Lead, Utilities Economics at Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) Plc

Minimum Qualification BACHELOR DEGREE + MASTERS  

Required Experience 10 - 15 years  

Available Slots 1 Slot

Application Deadline 2015-07-31        

Job Description To ensure full compliance of IBEDC with all industry regulations governing permits, rates and pricing Department: Regulatory Affairs and Government Relations. The role holder reports to the Head of Regulatory Affairs and Government Relations and supervises Energy Rates, Pricing, and System Reliability teams      

Responsibilities

• Assists in developing policies, strategies and plans for the department to ensure full regulatory compliance
• Oversees and monitors the process for energy pricing and tariff rate and systems reliability
• Participates in regulatory agency meetings and public meetings/hearings that pertains to permits, rates and pricing
• Prepares internal report for IBEDC management (highlight findings, implications and key recommendations)
• Monitors and ensures compliance with all applicable utility commission rules, regulations and orders as it pertains to rates, pricing and system reliability
• Develops and implements long-term rate strategy and plans, including rate design, adjustment mechanisms and tariff provisions to prevent earnings erosion
• Liaises constantly with relevant departments (Legal, Finance and Accounts, etc.) and BUs across IBEDC on regulatory related matters as it pertains to rates and pricing   

Qualifications and Requirements

Educational Qualification:

    A first degree in Social Sciences, Engineering or any relevant field

Desired Experience:

    At least 10 years’ experience in a regulatory function with at least 5 years’ in a supervisory position within the Utilities industry or a closely related industry with at least 5 years in a supervisory role