Manager, Renewable Energy and Rural Electrification Job at Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission

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Job Title: Manager, Renewable Energy and Rural Electrification

Division/Department: Renewable Energy and Rural Electrification

Employer: Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC)

Sector: Power

Recruiter: ReStraL Limited

Job summary: The job holder will work with the Principal Manager to drive detailed studies of the structure of the electric power consumption and demand, demand management and projects of future growth in connections, supply and demand of electricity for MYTO, Engineering and customer information. Reports to the Principal Manager Renewable Energy and Rural Electrification

Key Responsibilities:

1.   Carries out studies on new and renewable sources of power generation

2.   Participates in accessing applications for licences for renewable energy based power generation

3.   Participates in designing renewable power related regulations

4.   Conducts studies on economics of renewable based power as input to tariff settings for renewable energy

5.   Assists in meeting the regulatory requirement of the National Energy Policy and the national Electric Power Policy

6.   Designs draft PPA, Connection agreement and system standards for renewable energy based off-grid power supply to remote areas

7.   Liaises with Renewable Energy programmes of other Government agencies

Person Specification:

Required Knowledge and Skills:

1.   Well-developed research and analytical  skills

2.   Strong written and oral communication skills are imperative

3.   Working knowledge of the rural electrification and renewable energy issues

4.   Experience developing related regulations and policies

5.   Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite

6.   Detailed knowledge of any of the renewable energy and rural electrification simulation packages such as RETCREEN, ViPOR, Homer is an added advantage

7.   A firm grasp of the Commission's mandate and an understanding of the electricity sector in Nigeria

8.   Ability to work effectively in a dynamic team environment

9.   Fair knowledge of renewable energy market and conversant with rural electrification issues

Educational / Professional Qualification(s):

1.   A first degree in Engineering, Economics, Physical Sciences or Sociology

2.   A Master's degree or professional qualification will be an advantage

Work Experience: Minimum of 9 years post qualification in rural electrification and renewable energy

Deadline: 8th August, 2013

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