RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Engility Corporation, building on IRG’s legacy in international development, is currently seeking an Clean Energy Project Development Specialist for an anticipated USAID-funded energy project in Jamaica and the Eastern Caribbean. The project is intended to assist in:
- Establishing effective policy, regulatory and incentive environments for energy efficiency and low-emission (generation) growth in the energy sector.
- Attract public- and private-sector investment in clean energy development.
- Developing new financial tools for energy efficiency and renewable energy with a particular focus on hotel and tourism sectors.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
The Clean Energy Project Development Specialist (CE-PDS) must have significant experience in the planning, design, and financial transaction facilitation of clean energy projects. Utility experience with integration of variable renewable energy sources is a plus. The CE-PDS must ensure that Task interventions are on schedule to meet established USAID’s CARCEP program targets for megawatts (MW) of clean energy generation capacity installed, and amount of funds leveraged for investments in clean energy projects.
This is a contingent position based on funding from the customer.
MINIMUM TANGIBLE QUALIFICATIONS:
- A master’s degree or higher in engineering, finance, business administration or
other related field; - At least ten years of professional experience in renewable energy development,
project development and implementation, including project financing; - Experience working with government institutions, utilities, financial institutions
and project developers; - Strong interpersonal and communication skills; and
- Fluency in English is required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Work experience on clean energy development projects in Jamaica and/or the
Caribbean is preferred; - Equivalent experience on another donor funded program is desirable;
- Prior work experience in the Jamaican or Caribbean regional energy sector and understanding of clean and renewable energy best practices preferred; and
- Knowledge of Jamaican Patois language is helpful.
HOW TO APPLY:
Applications and updated CV should be submitted to :
