OFG 1114 Manager, Network Charging

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1 OFG 1114 Manager, Network Charging

2 About us Ofgem is Great Britain s gas and electricity regulator. Our goal is to protect energy customers interests, now and in the future. We make sure competition encourages great customer service and bears down on companies prices and profits. We do this by scrutinising costs and checking that companies stick to the rules we set. If a company falls short, we act. Since 2010, we ve imposed over 100 million in fines. We also control the revenue that network companies earn from running gas and electricity grids. This way we make sure customers get value for money from a 6 billion a year programme to upgrade Britain s networks. And we are planning for the future too, with the rollout of smart metering over the next few years, and looking ahead to make sure there s enough capacity in the system to meet demand. About a third of our staff work in Ofgem E-Serve, a division that runs government environmental and social schemes. These include the Energy Companies Obligation, the Domestic and Non-Domestic Renewable Heat Incentives, the Renewables Obligation, the Feed-In Tariff scheme, and the Climate Change Levy exemption. The total value of these schemes is approximately 6 billion per year; our costs for administering them are just 0.6% of this. We are a diverse and vibrant organisation, with the majority of our staff working in our London (Canary Wharf) and Glasgow offices. You can find the Ofgem structure chart here. We aim to attract, support, retain and motivate our staff by making sure that they have the skills and knowledge to perform their roles effectively and provide them with development opportunities to build a career. We offer a variety of development including formal training, on-the-job training and coaching. There is also a comprehensive management development programme and support for further education and professional qualifications. Ofgem is a great place to work, and we hope to be welcoming you soon. Dermot Nolan Chief Executive 2

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5 Role Profile Role Details Role Title Band Directorate Location Number of positions and contract type Manager, Network Charging C Systems & Network London/Glasgow 2 x Perm Purpose This is an exciting time to be joining Ofgem as the way in which energy is generated, transported, stored and supplied to consumers is changing and it is something which affects everyone. The push to reduce carbon emissions and the deployment of new technologies means the energy system is in transition to one that is low carbon, more decentralised, smart and flexible. Ofgem s Systems and Networks directorate takes an end-to-end view of the energy system, including the markets, networks and institutions involved in providing power and gas to consumers. This captures important synergies, including bringing together factors affecting investment drivers for the energy sector (market arrangements, access, charging and network price controls). We are looking for candidates to take up Manager roles in the Electricity Network Charging teams within the Energy Systems Transition (EST) portfolio of the Systems and Networks directorate. The EST portfolio leads on a number of important reform areas to ensure that our regulatory framework delivers the best possible outcome for consumers as the energy system transforms. This includes work on the evolving role and governance of transmission and distribution system operators, reforms to arrangements for providing access to and charging for networks, and managing the arrival of new technologies and business models such as electric vehicles and local energy. We are recruiting for roles across two electricity network charging policy development workstreams, both of which are undergoing significant reviews as we seek to make the energy system work more efficiently for everyone. The first workstream is our project to reform Electricity Network Access and Forwardlooking Charges 1. This major review is looking to ensure that network users have the 1 More information on our project to reform Network Access and Forward-looking Charges is available here: 5

6 right incentive to use our electricity networks in an efficient way, reducing the need for substantial investment to reinforce the networks to accommodate new technologies and usages, such as electric vehicles and decentralised electricity generation. This is an exciting and rapidly changing environment in which you can help form decisions which we expect to create significant benefits for consumers and support the transition to a low carbon energy system. The second workstream is our Targeted Charging Review 2 concerned with the non-cost reflective charges which are necessary to ensure that networks costs are fully recovered and that these too work in the best interests of all consumers. There are also other network charges included in this review to help ensure that there is a healthy electricity market. Key outputs and deliverables High quality, timely, and robust analysis of policy options leading to evidence based recommendations. Drafting of clear and concise documents, including briefings, policy documents, consultations and decision letters. Understand and use evidence and analysis to inform better decision-making, taking information from multiple sources Use of project management techniques to deliver on projects setting up, managing projects and prioritising work Getting the best from colleagues of all levels, including overseeing the work and supporting the development of others in the team Develop subject matter expertise and contribute to organisational resilience with respect to knowledge retention Representation of Ofgem externally with stakeholders, particularly the electricity system operator, network companies and other industry bodies. Develop close links with other teams across Ofgem. Contribute to the project management of multiple work streams, including managing stakeholder engagement. Work collaboratively across team boundaries, making links with and contributing to the delivery of wider projects in Ofgem. Key stakeholder relationships Internal Colleagues within Ofgem including senior management, legal, other teams within the System and Networks directorate and Ofgem more widely. 2 More information on our Targeted Charging Review is available here: 6

