JOB PURPOSE
This role will be responsible to expand the renewable energy business by working closely with CFAO Kenya Subsidiaries and partners to:
Conceptualize and implement renewable energy projects targeting consumers in the Commercial & Industrial energy sector AND E-Mobility
Coordinate the implementation of the renewable energy related Carbon Neutral Initiatives among CFAO group in Kenya and any other assigned countries.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE JOB
Identify and approach energy consumers in the commercial and Industrial sector:
Develop renewable energy solution concepts and pitch them to customers:
Deal negotiation and closure:
Set and meet annual target installations of renewable energy systems.
Coordinate with internal Technical, Financial, Legal teams and other stakeholders to enable timely and informed decision towards project implementation as per internal procedures.
Make proposals and implement renewable energy related carbon neutral initiatives within CFAO group companies assigned.
Develop and implement monitoring and reporting framework on the impact of executed renewable energy related carbon neutral initiatives in the group.
Provide support to the division’s team responsible for the development of utility scale renewable energy projects.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
(Minimum level of academic and professional qualification required to perform effectively in the role)
Degree in Project Management or any other related field
Minimum level of experience required to perform effectively in the role
5 Years’ experience with at least 2 years in project development and management in renewable energy sector.
Experience in Solar energy for commercial and industrial use will be an added advantage
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Internal customers
Infrastructure Division – CFAO Group
Corporate Division – Shared Services
External Customers
CFAO Kenya & CFAO SAS subsidiaries in the region
Customers/Stakeholders in Renewable Energy Sector
COMPETENCES
Technical
Accurate data collection, analysis, and evaluation
Preparation and pitching of solution concepts reflecting recommendations from the data collected
Land acquisition, licensing and permitting
Utility Energy regulatory processes in Kenya
Customer profiling and segmentation
Deal closing including contracting process
ICT Savvy with Ms Excel, Ms PowerPoint, and Ms Word skills
Functional
Negotiation Skills
Communication and Presentation skills (Proficiency in English and Kiswahili language required)
Prioritization skills
Networking skills
Task planning and execution within defined procedures and timelines
Behavior
Love for the sun rays – You are relentless in your pursuit to promote adoption of solar energy to reduce energy cost while promoting environmental sustainability.
Business acumen– knows how business works; knowledgeable in current and possible future policies, practices, trends, technology and information affecting the business; knows the competition; is aware of how strategies and tactics work in the marketplace
Strategic agility – Sees ahead clearly; can anticipate future consequences and trends accurately; has broad knowledge and perspective; is future oriented; can create competitive and breakthrough strategies and plans; can articulately paint credible pictures and visions of possibilities and likelihoods
Perspective – Looks toward the broadest possible view of an issue/challenge; has broad-ranging personal and business interests and pursuits; can easily pose future scenarios; can discuss multiple aspects and impacts of issues and project them into the future
Technical learning – Is good at learning new industry, company, product or technical knowledge
Quality decisions – Makes good decisions (without considering how much time it takes) based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment; most of your solutions turn out to be correct and accurate when judged over time
Problem solving – Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; is excellent at honest feedback; looks beyond the obvious and doesn’t stop at the first answers; probes all fruitful sources for answers
Interpersonal skills – Is self-aware, and has ability to relate with people across all levels of hierarchy as appropriate, to ensure achievement of personal targets
Organisational positioning skills – Understanding of organisation structure both formal and informal, is sensitive to how people and organisations function; anticipates where the landmines are and plans his/her approach accordingly; views politics as a necessary part of organisational life and works to adjust to that reality.
Energy and drive – Has speed and agility: taking quick and timely action; seizes more opportunities than others, pursues everything with energy, drive and a need to finish; seldom gives up before finishing especially in the face of resistance or setbacks.
Love for the sun rays – You are relentless in your pursuit to promote adoption of solar energy to reduce energy cost while promoting environmental sustainability.
Integrity and trust – Trusted individuals who can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful manner, keeps confidence, admits mistakes, and doesn’t misrepresent themselves for personal gain
Apply via :
cfaokenya.co.ke
