Job description
We are looking for a skilled candidate who also aligns with our organisational values that include service, teamwork, stewardship, continuous improvement and respect for others.
SUPERVISOR: Director – Operations (EMEA)
CROSS-FUNCTIONAL REPORTING TO: National Director – Habitat for Humanity Uganda
TRAVEL: Up to 50% to field sites in Uganda
TERM: Up to 3 years, per grant funding
Responsibilities
Oversee the tendering of Project Management & Engineering Works for the power facility (estimated at $5-6 Million USD)
Manage contracts & service agreements with Engineers & Contractors
Manage relationships with the Rural Electrification Agency & Energy Regulation Authority, including securing all required regulatory approvals
Develop strong partnerships with District Local Governments to support implementation and advance a long term energy agenda
Engage with consumers to identify household energy needs & identify opportunities for product delivery
Engage with Financial Service Providers to develop products that enable clean energy uptake
Engage with other market actors to improve products & services
Support the development of additional, complementary initiatives related to household energy as needed
Timely completion of all reporting requirements
Ensure compliance with all donor regulations
Participate as part of leadership and management teams, as needed
Requirements
Relevant university degree in Development or Engineering required
Master’s degree preferred
7-10 years of experience managing multi-year programmes of similar size & complexity
Demonstrated knowledge of clean energy and electricity distribution systems
Demonstrated understanding of participatory development principles, practices & standards combined with practical experience in implementation
Demonstrated understanding of market based principles & approaches combined with practical experience in implementation
Experience with behaviour change methodologies and strategies
Must be eligible to work in Kenya and Uganda without visa sponsorship
APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 31, 2018