7 External Effective interaction with the electricity system operator, network companies, electricity network code administrators, and other industry stakeholders. Specific skills and capabilities Essential Analytical skills: Experience in analysing quantitative and qualitative information to support conclusions and/or policy development. Ability to scrutinise complex policy, think strategically and make effective decisions. Stakeholder and influencing skills: Ability to build effective relationships and successfully influence a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders, and represent Ofgem in external meetings. Project management: Excellent project management skills with a strong track record of managing multiple priorities and delivering against challenging deadlines. Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills ability to communicate complex issues clearly, and to apply these skills in delivering documents, presentations and in meetings. Education: Educated to degree level in an analytical subject or equivalent qualifications/experience. Desirable: Experience working in a regulated sector (either within GB or globally). Experience of network charging modifications in electricity or gas is particularly desirable, though not essential. Knowledge, experience or relevant qualifications in one or more of: GB and/or EU energy markets; Regulatory economics; Large-scale infrastructure development; Coordinating and managing project delivery processes and activities; Wider experience of energy or regulation policy. 7

8 Competencies These are the competencies that are relevant for this role and a selection of these will be assessed at interview. Setting Direction Seeing the big picture Making effective decisions Engaging People Collaborating and partnering Leading and communicating Delivering Results Delivering at pace Managing a quality service 8

9 How to apply To apply for this role, you are required to submit a CV and Suitability Statement. Completed applications should be submitted by midnight on the closing date. Applications received after that time will not normally be considered. Your application should consist of: CV (saved as forename. surname CV) Suitability Statement As part of your application process, we will check your details against CIFAS fraud prevention databases. Should our investigations identify fraud or the commission of any other criminal offences by you when applying for, or during the course of your employment with us, we will record the details of this on the relevant fraud prevention databases. This information may be accessed from the UK and other countries and used by law enforcement agencies and by us and other organisations to prevent fraud. Your details will also be checked against the Civil Service Internal Fraud Database (IFD) of employees dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. Where an applicant to Ofgem is successful in interview, we will check your name and date of birth against the IFD. Any applicant who is included in the IFD will be refused employment. This information will be retained by the Cabinet Office on the IFD for a period of five years from the date of dismissal (or the date employment ended). GRS and other recruitment teams will share with the Cabinet Office the outcome of the checks for monitoring and analysis purposes. The Cabinet Office will use this information for research on the prevention and detection of fraud. This will not be shared outside Cabinet Office, GRS, and other recruitment teams, except on an anonymised basis. 9

10 Overview of process Your completed application will be acknowledged and you will be notified of the outcome of the application. Your invitation to interview correspondence will give details of specific date and time. We will also notify you of any presentations / tests etc (not all roles require this). The interview will be a combination of competency questions and role specific questions. Please see the competency framework below relevant to this role. Please note, Ofgem do not cover the cost of travel to and from your interview. Competencies You will be assessed against a selection of the Band C Competencies at interview stage. These are specified in the role profile. The competencies can be found here. Please ensure you download and keep this document in preparation for your potential interview. 10

11 Terms and conditions Role Title Manager, Network Charging Salary Glasgow 30,950-42,390 London 33,400-45,700 Location Glasgow / London Hours of work London: 36 hours per week Glasgow: 37 hours per week Annual leave entitlement As a new starter you are entitled to 25 days annual leave which will rise to 30 days after 2 years service. If you are transferring from another Government Department, and have 2 years continuous service your annual leave will be 30 days on joining. You will also receive 10.5 days public, Bank and privilege holiday. Please note the dates vary in England, Wales and Scotland. If your appointment is for less than a year then you will receive a pro-rata and public/privilege allowance. Pension The civil service offers excellent pension arrangements. For further information, please visit: Other benefits Cycle to work Childcare vouchers Season ticket loan Employee wellbeing Enhanced maternity /paternity pay Subsidised Gym 11

12 Our values Making a positive difference for energy consumers Our priority is to protect and to make a positive difference for all energy consumers. We work to promote value for money, security of supply and sustainability for present and future generations. We do this through the supervision and development of markets, regulation and the delivery of government schemes. We work effectively with, but independently of, government, the energy industry and other stakeholders. We do so within a legal framework determined by the UK government and the European Union. Our values are: Dedication Committed to making a positive difference for all energy consumers today and for a sustainable future Making time to hear and understand views and be open to new ideas Being experts in our field - learning from everything we do developing our skills Integrity Acting with independence Being transparent and straightforward in our dealings with each other and our stakeholders Basing our decisions on the best available evidence and impartial assessment Determination Finding a way to make things happen To deliver - focusing on the consumer outcome, working collaboratively with each other, and in partnership with stakeholders Thinking ahead, and leading thinking 12

13 Equalities and diversity As an employer we are committed to equality. We want to be an organisation that people are proud to be part of. We welcome applications from all people across all sections of our diverse communities. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity in our employment practice and processes. This is irrespective of disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or religious affiliation, working pattern and responsibility for dependents. We believe that every employee should be treated with openness, honesty and respect. We won t tolerate unfair treatment or discrimination. We aim to have a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. We value and make the best use of this diversity of talent, so that our people fulfil their potential and create the conditions for business success. Civil Service Commission s Recruitment Principles The law requires that selection for appointment to the Civil Service is on merit on the basis of fair and open competition as outlined in the independent Civil Service Commission's Recruitment Principles. More detailed information can be found on the Civil Service Commission website: If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles, and you wish to make a complaint, you should contact Ofgem in the first instance who will investigate your complaint. You should contact Caroline.Byrne@Ofgem.gov.uk If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from Ofgem, you can contact the Civil Service Commission complaints/ 13