The Energy and Water Utilities Regulatory Authority (EWURA) is an independent, world class regulatory authority responsible for licensing, tariff setting and quality of service regulation of the electricity, water, petroleum and natural gas sectors. EWURA has the following vacancies for which suitably qualified Tanzanian citizens are invited to apply.
1. DIRECTOR GENERAL’S OFFICE
1.1 Post Title: Manager, Procurement Management – 1 post
a) Duty Station: EWURA Head Office
b) Reports to: Director General Manager,
Procurement Management will be responsible providing coordinating, monitoring and providing professional advise with regard to all matters related to procurement at the Authority.
c) Main Duties and Responsibilities:
i) To prepare, coordinate and implement Annual Procurement and disposal plans.
ii) To prepare and present periodic reports to the Tender Board.
iii) To ensure conformity with the Public Procurement Act, its regulations and guidelines.
iv) To advise the Authority on all matters pertaining to procurement.
v) To review and evaluate procurement requirements and recommend appropriate alternative procedures.
vi) To act as the Secretary to the Tender Board.
vii) To coordinate preparation of tender bidding documents.
viii) To review, quality-check and clear tender evaluation reports.
ix) To conduct training in procurement and contract management.
x) To validate authenticity of payment certificates and invoices.
xi) To coordinate development and review of policies relevant to procurement function.
xii) To effectively administer all resources allocated to the Department, including offering technical and operational support to staff members in the Divisions.
xiii) To undertake any other related duties as may be assigned by the Director General.
d) Minimum Academic Qualifications and Experience
The ideal candidate for this position should have the following qualifications and experience;
i) Bachelor Degree or its equivalent in Materials Management, Procurement and Logistics, Engineering, Architecture, Law, Quantity Surveying or any relevant fields with proven specialization or coverage in procurement.
ii) Possession of Master’s Degree in any of the relevant field or Business Administration.
iii) Certified Procurement and Supplies Professional (CPSP) is required.
iv) Must be licensed by PSPTB
v) Must be registered by appropriate Professional Bodies.
vi) Knowledge and Competence in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) applications. and
vii) Not less than Seven (7) years working experience in relevant field in a reputable institution(s) out of which three (3) years should be in senior position in procurement.
1.2 Post Title: Senior ICT Officer – 1 post
a) Duty Station: EWURA Head Office
b) Reports to: Principal ICT Officer
Senior ICT Officer will be responsible for ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness of the ICT activities at the Authority.
c) Duties and responsibilities:
i) To provide support in developing and implementing Information Communication Technology (ICT) Strategy in order to facilitate the design and development of regulatory monitoring systems.
ii) To participate in advising management on suitability of existing and future ICT hardware and software.
iii) To ensure proper security of sensitive data and integrity checks
iv) To provide support in ensuring that the planning and development of ICT systems is designed and carried out in an orderly, cost effective and efficient manner.
v) To provide support in designing and maintaining procedures, rules and regulation for the development and application of ICT.
vi) To provide support in developing an in- house database and other programmes to ensure safe custody of data and information.
vii) To provide support in conducting programming activities including system designing, documentation of procedures, and operation of computer and peripheral equipment.
viii) To provide support in advising the management on computer training needs for authority employees.
ix) To effectively supervise and guide members of staff reporting on the job.
x) To undertake any other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
3 d) Minimum Academic Qualifications and Experience
The ideal candidate for this position should have the following qualifications and experience;
i) Possession of university degree or advanced diploma in computer science, information and communication technology or related field with significant competences in computer software applications, operating systems and networking.
ii) Possession of professional certification such as CISCO, CISA and CISM will be an added advantage.
iii) Possession of Master’s Degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
iv) Possession of at least five (5) years’ work experience in the field.
