The ECOWAS Regional Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERERA) is a specialized Institutions of ECOWAS with diplomatic status. Established in 2008, ERERA is primarily for the purpose of formulating rules for the regional electricity market and supervising its functioning within the framework of the West African Power Poll (WAPP). Following the constitution of a pool of Experts to be responsible for the effective launching of its activities, ERERA desires to proceed with the recruitment of qualified and able persons having the capacity to work in teams on complex assignments, conduct studies and prepare technical reports.
Job Description
• Responsible to the Chairman ERERA for the co-ordination of the activities of the Administration and Finance Unit.
• Assist in the formulation, implementation and review of administrative policies and decisions.
• Prepare periodic status reports ort the activities of the Administration and Finance Unit.
• Collate the inputs from the different divisions of ERERA and formulate a yearly budget.
• Manage and supervise subordinate staff.
• Liaise and collaborate with Development partners to implement ERERA programmes.
• Draft technical documents and outgoing correspondence
• Ensure the timely preparation and payment of approved commitments and obligations of ERERA. .
• Prepare draft speeches for the Chairman and other Regulatory Council members.
• Liaise and be responsible for processing issues relating to Health insurance, Assets of ERERA, procurement and provision of services to ERERA
• Make proposals on adequacy of manpower, oversee and control overtime and handle ail other standard personnel matters.
• Supervise monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports ,
• Supervise and review posting of transactions into the accounting system
• Propose solutions to banks reconciliation problems as they arise from time-to-time.
• Any other duty as may be assigned by the Chairman of EEERA,
Qualifications
• A minimum of a degree in any of the Social Sciences, Law, Finance or Business Administration.
• Seven (7) years professional experience including two (2) years in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
• Possession of a higher degree would reduce the required professional experience to five (5) years with two (2) in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
• Excellent communications skills,
• Ability to set priorities, and work within a work schedule.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure, Juggle tasks and meet deadlines.
• Effective self-control and stress management methods.
• Must be computer literate.
• The applicant should not be 50 years old or more at the time of recruitment.
Must be fluent in one of theofficial languages of ECOWAS Commission, English, French, and Portuguese, A working knowledge of another would be an advantage.
[scholarship opportunities]
Method of Application
An interested and qualified candidate should submit:
• Cover letter (including his/her motivation for the vacancy);
• Curriculum vitae (candidates must provide at least two references);
• Copy of their credentials,
quoting APPLICATION TO…. (indicate the post) » at the top hand corner of their application to
THE CHAIRMAN,
ECOWAS REGIONAL ELECTRICITY REGULATORY AUTHORITY (ERERA)
TAKYI PLAZA -FIRST FLOOR,
PLOT 40 SPINTEX ROAD
PMB 76 MINISTRIES POST OFFICE,
ACCRA –GHANA
TEL: (+233) 021 817 049
FAX: (+233) 021 817 050
By email to: [email protected]
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The deadline for the receipt of applications is April 30, 2010 at 12.00 GMT,
Women are encouraged to apply.
Administrative and Finance Officer
Reference ECOWAS-AFO
Employer ECOWAS Regional Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERERA)
Sector Accounting and Auditing
Salary Negotiable
Benefits Attractive Benefits Package
Locations Ghana – Greater Accra
Contract Type Full Time