Project manager (m/f/d) for GET.transform in Namibia
Our model for success is a better life for everyone and purposeful tasks for our employees. For more than 50 years, the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), as a company of the German Federal Government, has been supporting the implementation of development policy goals worldwide. Together with partner organisations in 120 countries, we are involved in a diverse range of projects. If you want to make a difference in the world and develop yourself in the process, you've come to the right place.
- Job-ID: V000056126
- Location: Windhoek
- Assignment period: 02/15/2024 - 06/30/2026
- Field: Infrastructure
- Type of employment: full- or part-time
- Application deadline: 05/06/2024
Job description
GET.transform is a European multi-donor program focused on supporting energy and power system transformations in emerging economies. The mission is to provide comprehensive project manager services in areas like long-term energy planning, renewable energy grid integration, energy policy, regulation, and market development. We are currently seeking an experienced project manager (m/f/d) for our activities in Namibia. Based in Windhoek, this role involves project management, enhancing electricity supply security, expanding access, and supporting the implementation of Namibia's National Integrated Resources Plan.
Learn more at www.get-transform.eu and join us in driving sustainable energy development worldwide.
Your tasks
- As a team of two GET.transform experts establish and co-steer the Country Window in Namibia, including engagement with the EU delegation in Windhoek as well as other GIZ partner projects for effective collaboration
- Identify and address policy and regulatory support needs by collaborating with the Ministry of Mines and Energy, regulatory bodies, electric utilities and develop tailored advisory approaches
- Coordinate the implementation of projects with international short-term and long-term expert consulting teams, ensuring synergy and complementarity with other EU support and development partner activities in Namibia
- Administer international consulting service contracts and coordinate expert assignments in the areas of institutional reforms in energy policy, regulation, and markets
- Foster exchange networks and manage implementation partnerships with strategic multilateral and regional partner organizations
- Organize workshops, seminars and other events to facilitate information sharing among government decision-makers, industry representatives, and experts, representing GET.transform at public events
- Ensure effective monitoring and evaluation of project activities and their impacts in GET.transform Namibia
Your profile
- Master's degree in Economics, Law, Policy, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related discipline, with a specialization in sustainable energy and power systems
- Several years of relevant work experience in the field of sustainable energy
- Comprehensive technical understanding of key aspects like renewable energy (RE) procurement mechanisms, RE grid integration, long-term energy and power system planning, and RE regulatory frameworks
- Several years of professional experience and strong project management expertise, encompassing the administration and coordination of international consulting service contracts, as well as experience with monitoring and evaluation systems
- Work experience in Africa, especially in the region of Southern Africa is an advantage
- Demonstrate a proven track record of engaging directly with government agencies, energy ministries, regulators, energy utilities, and private sector stakeholders
- Exceptional collaboration skills, thriving in multi-disciplinary teams and embracing diverse and complex environments associated with sustainable energy projects
- Outstanding writing, verbal, and presentation skills, with an ability to effectively communicate complex policy issues to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Business fluent in English; German and other European and African language skills are an advantage
Location information
We are pleased to offer you a first impression on topics such as climate, shopping and services, the school situation and health care in Namibia.
In general, the security situation is calm. GIZ staff must adhere to security measures at all times. Please also check the county-specific information provided by the German Federal Foreign Office. A contact person for security risk management is appointed at the local GIZ office. GIZ does not impose any restrictions on life partners and family members to move with you to the country of deployment. Please note that the general and personal living conditions in the country of assignment may meet with different legal and social acceptance. We gladly support you with our many years of experience.
Further information on country-specific advice from the Federal Foreign Office at https://www.auswaertiges-amt.de/en.
Notes
This job is suited to a full or a part-time position.
The willingness for frequent business trips is required.
We are happy to help accompanying partners discuss questions about benefits, residence permits and how to find your own job locally - feel free to get in touch with us during your application phase at map@giz.de.
Please observe the provisions of the country-specific vaccination regulations for entry and work in the country of assignment - in particular also regarding COVID-19.
In order to fulfill the company's objectives, the willingness of employees for assignments at all GIZ locations in Germany and abroad is of high corporate interest.
Please understand, that we can only accept and process applications via our E-recruiting system. Following the confirmation of your successful application, kindly check your spam / junk mail folder on a regular basis, since some provider classify emails from our recruiting system as spam.
Our benefits
- We are a provider of international cooperation services for sustainable development and work to build a future worth living around the world. We support projects in over 130 countries to achieve goals sustainably together with our partners.
- Everyone has the same opportunities in our company, regardless of gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation or physical disability. We recruit based on specialist expertise and social skills. Transparency and fair opportunities for career advancement are just as much a matter of course for us as gender not being a barrier to taking up a management position.
- Your work will begin with an onboarding and preparation phase that will give you initial insights into GIZ and lay the groundwork for your upcoming assignment, establishing new contacts and building up your network.
- We provide opportunities for taking part in training and professional development to all our staff. Our Academy for International Cooperation (AIZ) will help you develop your skills.
- Ensuring the compatibility of career, family work and care commitments is part of our corporate policy. Flexible working hours and comprehensive preparation packages for families accompanying staff abroad are two examples of the opportunities that GIZ offers its employees. Our family-friendly philosophy also includes providing support for family members in need of care.
- Flexi-time and the possibility for mobile working gives staff maximum flexibility.
- We offer you various part-time working models to give you flexibility in planning your working and home lives.
- We allow our staff to accrue working time credits in a long-term working time account. This credit can then be used to take a lengthy leave of absence.
- Extensive check-ups and preventive measures (e.g. on appointment, before the outward journey, during the stay in a country of assignment, in an emergency) are provided to our staff and the family members accompanying them as a matter of course.
- We reward staff who achieve their agreed annual targets with a variable remuneration component.
- You will receive various additional benefits during your stay abroad that will depend on your country of assignment.
- We have put together an extensive package of benefits for family members accompanying staff abroad, including medical check-ups, language lessons and lump-sum allowances for the outward and homeward journeys. The Academy for International Cooperation (AIZ) also offers a range of preparatory courses on local culture, history and customs and on travelling with children.
- During your assignment abroad, we will largely reimburse you for the school fees incurred for sending your children to schools providing a general education.
- In many places, you will receive a subsidy towards the rent on your place of residence. If you have not yet found suitable accommodation at the time of your outward journey, you will receive a subsidy to put towards your hotel costs.
About us
Your professional and personal development is important to us. At GIZ, you will be offered global work opportunities and an atmosphere that is characterised by diversity, respect and genuine equal opportunities. Gender equality promotion is a matter of course for us. Our benefits are also impressive in terms of work-life balance and family friendliness. Flexible working hours that fit your life situation, comprehensive onboarding and internal health management are an integral part of our corporate culture, along with the opportunity to use childcare facilities and parent/child offices.
GIZ is a signatory of the Diversity Charter. Recognition, appreciation and inclusion of diversity in the company are important to us. All employees shall be valued - regardless of gender and gender identity, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, social background, age or sexual orientation.
We support equal opportunities and welcome applications from people with disabilities.
Contact
+49 6196/79-3200
recruiting@giz.de
