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|Job title=Energy Specialist
 
|Job title=Energy Specialist
|Organisation=World Bank Group
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|Organisation=The World Bank
|City=Pretoria
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|City=Niamey
|Country=South Africa
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|Country=Niger
 
|Region=Sub-Saharan Africa
 
|Region=Sub-Saharan Africa
|Type of job=consultancy contract
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|Type of job=temporary contract
|Duration (in months)=12 months
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|Duration (in months)=36 months
|Sector=Energy Access
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|Sector=Renewable Energy
|Application deadline=2023/04/06
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|Application deadline=2024/02/08
|URL=https://worldbankgroup.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?id=21748&site=1
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|URL=https://unjobs.org/vacancies/1721237285275
 
|Language of description=English
 
|Language of description=English
|Job description=Working at the World Bank Group provides a unique opportunity for you to help our clients solve their most significant development challenges. The World Bank Group is one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries; a unique global partnership of five institutions dedicated to ending extreme poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development. With 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide, we work with public and private sector partners, investing in groundbreaking projects and using data, research, and technology to develop solutions to the most urgent global challenges.
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|Job description=Duties & Accountabilities
  
Duties & Accountabilities
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The selected candidate will report to the Practice Manager and will work closely with the Task Team Leader for the projects in the country. These are the specific responsibilities:
  
The Southern Africa Energy Unit (IAEE3) seeks an Extended Term Consultant (Energy Specialist) to be based in Pretoria, South Africa, to support the unit’s strategic, advisory, and operational work. Specifically, the candidate will engage in analytical work and in investment operations in South Africa and neighboring countries including the Southern Africa Power Pool. The work program centers on the just energy transition, coal power decommissioning, green hydrogen, sector and utility reform, and increasing regional integration.
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*As part of project teams, contribute to prepare, appraise, negotiate and supervise investment operations in the energy sector;
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*Support the coordination with development partners to enhance synergies and development outcomes;
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*Supporting teams in developing knowledge products and operational instruments to support Bank clients and advise relevant task teams in sector reforms and energy access;
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*Contribute to business development in selected countries;
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*Actively participate in overseeing World Bank-supported energy country programs in the region with the aim to enhance quality and pro-poor focus and accelerate implementation;
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*Contribute to develop and maintain close relationships with local public and private stakeholders, support policy dialogue and keep abreast of developments in the energy sector;
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*Contribute to analytical work related to: the shift towards clean energy, development of strategies for achieving financial viability and increasing energy access in Sub Saharan Africa in a sustainable manner;
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This requisition is open to WBG staff as well as External candidates.
  
