VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT: ENERGY INFRASTRUCTURE EXPERT
NO.VA/NPCA/15/09
The African Union Commission has signed a grant with the African Development Bank (the Bank) and the African Development Fund (the Fund), on behalf of the NEPAD Agency and the Regional Economic Communities (RECs) – to support the implementation of the Programme for Infrastructure Development in Africa (PIDA) – through the PIDA Capacity Building Project (PIDA CAP), Project I.D. No. P-Z1-KF0-021 (the “Project”), pursuant to the terms of the Protocol of Agreement Letter of Agreement dated 29 January 2014 between the Bank and the AU Commission for a technical assistance grant.
The NEPAD Agency, as the executing agency for the PIDA Priority Action Plan (PAP), is mandated to coordinate and operationalise the RECs Capacity Building Programme for effective implementation of the PIDA priority action plan (PAP).
The implementation of the PIDA Programme will be anchored on the effort of RECs and their member states to make bankable, over 400 projects (i.e. PAP2020), generated from the approved 51 PIDA Programmes/Projects.
The PIDA Capacity Building Project will focus initially on PIDA PAP2020 - a “Shortlist” of short to medium term priority projects - consisting of 16 to 150 PIDA priority projects agreed with RECs, with the remaining projects, forming the “pipeline” from which to draw technical sound projects into the priority “Shortlist”.
The NEPAD Planning and Coordinating Agency invites applicants who are citizens of African Union Member States for the post of Energy Infrastructure Expert.
A. Post
Job Title: Energy Infrastructure Expert
Duty Station: NEPAD Planning and Coordinating Agency, Midrand,
Johannesburg, South Africa
Supervisor: Head of Infrastructure Strategic Business Unit (ISBU)
B. OBJECTIVE:
The main objective of the Energy Infrastructure Expert is to coordinate sector PIDA PAP project preparation and implementation activities, as well as provide lead-support role to RECs Technical Experts - to advance implementation of the PIDA PAP2020 projects, in particular – the “Short-list” of PIDA priority projects.
C. Key Performance Areas:
The Energy Infrastructure Expert under the day-to-day supervision of the Head of Infrastructure Strategic Business Unit (ISBU), will have the following Key Performance Areas:
1. Develop an annual Work Plan, based on a logical framework of activities, to implement and monitor the implementation of the “shortlist” of the PIDA PAP Energy projects, based on relevant indicators, baselines, targets, outputs/deliverables and expected outcomes.
2. In consultation with RECs, select and prioritize PIDA PAP Energy projects – to be moved through the project preparation cycle, to achieve critical milestones such as technical feasibility; and/or commercial bankability, financial close and implementation.
3. In collaboration and consultation with RECs counterparts, prepare and submit grant applications and Project Information Memorandum (PIMs), to Project Preparation Facilities/Funds (PPFs) – for project preparation/development, and structuring/transaction support for the 16 PIDA DFS projects.
4. Define the scope and strategy of PIDA PAP Energy infrastructure priority projects - data collection requirement and treatment. And ensure regular updating of Project Fiches (or Profiles) in VPIC portal through AID.
5. In collaboration and consultation with RECs, facilitate and promote for inclusion of PIDA PAP Energy projects, in National Development Plans (NDPs), or Public Investment Plans (PIPs) of PIDA PAP projects implementing member states.
6. Assist RECs to investigate and facilitate project preparation/development, and financing of PIDA PAP Energy projects with risk-sharing potential with the private sector; and make recommendations for such projects to be implemented through PPP, or private investment modalities.
7. Assist RECs to investigate and facilitate establishment of innovative financing instruments, and operational modalities such as Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs), and Special Purpose Public Authorities (SPPAs) respectively – to facilitate implementation and effective management of transnational PIDA PAP Energy projects/programmes.
8. In collaboration with PIDA M&E Focal Point at NEPAD – prepare quarterly progress reports (QPRs), and annual report (AR), for PIDA PAP Energy projects/programmes under implementation by RECs, and specialized institutions and lead agencies at national level.
9. Perform any other related duty as may be assigned.
D. Deliverables:
The Energy Infrastructure Expert at NEPAD, in collaboration and consultation with RECs Technical Experts shall have the following key deliverables:
i. Prepare on a quarterly basis - Progress Report with attached Sector Project Profiles/Fiches - analyzing and updating the “status and movement” of PIDA PAP2020 projects along the project cycle.
ii. The Progress Report shall be distilled into two (2) “status and movement” highlights relating to (1) the “Shortlist” of projects (i.e. PAP16 to 150), and (2) the remaining “longlist” of PAP2020 Projects.
iii. Prepare half-yearly and annual Sector Outlook reports, illustrating the state of Infrastructure development in Africa, and the extent of the impact of the PIDA investments, in accelerating regional infrastructure development and regional integration in Africa.
iv. In collaboration with sector expert-consultants, and PIDA M&E focal point at NEPAD – prepare a consolidated Half-yearly and, an Annual Infrastructure Outlook Reports on PIDA Implementation, for dissemination and sharing with public and private sector stakeholders.
