Introductory text
SNV is a Dutch based international Development Organisation that provides Capacity Development Services to local institutions and organizations in more than 30 developing countries in Asia, Africa, Latin America and Eastern Europe.

Present in Ghana since 1992, SNV is committed to the reduction of poverty, and works to achieve this in line with national poverty reduction strategies. Access to adequate, affordable and sustainable energy products and services is a precondition for development. Typically, less than 10 % of the population in a sub Saharan African country is connected to the electricity grid and over 80 % of the same population lacks access to modern, safe, clean and efficient energy sources for heating, cooking and lighting. This segment of the population uses traditional biomass such as charcoal, wood, straw, agricultural residues and dung, the use and collection of which brings with it various negative consequences, such as increased pressure on the environment, a high workload and indoor air pollution, especially affecting women and children.

The overall goal of SNV Ghana is to contribute to improve the livelihoods of the rural and peri-urban poor in Ghana by accelerating the dissemination of renewable energy products and services for the poor.

Job Summary

In this context, SNV has recently chosen to extend its advisory team and is seeking a national associate advisor in Renewable Energy based in Tamale.

The main responsibilities will be:

•  Collect and analyze relevant renewable energy related information;
•  Establish and maintain good contacts with relevant stakeholders;
•  Identify business development opportunities and contribute to resource mobilization;
•  As a team member, develop and implement renewable energy projects;
•  Prepare reports on selected renewable energy topics;
•  Assess financial viability of projects;
•  Participate as a team member in the strategic planning, resulting in the right strategic choices for SNV within the RE sector in Ghana;
•  Contribute to the identification and selection of SNV Local Capacity Builders (LCB) and contribute to strengthening the capacity of the LCBs;
•  Contribute to controlling the quality of the deliverables of the LCBs and of SNV in general;
•  Support Clients/Partners in a multi-stakeholder approach and stimulate building effective networks and partnerships between them.
•  Participate in relevant workshops and meeting to increase knowledge and for networking.

Contract Duration: 1 year with likely extension when proven to meet the requirements.

Desired start Date: July 1, 2013 or earlier

Salary scale: Salary will be between GHc 4,000 and 6,000 (all inclusive)  per month depending on education and experience

Qualification Required & Experience

Candidate profile:

•  M.Sc. in a relevant technical field (electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, etc.);
•  Minimum of 5 years working experience of which at least 2 years in renewable energy;
•  Good knowledge on PV and/or biomass;
•  Understanding of the renewable energy sector in Ghana;
•  Good network of contacts in the renewable energy sector;

Desired Skills and attitude:

•  Team player.
•  Pragmatic.
•  Fluent in English both orally and in writing.
•  Good analytical skills and a logical thinker.
•  Ability to learn through coaching and self-reflection.
•  Readiness to work and travel in rural districts with minimal amenities.
•  Computer literacy in MS Office and Internet use.
•  Familiarity with relevant tools such as RETScreen would be an advantage.

Salary: GH¢ 4,000 - 6,000 per month

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

Please send your most recent CVs to;

The Human Resource Advisor
SNV Ghana
No161, Maseru Road, East Legon Residential area
P. O Box 30284
KIA, Airport- Accra

Tel: +233 307012440. Email:  efenu@snvworld.org also visit our website: www.snvworld.org

Closing Date: 07 June, 2013