SNV recruits 01 IMPROVED COOKING STOVES TECHNICAL AND QUALITY CONTROL ADVISER
IMPROVED COOKING STOVES TECHNICAL AND QUALITY CONTROL ADVISER (Rwandan National)
Kigali city (with 80% of work in rural areas), rw
Full-time
Contract type: National employment contract
Company Description
SNV is a not-for-profit international development organisation. Founded in the Netherlands 50 years ago, we have built a long-term, local presence in 39 of the poorest countries in Asia, Africa and Latin America. Our global team of local and international advisors works with local partners to equip communities, businesses and organisations with the tools, knowledge and connections they need to increase their incomes and gain access to basic services – empowering them to break the cycle of poverty and guide their own development.
For more information on SNV’s operations, visit our website: www.snvworld.org
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
In full alignment with the draft 2018 Biomass Energy Strategy (BEST) of the government of Rwanda; SNV and GIZ will partner together to start a new project in the renewable energy sector. SNV will be promoting cookstoves at various tier levels in order for there to be wide consumer choice based on which improved cookstoves is right for the consumer. The overall objective of this programme will be to improve access to and sustained use of clean and efficient cooking solutions for poor households through market led production and distribution of improved cook stoves. This will be done through interventions aimed at creating demand, strengthening supply, and creating an enabling environment while at the same time acknowledging the importance of access to finance.
The main responsibility of the ICS technical and quality control adviser will be to participate into establishing and strengthening an improved cook stoves supply chain: Improving technical skills into ICS manufacturing and establish quality control mechanisms; while also supporting the establishment of a distribution and “last mile” retailing system with existing ICS companies and cooperatives.
Main responsibilities:
Convening on concrete goals and public engagement in measures to achieve the ICS district development targets
Supporting the establishment of a distribution network and “last mile” retailing system/Hubs in rural areas
Identify all the ICS private sector actors and continuously scan the market for newcomers
Develop together with the private sector the technical specifications for ICS products
Facilitate Private companies to showcase their ICS products into exhibitions and other events
Quality control for the produced ICS, as per the standards
Technical trainings for stoves retailers
Develop tailor made technical trainings for ICS manufacturers/Producers
Connect to research institutions in relation to ICS testing and Branding
Contribute to improving the quality of ICS manufactured locally
Conduct technical mentorship for the ICS cooperative members (Producers, retailers , installers)
Liaise with REG/EDCL in terms of joint activity planning and enhance exchanges on ICS technology trends
Education: Degree in Civil engineering/Environmental technology
Work experience and technical expertise:
Proven experience in ICS technology;
Proven experience in technical coaching for cooperatives/or Small and Medium Enterprises;
Experience in private sector development (Including product development);
Experience into advocacy and District support;
Experience into partnering and working with research institutions
A deep knowledge of markets linkages in Rwanda rural settings
Past experience in setting-up win-win partnerships
At least 6 years relevant working experience (Developing new technologies and technical advisory);
Knowledge, Technical expertise and Abilities:
excellent interpersonal and networking skills,
team commitment and gender sensitive;
good knowledge of the rural energy sector in Rwanda;
good knowledge of and well connected with the different actors in the sector;
excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Kinyarwanda
Conceptual working and thinking level with experience in business coaching
Ability to network and conduct winning linkages
Attention to details, preciseness in the execution of tasks, solution-oriented working approach and negotiation.
Language requirements: Good command of English and Kinyarwanda
Computer Skills: Proficiency /Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Reporting level: Reports to Project Manager
Qualifications
Education: Degree in Civil engineering/Environmental technology
Work experience and technical expertise:
Proven experience in ICS technology;
Proven experience in technical coaching for cooperatives/or Small and Medium Enterprises;
Experience in private sector development (Including product development);
Experience into advocacy and District support;
Experience into partnering and working with research institutions
A deep knowledge of markets linkages in Rwanda rural settings
Past experience in setting-up win-win partnerships
At least 6 years relevant working experience (Developing new technologies and technical advisory);
Knowledge, Technical expertise and Abilities:
excellent interpersonal and networking skills,
team commitment and gender sensitive;
good knowledge of the rural energy sector in Rwanda;
good knowledge of and well connected with the different actors in the sector;
excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Kinyarwanda
Conceptual working and thinking level with experience in business coaching
Ability to network and conduct winning linkages
Attention to details, preciseness in the execution of tasks, solution-oriented working approach and negotiation.
Language requirements: Good command of English and Kinyarwanda
Computer Skills: Proficiency /Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Reporting level: Reports to Project Manager
Additional Information
How to Apply
Candidates should apply by sending:
i) A motivation letter;
ii) An updated Curriculum Vitae, and;
iii) Names and contact details of three professional referees.
Only applicants who meet the above requirements are invited to send their applications either on the Smart Recruiters on or before 14th May 2018.
NB: You are required to mention the title of the position on the subject line of your application.
Women Candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted