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Deadline of this Job: 29 August 2022
Key Responsibilities:
• The Senior Associate will play key roles in several projects commensurate with their knowledge and experience. Specifically:
Efficiency for Access and the Low Energy Inclusive Appliances Program:
• Identify and explore barriers to skills development for Clean Energy Access (CEA) jobs in the productive use appliance supply chain, particularly in East Africa. Develop creative approaches for overcoming these barriers that fit into a Workforce and Skills Development workstream and leverages EforA program activities.
• Lead the design of Workforce and Skills Development programmatic work in East Africa with the goal of nurturing, increasing +/improving the labor market for CEA jobs. Suggested approaches should be both empowering and inclusive.
• Identify and foster strategic partnerships related to the Workforce and Skills Development workstream (e.g. companies for graduate fellowships, certification programs for semi-skilled technicians). Oversee the contracting process and partnership outputs
• Develop and support execution of foundational program elements (e.g., training modules, monitoring and evaluation processes). Provide regular progress updates.
The Productive Use Appliance Financing Facility:
• Play a leading role in developing relationships with industry players to help build a pipeline of companies to participate in the facility, including identification of and outreach to key individuals in leadership positions.
• Represent the facility as needed in relevant sector forums such as webinars, conferences, etc.
• Work with global team members in evaluating company applications for financing; support ongoing management of companies thereafter.
• Regularly report on relationship building activities among key stakeholders including off-grid industry leaders, trade associations, government decision makers, and donor organizations.
• Support the organization of successful and high value workshops and networking events as needed, and other stakeholder consultations on key issues for the clean energy access program as necessary to maximize industry, government, and non-government participation in program activities.
Does this sound like you?
• 5+years of experience, specifically in the off-grid clean energy sector or analogous sectors preferred.
• Experience working off-grid, rural, or emerging market product distribution and/or supply chains is preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated ability to develop strong relationships with diverse project stakeholders.
• An ability to establish, build, and continually reinforce confidence in a variety of internal and external stakeholder groups and constituencies will be essential to success.
• Entrepreneurial approach to design and execution of long-term initiatives.
• Outstanding communication skills in both written and spoken English and proven ability to convey technical content in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to translate complex technical information to industry, policy, and investor audiences required.
• Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects at a time under deadline while managing other colleagues with flexibility, composure and humor.
Why is this role compelling?
• You will be exposed to an unusually wide range of people and issues in the climate and energy sectors, as well as the internal infrastructure and operations of a global NGO. You will be able to directly shape and have ownership of several new, high profile projects with long-term remits.
• A successful candidate will develop and grow a broad set of professional skills, honing them to the level of excellence in a demanding and fast-paced environment. You will work with, learn from, and grow alongside a high-performing and diverse team in which everyone is committed to the development of themselves and others.
• This role provides the opportunity for travel locally and internationally, about 30% of the time.
Compensation & Location:
• CLASP offers a competitive salary for the role based on the candidate’s level of experience. CLASP provides its employees with a competitive salary that is benchmarked annually with other non-profit organizations. CLASP also provides a comprehensive benefits package, including fully paid health insurance for individuals and competitive rates for families/dependents, unlimited leave and all federal holidays, an impressive match of employee contributions to the retirement plan and a collegial office environment that supports professional development, wellness and flexible telecommuting options.
• This is a full-time position based in Nairobi, Kenya. Occasional international travel will be required.
Key Responsibilities:
• The Senior Associate will play key roles in several projects commensurate with their knowledge and experience. Specifically:
Efficiency for Access and the Low Energy Inclusive Appliances Program:
• Identify and explore barriers to skills development for Clean Energy Access (CEA) jobs in the productive use appliance supply chain, particularly in East Africa. Develop creative approaches for overcoming these barriers that fit into a Workforce and Skills Development workstream and leverages EforA program activities.
• Lead the design of Workforce and Skills Development programmatic work in East Africa with the goal of nurturing, increasing +/improving the labor market for CEA jobs. Suggested approaches should be both empowering and inclusive.
• Identify and foster strategic partnerships related to the Workforce and Skills Development workstream (e.g. companies for graduate fellowships, certification programs for semi-skilled technicians). Oversee the contracting process and partnership outputs
• Develop and support execution of foundational program elements (e.g., training modules, monitoring and evaluation processes). Provide regular progress updates.
The Productive Use Appliance Financing Facility:
• Play a leading role in developing relationships with industry players to help build a pipeline of companies to participate in the facility, including identification of and outreach to key individuals in leadership positions.
• Represent the facility as needed in relevant sector forums such as webinars, conferences, etc.
• Work with global team members in evaluating company applications for financing; support ongoing management of companies thereafter.
• Regularly report on relationship building activities among key stakeholders including off-grid industry leaders, trade associations, government decision makers, and donor organizations.
• Support the organization of successful and high value workshops and networking events as needed, and other stakeholder consultations on key issues for the clean energy access program as necessary to maximize industry, government, and non-government participation in program activities.
Does this sound like you?
• 5+years of experience, specifically in the off-grid clean energy sector or analogous sectors preferred.
• Experience working off-grid, rural, or emerging market product distribution and/or supply chains is preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated ability to develop strong relationships with diverse project stakeholders.
• An ability to establish, build, and continually reinforce confidence in a variety of internal and external stakeholder groups and constituencies will be essential to success.
• Entrepreneurial approach to design and execution of long-term initiatives.
• Outstanding communication skills in both written and spoken English and proven ability to convey technical content in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to translate complex technical information to industry, policy, and investor audiences required.
• Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects at a time under deadline while managing other colleagues with flexibility, composure and humor.
Why is this role compelling?
