Society of Kenya and the International Bar Association.

Prior to joining KenGen, he served as Acting General Manager Corporate Affairs and Corporation Secretary, Legal Manager at the National Social Security Fund, and Senior Legal Officer at Standard Group Limited. In his current role, he oversees all legal, governance and compliance matters for the company.

Mr Peketsa Mangi

General Manager, Geothermal Development

Peketsa Mangi is a geothermal energy specialist with more than two decades of experience in resource development across Kenya and the wider region. He holds a Master of Science in Information Science from Moi University and is pursuing a PhD in the same discipline.

A Certified Project Manager (IPMA Level C), he has undertaken extensive professional training in earth sciences, reservoir and drilling technologies, geothermal project management, negotiation, procurement and project financing. He serves as Vice Chairman of the Geothermal Association of Kenya and is a member of both the Geological Society of Kenya and the International Geothermal Association.

Having risen through the organisation from Resource Development and Infrastructure Manager, Mr Mangi now leads KenGen’s geothermal portfolio, overseeing exploration, drilling, reservoir and steam field management, infrastructure development, environmental and social coordination, and budgetary control.

CPA Elizabeth Njenga

General Manager, Business Development & Strategy

Elizabeth Njenga brings over 20 years of experience in finance, strategy and power project development. She holds a Master’s degree in Public Policy and Management from Strathmore University Business School, an MBA from the University of Nairobi, and a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting and Economics from Moi University.

She is a Certified Public Accountant of Kenya and holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Management from Maastricht School of Management. Her career has included senior roles in capital planning, public-private partnerships and corporate strategy.

As General Manager Business Development & Strategy, she leads KenGen’s strategic direction, capacity expansion planning, feasibility studies, project implementation and commissioning, while driving innovation and continuous business process improvement.

Eng Julius Odumbe

General Manager, Operations

Eng Julius Odumbe is a licensed consulting engineer with more than 30 years of experience in power generation operations and maintenance. He holds an MBA from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Nairobi, and a Diploma in Project Management from Galilee College, Israel.

A Fellow of the Institution of Engineers of Kenya and registered with the Engineers Board of Kenya, he oversees KenGen’s power plant operations, rehabilitation and maintenance programmes, energy evacuation, power purchase agreements, ISO management systems and coordination of regional operations.

CPA CIA Erick Audi

General Manager, Internal Audit (Acting)

CPA CIA Erick Audi has over 20 years of experience in accounting, auditing, governance, risk management and internal controls. He holds an MBA in Finance and a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting from the University of Nairobi.

He is a Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor and Certified Information Systems Auditor, and a member of both IIA Kenya and ICPAK. His previous roles include senior audit positions at the Kenya Revenue Authority, Kenya Rural Roads Authority and Kenya Electricity Transmission Company.

At KenGen, he has risen from Internal Audit and Risk Manager to Acting General Manager Internal Audit, overseeing audit operations, board audit committee liaison, advisory services and the implementation of audit recommendations.

Mr Ahmed Haji Issack

General Manager, ICT

Ahmed Haji Issack holds a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from JKUAT and a Master of Science in Information Systems and Management from the University of Warwick, complemented by executive leadership training at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford.

With over 19 years of experience, he joined KenGen in November 2024 from the Kenya Airports Authority. He is responsible for driving the company’s digital transformation agenda, ICT strategy, systems integration, cybersecurity and alignment of technology platforms with corporate objectives.

Mr Vincent Mamboleo

General Manager, Supply Chain Management

Vincent Mamboleo is a supply chain professional with more than 24 years of experience across manufacturing, media and industrial sectors. He holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Business Administration, a Professional Diploma in Purchasing and Supplies (MCIPS), and a Diploma in Shipping.

Since joining KenGen in 2017, following senior roles at Kwale International Sugar Company, Lafarge East Africa, Nation Media Group and Tata Chemicals, he has overseen procurement, logistics, inventory management, regulatory compliance and supplier stakeholder engagement.

Mrs Beatrice Kandie

General Manager, Corporate Services

Mrs Beatrice Kandie is a human resource management specialist with over 24 years of experience spanning organisational design, talent management, performance optimisation, learning and development, succession planning and change management.

She holds a Master’s degree in Human Resource Management and a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, is pursuing a PhD in Human Resource Management, and is certified as a Human Resource Professional (CHRP-K) and Change Manager (Prosci). She leads the execution of KenGen’s human capital strategy to enhance organisational effectiveness and long-term performance.

Mr Ronoh Kibet OGW PMP

General Manager, Commercial Services

Ronoh Kibet is an electrical engineer from JKUAT with a Master of Science in Project Management and is currently pursuing a PhD in the same field. He holds PMP certification, SAP consulting credentials and completed the Organisational Leadership Programme at Harvard Business School.

He oversees power sales, investments, partnerships, marketing, corporate communications and sustainability. In recognition of his public service, he was awarded the Order of the Grand Warrior of Kenya (OGW) in 2022.

CPA David Mwangi

General Manager – Finance

CPA David Mwangi holds an MBA in Finance from JKUAT and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Sociology from the University of Nairobi. A member of ICPAK, he has previously held senior roles at Safaricom PLC and Airtel Africa PLC.

Since joining KenGen in December 2017 as Finance Manager, he has progressed to General Manager – Finance, overseeing financial strategy, capital planning, treasury and liquidity management, financial reporting, budgeting, risk management and engagement with the Board, lenders and investors.