 
Selection Criteria
 
Selection Criteria
  
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*Master's degree in energy engineering/planning/economics or equivalent areas relevant for energy/extractives sector development;
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*At least 5 years of combined experience in international institutions/companies including the World Bank, government agencies, and/or power sector utilities with demonstrated track record of successful engagement with complex projects; eSyEOt9 BfdqfH
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*Demonstrates solid understanding of energy/extractives policies, technologies or strategies, Private sector participation, and institutional development needed to support development and for the success of project and analytic work;
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*An excellent track record in carrying out high quality and timely analytical reports and activities would be advantageous;
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*Experience of analysis and advice on regulatory reform, economic analysis of sector reform impacts (subsidies etc.) and cost of service;
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*Experience leading and/or playing key roles in policy dialogue with clients and stakeholders;
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*Experience working on World Bank or other International Financial Institutions (IFIs) lending and non-lending operations is desirable;
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*Demonstrates active listening skills and the ability to influence the audience (such as counterparts in government, international partner organizations, academia, and Bank colleagues, senior staff and managers);
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*Experience working with large global teams, with an ability to produce high-quality results and outputs with minimal supervision is required;
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*Highly motivated, ability to work independently, taking initiative, and flexibility in quickly adjusting to changing work program requirements;
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*Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to build strong partnerships with clients, different stakeholders and colleagues across units and departmental boundaries in a multi-cultural environment with virtual teams located in different countries;
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*Excellent oral and written communication skills, including an ability to communicate complex issues in simple terms and to engage in evidence-based dialogue with clients;
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*Demonstrates strong knowledge of at least one of relevant thematic business lines such as Energy Access; Economics, Markets & Institution; Energy Efficiency; Renewable Energy; Energy Finance; Power Systems & Technologies; and
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*Translates technical analyses into policies, operations and/or research as they relate to any of the following thematic business lines: Energy Access; Economics, Markets & Institution; Energy Efficiency; Renewable Energy; Energy Finance; Power Systems & Technologies.
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Competencies
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*Knowledge and Experience in Development Arena - Translates technical and cross-country knowledge into practical applications and contributions to country and sector strategies; interacts with clients at the policy level;
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*Policy Dialogue Skills - Anticipates needs and requests in the field and conducts independent policy discussions with representatives of the government and non-government partners;
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*Integrative Skills - Understands relevant cross-sectoral areas how they are interrelated; able to undertake cross-sectoral work in lending and non-lending operations;
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*Energy Sector Technologies - Deep experience applying knowledge (hydrocarbon, power generation, transmission and distribution, renewables, and energy efficiency) to policy-related decisions and advice;
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*Energy Policy, Strategy and Institutions - Solid understanding of energy policies, strategies, institutions, and regulations;
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*Lead and Innovate - Develops innovative solutions with others.
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*Deliver Results for Clients - Achieves results and identifies mission-driven solutions for clients;
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*Collaborate Within Teams and Across Boundaries - Initiates collaboration across boundaries and broadly across WBG, and brings differing ideas into the forefront;
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*Create, Apply and Share Knowledge - Creates, applies and shares knowledge from across and outside the WBG to strengthen internal and/or external client solutions; and
  
The Energy Specialist must be a team-oriented professional with a proven ability to carry out complex tasks as part of a multi-disciplinary team; the capacity to work under pressure and to meet strict deadlines.
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*Make Smart Decisions - Recommends and takes decisive action.
  
• A Masters’ level degree in engineering, energy planning, finance, economics, business administration, or equivalent areas;
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The World Bank Group is committed to achieving diversity in race, gender, nationality, culture, and educational background. Individuals with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. Women and SSA/CR candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Candidates with open term appointments will retain their employment status if selected for this position. All others will be offered a 3-year term appointment. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
• At least five years of relevant experience in the energy sector with demonstrated ability to engage credibly on a range of issues in the energy sector in developing countries;
 
• Operational experience as a technical specialist with demonstrated expertise in working in investment operations is desirable;
 
• Experience in working in the energy sector in South Africa, and knowledge of the Southern African Power Pool (SAPP) would be an added advantage;
 
• Direct experience in at least one of the following areas: utility management; energy project management; on-grid and off-grid electrification models and their applications in a developing country context; required legal and regulatory frameworks to incentivize private sector investments in the energy sector; variable renewable energy development and grid integration; approaches used in energy sector development planning; and energy efficiency and demand-side-management models applicable to electricity supply systems;
 
• Hands-on project management experience, an ability to efficiently manage multiple activities simultaneously, a flair for problem-solving, and an ability to self-navigate through complex bureaucratic environments;
 
• Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to build strong partnerships with clients, different stakeholders, and colleagues across units and departmental boundaries in a multicultural environment with virtual teams located in different countries;
 
• Good written and oral communication skills in English, including an ability to communicate complex issues in simple terms and to engage in evidence-based dialogue with clients.
 
 
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Energy Specialist

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Job title
Energy Specialist
Organisation
The World Bank
City
Niamey
Country
  • Niger
Region
Sub-Saharan Africa
Type of job
temporary contract
Duration
36 months
Sector
Renewable Energy
Language of description
English
Job description
Duties & Accountabilities

The selected candidate will report to the Practice Manager and will work closely with the Task Team Leader for the projects in the country. These are the specific responsibilities:

