Job Description

The Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (ZERA) is a statutory body mandated to ensure the provision of a level playing field for safe, reliable and sustainable energy supply through effective regulation. ZERA seeks the services of a highly competent, professional and results oriented individual who is able to take the organisation to a higher level in the above mentioned role:

Reporting directly to the Senior Engineer Electricity, the key job functions for this position will be to:

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop appropriate codes and regulations for safety, reliability and access, and carry out reviews when necessary.
• Monitor compliance and adherence to sector regulations, codes and standards.
• Assess generation license applications and make recommendations to the Senior Engineer Electricity.
• Review Power Purchase Agreements and assist in power pricing.
• Investigate electrical accidents and develop measures to minimize the same.
• Assist in the development of sector policy for clean energy.
• Evaluate sector capacity expansion plans of players in the industry.
• Develop promotional material/articles for industry safety, renewable energy and energy efficiency to raise public awareness.
• Conduct workshops to promote industry safety, renewable energy, energy efficiency and new sector technologies.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in BSc or B-Tech Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Proven technical experience in electricity generation, transmission, or distribution.
• At least 5 years working experience in a similar position.
• Excellent knowledge of electricity sector, statutory provisions and ability to assess their impact.
• Good knowledge of Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency technologies.
• Broad understanding of the electricity supply chain.
• Good appreciation of modern relevant technologies and practices.

Other

How to Apply

Prospective candidates for this position should apply online through vacancies@zera.co.zw by no later 7 June 2024. .