E. Required Skills and Competencies:
The Energy Infrastructure Expert shall be a national of an AU member state, and shall have the following required skills and competencies:
i. Demonstrate knowledge and have experience of at least, one key value-chain activity, of the project preparation cycle.
ii. Sound knowledge and experience in project finance, and/or project management.
iii. Excellent knowledge and experience of Infrastructure public-private partnerships (PPP) modalities.
iv. Knowledge and experience in data collection and application of statistical tools.
v. Knowledge and experience in developing, or actively participated in monitoring and evaluation (M&E) activities - in a project implementation environment.
vi. Experience in public sector management or working modalities in Africa, either at national or regional or international level..
vii. Excellent written and oral communication and reporting skills.
viii. Ability to work under minimal supervision with sound judgment, and tight deadline delivery.
ix. High level of integrity and accountability, flexible approaches to work coupled with enthusiasm, commitment and energetic.
x. Ability to leverage limited resources and staff for maximum impact.
xi. Ability to perform multiple tasks and work under pressure with a wide range of individuals and institutions.
xii. Creative thinking and problem solving skills.
xiii. Good organisational, planning and time management skills.
xiv. Sound analytical skills.
xv. Ability to work in a multi-cultural and multi-national environment.
F. Education and Experience: The Energy Infrastructure Expert shall have a minimum qualification of Master’s degree in Electrical engineering,Hydropower/Dam engineering, Mechanical engineering, Industrial engineering or related field with a minimum relevant experience of (five) 5 years working preferably in an infrastructure development-related environment or a Bachelor’s degree with 10 years relevant work experience.
G. Other relevant skills:
i. Excellent technical knowledge and understanding of electrical/power and hydropower systems/sub-systems, including their operational inter-relationships.
ii. Knowledge and proven experience of project-preparation; project-development;
iii. Project-structuring/transaction support; and project financing will be advantage.
iv. Excellent technical knowledge and understanding of intermodal Energy principles, policies, and practices including their operational inter-relationships.
v. Demonstrate knowledge and experience of development policy in the African context, or developing world context at national, regional, international, or development finance institution level.
vi. Ability to conduct independent research on global and regional economic, social and development issues.
vii. Strong drafting and analytical skills and proven ability to produce reports and
viii. Concept papers on developmental issues.
ix. Demonstrate ability to initiate, develop and complete programme of work, and assess implications and formulate recommendations.
x. Knowledge of the African Union and NEPAD.
xi. Excellent working knowledge of computer applications (Microsoft office).
H. Tenure of Appointment:
The appointment will be made on an initial contract period of one (1) year. The appointment will be renewable upon satisfactory assessment of performance.
I. Applications should be forwarded utilizing ‘’Arial’’ font 11.5: To apply, please submit the following:
• A motivation letter stating reasons for seeking this vacant position and employment with NEPAD.
• Detailed and updated curriculum vitae (CV), not exceeding five (5) pages, and indicating your nationality and gender.
• Three (3) referees with knowledge of the candidate’s work, furnishing full contact details, telephone, fax and email addresses.
• Certified copies of degrees and diplomas.
J. Remuneration: Indicative lumpsum pay of US$78,600.00 per annum or US$6,550.00 per month plus other entitlements e.g. medical aid (80% contribution by NEPAD) and 22 days annual leave.
K. Language requirements:
Proficiency in one of the following (English, French, Portuguese and Arabic) African Union working languages is a requirement. Knowledge of one or more, of the other AU working languages, will be an advantage.
L. Applications must be received not later than Monday, 11 May 2015 and should be addressed to:
Head of Human Resources
NEPAD Planning and Coordinating Agency
P O Box 218; Midrand, 1685
Johannesburg
South Africa
Email: hr@nepad.org
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD) is a vision and strategic framework for Africa’s renewal that is based on a shared understanding that it is imperative to eradicate poverty and position African countries on the road to sustained economic growth and development. NEPAD Agency works closely with the African Union Commission (AUC), regional economic communities, national governments, research institutions and civil society organisations in its efforts to eradicate poverty in Africa whilst also voicing Africa´s concerns at the global level. For more information go to: www.nepad.org
NO.VA/NPCA/15/09
The African Union Commission has signed a grant with the African Development Bank (the Bank) and the African Development Fund (the Fund), on behalf of the NEPAD Agency and the Regional Economic Communities (RECs) – to support the implementation of the Programme for Infrastructure Development in Africa (PIDA) – through the PIDA Capacity Building Project (PIDA CAP), Project I.D. No. P-Z1-KF0-021 (the “Project”), pursuant to the terms of the Protocol of Agreement Letter of Agreement dated 29 January 2014 between the Bank and the AU Commission for a technical assistance grant.
