CFA - Consultant Type B - Electrical Engineer for Solar Energy Assessment & Installation

Introduction

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Project Context and Scope

IOM Kenya is exploring the solarization of selected priority and critical areas of the IOM Kakuma office as part of its commitment to sustainability, operational efficiency and cost optimization. IOM Kenya intends to engage a Solar Energy Assessment and Installation Monitoring Assistant to support collection and analysis of site and electricity-consumption information, preparation of draft procurement documentation, and monitoring and reporting on installation activities. The Consultant will work under the guidance of designated IOM officials. The assignment is limited to selected priority and critical areas of the IOM Kakuma office as guided by the designated IOM official.

Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing

The Consultant shall report to the designated Supply Chain Officer and the Head of the Kakuma Sub-Office and coordinate with other designated IOM personnel as required. Deliverables shall be subject to review and written acceptance by IOM.

Required Qualifications and Experience

- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Renewable Energy, Energy Technology or a related field with at least three (3) years of relevant professional experience; or a technical diploma in a related field with at least five (5) years of relevant experience.

Experience

- Relevant practical experience in solar PV installation, maintenance, site assessment or technical support.
- Experience preparing or supporting bills of quantities, basic cost estimates, equipment schedules, implementation records and technical reports.
- Experience monitoring contractor activities and maintaining site records.
- Familiarity with solar PV components, battery-storage systems, basic load assessment and electrical-safety practices.
- Understanding of solar PV market conditions, supply chains and installation practices in Kenya.
- Experience in Kenya or a comparable East African context, including remote or hardship locations, is an advantage.
- Relevant solar PV training or certification is an advantage. Any licence legally required for the limited assigned activities must remain valid throughout the consultancy.
- Familiarity with UN or international organization operating contexts is an advantage.

Skills

- Ability to use spreadsheets, standard calculation tools and basic drawing or layout software.
- Good analytical, record-keeping, reporting, coordination and communication skills.
- Ability to recognize issues requiring escalation and work within defined authority and supervision arrangements.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link . Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

- Inclusion and respect for diversity : Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
- Integrity and transparency : Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
- Professionalism : Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
- Courage : Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
- Empathy : Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

- Core Competencies – behavioural indicators
- Teamwork : Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
- Delivering results : Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
- Managing and sharing knowledge : Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
- Accountability : Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
- Communication : Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit the following:

- Technical proposal outlining approach and methodology.
- Financial proposal.
- CV of proposed consultant
- Samples of similar work

Notes

IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here ). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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