  • As part of project teams, contribute to prepare, appraise, negotiate and supervise investment operations in the energy sector;
  • Support the coordination with development partners to enhance synergies and development outcomes;
  • Supporting teams in developing knowledge products and operational instruments to support Bank clients and advise relevant task teams in sector reforms and energy access;
  • Contribute to business development in selected countries;
  • Actively participate in overseeing World Bank-supported energy country programs in the region with the aim to enhance quality and pro-poor focus and accelerate implementation;
  • Contribute to develop and maintain close relationships with local public and private stakeholders, support policy dialogue and keep abreast of developments in the energy sector;
  • Contribute to analytical work related to: the shift towards clean energy, development of strategies for achieving financial viability and increasing energy access in Sub Saharan Africa in a sustainable manner;

This requisition is open to WBG staff as well as External candidates.

Selection Criteria

  • Master's degree in energy engineering/planning/economics or equivalent areas relevant for energy/extractives sector development;
  • At least 5 years of combined experience in international institutions/companies including the World Bank, government agencies, and/or power sector utilities with demonstrated track record of successful engagement with complex projects; eSyEOt9 BfdqfH
  • Demonstrates solid understanding of energy/extractives policies, technologies or strategies, Private sector participation, and institutional development needed to support development and for the success of project and analytic work;
  • An excellent track record in carrying out high quality and timely analytical reports and activities would be advantageous;
  • Experience of analysis and advice on regulatory reform, economic analysis of sector reform impacts (subsidies etc.) and cost of service;
  • Experience leading and/or playing key roles in policy dialogue with clients and stakeholders;
  • Experience working on World Bank or other International Financial Institutions (IFIs) lending and non-lending operations is desirable;
  • Demonstrates active listening skills and the ability to influence the audience (such as counterparts in government, international partner organizations, academia, and Bank colleagues, senior staff and managers);
  • Experience working with large global teams, with an ability to produce high-quality results and outputs with minimal supervision is required;
  • Highly motivated, ability to work independently, taking initiative, and flexibility in quickly adjusting to changing work program requirements;
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to build strong partnerships with clients, different stakeholders and colleagues across units and departmental boundaries in a multi-cultural environment with virtual teams located in different countries;
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, including an ability to communicate complex issues in simple terms and to engage in evidence-based dialogue with clients;
  • Demonstrates strong knowledge of at least one of relevant thematic business lines such as Energy Access; Economics, Markets & Institution; Energy Efficiency; Renewable Energy; Energy Finance; Power Systems & Technologies; and
  • Translates technical analyses into policies, operations and/or research as they relate to any of the following thematic business lines: Energy Access; Economics, Markets & Institution; Energy Efficiency; Renewable Energy; Energy Finance; Power Systems & Technologies.

Competencies

  • Knowledge and Experience in Development Arena - Translates technical and cross-country knowledge into practical applications and contributions to country and sector strategies; interacts with clients at the policy level;
  • Policy Dialogue Skills - Anticipates needs and requests in the field and conducts independent policy discussions with representatives of the government and non-government partners;
  • Integrative Skills - Understands relevant cross-sectoral areas how they are interrelated; able to undertake cross-sectoral work in lending and non-lending operations;
  • Energy Sector Technologies - Deep experience applying knowledge (hydrocarbon, power generation, transmission and distribution, renewables, and energy efficiency) to policy-related decisions and advice;
  • Energy Policy, Strategy and Institutions - Solid understanding of energy policies, strategies, institutions, and regulations;
  • Lead and Innovate - Develops innovative solutions with others.
  • Deliver Results for Clients - Achieves results and identifies mission-driven solutions for clients;
  • Collaborate Within Teams and Across Boundaries - Initiates collaboration across boundaries and broadly across WBG, and brings differing ideas into the forefront;
  • Create, Apply and Share Knowledge - Creates, applies and shares knowledge from across and outside the WBG to strengthen internal and/or external client solutions; and
  • Make Smart Decisions - Recommends and takes decisive action.
The World Bank Group is committed to achieving diversity in race, gender, nationality, culture, and educational background. Individuals with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. Women and SSA/CR candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Candidates with open term appointments will retain their employment status if selected for this position. All others will be offered a 3-year term appointment. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Application deadline
2024/02/08
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