The NEPAD Agency, as the executing agency for the PIDA Priority Action Plan (PAP), is mandated to coordinate and operationalise the RECs Capacity Building Programme for effective implementation of the PIDA priority action plan (PAP).
The implementation of the PIDA Programme will be anchored on the effort of RECs and their member states to make bankable, over 400 projects (i.e. PAP2020), generated from the approved 51 PIDA Programmes/Projects.
The PIDA Capacity Building Project will focus initially on PIDA PAP2020 - a “Shortlist” of short to medium term priority projects - consisting of 16 to 150 PIDA priority projects agreed with RECs, with the remaining projects, forming the “pipeline” from which to draw technical sound projects into the priority “Shortlist”.
The NEPAD Planning and Coordinating Agency invites applicants who are citizens of African Union Member States for the post of Energy Infrastructure Expert.
A. Post
Job Title: Energy Infrastructure Expert
Duty Station: NEPAD Planning and Coordinating Agency, Midrand,
Johannesburg, South Africa
Supervisor: Head of Infrastructure Strategic Business Unit (ISBU)
B. OBJECTIVE:
The main objective of the Energy Infrastructure Expert is to coordinate sector PIDA PAP project preparation and implementation activities, as well as provide lead-support role to RECs Technical Experts - to advance implementation of the PIDA PAP2020 projects, in particular – the “Short-list” of PIDA priority projects.
C. Key Performance Areas:
The Energy Infrastructure Expert under the day-to-day supervision of the Head of Infrastructure Strategic Business Unit (ISBU), will have the following Key Performance Areas:
1. Develop an annual Work Plan, based on a logical framework of activities, to implement and monitor the implementation of the “shortlist” of the PIDA PAP Energy projects, based on relevant indicators, baselines, targets, outputs/deliverables and expected outcomes.
2. In consultation with RECs, select and prioritize PIDA PAP Energy projects – to be moved through the project preparation cycle, to achieve critical milestones such as technical feasibility; and/or commercial bankability, financial close and implementation.
3. In collaboration and consultation with RECs counterparts, prepare and submit grant applications and Project Information Memorandum (PIMs), to Project Preparation Facilities/Funds (PPFs) – for project preparation/development, and structuring/transaction support for the 16 PIDA DFS projects.
4. Define the scope and strategy of PIDA PAP Energy infrastructure priority projects - data collection requirement and treatment. And ensure regular updating of Project Fiches (or Profiles) in VPIC portal through AID.
5. In collaboration and consultation with RECs, facilitate and promote for inclusion of PIDA PAP Energy projects, in National Development Plans (NDPs), or Public Investment Plans (PIPs) of PIDA PAP projects implementing member states.
6. Assist RECs to investigate and facilitate project preparation/development, and financing of PIDA PAP Energy projects with risk-sharing potential with the private sector; and make recommendations for such projects to be implemented through PPP, or private investment modalities.
7. Assist RECs to investigate and facilitate establishment of innovative financing instruments, and operational modalities such as Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs), and Special Purpose Public Authorities (SPPAs) respectively – to facilitate implementation and effective management of transnational PIDA PAP Energy projects/programmes.
8. In collaboration with PIDA M&E Focal Point at NEPAD – prepare quarterly progress reports (QPRs), and annual report (AR), for PIDA PAP Energy projects/programmes under implementation by RECs, and specialized institutions and lead agencies at national level.
9. Perform any other related duty as may be assigned.
D. Deliverables:
The Energy Infrastructure Expert at NEPAD, in collaboration and consultation with RECs Technical Experts shall have the following key deliverables:
i. Prepare on a quarterly basis - Progress Report with attached Sector Project Profiles/Fiches - analyzing and updating the “status and movement” of PIDA PAP2020 projects along the project cycle.
ii. The Progress Report shall be distilled into two (2) “status and movement” highlights relating to (1) the “Shortlist” of projects (i.e. PAP16 to 150), and (2) the remaining “longlist” of PAP2020 Projects.
iii. Prepare half-yearly and annual Sector Outlook reports, illustrating the state of Infrastructure development in Africa, and the extent of the impact of the PIDA investments, in accelerating regional infrastructure development and regional integration in Africa.
iv. In collaboration with sector expert-consultants, and PIDA M&E focal point at NEPAD – prepare a consolidated Half-yearly and, an Annual Infrastructure Outlook Reports on PIDA Implementation, for dissemination and sharing with public and private sector stakeholders.
