Deutsche Gesellschaft fur Internationale Zusammenarbeit is inviting credible applicants who are willing to partake in its ongoing recruitment to fill the position below:
Job Title: Advisor on Sustainable Energy Access (On-Grid)
Job ID: 023
Location: Abuja
Organization: GIZ Nigeria, Nigerian Energy Support Programme (NESP)
About Deutsche Gesellschaft fur Internationale Zusammenarbeit: The Deutsche Gesellschaft fur Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH (German Agency for International Cooperation) is an international enterprise owned by the German Federal government, operating in many fields across more than 130 countries.In Nigeria, GIZ’s portfolio includes among others, a programme to support the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) in its regional integration goals. The programme aims to strengthen sector-specific capacities in the areas of Peace and Security, Customs and Trade as weir as Strategic Management and Organizational Development in the ECOWAS Commission.
Job Requirements
- University Degree in the field of Mechanical/Industrial/Civil/Electrical Engineering, Law, Economics, Finance, Business and Administration and/or Environmental Sciences or any similar qualifications, preferably with a specialization on clean/renewable energy.
Professional Experience:
- At least 4 years of experience working for or supporting privately led rural energy access projects, large-scale on-grid renewable projects, or their enabling framework in Nigeria, preferably for an international organization.
- Knowledge of the institutional set-up as well as the framework of the Nigerian energy sector on the Federal and State levels (incl. familiarity with Nigerian Energy Transition Plan – pathways and implementation strategies)
- Proven experience managing relationships and collaborating with the DisCos and Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN).
- Previous work experience with Disco is an advantage
- Advantage: Proven experience in creating financial access for electrification projects.
- Strong networking skills and ability to work in complex settings with Government, non-government, and private actors.
How to Submit Your Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Letter of Motivation as one document with complete contact details to: [email protected] using the Job Title and Vacancy no. 025 as the subject of the email.
Note
- Please include Vacancy No. 025 in the mail subject.
- GIZ is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity. All qualified candidates, regardless of age, sex, ethnicity, race, and religion are encouraged to apply.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Application Closing Date
22nd March, 2023.
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