Historique

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.

Devoirs et responsabilités

The SPE will work under the direct supervision of the Senior National Advisor (SNA) and the overall guidance of the Component Manager/NPM. The SPE will be responsible for providing technical support and leadership in areas pertaining to large-scale PV, institutional solar and solar pumping development, mini grids and operation. SPE will support NRREP sub-component in areas related to solar energy. Specifically the SPE will:

• Mobilize the communities, private sector, banking and financial institutions (BFIs) as well as local authorities to participate in large-scale solar PV, solar pumping, and institutional PV and mini grid development;
• Provide support and input to make appropriate changes in policy mechanisms to facilitate development and operation of large-scale solar PV, solar pumping, and institutional PV and mini grid;
• Develop specifications, in close collaboration with NEA, for large solar PV systems that meet national codes and standards for connection to the national grid;
• Support in incorporating large scale solar PV systems  into district RE decentralized energy plans;
• Conduct a study to identify the technical challenges and opportunities in design, installation and after-sales service in large scale solar PV systems;
• Support in improving capacities of project identification, feasibility study, detailed design, installation, operation and management through development of manuals capacity building activities, trainings, guidelines, etc;
• Prepare a shortlist of potential project sites selected based on a set of criteria and select sites in consultation with relevant stakeholders;
• Prepare detailed feasibility reports of the demonstration projects in close coordination with Energy Finance Expert
• Support in preparation of Detailed Project Report;
• Support the formation of  special purpose vehicles, where required, and in the preparation of their business plan;
• Assist in implementation of approved projects by providing technical and procurement assistance, installation assistance, and appropriate capacity building activities;
• Support to develop O&M modalities;
• Monitor operations to assess progress, identify problems, document lessons learned;
• Identify and seek corrective measures for emerging problems;
• Carry out other activities to ensure the success of the large scale solar PV components of the RERL project.

Compétences

Corporate competencies:

• Demonstrates integrity;
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
• Treats all people fairly without favoritism.

Functional competencies:

• Excellent interpersonal skills;
• Focuses on impact and results and responds positively to feedback;
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
• Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors, at the senior levels;
• Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure;
• Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities;
• Written and oral communication skills.

Knowledge Management and Learning:

• Promotes a knowledge sharing and learning culture in the office;
• In-depth knowledge on development and gender and social inclusion issues.

Qualifications et expériences requises

• Completion of  Master’s degree in Electrical, Electronics or related Engineering field.