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Job Summary

The Project Development Programme is implemented by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) within the scope of the German Energy Solutions Initiative and commissioned by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWi). The Project Development Programme supports German companies that are entering new markets in emerging and developing economies.

• Minimum Qualification: Degree
• Experience Level: Mid level
• Experience Length: 5 years

Job Description/Requirements

Responsibilities and  Tasks:

A. Responsibilities: 

The Project Development Programme is looking for a Technical Advisor who will work together with the project development team in Nigeria. The Technical Advisor will be based in Abuja with the following core responsibilities: 

• Early-stage project development services for solar PV solutions, including site audits and load measurement of the electric consumption at specific production facilities. 
• The identification of project opportunities, initiation of project development, contact management of German and local project partners as well as knowledge management all within the field of renewable energies. 
• Collaboration with private as well as with public stakeholders 
• Support the global team with co-working on innovative PV fields such as Agri-PV or similar. 
• Support with RET project development in humanitarian settings in collaboration with the global team 

B. Tasks: 

The Technical Advisor is expected to also perform the following  tasks besides his core responsibilities 

1. Project Development; 

• Compiles information on the renewable energy market, the  energy legal framework business opportunities in Nigeria
• Proactively builds networks within the industry and identifies  project opportunities and future project partners with  promising ideas and development potential 
• Acts as a facilitator for RE and EE project development: Supports and advises stakeholders and potential partners in the process of generating, structuring and formulating project ideas and concepts. 
• Conducts engineering site audits to collect and verify structural and electrical data (number of connection points,  current supply situation, description of energy mix, energy  consumption and load, tariff structure, equipment in use,  outages and resulting electricity costs, pattern of operation)  as well as other site related information like roof quality and  accessibility, availability of roof (orientation and inclination)  as well as ground spaces (shading) 
• In cases of insufficient load data, management of load measurements or load modelling is necessary for further technical and financial simulations. Must be discussed with and approved by the GIZ PDP Country Manager. 
• Works closely with PDP Country manager and third-party  consultant in the design of solar PV systems and cash-flow modelling in the commercial and industrial sector using  selected simulation tools 
• Works closely with local banks, auditors and regulatory  authorities 
• Presentation of results to the client (local off-taker), with the  goal to convince the client to opt for the proposed  system 
• Supports technical and financial tender evaluation,  where needed. 
• Manages administrative procedures within the GIZ country  office, such as contracts with third parties, travel bookings,  visa procedures and others 

2. Coordination;

• Plans, coordinates and documents meetings, workshops,  seminars and other project activities
• Organizes prepares and implements professional  information and expert workshops
• Manages and assists short-term experts/consultants assigned to projects/programmes in completing their tasks (e.g. consultancy for load measurements) 
• Supports in implementation of business trips organized by  the Delegation of German Industry and Commerce (AHK),  where necessary for German renewable energy companies  to Nigeria
• Compiles an overview of programme activities, deadlines etc. as discussed in team meetings and presents this regularly during the meetings. 

3. Implementation of project activities:

• Implements activities outlined in the existing operation plan and to the satisfaction of PDP and the private partners.
• Assisting in activities in line with the local collaborations with industry associations, humanitarian associations or agricultural associations.  
• Communication, knowledge management and monitoring
• Represents PDP Nigeria in regional conferences,  workshops, seminars and relevant events in collaboration with the project coordinator. 
• Identifies Nigeria-specific tenders in the field of renewable energy and energy efficiency, which are relevant to German companies. 
• Prepares PR contributions identifies appropriate distribution channels in case of significant events and compiles articles for newsletters. 
• Assists with PR work for the programme. 
• Organises and updates programme documentation in the data management system. 
• Continuously updates the local contact database.
• Updates information on project progress, documents and reports regularly on the internal monitoring platform. 
• Assists with report writing for all project activities undertaken. 

Other Duties/Additional Tasks:

• Carries out other tasks at the request of the superior.

Required Qualifications: 

C. Required qualifications, competencies and experience:

• Minimum of University degree (MSc, BSc.), in energy, engineering, renewable energy economics or related field Professional Competencies and Experience 
• Minimum of 5 years of working experience in the renewable energy industry or energy engineering industry, preferably RET project development, business development, market development, or energy sector development. 
• Knowledge in the area of renewable energy and energy efficiency; knowledge in site audits and specifically performing load measurements is an advantage. 
• In-depth experience in project development (renewables or other industries) is a prerequisite. 
• Knowledge in the area of project finance is an asset Other knowledge, additional competences 
• Existing network within the RE and/or EE industry and/or any other industry with high energy consumption, especially the C&I sector, is a plus. 
• Excellent networking and communication skills. 
• A good team player who is willing to take on responsibility and work independently 
• Strong organizational skills, administrative and event organization experience is a plus. 
• Highly motivated to work in a multicultural environment. 
• Proven ability to multi-task across various planning and implementation processes within a highly demanding and competitive environment
• Willingness to travel abroad and to project sites across the country.
• Very good knowledge of English, both spoken and written, German would be an asset

GIZ is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity. All qualified candidates, regardless of age, sex, ethnicity, race and religion are encouraged to apply. 

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