PACT Energy Portfolio Manager

• In this position, you will play a critical role in the delivering the UK’s support to the Indian government for modernising and decarbonising India’s energy infrastructure through knowledge sharing, capacity building and technical assistance. With the support of a roster of technical experts, you will work closely with the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and Indian government counterparts to scope requirements, engage and manage implementing partners and monitor outcomes and impacts. 
• The Energy Portfolio Manager will report to the UK PACT India Fund Manager, who oversees all UK PACT activities in India. This role will be responsible for leading the management, coordination, and monitoring of the UK PACT energy portfolio in India, while supporting the effective delivery of related projects under the Country Fund. Key responsibilities include:
• Overall progress of the portfolio, budget development, compliance and reporting across a range of program relevant KPIs, risk management and Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning with effective engagement and management of implementing partners, ensuring the timely and high-quality development of outputs that meet the expectation of counterpart 
• To ensure that the outputs are effectively curated, integrated, used, for sustainability and replicability   and engaging Arup’s roster of technical experts to check and challenge implementing partners’ work to provide effective quality assurance. Running open and competitive procurement of implementing partners.
• Logistical support for capacity building and knowledge sharing. Ensuring a clear cadence of communication among stakeholders and outputs are acceptable by energy team at and that FCDO grant funding is spent as intended.

Qualification and Experience:-

• Highly proficient program manager in the energy & power sector domain with minimum 8-10 years of experience in managing complex projects with government stakeholders. Preferable degree in Electrical or Power Engineering (B.Tech), holding a master’s degree in business management would be a plus
• Experience and understanding of the India energy sector. Knowledge of offshore energy, grid modernisation, energy storage and/or carbon markets would be beneficial with good knowledge and understanding of the political, economic and operating energy context in India, with a focus on the low carbon/ climate mitigation with awareness of international developments including UK is desirable
• Proven ability to manage and facilitate engagement with diverse stakeholders, including effective communication with senior officials with experience of engagement with government counterparts especially. Strong team player with a commitment to open communication and effective collaboration
• Demonstrates resilience, adaptability, and a flexible approach in a dynamic and evolving work environment. Professional fluency in English (written and spoken) is required.

Location:-

• Delhi, India.

Company Overview:-

Arup is a UK-headquartered independent firm of Designers, Planners, Engineers, Consultants, and Technical Specialists offering a broad range of professional services. With 90 offices in 35 countries, our 15,000 staff offer a broad range of professional services and through our work, we make a positive difference in the world. Due to continued business growth and increasing client demand in response to the urgent need to decarbonize the economy of India, Arup is seeking a senior engineer to support the delivery of renewable energy (Solar & Wind) projects. We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Renewable Energy Engineer to join our growing team in the Delhi / Mumbai office