Economist Job Vacancy at UMEME in Uganda

Job Title: Economist

REF No UM/RAL/03/12/12

Reports to: GM

Department: Regulatory Affairs & Legal

Job Purpose:

    Responsible for conducting economic analysis and surveys and maintain Data banks and producing relevant reports.

Key Responsibilities:

    Carry out studies/ surveys and analysis on consumption patterns, load profiles, load forecasting and power factor performance against Grid Code indices.
    Establish and maintain data bank on Umeme Annual Investment Plans and the company’s Restoration and Reinforcement plans
    Create a database of ERA approved Grid extensions under the Rural Electrification programmes and produce relevant reports.
    Produce periodic industry performance reports
    Carry out period studies on tariffs and benchmarking exercises in the Region and comparable utilities in other regions.
    Establish and maintain data bank on Umeme Annual Investment Plans and the company’s Restoration and Reinforcement plans
    Carry out studies/ surveys and analysis on consumption patterns, load profiles, load forecasting and power factor performance against Grid Code indices.

Requirement:

    A degree in Quantitative Economics. A post graduate qualification such as a Masters Degree is an added advantage

Experience:

    Previous relevant working experience should be demonstrated where proficiency in, financial, accounting and economic skills was essential. Excellent report writing skills are a pre-requisite

How to apply:

If you believe you are the right candidate for these challenging positions, please send your application together with detailed curriculum vitae to the Human Resources Transformation Manager Umeme at Lugogo plot 5C 3rd Street Industrial Area or e-mail recruit.hr@umeme.co.ug. Applications should be received by 5:00pm Monday 14th January 2013. UMEME is an equal opportunity employer. Influence-peddling will lead to automatic disqualification.


Deadline: 14th January 2013