The Fair Trading Commission is seeking to recruit individuals to fill the following positions:-

1. Electricity Analyst - Temporary

This position provides an excellent opportunity for an individual who wants to use his/her skills to provide guidance for the regulation and growth of the Barbados electricity sector.

The Electricity Analyst will be required to:-

▪ Monitor and assess current trends in the electricity;

▪ Perform analyses of the financial and technical performance of the regulated service provider;

▪ Review resource plans, as well as address matters related to the reform of the sector through the incorporation of renewable energy;

▪ Address the sector’s consumer complaints.

The successful candidate should:-

▪ Hold a postgraduate qualification in economics, finance, electrical or mechanical engineering or other relevant discipline;

▪ Be familiar with regulatory policies and procedures and have a working knowledge of the developments within the electricity sector;

▪ Possess strong analytical, leadership, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills;

▪ Have at least five years’ work experience.

Knowledge of renewable energy principles, or experience gained in a regulatory agency would be an asset.

2.     Research Officer/Assistant - Temporary

The position of Research Officer/Assistant is an excellent opportunity for an individual who enjoys research and who has the requisite skills to conduct research, using a variety of methodologies.

The Research Officer/Assistant will report to the Director of Utility Regulation and will engage in conducting research and preparing investigative reports.

The successful candidate will be required to:

▪ Conduct research on matters related to the regulated entities;

▪ Engage in research on current issues and trends;

▪ Prepare reports, detailing research findings for the Commission.

Applicants should:

▪ Hold a Bachelors’ degree in economics, management or a relevant discipline;

▪ Possess strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills;

▪ Be familiar with Microsoft Office suite and statistical packages for data analysis.

▪ Be willing to work as part of a team.

Familiarity with or experience gained in a research-oriented environment would be an asset.

The successful candidates will report to the Director of Utility Regulation.

The Chief Executive Officer

Fair Trading Commission

Good Hope

Green Hill

ST. MICHAEL

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