Kenya Pipeline Declares MD Position Vacant Weeks After Joe Sang’s Resignation

The Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) has announced a vacancy for the position of Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, weeks after the resignation of former Managing Director Joe Sang.

In a notice dated Wednesday, May 7, 2026, the company said it is seeking suitable, highly qualified professionals to fill the top leadership position as it enters a new phase following its listing on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) in March 2026.

According to the notice, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing strategic leadership to ensure sustainable growth, operational excellence, and the delivery of shareholder value.

“The office holder will be required to provide visionary leadership to ensure sustainable growth, operational excellence, and delivery of shareholder value for a high-performing, commercially driven, and globally competitive energy infrastructure business,” KPC stated.

Kenya Pipeline Declares MD Position Vacant

The new Managing Director will also be tasked with positioning the company as “Africa’s premier energy infrastructure and logistics partner.”

KPC noted that the incoming CEO will play a key role in guiding the company through its post-listing phase, including compliance with governance, disclosure, investor relations, and regulatory obligations required of publicly listed firms.

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The position will be offered on a three-year renewable contract based on performance targets agreed upon with the Board of Directors.

Responsibilities of KPC MD

Among the responsibilities listed in the advertisement are overseeing the company’s operations, leading strategy implementation, driving financial growth, ensuring corporate governance compliance, and spearheading innovation and digital transformation.

The Managing Director will also serve as the company’s main spokesperson and will be expected to strengthen relationships with shareholders, regulators, government agencies, customers, and strategic partners.

KPC further said the successful applicant will lead regional energy infrastructure expansion and intergovernmental partnerships aimed at strengthening the company’s market position across Africa.

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Applicants are required to have at least 15 years of relevant work experience, including 10 years in senior management or executive roles in large and commercially driven organisations.

The vacancy notice comes weeks after the resignation of Joe Sang as Managing Director of Kenya Pipeline Company, effective April 3, 2026, over the alleged Ksh 4 billion fuel importation scandal.

Sang resigned following his arrest and allegations of manipulating fuel stock data and importing substandard emergency fuel at inflated prices. He resigned alongside Energy PS Mohamed Liban and EPRA Boss Daniel Kiptoo.

Pius Mwendwa has since been appointed Acting Managing Director.

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