E. Required Skills and Competencies:
The Energy Infrastructure Expert shall be a national of an AU member state, and shall have the following required skills and competencies:
i. Demonstrate knowledge and have experience of at least, one key value-chain activity, of the project preparation cycle.
ii. Sound knowledge and experience in project finance, and/or project management.
iii. Excellent knowledge and experience of Infrastructure public-private partnerships (PPP) modalities.
iv. Knowledge and experience in data collection and application of statistical tools.
v. Knowledge and experience in developing, or actively participated in monitoring and evaluation (M&E) activities - in a project implementation environment.
vi. Experience in public sector management or working modalities in Africa, either at national or regional or international level..
vii. Excellent written and oral communication and reporting skills.
viii. Ability to work under minimal supervision with sound judgment, and tight deadline delivery.
ix. High level of integrity and accountability, flexible approaches to work coupled with enthusiasm, commitment and energetic.
x. Ability to leverage limited resources and staff for maximum impact.
xi. Ability to perform multiple tasks and work under pressure with a wide range of individuals and institutions.
xii. Creative thinking and problem solving skills.
xiii. Good organisational, planning and time management skills.
xiv. Sound analytical skills.
xv. Ability to work in a multi-cultural and multi-national environment.
F. Education and Experience: The Energy Infrastructure Expert shall have a minimum qualification of Master’s degree in Electrical engineering,Hydropower/Dam engineering, Mechanical engineering, Industrial engineering or related field with a minimum relevant experience of (five) 5 years working preferably in an infrastructure development-related environment or a Bachelor’s degree with 10 years relevant work experience.
G. Other relevant skills:
i. Excellent technical knowledge and understanding of electrical/power and hydropower systems/sub-systems, including their operational inter-relationships.
ii. Knowledge and proven experience of project-preparation; project-development;
iii. Project-structuring/transaction support; and project financing will be advantage.
iv. Excellent technical knowledge and understanding of intermodal Energy principles, policies, and practices including their operational inter-relationships.
v. Demonstrate knowledge and experience of development policy in the African context, or developing world context at national, regional, international, or development finance institution level.
vi. Ability to conduct independent research on global and regional economic, social and development issues.
vii. Strong drafting and analytical skills and proven ability to produce reports and
viii. Concept papers on developmental issues.
ix. Demonstrate ability to initiate, develop and complete programme of work, and assess implications and formulate recommendations.
x. Knowledge of the African Union and NEPAD.
xi. Excellent working knowledge of computer applications (Microsoft office).
H. Tenure of Appointment:
The appointment will be made on an initial contract period of one (1) year. The appointment will be renewable upon satisfactory assessment of performance.
I. Applications should be forwarded utilizing ‘’Arial’’ font 11.5: To apply, please submit the following:
• A motivation letter stating reasons for seeking this vacant position and employment with NEPAD.
• Detailed and updated curriculum vitae (CV), not exceeding five (5) pages, and indicating your nationality and gender.
• Three (3) referees with knowledge of the candidate’s work, furnishing full contact details, telephone, fax and email addresses.
• Certified copies of degrees and diplomas.
J. Remuneration: Indicative lumpsum pay of US$78,600.00 per annum or US$6,550.00 per month plus other entitlements e.g. medical aid (80% contribution by NEPAD) and 22 days annual leave.
K. Language requirements:
Proficiency in one of the following (English, French, Portuguese and Arabic) African Union working languages is a requirement. Knowledge of one or more, of the other AU working languages, will be an advantage.
L. Applications must be received not later than Monday, 11 May 2015 and should be addressed to:
Head of Human Resources
NEPAD Planning and Coordinating Agency
P O Box 218; Midrand, 1685
Johannesburg
South Africa
Email: hr@nepad.org
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD) is a vision and strategic framework for Africa’s renewal that is based on a shared understanding that it is imperative to eradicate poverty and position African countries on the road to sustained economic growth and development. NEPAD Agency works closely with the African Union Commission (AUC), regional economic communities, national governments, research institutions and civil society organisations in its efforts to eradicate poverty in Africa whilst also voicing Africa´s concerns at the global level. For more information go to: www.nepad.org
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