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16 Aug 2022

Project Coordination at Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development (MEMD)

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Job Description


The scope of work will include but is not limited to the following:-
i. Coordinate implementation of the EASP including monitoring and reporting
on progress of implementation of project activities by the Project
Implementation Units (PIUs) under MEMD and UECCC, as well as other
key stakeholders including OPM, MoWE, MoES and MoH. The PCM will
therefore:
a) Regularly interact with Project Implementation Units (PIUs) at MEMD
and UECCC to ensure that he/she has up-to-date knowledge on
progress of implementation of project activities, schedules, issues, risks,
opportunities, etc.
b) Explicitly ensure that Implementing Entities are in compliance with
relevant GoU and World Bank safeguard, fiduciary and other
requirements (see above) and that adequate documentation exists
(either with the PCU or with the Implementing Agencies) to demonstrate
compliance.
c) Generate, compile and provide feedback to the Implementing Agencies
information on EASP progress and achievements on a quarterly basis
or as the need may arise. This information will be in a form that will
enable all the stakeholders to comprehend the implementation progress
of the EASP.
d) Coordinate the activities of the Implementing Agencies for the mid-term
review and completion of the EASP.
vii. Liaise with other stakeholders, e.g. National Planning Authority (NPA),
Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA), to ensure adequate information flow
between EASP Implementation Units and those entities and identify and
promote synergies which hasten the achievement of Project Objectives.
Participate in public information activities aimed at disseminating the
objectives, approach and progress of EASP activities with clearance from
the DERD and PSMEMD.
viii. The Project Coordination Manager will be the Secretary to the Project
Steering Committee (PSC).
ix. Provide effective coordination to ensure that Project Steering Committee
(PSC) meetings take place regularly as required. He/She will ensure that
PSC members are comprehensively updated on project progress, issues
requiring guidance and decision making are well presented, and PSC
resolutions are translated into actions, communicated in a timely manner to
relevant stakeholders, and adequate documentation of resolutions and
actions for effective project implementation is made.
x. Put in place a system to monitor the performance of staff under the MEMD-
PCU, respond to immediate staff needs to remove impediments to project
implementation, and maintain a dedicated team to EASP.
xi. Carry out any other duties as assigned by the Director, DERD and PS-
MEMD provided these duties contribute to achieving the development
objectives of the EASP project.

1.4 Persons Specifications
a) Qualifications

i. Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical/Power
Systems/Civil) / Economics / Finance or Business Administration from a
recognized University/Institution.
ii. Master’s Degree in one of the following fields: Engineering
(Electrical/Mechanical/Power Systems/Power Economics/Civil),
Renewable Energy, Energy Systems, Project Planning & Management,
Business Administration from a recognized University/Institution.
iii. Registration with the relevant Professional Body.
b) Experience
i. At least ten (10) years of relevant professional experience, five (5) of which
must have been at senior level in project implementation and management
position(s).
ii. Specific experience in coordinating large-scale infrastructure projects
(minimum cumulative value of US$100 million across multiple projects) in
the electricity sector, financed by Multilateral/Development Financial
Institutions such as the World Bank, ADB, AFD, KfW, China Exim Bank or
equivalent will be an added advantage.

c) Competencies
i. Technical

a. Financial management
b. Accountability and financial reporting
c. Leadership and Human Resource Management
d. Analytical skills and Strategic thinking
e. Monitoring and Evaluation skills
f. Procurement, Disposal and contract management
g. Knowledge of Electrification policies
h. Information and communication technology
ii. Behavioral
a. Assertiveness and Self confidence
b. Communicating effectively
c. Ethics and Integrity
d. Self-control and stress management
e. Concern for quality and standards

 

If your qualifications and experience match the requirements for any of these roles, please complete and submit your application via this link EASP Project Staff Recruitment Application Form.
• All applications must be submitted to KPMG via the online application form at the link above.
• Closing date for receipt of applications will be August 31, 2022.
• Each individual can only apply for a maximum of two (2) positions.
• Any candidate who tries to influence the recruitment process shall be immediately disqualified.
• All applications will be selected on merit and only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews. For any questions regarding the application process please contact the Executive Selection Division, KPMG on +256 312 170080 or +256 312 170081.

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