KEVIN KARANI
Nairobi
Summary
Passionate and driven Renewable Energy Engineer with a keen eye for detail, strong interpersonal skills, and a commitment to excellence. Equipped with extensive technical and management training in energy systems, including design, installation, commissioning, and auditing. Deeply engaged in staying current with advancements in solar, wind, biogas, and e-mobility technologies, and their implications for society and the environment. Eager to lead, manage, and collaborate with like-minded professionals to develop renewable energy solutions that drive positive environmental and economic change.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Intern
Ariya Finergy
Westlands, Nairobi Province
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Reduced order processing time through effective communication with suppliers and internal departments.
- Contributed to annual savings by negotiating contracts with strategic suppliers.
- Conducted market research, identifying potential suppliers for increased competition and better pricing opportunities.
- Expanded company''s supplier base by researching new vendors, assessing their capabilities, and onboarding qualified partners.
- Monitored inventory levels to prevent stockouts while minimizing excess stock through demand forecasting techniques.
SOLAR PV INSTALLER
FREEELANCER
02.2023 - 03.2023
- Site Surveys and Feasibility, Maintenance and inspection, sizing of Solar Home Systems.
TRAINEE
KENYA BIOGAS PROGRAM
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Construction of a MKD type in Kiambu, familiarized with schematics, safety and industry standards
- Maintenance.
LEGAL TRANSCRIPTIONIST
STEPWISE DAPROIM
04.2021 - 07.2022
- Computer proficiency, experience in research, editing, proofreading, time management skills, prioritization, data accuracy and privacy
INVESTMENT MANAGER
OZAID LIMITED
02.2018 - 01.2019
- Led sales team
- Grew from startup to record revenues
- Business expansion, customer engagement and retention
- Leadership.
NETWORKING AND DISTRIBUTION AGENT
AIM GLOBAL
04.2017 - 05.2018
- Trained Leaders and Built a sales team of over 100
- Prospected, Followed and Closed leads.
INTERN
GO SOLAR SYSTEMS LTD
08.2016 - 12.2016
- Solar Installations, back up systems
- Solar systems and customer engagement
- Involved in Tendering Process.
INTERNSHIP
KAMBURU HYDROPOWER STATION
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Operation and maintenance of hydropower plants, turbines and standby generators
- Knowledge of basic electric plant, control and protection, water management.
Education
Solar Photovoltaic Installer T2 -
Spark Energy Hub National Industrial Training Authority
01.2023
Biogas Technician -
Kenya Biogas Program
01.2022
BSC Renewable Energy and Biofuels -
Masinde Muliro University
05.2016
Skills
- Solar PV
- Biogas Installation
- MS Office
- Sales And Marketing
- First Aid
- Safety
- Fire Protection
- Communication And Negotiation
Personal Information
Title: RENEWABLE ENERGY ENGINEER
References
- Mr. Nganga John, Head Technician and Sales Coordinator, Go Solar Systems Ltd., ngashjohnny@gmail.com, +254 715 127368
- Kenneth Otieno, Mechanical Superintendent I and supervisor, Kamburu Hydropower Station, Kengen, kotieno@kengen.co.ke, 0725 551289
- Ebinga Osore, Chief of Department, Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, Masinde Muliro University of science and technology, eosore@mmust.ac.ke, 0726143558
Timeline
Procurement Intern
Ariya Finergy
11.2023 - 02.2024
SOLAR PV INSTALLER
FREEELANCER
02.2023 - 03.2023
TRAINEE
KENYA BIOGAS PROGRAM
10.2022 - 12.2022
LEGAL TRANSCRIPTIONIST
STEPWISE DAPROIM
04.2021 - 07.2022
INVESTMENT MANAGER
OZAID LIMITED
02.2018 - 01.2019
NETWORKING AND DISTRIBUTION AGENT
AIM GLOBAL
04.2017 - 05.2018
INTERN
GO SOLAR SYSTEMS LTD
08.2016 - 12.2016
INTERNSHIP
KAMBURU HYDROPOWER STATION
06.2015 - 08.2015
Solar Photovoltaic Installer T2 -
Spark Energy Hub National Industrial Training Authority
Biogas Technician -
Kenya Biogas Program
BSC Renewable Energy and Biofuels -
Masinde Muliro University