The Rural Electrification Fund was set up in terms of the Rural Electrification Fund Act {Chapter 13:20], 2002 and subject to this Act a Board, the Rural Electrification Board (REF Board) was established to administer the Fund and its mandate. The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) was later established by the REF board and it Is the implementing arm of the board and its vision is "Universal access to modern (adequate, reliable, least cost and environmentally sustainable energy services) by 2040". The Agency would like to recruit a visionary, innovative, strategic and results oriented leader to fill the position of Chief Executive. The purpose of the job is to provide strategic leadership and direction, including ensuring the achievement of the Agency's vision and mandate and advise the board on critical developments at the Agency.
The Principal Accountabilities:
The successful candidate must demonstrate outstanding competences, proven track record and skills in the following areas of leadership:
Formulation and implementation of strategy
Integrated approach to rural electrification and development Effective stakeholder engagement
Generation of energy from alternative, renewable energy sources
Effective corporate governance
Ensuring service excellence
Effective fund management and utilisation
Promotion and facilitation of private investment in the energy sector Championing innovation within the energy sector
Effective management of the human capital
Effective organisational performance management
Ensure both employment costs and administration expenses should not consume more than 10% of total revenue.
Advise the Board on policy formulation.
Job Related Attributes:
The person suitable for this job must demonstrate the following minimum Job related attributes:
Track record of outstanding leadership skills
Strategic planning, organizing, management and strong visionary skills Good communication skills
Result oriented with high leveis of personal initiative Good financial and business skills
Focus on service excellence
Understanding of the energy sector and technologies around the world
Excellent presentation skills
Qualifications and Experience:
The person must possess the following minimum qualifications and experience:
First Degree in Electrical Engineering.
Masters Degree in Business Administration
10 years experience at Senior Management level.
Skills and Knowledge:
Requisite technical knowledge related to REA's business.
Strong administration skills and experience.
Ability to effectively manage the Fund.
Computer literacy.
Good report writing and communication skills.
Our client will negotiate a competitive remuneration package. If you wish to be considered please submit your most recent CV to:
Email: headhunters [at] zimbabwehumancapital.org
Closing date: 15 April 2013.
