Coordinator, Task Force Officer at Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) Plc

Job Description

The role is focused on coordinating activities to optimize cash collection, revenue protection, and operational efficiency through strategic initiatives, performance monitoring, and stakeholder engagement while driving innovation, managing projects, and supporting staff development to enhance organizational performance and ensure financial stability.

Job Requirements

1. A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent.
2. Prior experience in energy audit and infraction discovery, preferably within the power or energy sector.
3. Familiarity with Nigerian electricity regulations and key sector reforms.
4. At least 6 years post-qualification experience in the Power sector.

Technical competencies

1. Analytical Thinking with good numerical skills 
2. Essential Computer (MS Office Applications) 
3. Good knowledge of technical standards/regulations and statutory requirements guiding electricity distribution systems.
4. Prioritize Assignments and ability to work independently 
5. Strong project management skills 
6. Excellent stakeholder management skills  
7. Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word.

Behavioral competencies

1. Strong problem-solving skills.
2. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
3. Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.  
4. Excellent interpersonal skills. 
5. Able to manage sensitive and confidential information. 
6. Excellent Negotiation skills.
7. People-person and a team player. 
8. Attention to details

Job Responsibility

1. Strategic Initiatives: Develop and implement strategies to optimize cash collection, revenue protection, and network maintenance in line with market trends and organizational goals.
2. Performance Monitoring: Assess regional and business hub performance, focusing on energy intake, billing, and losses to drive operational efficiency.
3. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with key stakeholders to address concerns and enhance operational synergy.
4. Innovation & Research: Lead projects on cash collection, energy recovery, and debt management, utilizing research insights for sustainable solutions.
5. Project Management: Work with senior management to execute projects that reduce technical and commercial losses.
6. Training & Development: Partner with HR to provide training for CROs, linesmen, RPU, and MD managers, ensuring role competency.
7. Complaint Resolution: Resolve customer complaints related to billing and operations promptly to improve satisfaction.
8. Revenue Assurance: Implement measures to identify and mitigate revenue leakages, ensuring financial stability.
9. Task Force Coordination: Oversee task forces focused on improving cash collections, conducting patrols, and preventing revenue loss.
10. Performance Evaluation: Analyse trends within business districts to evaluate strategies and drive continuous improvement.