• You will be exposed to an unusually wide range of people and issues in the climate and energy sectors, as well as the internal infrastructure and operations of a global NGO. You will be able to directly shape and have ownership of several new, high profile projects with long-term remits.
• A successful candidate will develop and grow a broad set of professional skills, honing them to the level of excellence in a demanding and fast-paced environment. You will work with, learn from, and grow alongside a high-performing and diverse team in which everyone is committed to the development of themselves and others.
• This role provides the opportunity for travel locally and internationally, about 30% of the time.
Compensation & Location:
• CLASP offers a competitive salary for the role based on the candidate’s level of experience. CLASP provides its employees with a competitive salary that is benchmarked annually with other non-profit organizations. CLASP also provides a comprehensive benefits package, including fully paid health insurance for individuals and competitive rates for families/dependents, unlimited leave and all federal holidays, an impressive match of employee contributions to the retirement plan and a collegial office environment that supports professional development, wellness and flexible telecommuting options.
• This is a full-time position based in Nairobi, Kenya. Occasional international travel will be required.
Deadline of this Job: 04 September 2022
Key Responsibilities
• Build and implement a regional strategy that keeps the big picture in mind: Conduct and roll out programs within the larger context of CLASP, partner, and sector efforts to make appliances as planet-neutral and people-positive as possible.
• Lead and grow a high-performing team:
• Supervise and grow a dynamic team of professional staff, facilitate ongoing
• training and professional development, and identify future staffing needs.
• Communicate, collaborate, and track progress:
• Advance and nurture productive partnerships: Build and enhance relationships with key stakeholders including government decision makers, trade associations, donor organizations, NGOs, and other partners.
• Lead fundraising efforts and grow and diversify program resources: Identify existing and new sources of program funding and successfully develop and execute business development initiatives to grow program revenue.
• Work with CLASP’s communications team to develop and share compelling stories of program success, research outcomes, lessons learned, etc. Work with the research team to evaluate progress and impact, identify innovative strategies that achieve outcomes at speed and scale.
• Be an active, intentional member of CLASP’s Senior Leadership Council; share timely information therein to guide organizational strategy and decision-making and actively participate in both practical and philosophical exchanges regarding how to further our mission and improve CLASP as a workplace.
The Ideal Candidate
• Minimum 10 years of experience in international program implementation; business and partnership development experience preferred.
• Master’s/Graduate degree in a relevant field (e.g., international relations, development, economics and finance, environmental science, law, engineering) preferred or equivalent experience.
• Collaborative leadership style with the ability to deal with complexities and thrive in an ambitious environment
• Persuasive communication skills, both verbal and written; multi-lingual preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and listening skills, with the ability to develop effective working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Creative, open-minded, and entrepreneurial approach to the design and execution of long-term initiatives, and a proactive, nimble, and strategic approach to problem-solving.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and mentoring teams.
• Ability to work from the big picture to the small details, managing the execution of the vision, strategies, and plans of the organization
• Ability to maintain composure, flexibility, and a sense of humor under tight deadlines and while collaborating across cultures and time zones.
• Excellent presentation and external representational skills with the ability to represent the organization in professional fora and influence senior stakeholders; comfortable expressing opinions in a setting that encourages a vibrant exchange of ideas.
Key Responsibilities
• Build and implement a regional strategy that keeps the big picture in mind: Conduct and roll out programs within the larger context of CLASP, partner, and sector efforts to make appliances as planet-neutral and people-positive as possible.
• Lead and grow a high-performing team:
• Supervise and grow a dynamic team of professional staff, facilitate ongoing
• training and professional development, and identify future staffing needs.
• Communicate, collaborate, and track progress:
• Advance and nurture productive partnerships: Build and enhance relationships with key stakeholders including government decision makers, trade associations, donor organizations, NGOs, and other partners.
• Lead fundraising efforts and grow and diversify program resources: Identify existing and new sources of program funding and successfully develop and execute business development initiatives to grow program revenue.
• Work with CLASP’s communications team to develop and share compelling stories of program success, research outcomes, lessons learned, etc. Work with the research team to evaluate progress and impact, identify innovative strategies that achieve outcomes at speed and scale.
• Be an active, intentional member of CLASP’s Senior Leadership Council; share timely information therein to guide organizational strategy and decision-making and actively participate in both practical and philosophical exchanges regarding how to further our mission and improve CLASP as a workplace.
The Ideal Candidate
• Minimum 10 years of experience in international program implementation; business and partnership development experience preferred.
• Master’s/Graduate degree in a relevant field (e.g., international relations, development, economics and finance, environmental science, law, engineering) preferred or equivalent experience.
• Collaborative leadership style with the ability to deal with complexities and thrive in an ambitious environment
• Persuasive communication skills, both verbal and written; multi-lingual preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and listening skills, with the ability to develop effective working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Creative, open-minded, and entrepreneurial approach to the design and execution of long-term initiatives, and a proactive, nimble, and strategic approach to problem-solving.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and mentoring teams.
• Ability to work from the big picture to the small details, managing the execution of the vision, strategies, and plans of the organization
• Ability to maintain composure, flexibility, and a sense of humor under tight deadlines and while collaborating across cultures and time zones.
• Excellent presentation and external representational skills with the ability to represent the organization in professional fora and influence senior stakeholders; comfortable expressing opinions in a setting that encourages a vibrant exchange of ideas.
Job Info
Job Category:
Several Jobs in one Advert jobs in Kenya
Job Type:
Full-time
Deadline of this Job: 04 September 2022
Duty Station: Nairobi
Posted:
23-08-2022
No of Jobs:
2
Start Publishing:
23-08-2022
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030):
23-08-2065
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