Description
Heifer International is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identify, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
About the Power, Water, and Internet Project
The Power, Water, and Internet project was launched in June 2022. The overall project goal is โimproved incomes and resilience of 5000 smallholder farmers engaged in dairy, beef, Oil seeds and horticulture value chainsโ. In FY23/24, Heifer Uganda will focus on two (2) major investments under PWI, scaling up the access of clean energy for dairy milk chilling and provision of productive assets within selected value chains. The two (2) investments will translate into increased revenue for small holder farmers and Agri-enterprises to close the living income gap.
FUNCTION
Under the guidance of the Project Manager- PWI, the Renewable Energy Coordinator will be responsible for the development of design plans, working drawings, technical specifications, bills of quantities as per project documents and standards for construction and installation of solar PV systems; supervision of construction/installation of solar plants. S/he will provide technical guidance and support to Producer Organization (PO) boards, staff and farmers on productive use of Energy.
He/she will provide technical expertise to all activities relating to the power sizing, needs assessments, energy related studies, monitoring and engagement with all actors including producer organizations, solar service providers, financial service providers, development of solar, business models, capacity building of Producer Organization management teams, producing related reports on project progress; supervising and appraising the performance of solar facilities at Producer Organization level; timely project implementation and delivery of the intended outcomes.
The coordinator will provide technical support to partners in structuring, developing, and delivering investments for solar solutions in the target areas. She/he is responsible for the design and demonstration of innovative, efficient, cost-effective solar energy solutions and promotion of productive energy use.
The Project Coordinator will work in close collaboration with the Business Development Facilitator, PO Managers, partnersโ lead persons, and other actors involved in the project for effective achievement of results, anticipating and resolving technical program related issues.
ESSENTIAL CHARACTER TRAITS:
Energetic, positive, team player, result orientated, quality orientated, collaborative, leadership, pragmatic, and inspirational.
RESPONSIBILITIES & DELIVERABLES:
A. Program Effectiveness (70%)
B. Management & Compliance (30%)
C. May perform any other job-related duties as assigned.
University degree in electrical engineering and / or environmental engineering with at least 5 years of experience at the national or international level in designing/installing solar energy supply systems for commercial use.
Preferred Requirements
Computer literacy particularly in AutoCAD, MS Word, Excel, Power point, and SPSS.Ability to lead and work as part of a team, flexible, adaptable and patient.Ability to plan own work, work under pressure when faced with competing demands.Innovative, ability to communicate both written and spoken English.Ability to work away from workstation and travelling in remote and /or rural environments.Analytical and conceptual skills to plan projects, timetable agreed activities and oversee activities.Most Critical Proficiencies:
Have at least five years practical working experience with NGOs and private sector involved in renewable energy.Living in isolated areasGood understanding of the energy sector, technologies in Uganda and networking with energy stakeholdersProfound technical knowledge on renewable energy technologies and practical experience in implementing (renewable) energy projects is required.Demonstrated knowledge of the latest developments in solar energy for commercial/ industrial use is required.Experience in conducting energy audits is considered an asset.Having a business approach to energy and agro-processing. Should be able to write business cases.Demonstrated knowledge and experience in facilitating technical project feasibility studies, designs, including the computation of the associated key financial ratios and benchmarks.Computer literacy particularly AutoCAD, Word, Excel, and other relevant Microsoft Office Suite applications, as well as any other databases.Proficient in communicating in English and local languages, oral and written.Ability to prepare and present documents in a well-designed and attractive format with superior attention to detail.Proven project management, contract management, motivational and supervisory skills with ability to train and work cooperatively with a diverse staff.Demonstrated creativity, ability to think systematically, willingness and ability to incorporate innovative solutions and design catalytic activities to increase access to renewable energy technologies.Essential Job Functions and Physical Demands:
Proven interpersonal and communication skills with ability to relate to individuals and groups diplomatically and tactfully.Sensitivity to the needs and priorities of disadvantaged populations particularly women and children.Working in a multi-cultural setting and commitment to promoting teamwork, gender equality, and sensitivity to hunger and poverty issues.Ability to work under tight deadlines with minimum supervision.Ability to work under pressure in response to changing needs and ability to work well in a team.Ability to travel domestically and internationally, occasionally on short notice.Sound judgment, professionalism, and a positive attitude with the ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment and in sometimes difficult circumstances.Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.Deadline for submission: 4th August 2023.