1.4 Following are the statutory functions of CERC:

(a)

To regulate the tariff of generating companies owned or controlled by the Central Government; to regulate the tariff of generating companies other than those owned or controlled by the Central Government specified in clause (a), if such generating companies enter into or otherwise have a composite scheme for generation and sale of electricity in more than one State;

(b)

To regulate the inter-State transmission of electricity ;

(c)

To determine tariff for inter-State transmission of electricity;

(d)

To issue transmission licenses and trading licenses with respect to inter-State operations;

(e)

To adjudicate upon disputes involving generating companies or transmission licensee in regard to matters connected with clauses (a) to (d) above and to refer any dispute for arbitration;

(f)

To levy fees for the purposes of this Act;

(g)

To specify Grid Code having regard to Grid Standards;

(h)

To specify and enforce the standards with respect to quality, continuity and reliability of service by licensees;

(i)

To fix the trading margin in the inter-State trading of electricity, if considered, necessary;

(j)

To discharge such other functions as may be assigned under this Act.

1.5 The Act has also given advisory role to CERC. It has been mandated to advise the Central Government on the matters relating to formulation of National Electricity Policy and Tariff Policy, promotion of competition, efficiency and economy in activities of the electricity industry, and promotion of investment in electricity industry.

1.6 Power sector is evolving in India and the present policy approach mainly aims at moving from cost plus tariff to competitive bidding basis tariff, appropriate regulatory framework for mobilizing investments, and developing electricity markets. However, the cost plus tariff will continue to be important as the assets covered by this regime are of large value.

1. In view of the above activities, the Commission has proposed to engage Staff consultant on contract basis for a limited period.
   
   
2. Scope of work proposed for the Staff Consultants:-
   
   

CERC proposes to engage staff Consultant to assist Commission in the area of Renewable Energy in discharge of its functions which, inter alia, include:

2.1 Policies and regulatory issues involving the Electricity Act 2003, Policies and various Regulations issued by the Commission

2.2 Regulatory Impact Assessment

2.3 Formulation of Concept note / Discussion paper and Regulations and related activities thereto

2.4 Matters relating to tariff ( tariff petitions, review petitions ) in case of Renewable energy

2.5 Compiling/analyzing data on renewable energy in power sector

2.6 Assessing trend of regulatory reforms.

2.7 Matters related to appeals before other legal authorities like Supreme Court, High Court, Appellate Tribunal of Electricity etc

2.8. The Consultant will work in a team of Officials , Advisors, Research Officers and others in the Regulatory Affairs Wing of CERC

2.9. Any other work assigned from time to time

3.0 Qualification and experience required for Staff Consultants:-

Category of consultants	No. of Posts	Qualifications and Experience	Consolidated salary
Research	01	Essential Qualifications:	Rs. 64,000 -
Officer		Completed Masters degree in Engineering	85,000 per month
(Renewable		/Sciences /Economics/ Public Policy/	(depending on the
energy)		Management/ Regulatory Governance Experience and Competencies:(i) Work experience of not less than four years in power sector, preferably in techno economic aspects of renewable energy technologies and other non-conventional energy technologies. Desirable: (i) Knowledge of Indian/ Global Renewable energy scenario, concepts of regulations, various legislations and Government policies like Electricity Act 2003, Tariff policy, National Electricity Policy etc ; (ii) Experience of having worked in a research or analytical role ; (iii) Working knowledge of MS-Excel, MS-Word & Power Point. iv) Dynamism to work in a fast-paced, highchange environment, Analytical approach to problem-solving, Good communication skills, Team player having demonstrated initiative and leadership skills	qualification and experience) excluding Service Tax, if applicable.

4.0 General terms and conditions:

4.1. Normal working hours would be 9.30 A.M to 6.00 P.M (05 days week) including half hour lunch break. The personnel may be called on a Saturday, Sunday and other gazette holidays, and asked to sit beyond normal working hours in case of exigency of CERC.

4.2. There will be a provision of 15 days leave (including 8 days casual leave and seven days on the pattern of earned leave but not encashable) in a calendar year subject to prior sanction.

4.3. In case of tour outside Delhi, the Commission will reimburse the expenses for journey undertaken for official work by the Consultants as per the following entitlement:-

Research Officer -By air-Economy class/By train(AC-II), (Renewable Energy) other facilities as per entitlements of Sr. AO/PAO level officers of CERC.

5. Duration of contract:-

The contract will be initially for a period of two years which can be extended

for upto one year on each occasion, limited to a total period of four years. In

deserving cases an annual escalation upto 10% on the fee may be given with

the approval of the competent authority based on the performance during

preceding year.

1. Payment Terms:-The consultant shall be paid lump sum monthly remuneration (the agreed amount) within seven days after completion of the month. TDS shall be deducted as per Income Tax rules.
   
   
2. Termination of contracts:-The assignment may be terminated earlier by either CERC or the Consultant by giving one months notice, or one months salary in lieu thereof. Provided, in case of disciplinary action, the notice period shall not apply to CERC.
   
   
3. Appointment under this assignment shall be on purely contract basis for a limited period only. Such appointment shall not vest any right to claim for regular appointment or continued contractual appointment in CERC.
   
   
4. Applications complete in all aspects would only be accepted.
   
   
5. Relaxation in essential qualifications/experience can be considered in deserving cases.
   
   
6. CERC reserves the right not to fill up the above-mentioned position.
   
   
7. CERC reserves the right either to increase or decrease the number of post.
   
   
8. Only short-listed candidates will be called for written test / interaction with the Selection Committee.
   
   
9. The Committee will draw a panel of candidates which shall operate as a common pool for engagement of consultants as per the requirement of any Wing of the Commission .
   
   
10. Interested and eligible candidates may send their applications, in the prescribed format to the Assistant Chief (Admin), CERC, First Floor , Chanderlok Building, 36, Janpath, New Delhi-110001 by 30^th May , 2016.
    
    

Sd/-xxxxxxx (Kamal Kishor) Assistant Chief (Admin) Tel: 23353503

ANNEXURE

BIO-DATA

POST APPLIED FOR : _________________________________

I. GENERAL INFORMATION:

1. Name of the Candidate
   
   
2. Date of Birth
   
   
3. Fathers Name
   
   
4. Permanent Address
   
   
5. Contact address
   
   
6. Tel No. Mobile No. Email id
   
   

II. DETAILED RESUME:

Attested photocopies of all Degrees and Certificates, Document proof of Work experience and Photo copy of last pay drawn must be attached, without which the candidature will not be considered.

(a)

Academic/Professional Qualifications:-

(b)

Experience:-

(c)

Additional information, if any, which you would like to mention in support of your suitability for the post. Enclose a separate sheet, if the space is insufficient.

(d)

Enclose copies of only relevant research publications or published writings, if any.

(e)

Enclose letters of recommendation, if any.

Degree	University	Institute	Field/Specialization	Year of Passing

Details of employment, in chronological order. Enclose a separate sheet, duly authenticated by your signature, if the space below is insufficient
Office/Institute/ Organisation	Post held	From	To	Nature of duties in brief

Signature of the Candidate

Date: