National Project Manager (biomass mini-grid)

A project management Unit (PMU) has been established at the energy commission of Nigeria. One key personnel in the PMU is the Project Manager whose duties are described below. The project manager shall be under the overall supervision of the UNIDO representative in Nigeria and shall drive the implementation of the project.

Prepare annual work programme and implement the project accordingly upon approval by the UNIDO project Manager in the headquarters.

Keep good stakeholder relations and organize stakeholder’s consultation meetings regularly.

Facilitate missions of international consultants related to GEF projects and assists in data collection, local coordination, relationship building with stakeholders etc.

Continuous monitoring of implementation of project activities and performance to track progress towards milestones.

Prepare progress implementation reports and annual progress reports to GEF.

Serve as UNIDO expert in renewable energy and carry out any other duty as may be assigned by the organization and

Prepare end of assignment report to UNIDO.

Degree in engineering with additional specializations in renewable energy or related subjects with at least 5 years experience in Nigerian Energy Sector. Previous experience with GEF projects will be added advantage.

Well qualified candidates particularly females are strongly encouraged to apply.