Dr. Eng. Joseph Odongo Oketch is the Director of Electricity and Renewable Energy at the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA), where he leads the formulation, review, and enforcement of regulations, standards, and codes governing Kenyaā€™s electrical and renewable energy sub-sectors. With more than 25 years of experience in the energy industry, he has played a pivotal role in shaping Kenyaā€™s energy landscape.
Before joining EPRA, Dr. Oketch held senior leadership positions at Kenya Power and the Rural Electrification Authority (REA), contributing significantly to electrification and energy access initiatives.
He holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Nairobi, a Master of Business Administration in Strategic Management from Kenyatta University, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Project Planning and Management from the University of Nairobi. He also earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Strategic Management from Kenyatta University.
Dr. Oketch is a Registered Professional Engineer with the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) and an active member of both the Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) and the Kenya Institute of Management (KIM). His expertise bridges technical engineering and strategic leadership, positioning him as a key figure in advancing Kenyaā€™s transition to sustainable and reliable energy.