Job Description
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic and technical advice to the Director General on a wide range of regulatory and corporate matters, including policy formulation, legal interpretation, and organizational development.
- Analyze complex issues, conduct research, assessments and develop recommendations to support decision-making processes and ensure alignment with RURA’s objectives and priorities.
- Review and analyze briefs, reports, and documents submitted to the Director General, summarizing key points, highlighting implications, and providing insightful recommendations for action.
- Ensure that all materials presented to the Director General are accurate, comprehensive, and presented clearly and concisely, facilitating informed decision-making.
- Monitor regulatory developments, trends, and best practices in the utility sector, providing updates and recommendations to the Director General on emerging issues and potential impacts on RURA’s regulatory framework.
- Collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders to assess regulatory compliance, identify gaps, and propose regulatory interventions or reforms as needed.
- Â Advise the Director General on matters related to corporate governance, organizational structure, human resources, finance, and administrative policies and procedures.
- Â Provide guidance on strategic initiatives, operational efficiency improvements, and performance optimization strategies to enhance RURA’s corporate services functions.
- Represent the Office of the Director General in meetings, forums, and working groups with internal and external stakeholders, fostering productive relationships and promoting RURA’s interests and objectives.
- Engage with government agencies, industry stakeholders, and other relevant entities to gather input, exchange information, and advocate for regulatory and corporate service priorities.
Requirements
· Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Law, Economics, Public policy management, Strategic Management, Development Studies and Social Sciences with at least 5 years of relevant experience.
· In-depth knowledge of regulatory frameworks, governance principles, and industry best practices in the utility sector.
· Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information and develop strategic recommendations.
· Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities, with a track record of building effective relationships at senior levels.
· Proven leadership skills, with the ability to work independently, influence decision-making processes, and drive organizational change.
· Excellent Report writing skills and presentation skills
· Excellent knowledge of Microsoft desk products,
· Conceptual and Analytical skills,
