The Energy and Water Utilities Regulatory Authority (EWURA) is an independent, world class regulatory authority responsible for licensing, tariff regulation and quality of service regulation of the electricity, water, petroleum and natural gas sectors. EWURA has the following vacancies for which suitably qualified Tanzanian citizens are invited to apply
Post Title: Transport Officer – 1 Post
Duty Station: EWURA Head Office – Dar es Salaam
Reports to: Finance and Administration Manager
Transport Officer will be responsible for ensuring prudent utilization of the Authority motor vehicles.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
i) To oversee the operation of all vehicles being used in compliance with the requirement of EWURA;.
ii) Ensure all drivers/operators are competent to drive Authority vehicles and have a valid driving licenses;
iii) Ensure enter departmental activities are coordinated to achieve the most efficient use of vehicles;
iv) To supervise drivers and ensure uninterrupted provision of transport services;
v) To coordinate and supervise all issues relating to fleet management;
vi) Ensure correct maintenance of the vehicle register by making regular vehicle inspections and recommending the appropriate maintenance options;
vii) Ensure that all log sheets are accurately maintained for all vehicles;
viii) Monitor expenditure on fuel, repair and maintenance to make sure they are in line with the approved budgets;
ix) Maintain and coordinates maintenance for all Authority vehicles;
x) To coordinate official movement of staff to optimise vehicle usage and support the Authority activities;
xi) To prepare budget of the transport section at each year;and
xii) To undertake any other duties as may be assigned by supervisors.
Academic Qualifications and Experience
The ideal candidate for this position should have the following qualifications and experience:
i) Possession of Bachelor of Business administration in Logistics and Transport Management, or related Field;
ii) Possession of knowledge Mechanics will be an advantage;
iii) Possession of Knowledge and Competence in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) application;
iv) No prior work experience is required but possession of work experience in related field will be an added advantage.
Post Title: Principal Legal Officer (Enforcement) – 1 Post
Duty Station: EWURA Head Office – Dar es Salaam
Reports to: Manager – Licensing and Enforcement
Principal Legal Officer - Enforcement will be responsible for ensuring the enforcement of the Authority’s regulatory decisions and providing legal advice .
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
i) To coordinate interpretation of all regulatory legislation and other legal documents;
ii) To assist in representing the Authority in matters of litigation;
iii) To coordinate drafting and updating concessions, lease and license agreements in the regulated sectors;
iv) To coordinate the review and appeals procedure and enforce legal actions;
v) To assist in representing the Authority in matters of litigation;
vi) To coordinate implementation of laws, regulations, rules, contract, agreements and other legal instruments;
vii) To assist in conducting research on legislation and other legal aspects pertaining to regulated sectors and the role and functions of the Authority;
viii) To participate in drafting various legal instruments;
ix) To effectively supervise and guide members of staff reporting on the job; and
x) 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 laws (LL.B) from a recognized university;
ii) Possession of Master degree in law or any additional post graduate qualifications in the field or others such as Business Administration;
iii) Admission to the Bar is a must;
iv) Knowledge and Competence in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) application;
v) Knowledge and familiarity in Regulated Sectors will be an added advantage;
vi) Possession of Knowledge and Competence in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) application;
vii) Possession of at least six (6) years work experience in relevant fields.
Post Title: Principal Legal Officer (Board Matters) – 1 post
Duty Station: EWURA Head Office – Dar es Salaam
Reports to: Manager – Legal Services
Principal Legal Officer – Board Matters will be responsible for ensuring that Board Meetings are efficiently and effectively conducted as well as to provide legal services to the Authority.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
i) To arrange and ensure proper conduct of any business of the Board;
ii) To record all proceedings of the Board;
iii) To represent the Authority in all administrative litigations before the Fair Competition Tribunal, the High Court and Court of Appeal;
iv) To consistently review the Authority statute, regulations and rules under EWURA ACT and make appropriate recommendations for any required revisions;
v) To advise the Authority on the proper interpretation and application of laws and all agreements that have bearing on regulated services;
vi) To draft legal instruments, contracts, conveyance deeds;
vii) To arrange all meetings of the Board in consultation with the Manager of Legal Services;
viii) To maintain a register of any conflict of interest pursuant to EWURA Code of Conduct and carry out other functions relating to the Code of Conduct as specified therein;
ix) To assist the Directors in ensuring implementation of all decisions and directives of the Board and preparing periodic reports on the same; and
x) 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 Laws (LL.B) from a recognized university;
ii) Possession of Master degree in Law or any additional post graduate qualifications in the field or others such as Business Administration;
iii) Admission to the Bar is a must;
iv) Possession of Knowledge and Competence in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) application;
v) Possession of at least six (6) years work experience in relevant fields;
vi) Knowledge and familiarity in Regulated Sectors will be an added advantage.
