Duties

Provide technical advisory support to the energy administration in defining strategic goals for the implementation of the energy transition and in drafting regulatory provisions to promote renewable energy.
Identify, develop and foster partnerships and strategic alliances with relevant stakeholders from the public and private sectors, civil society, academia, and strategic partners in the region.
Provide technical support for the development of renewable energy and energy efficiency projects together with the private sector including financial aspects (e.g. supporting the acquisition of funds).
Responsible for conducting studies on the integration of renewable energy and implementation of energy efficiency measures.
Provide content-related and organizational support for public discourse among relevant actors in national and regional energy policy.
Profile requirements

Qualifications

University degree in business administration, procurement or supply master’s level degree in engineering or economics, preferably with a focus on renewable energy,
Candidate must be a Citizen of Grenada or hold a valid work permit for this country.
Professional Experience and required competences

5 to 10 years of professional experience in the fields of renewable energy, energy efficiency, battery storage, ideally with part of this experience gained in the Caribbean region,
At least 3 years of work experience in providing technical assistance to power sector stakeholders and decision-makers on energy planning, regulations, and strategies,
Practical experience in process facilitation, as well as policy and regulatory advisory for introducing energy service models and facilitating the energy transition overall,
Proven knowledge of energy policies on a national and regional level,
Languages, applications and other competences

Excellent communication, diplomatic and interpersonal skills, experience in managing complex and politically sensitive processes,
Strong networking skills, intercultural sensitivity and ability to identify and engage relevant local as well as international stakeholders, both public and private,
Excellent organizational and analytical skills,
Strong team player with excellent facilitation, conflict resolution and negotiation skills,
Excellent communication, diplomatic, and interpersonal skills, as well as experience in managing complex and politically sensitive processes, are all qualities that are essential for this position role,
Very good organizational and prioritization skills, the ability and interest to work in a team and the willingness to familiarize oneself with new topics,
Strong advisory skills,
Willingness to upskill as required by the tasks to be performed,
Willingness to travel in/outside the region regularly,
Work experience with a private sector company and/or project developer
Valid driver’s license or willingness to acquire one.

Application Information

Documentation

CV (max. 2 pages), Motivation letter and (2) two reference letters.
All in PDF & in English, max size 4MB