Abia State Civil Service Commission Recruitment 2026

Job Description

• Answerable to the ED (Technical).
• Review periodically technical regulation codes & standards (distribution, safety, metering codes etc.).
• Conduct due diligence for all Licence applications (distribution, generation, metering service providers etc.) and make technical recommendations before licence issuance.
• Ensure all Licensees comply with state and national HSE standards.
• Conduct technical audits of licensees; assess network conditions.
• Conduct metering audits, validation of data submitted by licensees, and issue audit findings and corrective directives.
• Conduct load analysis, cost of service technical inputs, and verification of investment claims by licensees.
• Validate capital expenditure (CAPEX) and operating expenditure (OPEX) claims submitted by licensees for tariff review purposes.
• Lead plans for distribution infrastructure improvement; make proposals for technical loss reduction and power quality improvement.
• Perform any other assignment as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements

• First Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or its equivalent (Power Option).
• Possession of Degree of Master (Power Option) an advantage.
• Registration with Nigerian Society of Engrs & COREN an advantage.
• Computer literacy (MS Word & Excel) is compulsory.
• 10 years practical industrial experience in a Generation Company, Transmission Company, or Distribution Company. Metering knowledge essential.
• Ability to work with less supervision
• Strong, smart, intelligent, energetic, creative and innovative

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Job Description

• Install and configure computer hardware, operating systems and applications.
• Investigate, diagnose and solve computer application and hardware related problems.
• Monitor and maintain computer systems and networks; engage with staff/clients through a series of actions, either face to face or over the telephone.
• Ensure that employees are aware of and adhere to basic cybersecurity rules while using IT tools.
• Email configuration support on mobile and PC.
• Daily backup of relevant application databases ensuring there is adequate disaster recovery and business continuity in case of server failure/unavailability.
• Provide onboarding support to new employees and employees off-boarding support to exiting employees.
• Document, track, and resolution of all support incidents in a timely and efficient manner.
• Test, evaluate and support the roll-out of new applications and technologies.
• Provide maintenance support for the website and other Portals.
• Design and create web interfaces & experiences that align with the business objectives of the Authority with optimal user experience.
• Re-Design and refresh the Authority's website and other portals from time to time.
• Build databases and applications to support the Authority's core objectives.
• Sketch prototypes, wire-frame development, partake in ideation sessions and work on visual assets.
• Provide daily support for existing and future business applications.
• Set up full-service internet portal and publication, etc.

Requirements

• First degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering
• 5 years of relevant experience
• Technical Expertise - Programming & Development
• Proficiency in languages like Python, Java, or C++.
• Networking Knowledge: infrastructure, protocols, and cloud systems.
• Cybersecurity Awareness: Encryption, firewalls, and data protection.
• Systems Management: Skilled in operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS) and databases.
• Problem-Solving & Analytical Skills - diagnose and troubleshoot complex technical issues.
• Critical thinking to design innovative solutions under pressure.
• Strong focus on efficiency and optimization of systems.
• Adaptability & Continuous Learning
• Knowledge of AI technologies
• Communication & Collaboration
• Ethical & Professional Responsibility

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Job Description

Human Resources Functions:

• Support the development, implementation, and periodic review of HR policies, procedures, and operational manuals.
• Coordinate recruitment processes including drafting job descriptions, vacancy notices, shortlisting, interview coordination, and onboarding documentation.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records, personnel files, and HR documentation systems.
• Administer payroll processes including verification of salary schedules, allowances, statutory deductions, and employee benefits.
• Monitor staff benefits administration including pensions, health insurance, leave entitlements, and related welfare schemes.
• Coordinate performance management processes, including development of appraisal templates, KPI tracking frameworks, and performance reporting dashboards.
• Support workforce planning, succession planning, and staff capacity development initiatives.
• Prepare periodic HR analytics and workforce reports for Executive Management and the Board.
• Ensure compliance with applicable labour legislation and institutional employment policies.

Administrative & Corporate Services Functions:

• Oversee general administrative operations including facility management, office logistics, records management, and asset control.
• Maintain structured documentation systems to ensure proper filing, retrieval, and archiving of institutional records.
• Coordinate procurement processes in line with approved procurement policies, including vendor documentation, bid evaluations, purchase orders, and contract tracking.
• Monitor utilisation of office supplies, assets, and service contracts to ensure cost-efficiency and accountability.
• Support preparation of annual administrative budgets and monitor expenditure against approved allocations.
• Assist in drafting internal administrative circulars, service-level agreements, and corporate service guidelines.

