Project Personnel Job in UNIDO, Uganda

Project Personnel Job in UNIDO, Uganda

Project Personnel Job in UNIDO : The 2nd support phase of UNIDO follows-up on the project “Establishment and First Operational Phase of the East African Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (EACREEE)”, which was implemented in partnership with the EAC Secretariat between 2013 and 2019. UNIDO moderated the complex intergovernmental decision-making process and provided services for institution-building and technical program development under the Global Network of Regional Sustainable Energy Centres (GN-SEC) Programme. The 2nd support phase is based on the findings of an undertaken external mid-term review, SWOT and PESTLE analysis of EACREEE.

The assessments have confirmed the continuing relevance and value proposition of EACREEE. They draw positive conclusions about the achievements and performance of the centre. EACREEE has full legal identity as EAC Centre of Excellence, hosted by the Makerere University College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology (CEDAT) in Kampala, Uganda. Its’ governance structure and rules and procedures are fully operational. Over the past years, the centre has built up a network of national focal institutions and various international partnerships. EACREEE has implemented initial technical activities and developed a project pipeline. The centre is well-connected to EAC processes and an active member of the GN-SEC.

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​​Requisition ID: 2619
Grade: ISA-Junior Specialist
Country: Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala
Category: International Consultant
Type of Job Posting: Internal and External
Employment Type: NonStaff-Regular
Contract Duration: 1 year with possibility of extension
Application Deadline: 21-Aug-2023, 11:59 PM (CEST)

Vacancy Announcement

TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT OF PROJECT PERSONNEL

Female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

MINIMUM ORGANIZATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Education : Advanced university degree in energy (policy, economics or engineering) is required; special focus or additional qualification in renewable energy and/or energy efficiency is desirable./ Project Personnel Job in UNIDO

Technical and Functional Experience for the Project Personnel Job in UNIDO

1. At least three (3) years of work experience in technical positions in the energy or electricity sector in one or several countries of the East African Community (EAC) is required.

2. Good knowledge of the urban and rural energy challenges of the EAC region is required.

3. Demonstrated knowledge of renewable energy and energy efficiency technology characteristics, economics, policies, incentives and business models is required.

4. A good contact network to key energy institutions, utilities, universities and private sector in the EAC is desirable.

5. Experience in international development cooperation and coordination with development partners, including the United Nations (UN) and development banks, is desirable./ Project Personnel Job in UNIDO

6. Good analytical writing, presentation and communication skills are required. The application shall show-case a track-record of written project concepts or reports.

7. Proficiency in Microsoft processing software (e.g. word, excel) is required.

8. Demonstrated understanding of gender equality and women’s empowerment in the field of energy, as well as the interconnections between energy and sustainable development.

9. Ability to work under pressure and handle politically and culturally sensitive issues in a diplomatic manner.

Language

Fluency in written and spoken English is required. Working knowledge of French and another official UN languages is desirable.

All applications must be submitted online through the Online Recruitment System. Correspondence will be undertaken only with candidates who are being considered at an advanced phase of the selection process. Selected candidate(s) may be required to disclose to the Director General the nature and scope of financial and other personal interests and assets in respect of themselves, their spouses and dependents, under the procedures established by the Director General./ Project Personnel Job in UNIDO

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