2. INTERNAL AUDIT DIVISION
2.1 Post Title: Principal Internal Auditor – 1 post
a) Duty Station: EWURA Head Office
b) Reports to: Manager,
Internal Audit Director of Legal Services will be responsible for providing legal services to the Authority, receiving and processing complaints and concerns from regulated suppliers and consumers and general public.
c) Main Duties and Responsibilities:
i) To assist in carrying out periodic internal audits on financial and operational matters as per the Annual Internal Audit Plan.
ii) To follow up on the progress of implementation of recommendation and directions of the Board of Directors on regulatory matters.
iii) To coordinate evaluation of internal controls and risk management systems and procedures and recommend actions for improvement.
iv) To coordinate review of audit procedures and working papers.
v) To follow up replies in internal and external audit questions and verifies implementation of audit recommendations.
vi) To effectively supervise and guide members of staff reporting on the job.
vii) To undertake any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
d) Minimum Academic Qualifications and Experience
The ideal candidate for this position should have the following qualifications and experience;
i) Possession of University Degree/ Advanced Diploma majoring in Accounting or finance from a recognized institution of higher learning.
ii) Master’s degree majoring in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration.
iii) Certified Public Accountant, CPA (T) or ACCA and must be registered with the
National Board of Accountants and Auditors (NBAA) in the category of either
Associate Certified Public Accountants (ACPAs) or Associate Certified Public Accountant in Public Practice (ACPA-PPs) or Fellow Certified Public Accountants (FCPAs).
iv) Knowledge and Competence in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) application, and familiarity with one of the accounting software.
v) Good knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS).
vi) Possession of not less than six (6) years’ work experience in relevant fields.
3. LEGAL SERVICES DIVISION
3.1 Post Title: Principal Legal Officer – Legal Services (1 post)
a) Duty Station: EWURA Head Office
b) Reports to: Manager Legal Services
Principal Legal Officer will be responsible for providing legal services with regard to contracts management, drafting legal instruments, legal advice and handling consumers complaints.
c) Main Duties and Responsibilities:
i) To coordinate interpretation of all regulatory legislation and other legal documents.
ii) To assist in representing the Authority in matters of litigation.
iii) To coordinate implementation of laws, regulations, rules, contracts, agreements and other legal instruments, including providing legal advice on internal matters such as Human Resources, procurement and contracts for goods and services entered into by the Authority.
iv) To provide inputs to research on legislation and other legal aspects pertaining to regulated sectors and the role and functions of the Authority.
v) To coordinate provision of legal inputs and advice to and settle consumer complaints as well as from regulated suppliers.
vi) To participate in consumer complaints hearing sessions.
vii) To participate in drafting various legal instruments.
viii) To effectively supervise and guide members of staff reporting on the job.
ix) To undertake any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
d) Minimum Academic Qualifications and Experience The ideal candidate for this position should have the following qualifications and experience;
i) Possession of University Degree in Laws (LL.B) from a recognized university.
ii) Possession of Master Degree in Law or any additional post graduate qualifications in the field or others such as Business Administration.
iii) Must be an advocate of the High Court of Tanzania with a valid practicing licence.
iv) Knowledge and Competence in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) application.
v) Possession of at least six (6) years’ work experience in relevant fields.
vi) Knowledge and familiarity in Regulated Sectors will be an added advantage.
4. ZONAL OFFICE
4.1 Post Title: Senior Water Engineer – 1 Post
a) Duty Station: Southern Highlands Zonal Office
b) Reports to: Zonal Manager
Senior Water Engineer will be responsible for providing support in overseeing, coordinating and monitoring of the Water regulated sectors.
c) Main Duties and Responsibilities:
i) To coordinate the process of overseeing effective and efficient application of provisions of the Water Supply and Sanitation Act in order to ensure technical aspects of water sector are in conformity with provision of the Act and good industry practices.
ii) To coordinate, collate, analyze and store information for regulatory reporting purpose in periodic basis with technical and commercial aspects of water supply and sanitation services.
iii) To carry out technical analyses of conditions of water and sanitation infrastructures and their utilization efficiency.
iv) To initiate and conduct inspection of water supply and sanitation services.
v) To participate in reviewing and advising on tariffs and prices of water and sanitation services.
vi) To initiate review of water utilities’ business plans.
vii) To provide technical and commercial inputs towards resolving disputes between regulated service providers and consumers.
viii) To review technical and financial reports submitted by Water Utilities.
ix) To undertake any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
d) Minimum Academic Qualifications and Experience
The ideal candidate for this position should have the following qualifications and experience;
i) Possession of a Bachelor of Science Degree in engineering (Environmental, Civil and Water Resources or Municipal and Industrial Services) from a recognized University.
ii) Possession of Master’s degree qualifications in the relevant fields or others such as Business Administration or Finance will be an added advantage.
iii) Must be registered by the Engineers Registration Board as a Professional Engineer with a valid practising licence.
iv) Knowledge and Competence in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) application
v) Possession of at least five (5) years’ work experience in relevant fields.