Reporting & Governance Support:

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual HR and administrative performance reports.
• Support internal audit processes relating to HR, payroll, procurement, and ICT functions.
• Assist in developing institutional dashboards for monitoring organisational performance indicators.
• Provide structured documentation and administrative support for Board and Management meetings.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by Management.

Requirements

• Minimum of a First Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Management, or related Social Sciences discipline.
• Professional HR certification (CIPM, SHRM, CIPD or equivalent) will be an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian labour laws, public sector administrative procedures, and procurement frameworks.
• Demonstrable experience in payroll administration, benefits management, performance management systems, and documentation control.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR/payroll software systems.
• Excellent documentation, organisational, and analytical skills.
• 3-5 years' relevant experience in human resources, administration, corporate services, or institutional management functions. Experience within a regulated industry, public sector institution, or structured corporate environment will be an advantage.
• Pioneering and self-motivated, ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong documentation and record-keeping skills.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
• Structured and system-oriented approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to work independently while supporting executive functions.

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Job Description

• Coordinating the activities of the Customer Service Standards, Customer Enlightenment and Education and Customer Complaints Units.
• Monitor and ensure implementation of all relevant consumer protection laws.
• Coordinate data collection, analysis, assessment, and monitoring of customer-related operations.
• Coordinate the institution and review of relevant Regulations on customer service standards and protection in accordance with the Business Rules and the Electricity Act 2023.
• Provide strategic guidance on areas of improvement in existing Regulations on customer protection.
• Coordinate activities related to effective metering of customers in line with relevant Regulations and Orders of the Authority.
• Coordinate activities related to the enumeration of Customers in line with the Customer Enumeration Guidelines.
• Coordinate data gathering, analysis, evaluation and reporting to enhance customer service standards.
• Consumer enlightenment and education, assist in the development of campaign content; liaise with other departments to prepare consumer awareness information; assist in the development and execution of consumer awareness campaigns.
• Develop initial drafts for fliers that will be eventually produced for the Authority, follow up/proofread campaign productions prior to launch.
• Customer Complaints Handling, oversee resolution of complaints and disputes between communities, individuals, institutions and operators and licencees.
• Collation and evaluation of all complaint appeals.
• Preparing reports on complaints received.
• Interface with appropriate officers of service providers in Abia State.
• Liaison and follow up with appellants and service providers to ensure effective case resolutions.
• Communicating monthly reports of complaints appeals to the Authority.
• Customer service standards, maintain security and standards as set by the Authority.
• Carry out data analysis and reporting on Metering data (MD & Non-MD).
• Liaise with other Units and Departments on issues of Customer Service Standards.
• Provide support for update of Standard Regulations on Customer Services.
• Evaluate and monitor Service Standards at the CCUs of distribution licensees in Abia State.
• Assist in the preparation of quarterly reports on the daily activities of the Unit.
• Assist in performance monitoring, preparing KPI reports on complaints handling

Requirements

• Minimum of a first degree in Law, Social Sciences or Humanities.
• Postgraduate degree or professional qualifications will be an advantage.
• 7 years relevant work experience
• Patience and empathy
• Problem solving skills
• Good communication and negotiation skills
• Attention to detail
• Objectivity and adaptability
• Demonstrable familiarity with consumer protection laws and regulations

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Job Description

• ​Answerable to the ED (Technical).
• Ensure participation in power development plans, including renewable energy, mini grids, and embedded generation expansion.
• Ensure participation in planning for distribution infrastructure improvement, including proposals for technical loss reduction and power quality improvement.
• Support tariff division with loss studies, load analysis, cost of service technical inputs, and verification of investment claims by licensees.
• Validate capital expenditure (CAPEX) and operating expenditure (OPEX) claims submitted by licensees.
• Facilitate technical pilot projects that improve service quality.
• Establish robust system for technical data collection, validation, analysis, and archiving.
• Ensure data accuracy from licencees including energy flow data, load profiling, billing data and metering statistics.

Requirements

• First Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (Power bias), or its equivalent.
• Possession of a Higher Degree in Electrical Engineering (power option) an added advantage.
• Registration with NSE & COREN an advantage.
• Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel & AutoCAD) essential.
• 7 years working experience in an electricity Distribution Coy or transmission coy or generation coy essential.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Agile, intelligent, creative and innovative
• Ability to sketch and convert ideas into models
• Ability to interpret models & sketches.

