Regional Programmes Head SIDS (P3)

Reporting to the Chief of Unit Programmes & Project Implementation or a designated officer, you will identify strategic program and project implementation opportunities for ISA in this sector (within SIDS). You will lead the identification, building, and establishment of partnerships, the preparation of funding proposals, organize and participate in meetings and workshops, and support the implementation of existing projects associated with the SIDS.

Your Broader Scope of Work (but not limited to)

• Establish collaborative partnerships with all relevant stakeholder groups as required
• Identify & propose new opportunities
• Provide technical assistance to the program partners
• Take complete responsibility for the implementation and management of the Programme
• Support the monitoring and reporting of the program

Education:-

• Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in electrical engineering, environmental engineering/sciences, energy management, power generation, distribution or transmission, solar or renewable energy, civil engineering, or another relevant field.
• Applicants with bachelor’s degree and four additional years of relevant experience may be considered.

Experience:-

• Minimum eight (8) years of demonstrable relevant experience in the technical area of renewable energy systems, /emission reduction/ climate action, particularly solar energy, energy access, development infrastructure, power generation, electricity transmission, and /or power distribution (on and off-grid) – preferably within the SIDS region.
• Relevant experience working with regional/international institutions/Governments/private sector groups/donors in the renewable energy sector will be an advantage.
• two years of relevant field-level project implementation experience in developing countries within SIDS is preferred.

Languages:-

• The role demands substantial writing and verbal communication skills. As English is the official and working language of the Organization, excellent command of both written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of other languages (i.e., French, Spanish, and Arabic) would be advantageous.

Location:-

• Gurgaon, Haryana.

Your pay and benefits:-

The ISA offers a competitive remuneration package (salary and benefits) based on the UN Common System; ISA aims to become an employer of choice. Consequently, ISA offers competitive salaries and benefits.
At ISA, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and provide an equal employment opportunity for all our employees and applicants. We will consider all qualified applicants without regarding an individual’s race, color, gender/gender expression/orientation, and religion.
The ISA seeks to obtain and retain a staff reflecting its geographical representation and diversity and primarily prefers and recruits staff from its member countries.

Applications close: 15 June 2023 at midnight ISTC

Company Overview:-

The International Solar Alliance (ISA) is an international organization headquartered in Gurgaon, National Capital Region of India. The vision and mission of the ISA is to provide a dedicated platform for cooperation among solar resource rich countries where the global community, including bilateral and multilateral organizations, corporates, industry, and other stakeholders, can make a positive contribution to assist and help achieve the common goals of increasing the use of solar energy. Thereby, help ISA Member States to meet their energy needs in a safe, convenient, affordable, equitable and sustainable manner.