5. CORPORATE AFFAIRS DIVISION
5.1 Post Title: Principal Records Management Officer – 1 Post (Re-advertised)
a) Duty Station: EWURA Head Office
b) Reports to: Information and Communication Technology Manager
Principal Records Management Officer will be responsible for monitoring records buy ensuring its proper maintenance and retrieval.
c) Main Duties and Responsibilities:
i) Assist in the formulation, implementation and review of records management policies and procedures;
ii) Planning and ensuring Electronic Document Management System (EDMS) is in place for all documents including vital and classified ones;
iii) Resolving problems with Electronic Documents Management Information Systems by effective use of software and other information management resources;
iv) Participating in preparation and submission of budget estimates for registry services;
v) Initiating and effecting disposal of files, documents and other records in accordance with set criteria and regulations in place;
vi) Liaising with Pre-viewing officer with regard to down-grading classified records;
vii) Ensuring proper storage and management of archives and classified records at all times during working hours;
viii) Planning and ensuring the operationalization of the Public Access Registry
ix) Planning, procurement and undertake classification and cataloguing of Library materials
x) Ensuring reliable library services is provided to internal staff
xi) To perform any other duties within his knowledge and experience as assigned by the supervisor.
d) Minimum Academic Qualifications and Experience The ideal candidate for this position should have the following qualifications and experience
i) Possession of Bachelor Degree in Records and Archives Management obtained from a recognize institution of higher learning
ii) Possession of Master degree or Post graduate qualifications in above mentioned field or related field.
iii) Registration with a recognized professional body will be an added advantage.
iv) Possession of Knowledge and Competence in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) application.
v) Possession of at least six (6) years’ work experience in the field.
5.2 Post Title: Secretary cum Receptionist – 1 Post
a) Duty Station: EWURA Head Office
b) Reports to: Principal Human Resources Officer
Secretary cum Receptionist will be responsible for the day to day performance of the secretarial and administrative support to the Authority.
c) Main Duties and Responsibilities:
i) To plan and organize office and diary of the supervisor.
ii) To provide secretarial, clerical and administrative support.
iii) To receive and direct visitors to appropriate offices.
iv) To receive, direct and relay telephone and fax messages.
v) To receive and open mails.
vi) To open and register mails.
vii) To maintain a general filing system for correspondences.
viii) To assist in planning and preparing conference telephone calls.
ix) To assist and direct visitors to the office.
x) To manage and coordinate telephone calls to and from the office.
xi) To type and prepare internal and external correspondences.
xii) To undertake any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
d) Minimum Academic Qualifications and Experience
The ideal candidate for this position should have the following qualifications and experience;
i) An ordinary level secondary school certificate with passes in Kiswahili and English languages.
ii) Diploma in secretarial studies from a recognized Institution.
iii) Computer skills, particularly in Microsoft office programmes.
iv) Possession of certificate in customer care or front office management will be an added advantage.
v) Possession of good communication skills in English language.
vi) No prior work experience is required but possession of work experience in related field will be an added advantage.
6. REGULATORY ECONOMICS DIVISION
6.1 Post Title: Economist – 1 Post
a) Duty Station: EWURA Head Office
b) Reports to: Senior Economist
Economist will be responsible for providing support in economic regulation function of the Authority.
c) Duties and Responsibilities:
i) To assist in monitoring of market competition trends in view of the Regulated Sectors.
ii) To assist in the process of coordinating and monitoring of market competition trends in view of the Regulated Sectors.
iii) To assist in developing and implementing economic models to cater for specific agenda.
iv) To assist in monitoring of market competitiveness in the regulated sectors.
v) To assist in monitoring of performance of the Regulated Sectors in terms availability of Regulated Services and level of efficiency in production and distribution of the required services.
vi) To participate in tariffs/prices setting and/ or review and enforce condition to operators in the Regulated Sectors in order to institute efficiency.
vii) To assist in benchmarking utilities’ performance over time with one another or peers to assess their productivity, indirect costs, return and growth, utility staffing, funding from development partners.
viii) Participate in provision of policy analysis.
ix) To undertake any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
d) Minimum Academic Qualifications and Experience
The ideal candidate for this position should have the following qualifications and experience;
i) Possession of Bachelor Degree in economics or related field from a recognized university.
ii) Knowledge and Competence in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) applications.
iii) No prior work experience is required but possession of relevant experience will be an added advantage.
