The Nigerian Electricity Supply Corporation (Nigeria) Limited, known as NESCO, has been a key player in Nigeria’s power sector since 1929.
NESCO is responsible for generating, transmitting, and distributing electricity within Plateau State and its neighboring regions.
While NESCO harnesses hydroelectric power to generate electricity, it operates separately from the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), which regulates the electricity industry.
NESCO is now inviting qualified candidates to apply for various job roles in its 2024 recruitment drive.
Chief Operations Officer
Job Specifications:
- Position: Full Time
- Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
- Location: Plateau State, Nigeria
Job Description: The Chief Operations Officer (COO) at NESCO plays a critical role in ensuring that operations run efficiently and effectively across the organization.
Reporting to the Managing Director (MD)/Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the COO will be responsible for coordinating and optimizing the day-to-day operations, ensuring that resources are properly managed, and services are efficiently distributed to customers.
This role requires strategic planning, monitoring organizational performance, and overseeing the implementation of change management processes.
The COO will work closely with departmental heads across various functions, including generation, distribution, and customer service, to drive continuous improvement and enhance operational performance.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Support the MD/CEO in establishing and optimizing daily operations.
- Lead strategic planning and operational execution across the corporation.
- Oversee change management processes and performance metrics.
- Collaborate with departmental heads to ensure synergy across functions.
- Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for technical departments.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, with an MBA or a Master’s in Management, Finance, or Economics.
- At least ten years of post-qualification experience, with a minimum of five years in senior management.
- Experience in the electricity supply industry is an added advantage.
- Strong leadership, project management, and business planning skills.
Commercial Manager
Job Specifications:
- Position: Full Time
- Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
- Location: Plateau State, Nigeria
Job Description: The Commercial Manager at NESCO is responsible for driving the corporation’s commercial strategies, including sales, customer connections, and revenue collection.
This role involves developing and promoting new products and services that align with NESCO’s corporate goals, as well as overseeing efficient billing and customer service operations.
The Commercial Manager will play a key role in negotiating contracts with large investors and managing customer grievances to ensure customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop and launch new products and services to meet corporate goals.
- Monitor the performance of existing and new products.
- Negotiate contracts with third-party service providers and large investors.
- Handle customer grievances and ensure swift resolution.
- Develop efficient billing and revenue collection strategies.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Business Administration, Commerce, or Marketing.
- Ten years of experience in the electricity supply industry, with at least five years in a managerial role.
- Strong marketing, customer service, and business strategy skills.
Revenue Protection Officer
Job Specifications:
- Position: Full Time
- Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
- Location: Plateau State, Nigeria
Job Description: The Revenue Protection Officer at NESCO will lead the corporation’s Revenue Protection Unit, focusing on preventing revenue loss through effective metering, monitoring, and compliance with regulatory standards.
This role involves fieldwork, interacting with customers, and investigating cases of electricity theft or meter tampering.
The Revenue Protection Officer will also be responsible for implementing loss reduction initiatives and ensuring accurate billing to uphold customer trust and financial integrity.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop strategies to minimize revenue losses and enhance protection processes.
- Lead metering and monitoring operations, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
- Investigate cases of electricity theft or meter tampering and take corrective actions.
- Manage loss reduction initiatives and implement preventive measures.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field, with a focus on technical expertise in metering and revenue protection.
- Strong analytical skills and experience in managing revenue protection operations.
Method of Application
Qualified and interested candidates are invited to apply for these positions by submitting their CVs and relevant documents through the official NESCO recruitment portal.
Candidates should ensure that their applications meet the specified qualifications and requirements outlined for each position. The application deadline for all positions is September 13, 2024.
