The Office of the Telecommunications and Radiocommunications Regulator
(TRR) was established by an Act of Parliament called the Telecommunications and
Radiocommunications Regulation Act 2009 (“the Act”). The Act mandates TRR to
regulate the telecommunications and radiocommunications sector.
With a Vision to establish “A communications environment that enriches
the social, cultural, customs and commercial fabric of Vanuatu;” the Regulator leads, guides, directs and manages the Office
of TRR in order to achieve the objectives of the Act and implement relevant
Government Policy as required. Section 7 (5), provides for the Regulator to
have a separate and independent legal personality and under the name
‘Telecommunications and Radiocommunications Regulator ‘TRR’, may conduct
business independently.
While the telecommunications sector in
Vanuatu is vibrant and sophisticated for a country of its size, the Office of
TRR is still a relatively new institution and the new Regulator must continue
to build on the strong professional relationships TRR now has with its
stakeholders; including GOV, the Minister responsible, the Office of the
Government’s Chief Information Officer (OGCIO), relevant Government
institutions, industry, and the business community, especially service
providers and operators and, ultimately, the consumers. Further, the Regulator
needs to capitalize and build on the recognition TRR has amongst its peers as
being the benchmark and leading regulator in the region.
Expressions
of Interest (EOIs) are now invited from qualified individuals with experience and skills to fulfill the role of Regulator, and in
administering
TRR in performing its powers and functions under the Act. The candidate must
have relevant and extensive wide ranging
demonstrable experience
to carry out the work as stipulated in the following sections. Ni-Vanuatu
citizens are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.
Duties & Responsibilities
In summary, the Regulator:
1. Ensures the functions and
powers of the TRR under the Act are appropriately met;
2. Oversees the management of the Government’s
Universal Access Policy;
3. Oversees the telecommunications
and radiocommunications licensing regime;
4. Regulates tariffs and pricing
mechanisms set by the service providers;
5. Oversees compliance of the
industry with the Act and relevant regulatory instruments; and
6. Protects and raises the
awareness of telecommunications consumers.
Criteria:
The Regulator must ensure that a level
playing field among competitors exists and continues to exist, and that TRR
regulates the sector in compliance with the Act, Licences and other regulatory
framework and policies that are in place.
Experience and Qualifications
The following experience and qualifications, or an
acceptable combination of the following or its equivalent are required:
·
A relevant tertiary qualification from a
recognized institution – desired - or equivalent relevant operational
qualification combined with experience;
·
At least 5 years of relevant work
experience in a regulatory environment, ideally in telecommunications;
·
Must be fully trustworthy, independent of
any outside influence, of exemplary character and display exemplary conduct,
and have no record of inappropriate or fraudulent behaviour;
·
Proven experience in the development of a
regulatory instruments that encourage consumer protection, provide consumer
awareness and support mechanisms, as well as facilitate telecommunications
investment and competition;
·
Demonstrated high-level management and
analytical skills in decision making and delivery;
·
Sound understanding and experience in the
technical aspects of telecommunications and radiocommunications, and in
regulation of that sector;
·
Ensuring full confidentiality can be maintained and
the integrity of TRR is preserved.
·
Demonstrable, excellent representation,
verbal, written and presentation, communication, and reporting skills;
·
Demonstrated experience and ability to
work in a high-level, fast paced and ever changing environment, whilst ensuring
that all objectives and desired outcomes are achieved – on time and with high
quality;
·
Possess the skill-sets, experience and
confidence to provide sound and appropriate advice and guidance to high level
Government officials, including matters that may progress to policy and
regulation development.
·
The Regulator must possess
demonstrable high-level corporate governance risk management knowledge,
experience and skill-sets including sound financial management and experience.
Consideration may be given to experienced senior level
Managers/Executives that have skill-sets in an equivalent sector and have
demonstrated ability to transfer knowledge and skills to the telecoms sector
and to administer the Act and related laws and regulations governing the
sector.
Desirable Expertise
Other desirable skill-sets necessary to
fulfill the role of the Regulator include:
(1) Detailed knowledge of the role of Regulator and the
responsibilities of the post;
(2) Familiarity with the regional and international environment of telecoms
Regulators and regulation;
(3) Knowledge and appreciation of cultural and geographical dynamics of
Vanuatu, and the Pacific region;
(4) Sound and demonstrable knowledge of the telecoms market,
telecoms operators and service suppliers in Vanuatu;
(5) Understanding the role and needs of consumers and users of
telecoms services and products.
Personal Competencies, Values and Ethics
The Regulator must have demonstrable
skills and knowledge to be able to create, regulate, manage and facilitate a
regulatory framework that will protect consumers while encouraging investment
in the telecommunications sector, and ensuring sustainable completion is
maintained.
His/her knowledge and skill-sets must
support and drive the effective provision of universal service, the
introduction of new and innovative services at affordable costs, while ensuring
TRR remains fair, transparent, and unbiased in its overall regulatory approach.
He or she must be able to develop
policies and regulations to give effect to the TRR Act or relevant Government
policies. Additionally, the Regulator must be articulate and possess the
ability to monitor and assess the dynamically changing telecommunications
industry and make recommendations to the Minister for appropriate changes in
the Act or regulatory instruments to cater for the changes in communications technology.
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