GENERAL INFORMATION

The Botswana Energy Regulatory Authority was established under the BERA Act, 2016 (No 13 of 2016) for the regulation of energy sector in Botswana. The Authority is responsible for providing an efficient regulatory framework for the regulated sector in accordance with the Botswana Energy Regulatory Authority Act.

The Authority is currently recruiting for enthusiastic and agile professionals, on a *5-year fixed term contract* for the following roles:

1. DATA PROTECTION OFFICER – VACANCY CIRCULAR NO. 1 OF 2025
1. PROCUREMENT OVERSIGHT SPECIALIST* – VACANCY CIRCULAR NO. 2 OF 2025
1. FINANCE MANAGER – VACANCY CIRCULAR NO. 3 OF 2025
1. HEAD LEGAL AND BOARD SECRETARY  – VACANCY CIRCULAR NO. 4 OF 2025

TO VIEW OR DOWNLOAD FULL VACANCY DETAILS VISIT:

– <https://www.bera.co.bw/tenders-careers.php#careers> OR
– <https://www.bera.co.bw/media.php>

Direct Link:

<https://www.bera.co.bw/downloads/Careers/VACANCIES_CIRCULAR_NO._1-4_OF_2025_FINAL.pdf>

APPLICATIONS:

Applicants should quote the Vacancy Circular Number and provide the following:

– Application Letter
– Detailed latest Curriculum Vitae
– Certified copy of National Identity Card (Omang)
– Certified true copies of Certificates (Academic and Professional)
– Two (2) recent work-related referees

SALARY:

BERA offers a competitive and attractive Salary Packages.

Interested applicants should submit their applications via email to *recruitment@bera.co.bw* clearly indicating the title of the position applied for in the subject line.

*Closing Date: 16th October 2025*

Only applicants who meet the minimum requirements as stipulated above will be responded to. For further information, please contact: The Human Resource Office at *5317516/5317531

VACANCY CIRCULAR NO. 3 OF 2025

FINANCE MANAGER

JOB PURPOSE

To provide oversight of financial management and accounting functions to ensure accuracy and compliance to international standards and statutory requirements. To oversee the preparation of the organisation’s financial statements, maintaining the integrity of financial information.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

a. Leads, develops, and implements financial policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure compliance with accounting standards and statutory requirements
b. Ensures compliance with internal and external controls and audit recommendations to meet the Authority’s objectives and accounting standards
c. Oversees the cash flow management of the organisation’s accounts
d. Manages and monitors the implementation of financial and accounting systems by ensuring that transactions are posted correctly, and financial reports are produced on a timely basis
e. Oversees financial accounts and periodic reports to ensure that they meet all the set targets
f. Prepares quarterly financial reports, provides the board with the main insights regarding financial performance of BERA to better inform decisions
g. Leads, develops, and implements accounting processes for the collection, reconciliation, and management of revenue from regulatory fees and other fees raised by BERA
h. Consults and advises on financial matters and sits on committees when needed

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or related fields and a master’s would be an added advantage. Professional Membership of BICA, Professional Membership of a recognised accountancy institute such as ACCA / CA / CIMA / CIA would be an added advantage.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum of 5 years’ post professional qualification experience in Finance, Accounting, or related fields, with 3 years at management/supervisory level.

COMPETENCES

– Analytical and Strategic Thinking
– Deciding and Initiating Action
– Problem Solving
– Business Acumen
– Functional/Technical Skills
– Command Skills
– Planning & Execution
– Supervision and Accountability
– Innovating and Initiating Change
– Delivering Quality Service
– Communicating Effectively
– Interpersonal Savvy
– Ethics, Integrity, and Trust
– Courage
– Coaching, developing and empowering others
– Teamwork and Partnering

More Information

•  JOB APPLICATION DETAILS 

  APPLICATION DETAILS
  APPLICATIONS: Applicants should quote the Vacancy Circular Number and provide the following: - Application Letter - Detailed latest Curriculum Vitae - Certified copy of National Identity Card (Omang) - Certified true copies of Certificates (Academic and Professional) - Two (2) recent work-related referees - OR - Direct Link