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The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is a State Corporation established under the Energy Act 2006.;

The Commission is mandated as the energy sector regulatory agency responsible for economic and technical regulation of Electric Power, Renewable Energy and Downstream Petroleum sub-sectors.;

To achieve this mandate the Commission is seeking to recruit suitably qualified, experienced, result oriented and highly motivated individuals to fill the following position:

Economist, Electricity
(ERC/EE/02.09 Job Grade 7)

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Economic Regulation, the position holder will obtain and analyze economic data; and evaluate the impact of energy policies and regulations.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in the design and review of electricity tariffs and tariff structures;
• Participate in the preparation of the Least Cost Power Development Plan;
• Participate in the review and updating of renewable energy projects;
• Assist in the computation of petroleum pump prices and petroleum price surveillance;
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of the sub-sector utilities; and
• Undertake research and policy analysis and prepare position papers and reports.

Qualification, Experience and skills

• A Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Econometrics, Energy Economics or equivalent from a recognized university.
• A Master’s degree in Energy Economics, Economics, Econometrics or equivalent.
• At least five (5) years relevant experience.
• Good understanding of the energy sector and particularly electric power subsector.
• Excellent analytical, report writing and interpersonal skills.
• Proven competency in computer literacy.

How to Apply
If you believe you are the right candidate and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the criteria set above, please submit your application not later than 5:00pm on 21st March 2014 attaching a copy of clearance certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), copies of your education and professional certificates, national identity card, a detailed CV stating your current employer, position held, current and expected salary, e-mail, telephone contacts among other information.;

The reference number of the position applied for should be clearly written on the envelope and application should be sent or delivered to:

International Development Partners (EA) LTD.Block B2,
Haven Court Waiyaki Way
Opposite Lions Place Westlands
P.O Box 11826 – 00100
Nairobi

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted. ERC is an equal opportunity employer and female applicants and persons with disability who possess the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.