Job Description
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We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Technical Project Manager with a strong background in energy access in Africa, combined with knowledge of GIS and data science. The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading complex, multi-stakeholder projects, coordinating technical and operational activities, and ensuring successful delivery of outcomes that support sustainable energy access and geospatial planning.
Your Responsibilities
Project Management & Leadership
- Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of energy access and geospatial projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
- Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, including governments, donors, development partners, and local institutions.
- Develop project work plans, timelines, and risk management strategies.
- Ensure clear documentation, reporting, and communication across all project phases.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Build and maintain strong relationships with African government institutions, development agencies, and private sector stakeholders.
- Facilitate workshops, trainings, and meetings to ensure alignment and adoption of project outcomes.
Technical & Geospatial Oversight
- Oversee integration of **GIS and data science methods** into project design and execution.
- Support the collection, validation, and analysis of geospatial data.
- Collaborate with data science teams to ensure analyses inform decision-making (e.g., least-cost electrification, national electrification strategies and plans, mini-grid viability analysis, etc.).
- Ensure project outputs (VIDA software products and reports) meet technical quality standards and are accessible to end-users.
Monitoring & Reporting
- Track progress toward deliverables and provide timely project updates to management and partners.
- Ensure compliance with client requirements.
- Prepare high-quality presentations, and reports diverse audiences.
Is it you we’re looking for?
Must haves:
- Master’s degree (or equivalent experience) in Energy, Environmental Science, Engineering, Geography, Data Science, or related fields.
- Minimum 3-5 years of professional experience in energy access projects in Africa, preferably with international organizations, governments, or NGOs.
- Experience engaging with government agencies, regulators, and development partners in Africa.
- Strong project management skills with demonstrated experience leading multi-partner initiatives.
- Familiarity with GIS tools (e.g., QGIS, ArcGIS) and basic understanding of data analysis languages (e.g. Python, SQL),
- Excellent (intercultural) communication, stakeholder management and diplomacy skills.
- Analytical mindset with ability to interpret data and translate into actionable insights.
- Ability to manage competing priorities in dynamic, multi-country contexts.
- Fluency in French (Level C1), as much as English.
How to Apply
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