UNDP Jobs - 56303- Large Scale Micro Hydro Expert (LSMHE)

Large Scale Micro Hydro Expert (LSMHE) – NPPP I - NEX Project

Location :

Kathmandu with frequent field visits to districts., NEPAL

Type of Contract :

Other

Starting Date :

01-Aug-2015

Application Deadline :

04-Jun-15 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

Other

Duration of Initial Contract :

Annual contract extended based on performance

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Background

The Renewable Energy for Rural Livelihood (RERL) is a joint programme of the GoN/AEPC and UNDP/GEF. In continuation to UNDP’s support to the energy sector and UN’s commitment towards ensuring universal access to modern energy services. UNDP Nepal as well as the GON/AEPC has agreed to extend the partnership in this sector to scale up decentralized energy systems for better linkages with the enterprise development and livelihood enhancement. The RERL will operate within the broader framework of National Rural Renewable Energy Programme (NRREP) of AEPC and aims to provide support particularly in mini hydro, large solar PV, productive end-uses and renewable energy financing contribute to economic, environmental and social benefits of the rural people by removing barriers that have hindered the wider use of renewable energy resources in rural Nepal.

Duties and Responsibilities

The LSMHE will closely work with Sr. National Advisor (SNA) under the overall guidance of the National Project Manager (NPM). The main responsibilities of the Large Scale Micro-hydro Expert (LSMHE) are to support AEPC/NRREP to promote Large Scale Micro Hydro Project (60kwt). Specifically, LSMHs will:

Be responsible for providing technical and management support to DEES to carry out ongoing micro hydro power projects started with support of REDP/RERL.
Provide necessary technical assistance to Senior National Advisor/National Programme Manager for large micro hydro (projects larger than 60 kW) in planning, monitoring and implementation.
Coordinate with NRREP to identify and implementation of large micro hydro power projects.
Monitor implementation progress of large micro hydropower projects supported by NRREP.
Supervise and monitor the district level operations, particularly large micro hydro power related survey, design, installation, operation and repair maintenance.
Coordination with AEPC regional centres (RCS) and DEEUs for the harmonization of activities related to large micro hydropower project.
Provide innovative ideas for implementation of large micro hydro and productive energy uses.
Prepare articles, success stories, best practices lesson learned and problematic issues related to implementation of rural energy systems development.
Support Mini Hydro Expert to implement Mini Hydro related activities.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by SNA/NPM to make this programme a success.

Competencies

Promotes sharing of knowledge and experience, and actively works towards continued personal learning and development;
Good practical knowledge of inter-disciplinary development issues;
Ability to go beyond established procedures and models, propose new approaches which expand the range of projects;
Builds strong relationships with all partner, focuses on impact and results and responds positively to critical feedback;
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure;
Proven networking, team building, organizational and communication skills;
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
Fulfils all obligations to gender sensitivity and zero tolerance for sexual harassment

Required Skills and Experience

Qaulifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, preferably in Civil Engineering

Experience:

3 years’ of work experience micro hydropower development.
Field level experience related to survey, installation,repair and maintenance will be given preference.