7. ELECTRICITY DIVISION
7.1 Post Title: Manager – Electricity Generation and Markets
a) Duty Station: EWURA Head Office
b) Reports to: Director of Electricity
Manager- Electricity Generation and Markets will be responsible for ensuring the activities of power generation and electricity marketing function of the Authority is carried out according to the prescribed rules and regulation and ensure technical, economic and environmental aspects of electricity sub-sector.
c) Duties and Responsibilities:
i) To provide support in overseeing effective and efficient application of provisions of the Electricity Act in order to ensure technical, economic and environmental aspects of electricity sub-sector are in conformity with provision of the Act and good industry practices.
ii) To ensure optimal provision of economic, technical, safety and environmental inputs to regulating and controlling the generation and marketing of electricity and implementation of renewable energy projects.
iii) To oversee activities of power generation and electricity marketing, including Independent Power Producers (IPPs), Emergency Power Projects, Small Power Projects, Market Operators and cross-border trading.
iv) To oversee electricity trading arrangements between the utilities and suppliers (including IPPs) and cross border according to the best industry practices.
v) To ensure procedures for initiation of large power generation projects are adhered when for example the need to procure additional capacity arises.
vi) To ensure procedures for reviewing and approving of Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) are adhered to.
vii) To oversee compliance of the parties to the Power Purchase Agreements and advise the Director of Electricity on the status of operation.
viii) To monitor generation licensees’ performance and compliance with the Act.
ix) To ensure regular reporting of generation data by service providers.
x) To review and advise on application for generation licences and to carry out assessments, and other activities necessary for licence applications.
xi) To promote investment of power generation projects in Tanzania.
xii) To provide support in reviewing, issuing, renewing and revoking licenses for electricity in accordance with the Act and accepted standards.
xiii) To participate in dispute resolutions of various customers’ complaints.
xiv) To participate in pre licensing inspection of electrical facilities undertaken by the Directorate.
xv) To effectively supervise and guide staff member(s) reporting to the job position.
xvi) To undertake any other duties as assigned by the Director of Electricity or his/her superiors.
d) Minimum Academic Qualifications and Experience
The ideal candidate for this position should have the following qualifications and experience;
iv) Bachelor Degree of Engineering in Electrical, Mechanical or relevant fields from a recognised University.
v) Possession of Master Degree qualifications in Engineering, Business Administration or other managerial fields.
vi) Must be registered with Engineers Registration Board (ERB) as a Professional Engineer.
vii) Knowledge and Competence in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) application.
viii) Not less than seven (7) years’ work experience in relevant fields. Personal Attributes In addition to the above skills and qualifications, applicants for the above positions are required to have the following attributes:
a) A very high level of integrity, honesty and sense of responsibility;
b) Ability to work under pressure and produce expected results;
c) Ability to work in a dynamic team;
d) Ability to self-manage, achieve results and meet deadlines; and
e) Willingness to work beyond the call of duty. Tenure and Remuneration
a) A competitive salary will be offered to the right candidates for the posts.
b) EWURA is an equal opportunity employer.
c) Staff will be employed on 5 years renewable contracts.
Mode of Application
a) Signed application letter with Curriculum Vitae (CV) including e-mail address or day time contact telephone number, together with photocopies of certificates, transcripts one passport size photo and names and contacts of three referees should be addressed to reach the under mentioned by 31st May 2017.
b) Those with certificates from the overseas universities, the same MUST be verified by Tanzania Commission for University (TCU).
c) Only short listed candidate meeting the above criteria will be invited for interview. Lobbying and canvassing for employment will not be entertained and may work to the candidate’s disadvantage.
d) ONLY application letters delivered by hand or post office to the address below shall be accepted. Application letters through emails shall not be accepted.
The Director General
Energy and Water Utilities Regulatory Authority (EWURA)
7th Floor, LAPF Pensions Fund Towers,
Opposite Makumbusho, Kijitonyama
P O Box 72175