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Job Description

• Provide analytical and legal support to the Director, Legal & Regulatory including regulatory and compliance function, development, review, and refinement of Regulations, Orders, Rules, Guidelines, Consultation Papers, and Compliance Directives.
• Conduct detailed legal and regulatory research to support policy formulation, regulatory reform initiatives, and enforcement strategies.
• Prepare draft legal opinions, regulatory briefs, issue notes, memoranda, and advisory reports for review by the Director.
• Assist in the legal vetting and evaluation of licence applications, regulatory submissions, compliance reports, and enforcement documentation.
• Analyse compliance data and market conduct information to support monitoring of licensees and market participants.
• Support preparation of documentation for administrative hearings, compliance reviews, investigations, and enforcement proceedings.
• Review contracts, memoranda of understanding, and other legal instruments involving the Authority and provide structured legal analysis.
• Track legislative developments, judicial decisions, and regulatory trends relevant to electricity sector governance.
• Assist in the preparation of Board papers, Executive Management reports, and regulatory performance summaries.
• Support stakeholder consultation processes, including collation of comments and drafting of consultation outcome reports.
• Maintain and update structured databases of regulatory instruments, enforcement decisions, licence conditions, and legal precedents.
• Contribute to the preparation of quarterly and annual legal and regulatory performance reports.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Director, Legal & Regulatory.

Requirements

• Minimum of a First Degree in Law (LL.B). Called to the Nigerian Bar and enrolled as a Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria.
• 5–7 years post-call experience with demonstrable exposure to legal advisory, regulatory compliance, corporate governance, or public sector legal functions.
• Postgraduate degree (LL.M) in Energy Law, Regulatory Law, Corporate Governance, Public Law, or related field will be an advantage.
• Demonstrable familiarity with electricity laws, subsidiary legislation, administrative law principles, and regulatory governance frameworks.
• Strong legal drafting, analytical, research, and policy evaluation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.
• Demonstrable pioneering and solutions-oriented mindset.
• High ethical standards and professional integrity.
• Precision in drafting and attention to detail.
• Ability to synthesise complex legal and regulatory material.
• Capacity to work with minimal supervision while demonstrating initiative.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Adaptability within a reform-oriented regulatory institution.
• Commitment to institutional development and regulatory excellence.

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Job Description

• Answerable to ED (Technical).
• Investigate all electrical accidents, publish safety advisories and enforce mandatory reporting obligations on licensees.
• Ensure all licenses comply with the state and national HSE codes.
• Ensure compliance and usage of safety gadgets and tools (boots, belts, gloves, helmets, insulated pliers etc.) by licensee staff on duty.
• Conduct route & ad hoc technical audit of all licensees including network condition assessment and safety inspections; issue audit findings and corrective action directives.
• Develop compliance HSE monitoring instruments and reporting templates for licensees.
• Collaborate with legal and enforcement departments to ensure procedural correctness.
• Issue compliance notices, directives, penalties and enforce correction timelines.
• Perform any other assignment as may be assigned.

Requirements

• First Degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Possession of a Higher Degree an advantage.
• Registration with NSE & COREN an advantage.
• Computer literacy (MS Word & Excel) compulsory.
• Membership of the Institute of Safety Practitioners of Nigeria is essential.
• 3 to 5 years working experience with an Electricity Generation, Transmission or Distribution Company.
• Ability to work with less supervision.
• Strong, smart, energetic, creative & innovative

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• Report to the Chairman/CEO.
• Arrange and manage media activities of the Authority and facilitate adequate media reportage.
• Initiate, advise and execute media campaigns for the Authority.
• Maintain and update the register/contact addresses of media correspondents, editors and editorial board members.
• Draft press releases and statements and ensure wide circulation on social media, online and offline platforms.
• Scan and monitor the media space for news about the sector and the Authority and advise on possible reaction.
• Anchor the Authority's publications.
• Prepare factsheets and media kits in collaboration with relevant Units/Divisions.
• Arrange and manage social media activities of the Authority and ensure positive image across social media platforms.
• Initiate, advise and execute social media campaigns for the Authority.
• Liaise and facilitate a good relationship between the Authority and social media, online and offline media platforms.
• Perform such other functions as may be assigned by the Authority.

