Zonal Electricity Inspector – Energy and Water Utilities Regulatory Authority

The Energy and Water Utilities Regulatory Authority (EWURA) is an independent, world

class regulatory authority responsible for licensing, tariff setting and quality of service

regulation of the electricity, water, and petroleum and natural gas sectors. EWURA has

the following vacancies for which suitably qualified Tanzanian citizens are invited to

apply.

 Post Title: Zonal Electricity Inspector – 2 Posts

Duty Station: EWURA Zonal Offices

Reports to: Zonal Manager

Zonal Electricity Inspector will be responsible for monitoring all Electricity sector

performance at the respective zone.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

i) To participate in coordination of the process of overseeing effective and

efficient application of provisions of the Electricity Act in order to ensure

environmental and safety aspects of electricity sector are in conformity with

provision of the Act and good industry practices;

ii) To inspect electrical installations in buildings and any other electricity

supply infrastructure to ensure compliance with applicable industry

standards;

iii) To review performance and ethics of contractors and wiremen to identify

malpractices in electrical installation activities;

iv) To inspect various premises under construction and submit inspection

report for further recommendations to responsible authorities for action;

v) To participate in dispute resolutions of various customers’ complaints;

vi) To inspect premises damaged by electrical accidents;

vii) To respond to any reported electrical emergency event;

viii) To conduct pre and post installation inspections of standby and own uses

generators;

ix) To participate in pre licensing inspection of electrical facilities undertaken

by the Directorate;

x) To assist in coordinating and preparation of the Annual Directorate report

and Annual Sector report;

xi) To effectively supervise and guide staff member(s) reporting to the job

position;

xii) To undertake any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Academic Qualifications and Experience

The ideal candidate for this position should have the following qualifications and

experience:

i) Possession of University Degree in Electrical Engineering;

ii) Knowledge and Competence in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) application.

iii) Experience in using at least one power system analysis package or power

system planning tool will be an added advantage;

iv) Possession of not less than four (4) years working experience in Electricity

Industry.

Personal Attributes

In addition to the above skills and qualifications, applicants for the above positions

are required to have the following attributes:

a) A very high level of integrity, honesty and sense of responsibility;

b) Ability to work under pressure and produce expected results;

c) Ability to work in a dynamic team;

d) Ability to self-manage, achieve results and meet deadlines; and

e) Willingness to work beyond the call of duty.

Tenure and Remuneration

a) A competitive salary will be offered to the right candidates for the posts.

b) EWURA is an equal opportunity employer.

c) Staff will be employed on 5 years renewable contracts.

Mode of Application

Application letter with Curriculum Vitae (CV) including e-mail address or day time

contact telephone number, together with photocopies of certificates, one passport size

photo and names and contacts of three referees should be addressed to reach the

under-mentioned by 15th November 2016.

Only short listed candidate meeting the above criteria will be invited for interview.

Lobbying and canvassing for employment will not be entertained and may work to the

candidate’s disadvantage.

Application letter should be addressed to:

The Director General

Energy and Water Utilities Regulatory Authority (EWURA)

7th Floor, LAPF Pensions Fund Towers,

Opposite Makumbusho, Kijitonyama

P O Box 72175

DAR ES SALAAM

Jobs@ewura.go.tz

Source: Ewura Official Website