Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) Jobs in Kenya - Internal Auditor and Security & Transport Officer

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is a State Corporation established under the Energy Act 2006. The Commission is the sector regulatory agency responsible for economic and technical regulation of Electric Power, Renewable Energy and Downstream Petroleum sub sectors.

This includes tariff setting and review, licensing, enforcement, dispute settlement and approval of power purchase and network service contracts.

The Commission seeks to fill the following vacant positions:

1. Internal Auditor

The position holder will provide value added services in advising on risk areas, monitoring compliance and continuously improving internal control systems.

Key responsibilities:

Develop and maintain a sound audit manual detailing audit norms, procedures and standardsPlan and implement operational, information system and other investigative auditsEnsure compliance with the law and regulations with respect to Commission operationsAppraise the effectiveness and efficiency of financial and administrative controls and advise Management and the CommissionEnsure implementation of approved audit recommendationsDevelop risk and compliance management strategies and work plansUndertake risk assessment and make necessary recommendationsTrain and create awareness throughout the organization on risk identification and managementQualifications, Experience and Skills:
A Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or Business Administration or their equivalent from a recognized universityCertified Public Accountant - CPA (K)Member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK)At least five (5) years relevant experience, two (2) of which must be in auditingBe well versed with internationally accepted auditing standards and computerised accounting and;Be analytical and have ability to work under minimum supervisionHave good decision making, report writing and communication skills2. Security and Transport Officer

Reporting to the Head of Human Resources and Administration the holder of this position will supervise and coordinate security and transport matters of the Commission.

Key responsibilities:

Supervise the security and transport personnelMake reports on motor vehicle utilization and security mattersDevelop and maintain security and transport recordsEnsure proper maintenance of motor vehicles and, installation and maintenance of all security systemsInvestigate cases that may adversely affect operations of the Commision and security related incidentsTrain staff on security and safetyMaintain effective liaison with enforcement agenciesQualifications, Experience and Skills:
A Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university.Minimum of five years experience in security operationsExperience from the police or the armed forces at a minimum level of Inspector or CaptainTraining in criminology will be an added advantage.Good interrogation and investigation skillsComputer literateGood report writing and Communication skillsSuccessful candidates will be offered competitive remuneration packages.

If you believe you are the right candidate for any of the above two positions and can demonstrate your ability to meet the given criteria, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, current remuneration level, e-mail and telephone contacts to be received not later than 31st December 2010 to:-

Director General,
Energy Regulatory Commission,
1st floor Eagle Africa Centre, Longonot Road ,Upperhill
P.O. Box 42681 00100 Nairobi

Tel: +254-20-2847000/200 Fax: +254-20-2717603

Cell phones: 0722 200 947, 0734 414 333

E-mail: info@erc.go.ke

Website: www.erc.go.ke

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