Requirements

• A degree in Social Sciences/Humanities, Media/Communication Studies.
• Good interpersonal, written, verbal communication skills.
• Candidates must possess social media skills, team players and ability to deliver under pressure.
• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in a related field.
• Understanding of Media Channels: traditional and digital platforms
• Analytics: interpret media metrics, track performance, and
• Industry Awareness: updated on trends, competitors, and emerging technologies
• Communication: Clear, persuasive writing and speaking
• Creativity: innovative content and campaigns
• Leadership: Managing teams, freelancers, and external agencies
• Decision-Making: Quick, informed choices under pressure
• Problem-Solving: Addressing crises, negative publicity, or campaign challenges
• Adaptability in fast-changing media environments
• Knowledge of copyright, advertising standards, and data privacy laws

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Job Description

• Data Collection & Analysis: Gather financial data from balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.
• Forecasting & Modelling: Build financial models to predict future performance and market trends.
• Budgeting & Planning: Assist in preparing budgets and long-term financial plans.
• Performance Evaluation: Assess company performance against industry benchmarks.
• Reporting: Prepare detailed reports and presentations for management and stakeholders.
• Risk Assessment: Identify potential financial risks and propose mitigation strategies.

Requirements

• PFirst degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics.
• Professional Certification (ICAN, ACA, ACCA is an advantage)
• 5 years of relevant experience

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Job Description

• Coordinate, monitor, and analyse periodic market reports (daily, weekly, monthly) submitted by DisCos and GenCos.
• Coordinate, monitor and analyse policies impacting the Abia State Electricity Market (ASEM).
• Lead in the monitoring and regulating of the electricity market to facilitate development and review of market structure and design.
• Review Licensees' compliance with commercial terms of their License Terms and Obligations.
• Undertake studies to assess the effectiveness and appropriateness of regulatory and non-regulatory instruments.
• Monitor and analyse policies impacting ASEM.
• Prepare draft papers on commercial and economic issues for presentation to the Commission and Government.
• Collate and analyse data across ASEM and ensure follow-up with all reporting obligations.
• Review of industry development and trends regarding investment initiatives and market conditions.

Requirements

• Possession of at least a bachelor's degree in economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Accountancy, Banking & Finance or any other numerate discipline
• 10 years relevant post-graduation experience in legal practice, regulatory institutions, energy sector organisations, government agencies, or structured corporate compliance roles.

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Job Description

• Coordinate, monitor, and analyse periodic market reports (daily, weekly, monthly) submitted by DisCos and GenCos.
• Coordinate, monitor and analyse policies impacting the Abia State Electricity Market (ASEM).
• Lead in the monitoring and regulating of the electricity market to facilitate development and review of market structure and design.
• Review Licensees' compliance with commercial terms of their License Terms and Obligations.
• Undertake studies to assess the effectiveness and appropriateness of regulatory and non-regulatory instruments.
• Monitor and analyse policies impacting ASEM.
• Prepare draft papers on commercial and economic issues for presentation to the Commission and Government.
• Collate and analyse data across ASEM and ensure follow-up with all reporting obligations.
• Review of industry development and trends regarding investment initiatives and market conditions.

Requirements

• Possession of at least a bachelor's degree in economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Accountancy, Banking & Finance or any other numerate discipline
• 10 years relevant post-graduation experience in legal practice, regulatory institutions, energy sector organisations, government agencies, or structured corporate compliance roles.

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Job Description

• Board and Authority Governance Support: Serve as Secretary to the Board; oversee preparation and circulation of Board papers; ensure meetings are properly convened and documented; ensure accurate recording and safe custody of minutes and decisions; monitor implementation of Board resolutions.
• Schedule and Secretariat Management: Manage the Authority's calendar including Board sittings, meetings, public hearings; liaise with Directorates to avoid scheduling conflicts; ensure meeting readiness and documentation integrity.
• Records and Information Management: Ensure creation, management, and secure custody of official records, correspondence, licences, regulatory instruments; maintain robust records management and archiving system; serve as custodian of the Authority's official seal.
• Regulatory and Stakeholder Communication: Oversee official correspondence between the Authority and licensees, government institutions, development partners, and other stakeholders; ensure timely and professional communication.
• Statutory Compliance and FOI Obligations: Ensure compliance with statutory obligations under the Abia State Electricity Law; coordinate compliance with the Freedom of Information Act; maintain a register of FOI applications; coordinate submission of annual reports.
• Support for Quasi-Judicial and Regulatory Functions: Provide secretariat support for hearings, investigations, enforcement proceedings, and dispute resolution; ensure proper documentation of regulatory determinations.
• Team Leadership and Coordination: Provide leadership for Secretariat staff; promote efficiency, accountability, confidentiality, and ethical conduct.

Requirements

• LL.B and Called to the Nigerian Bar. ACIS and/or LL.M will be an advantage
• Minimum of 10 years post-call experience