Post Title: Assistant Accountant cum Administrator – 1 Post
Duty Station: EWURA Lake Zone Office – Mwanza
Reports to: Zonal Manager
Assistant Accountant cum Administrator will be responsible for ensuring that Zonal Office financial resources and assets are properly maintained and other logistical functions are well managed.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
i) To ensure that offices are properly maintained and provided with essential services and supplies including cleanness.
ii) To monitor and ensure that all fixed assets and other properties are properly maintained and insured.
iii) To make follow up and ensure that travel arrangements are made, booked and confirmed on time.
iv) To make sure that all official dispatches are done correctly and promptly.
v) To facilitate and prepare for official meetings
vi) To ensure uninterrupted provision of transport services.
vii) To receive/Deposits in cash and cheques and ensure safe custody of the same.
viii) To prepare and issue cheques, petty cash and other payments and issue receipts for payments made.
ix) To maintain bank deposits slips, receipt book for all transactions and cheque books for all the Authority Bank Accounts.
x) To make a monthly bank reconciliation of zonal bank account.
xi) To post receipts transactions into the accounting system.
xii) To prepare and record all payment vouchers and maintain payment voucher file.
xiii) To record all receipts, journal vouchers, debit notes, and petty cash summary and maintains respective file containing those documents.
xiv) Posting of authorized transactions in the system and ensuring that system records portrays true and updated financial transaction of the zonal office on a daily basis.
xv) To maintain and reconcile all accounts receivable and payable including amounts due from staff.
xvi) To maintain Fixed Assets Register of the zonal office.
xvii) 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 Bachelor degree or advanced diploma in accounting of finance from a recognized higher learning institution;
ii) Possession of Good knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and Public Sector reporting principles will be an added advantage;
iii) Possession of Knowledge and Competence in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) application; and
iv) Relevant working experience in reputable organization of not less than two (2) years in relevant field.
Post Title: Principal Revenue Accountant – 1 Post
Duty Station: EWURA Head Office – Dar es Salaam
Reports to: Finance and Administration Manager
Principal Revenue Accountant will be responsible for ensuring that the Authority’s income is constantly maintained through proper revenue collection mechanisms.
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Main Duties and Responsibilities:
i) To coordinate the monitoring and collection of all revenues of the Authority on timely basis;
ii) To manage the follow-up of all Authority income on regular basis and attend to queries from regulated suppliers’ revenue transactions;
iii) To participate in the establishment and application of systems and procedures in finance aimed at improving reporting and efficiency;
iv) To ensure that all approved and normal operations pertaining to finance are carried out on time and according to approved budget;
v) To collaborate in overseeing prudent management of the Authority’s resources, including keeping records on their utilization;
vi) To coordinate preparation of time-based reports on financial performance;
vii) To prepare, control and monitor the organization’s revenue budget in line with the strategic and operation plans of the Authority;
viii) To collaborate in the preparation of operating, capital expenditure and income budgets of the Authority;
ix) To collaborate in preparation of annual financial statements and provide required support to external auditors;
x) To collaborate in controlling, applying and monitoring routine financial functions;
xi) To supervise the monitoring and controlling all receivable accounts including ensuring correctness of records;
xii) To effectively supervise and guide members of staff reporting to him/her; and
xiii) 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/ Advanced diploma majoring in accounting or finance from a recognized higher learning institution;
ii) Possession of Masters Degree majoring in accounting or finance or business administration;
iii) Certified Public Accountant, CPA (T) or ACCA and must be registered with the National Board of Accountants and Auditors (NBAA);
iv) Possession of Knowledge and Competence in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) application;
v) Possession of relevant working experience in reputable organization of not less than six (6) years in relevant field.
Post Title: Human Resources Officer – 1 Post
Duty Station: EWURA Head Office – Dar es Salaam
Reports to: Principal Human Resources Officer
Human Resources Officer will provide assistance to the implementation of Human Resources functions of the Authority in order to increase effectiveness and efficiency in the delivery of regulatory service.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
i) To participate in implementation of Open Performance Review and Appraisal System;
ii) To participate in overseeing proper attendance to staff welfare issues;
iii) To facilitate support and inputs in preparation of payroll, as and when required;
iv) To maintain staff records and staff database;
v) To Prepare and maintain Leave Roaster;
vi) Organising sports and recreation activities;
vii) To prepare Human resources quarterly reports;
viii) To administer Authority's staff health plans and safety programs; and
ix) 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 Bachelors degree in human resources management, public administration or management;
ii) Possession of knowledge and applications of Tanzania Labour Laws is an added advantage;
iii) Possession of knowledge and competence in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) application;
iv) No prior work experience is required but possession of work experience in related field will be an added advantage.
Post Title: Stores Officer – 1 Post
Duty Station: EWURA Head Office – Dar es Salaam
Reports to: Senior Procurement Officer
Stores Officer will be responsible for ensuring timely availability of office supplies and efficient management of the store.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
i) To coordinate requests for supplies across the Authority
ii) To Receive, inspect and record goods received;
iii) To issue goods to user departments;
iv) To manage the storeroom;
v) To advise on supply requirements;
vi) To Prepare list of unserviceable stores for disposal;
vii) To Report findings of inspection to Procurement Officer for further action;
viii) To ensure stock control guidelines are adhered to by all staff;
ix) To maintain an inventory and register of Authority properties; and
x) 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 Bachelor Degree or equivalent qualifications in Materials Management, Logistics or Business Administration;
ii) Must be registered by Procurement and Supplies Professional and Technician Board (PSPTB);
iii) Possession of Knowledge and Competence in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) application;
iv) No prior work experience is required but possession of work experience in related field will be an added advantage.
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 (the referees contact should also include telephone number and e-mail address) should be addressed to reach the under-mentioned by 21st August 2015.
Only short listed candidates 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)
Samora Avenue, 6th Floor, Harbour View Towers (Former JM Mall Building)
P O Box 72175
DAR ES SALAAM
Email: Jobs@ewura.go.tz
