Senior Regulatory Specialist

Mecs; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 650 000 - 850 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent energy regulatory firm in Pretoria seeks an expert to provide technical and strategic support in regulatory practices. The role requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Economics and at least eight years of experience in electricity regulation or utility management. Responsibilities include developing regulatory frameworks and enhancing credibility in energy practices. This is a three-year fixed term contract position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of eight years' experience in electricity regulation or utility management.
• Proven experience in developing regulatory frameworks and tariff methodologies.
• Demonstrated understanding of market liberalisation and energy transition policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical and strategic support in regulatory policies.
• Enhance credibility and competitiveness of electricity regulatory practices.
• Engagement with international regulatory bodies and initiatives.

Skills

Technical and Regulatory Advisory

Policy and Framework Development

Market Analysis and Research

Stakeholder Engagement and Representation

Capacity Building and Knowledge Transfer

Strategic and Operational Support

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Economics or Energy Studies

Postgraduate qualification in Engineering, Economics or Energy Studies

Qualification in Regulatory or Energy Economics

Project Management

Job description

Reference : JHB

Duties & Responsibilities

• LB-1The incumbent will be required to provide expert technical, analytical, and strategic support in the formulation, implementation, and review of regulatory policies, frameworks, and decisions.
• Technical and Regulatory Advisory
• Policy and Framework Development
• Market Analysis and Research
• Stakeholder Engagement and Representation
• Capacity Building and Knowledge Transfer
• Strategic and Operational Support

The incumbent will further be required to contribute to enhancing the credibility, effectiveness, and global competitiveness of SA's electricity regulatory practices by applying world‑class methodologies in licensing, tariff setting, market regulation and compliance monitoring. This is a 3 year fixed term contract position.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (NQF 7) in Engineering, Economics or Energy Studies as recognized by SAQA. Postgraduate qualification in Engineering, Economics or Energy Studies will be an advantage. A qualification in Regulatory or Energy Economics, Market Regulation, or Project Management will be an added advantage. Minimum of eight years' experience in electricity regulation, energy sector planning, or utility management. Proven experience in developing and implementing regulatory frameworks, tariff methodologies, or market rules. Experience working in or with a regulatory authority, government department, or energy utility. Demonstrated understanding of market liberalisation, competition regulation, and energy transition policies. Track record of engagement with international regulatory bodies or participation in global energy regulatory initiatives is desirable. Deep knowledge of the Electricity Regulation Act and energy policy frameworks.