The Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (ZERA) is a statutory body mandated to ensure the provision of a level playing field for safe, reliable and sustainable energy supply through effective regulation. ZERA seeks the services of a highly competent, professional and results oriented individual who can take the organisation to a higher level in the following role:
ECONOMIC REGULATION DIRECTOR: GRADE E3
Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the Key Job Functions of this position are as follows:
• Manage licensing processes
for energy sector operators, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Develop and review tariff methodologies and pricing models for electricity, petroleum and renewable energy.
• Oversee the review of electricity tariffs, petroleum pricing, and power purchase
arcements.
• Conduct research on economic, financial and regulatory trends in the energy sector
• Provide sector economic analysis.
• Monitor and coordinate energy industry performance standards and compliance enforcement.
• Represent ZERA at high-level meetings with government ministries, external stakeholders, and international forums.
Key Job Requirements:
The successful candidate for this position should meet the following criteria:
• A degree in Economics, Accounting, Business Administration or Engineering.
• A Master's degree,
CIMA (Chartered
Management Accountant) or relevant
postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage.
• At least 10 years of experience in the Energy or Regulatory sector, with 5+ years in leadership roles within large organisations.
• Expertise in economic regulation frameworks, energy pricing, and licensing.
• Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills.
Application Procedure
Prospective candidates for this position should email their CVs to vacancies@zera.co.zw by no later than 25 March 2025 All applications should be via e-mail.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.
Female candidates are encouraged to apply.