Head of Renewable Energy

Posted: 1 year ago

Department
Engineering
Location
Abuja, Nigeria
Reporting to
Chief Operating Officer

Job Description

The Head of Renewable Energy is a member of the Senior Management Team, who is responsible championing our clean energy campaign. S/he will lead project implementation teams and carry out strategic activities to secure and promote the organization’s solar business model. S/he will work directly with the Chief Executive Officer and collaborate with the Chief Operating Officer and Business Development Manager on strategic and Compliance subjects.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Review technical specifications for the solar PV electricity components of procurement requests, including viability of the proposed system, and the review the fulfilment of the installation requirements based on the data provided, proposed location(s) and target energy needs.
  • Prepare solar PV electricity system designs according to the locations and target energy demands. Provide estimations of capital costs, Operations and Maintenance (O&M) costs, and potential capital investment costs.
  • Prepare technical specifications, drawings, simulation files, and recommendations for construction and installation of the designs.
  • Oversee the deployment and installation of solar PV electricity.
  • Ensure departmental and operational data is thoroughly and accurately recorded to inform management’s decision making, including all operational activities.
  • Lead the development of program learning - identify opportunities for learning, research and publications in the livestock sector and crop Sector.
  • Provide leadership services and coaching to the renewable energy team.
  • Identify and assist in the development of proposals to secure funding for renewable energy projects.
Key Skills & Competency:
Commitment & Integrity 5
Thought Leader & Subject Matter Expert 5
Excellent written and oral communication skills 4
Excellent people management skills 4
Strategy development and implementation skills 4
Ability to influence decision making and negotiate to obtain desired result 4
Education & Experience

Academic Qualification

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronic or Mechanical Engineering

Professional Experience

One to four years on solar energy systems or solar hybrid systems (review, design based on data).

Professional Experience

Experience in solar irrigation systems.

Professional Experience

Familiarity with at least one PV system design software
Working Conditions

Remuneration

Competitive

Health & Safety

Health Maintenance Plan & Gym Membership

Employee Benefits

Career Development Packages

Work Hours

45 Hours per week

Work Type

Onsite
Salary

Salary: Competitive