The ECOWAS Regional Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERERA) is a specialized Institution 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 Pool (WAPP).
Following the constitution of a pool of Experts to be responsible for efficient regulation 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.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced citizens of the Economic Community of West African states (ECOWAS) member states to fill the vacancy position below at the Headquarters of the ECOWAS Regional Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERERA) in Accra, Ghana.
Administrative Officer (Administration and Finance Unit) – Ref: ERA/5
GRADE: P2 (UA 17,971.62 22,359.48)
Duties
- Responsible to the Administration and Finance Officer for the coordination of the activities of the Administration Division:
- Prepare periodic status reports on the programmes and activities of the activities of the Division
- Responsible for processing issues relating to Insurance Policies
- Responsible for supervision of the Registry;
- Assist with the preparation of reports and briefs for the Administration and Finance officer and other superior officers
- Supervise subordinate staff and assess adequacy of manpower monitor overtime and duty allowances and handle standard personnel matters in the area of activity
- Perform other tasks which may from time to time be assigned by the Administrative and finance officer.
Qualifications/Experiences/ Skills
- A minimum of a degree in any of the social Sciences, Law, Arts or Business Administration
- Three (3) years professional experience.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new responsibilities.
- Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationship with colleagues
- 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.
Age
The applicant should not be fifty years old or more at the time of recruitment
Language Requirement
Must be fluent in one of the official languages of ECOWAS Commission, English, French, and Portuguese. A working knowledge of another would be an advantage,
Submission
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) 021817049 FAX: (+233) 021817050 or By email to erera.arrec@gmail.com
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
The deadline for the receipt of applications is on or before 30th April 2010
Women are encouraged to apply
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