Job Title: Senior Manager, Government and National Assembly Matters
Division/Department: Government and Consumer Affairs
Employer: Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC)
Sector: Power
Recruiter: ReStraL Limited
Job summary: The Senior Manager, Government and National Assembly Matters will monitor the formation and implementation of Government policies in relation to the Commission's functions and responsibilities. The job holder will report to Deputy General Manager Government & Agency Relations
Key Responsibilities:
1. Monitors the formation and implementation of Government policies in relation to the Commission's functions and responsibilities
2. Analyzes and submits to the Commission related report for its consideration
3. Facilitates the Commission's interactions with other Government departments on policy matters and formulate strategies to improve the Commission's relations with stakeholders and policy makers
4. Closely monitors deliberations at the National Assembly, especially as it may affect the Commission or the sector and submit prompt report to the Commission
5. Monitors legislative bills and analyze them as may affect the Commission
6. Facilitates Commission's participation at Hearings in the Assembly
7. Articulates and initiates effective lobbying schemes to ensure that policy makers carry out functions and formulate policies that would help Commission achieve its object
8. Facilitates Commission's relationship and communication with industry players, government
Person Specification:
Required Knowledge and Skills:
1. Demonstrated understanding of relevant legislation, policies and procedures
2. Good understanding of the functions of the Commission and its relationship to external stakeholders, particularly the Legislature
3. Political awareness
4. Diplomacy skills
5. Excellent interpersonal skills
6. High levels of organization and planning
7. Working knowledge of the Nigerian Electricity Sector
8. Ability to network with multi stakeholders
9. Professional and highly ethical in orientation
10. Effective Communication skills – verbal, listening and writing skills
11. Experience with Microsoft office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
Educational / Professional Qualification(s):
1. A Bachelor's degree in Law, Political science, Public Admin, Social Sciences or related disciplines
2. A postgraduate degree will be an added advantage
Work Experience:
1. Practical experience with the legislature in Nigeria in advisory or other capacities is mandatory
2. Minimum of 12 years post-graduation experience and 3 years managerial experience
Deadline: 8th August, 2013
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