Energy Assistant

Summary of the position

The Assistant Energy Officer is responsible to support the implementation of clean cooking solutions and energy-related business initiatives. This role involves engaging with refugee and host communities, supporting the development of energy cooperatives, and contributing to the project’s objectives to enhance livelihoods, reduce deforestation, and promote sustainable energy solutions.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Project Implementation

Assist in establishing and supporting energy cooperatives (Fuel-Efficient Stoves and Briquette Production).

Support the delivery of technical training on the production of fuel-efficient stoves and briquettes using locally available materials.

Monitor and provide hands-on support for cooperatives during the production and marketing of clean energy products.

Prepares plan of action and budget for the programs and act accordingly

Coordinate and manage all project activities of the proposal, to include the establishment of indicators for its impact on sustainable energy awareness in the Community as well as an appropriate review and feedback mechanism for facilitating continuous improvement

Identify target groups to be supported and properly document  the selection and distribution lists both in soft and hard copy

Prepares and submits periodic (weekly, monthly, quarter ) reports to project manager  with the required reporting format

Community Engagement

Facilitate awareness campaigns to promote clean cooking solutions among refugee and host communities.

Assist in the identification and selection of vulnerable households to receive clean cooking stoves and briquettes.

Engage with local leaders, stakeholders, and community members to address challenges and improve adoption of clean energy solutions.

Prepares and submits periodic (weekly, monthly, quarter) reports to project manager  with the required reporting format

Capacity Building

Provide coaching and mentoring to cooperative members on business development and technical skills.

Support the preparation and implementation of business plans for cooperatives.

Facilitate experience-sharing sessions with cooperatives and stakeholders to enhance their skills and knowledge.

Monitoring and Reporting

Collect data and track the progress of project activities.

Assist in compiling reports on the adoption of clean cooking solutions and cooperative performance.

Identify and document lessons learned and success stories for dissemination.

Coordinate consultancies for the energy activities including for feasibility study

Mobilize community via context appropriate methodologies to attract community participation.

Mainstream gender and child protection issues in the ongoing programs, implementing partners and different community structures.

Monitors and evaluate the implementation of program activities on continuous basis and take feasible corrective actions based on the findings.

Perform any other duties in keeping with job function as assigned by the Project Manager/area manager or his or her designate.

Contacts:

External Contacts 

Local Government & wider community.

Partner organization/beneficiary etc….

Monitoring agencies 

Internal Contacts

MEA Team

Operations Team (Finance, Logistics & HR)

Educational Qualification and Experience

B.Sc. degree in degree in engineering, climate change, environmental science, business development or economics, with a minimum of two years practical work experience.

Special Requirements 

Commitment to and understanding of ZOA’s aims, values and principles Commitment to the vision and mission of ZOA Relief Hope Recovery;

Quality report and documentation skill

Demonstrated ability to meet strict deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members in a cross-cultural environment

Computer literacy skills with standard business software (including Word, Excel and Power Point

Good Communications Skill both English and local language

Full professional proficiency in spoken and written English,

Self-reliant in computer skills,

How To Apply

ZOA operates with an equal opportunities policy and is committed to diversity in the workplace. Qualified women and men, people of all nationalities, and cultural backgrounds, and candidates with disabilities are welcome to apply.

 If you are interested in this position, please apply directly via Ethiojobs.net.

CV’s of no more than 3 pages in length are appreciated.

Please provide at least 3 references related to your previous employment listed in the application. References of previous positions held should not be older than five years.

Only selected candidates will be contacted and invited to participate in the process of recruitment. It is our aim to inform all other candidates of their status in the recruitment process within 4 weeks after the vacancy has closed. An assessment may be part of the recruitment procedure. Documents that do not match the profile above will not be considered. Internal candidates will have priority, in case of similar results.

Please note that, as part of its recruitment process, ZOA carries out background and reference checks for all candidates. As ZOA participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, all reference checks include a written questionnaire: the “Statement of Conduct”, which will be sent to past employers regarding Misconduct (such as sexual exploitation, abuse or harassment). 

“Women are highly encouraged to apply for the position”

Also we reserve the right to stop accepting applications before the end date if we find a suitable candidate.