Ministry of Energy and Energy Industries
Port of Spain
Job Description
This incumbent is responsible for developing strategies for planning, organizing and directing the functions of the Energy Research and Planning Division of the Ministry. The position involves the conduct of research and statistical/ financial analyses into energy matters, developing or assisting agencies in developing plans, programmes and strategies relating to energy and energy based projects. The holder performs work with a considerable degree of initiative and independent judgment within the framework of government policy and monitors the international oil industry and technical developments. The incumbent is a key member and contributor of the Ministrys leadership team and is responsible for ensuring that the division achieves its goals and objectives.  
Key and Critical Responsibilities
Develop Strategies to Plan, organize and direct the activities of the Energy Research and Planning Division.&nbsp;<div> Direct the collection and compilation of data on energy and energy based industries and ensure the preparation of the annual National Energy Balances.</div><div> Conduct research and facilitate the preparation of papers in specific areas related to the international energy Industry which can impact on the local energy sector.&nbsp;</div><div> Conduct research and analyses into various statistical indicators collected by the Ministry relating to production, prices and related indicators.</div><div> Undertake comparative analyses regarding the global energy trends and developments.</div><div> Coach and mentor senior team leaders in the division.&nbsp;</div><div> Review documents to inform the National Budget.</div><div> Prepare the Ministrys Annual Administrative Report.</div><div> Manage the Public Sector Investment Programme (PSIP).</div><div> Service international energy commitments of Trinidad and Tobago and liaise with local and foreign Ministries, international organizations and other agencies.</div><div> Represent the Ministry on various committees and working groups including the energy standing committee and work permit committee, and examine and comment on matters referred to the Energy Research and Planning Division by these committees and working groups.&nbsp;</div><div> Represent the Ministry at relevant regional and international meetings and conferences.&nbsp;</div><div> Manage the Local Content Unit of the Ministry and represents the Ministry on the Permanent Local Content Committee.</div><div> Review and submits Energy Balance and Energy Report.</div><div> Review periodic reports on trends in energy consumption in the domestic economy.&nbsp;</div><div> Exercises general supervision of the professional, administrative and other employees engaged in carrying out the function of the Division.</div><div><br></div>
Key Competencies
Extensive knowledge of governments policies, programmes and projects governing the energy sector.&nbsp;<div> Extensive knowledge of research techniques and methods of statistical and financial analysis.&nbsp;</div><div> Extensive knowledge of local and global energy trends including some knowledge of geopolitics and its impact on the global energy sector.</div><div> Sound knowledge of Project Management.</div><div> Knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite, Statistical Software Applications and Project Management.</div><div> Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely and to prepare comprehensive reports.</div><div> Ability to work with cross functional teams.&nbsp;</div><div> Ability to manage stakeholder relationships.</div><div> Sound problem- solving and analytical skills.</div><div> Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.</div><div> Excellent conflict management skills.</div><div> Ability to research, analyse and present data to the team.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div>