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BACKGROUND:
The
Government of Uganda established the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) as the
Secretariat of the Rural Electrification Board which manages the Rural
Electrification Fund (REF). The REF was established by Statutory Instrument No.
75 of 2001 as provided for under the Electricity Act 1999.
This
Fund has been used to finance the Rural Electrification Programme which covers
all the regions of the country.
The
projects supported by the Fund cover grid extensions, off-grids and renewable
energy generation projects. REA now wishes to fill the following full time
positions to provide additional support in the area of construction and
implementation of on-going and new projects:
POST:
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST
PURPOSE
OF THE POSITION:
Coordinating
and leading in the technical supervision, compliance monitoring and reporting
implementation of environmental and social aspects of all investment projects
in the Rural Electrification Programme in line with environmental requirements
of the Government of Uganda and in conformance with the Environmental and
Social Safeguard Policies of Development Partners funding specific projects.
KEY
RESULT AREAS:
• Coordinate environmental and social
impact studies of Rural Electrification Projects in accordance with the GoU and
Donor Environmental/Social requirements and Safeguard Policies. This may
involve acquisition and supervision of Consultants to undertake the
environmental and social impact studies or may require the Environmental
Specialist to undertake studies of Rural Electrification Projects whose
implementation time is critical.
• Participate in the preparation of
Feasibility studies of packaged Rural Electrification Projects by undertaking
Environmental Screening and/scoping of the projects. .
• Prepare Terms of Reference (TORs) for
Environmental and Social Impact Studies of Rural Electrification Projects.
• Review Consultants Inception Reports,
Project Brief Reports and/or Environmental Impact Study Reports on
Environmental and Social impacts and provide guiding comments on technical
adequacy of the reports and advise Management..
• Develop Environmental Management and
Monitoring Plan for each Rural Electrification project, and ensure the inclusion
of the implementation arrangements and associated costs in the Bidding
documents, for hiring of services for Construction Works and the Supervising
Consultants.
• Undertake monthly, quarterly and annual
monitoring of all Rural Electrification projects on Environmental and Social
management aspects and compile reports.
• Participate in the preparation,
implementation and monitoring of participatory Resettlement Action Plans
(RAPs).
• Liaising with NEMA, UNRA and other
relevant Government Agencies on Environmental and Social Management aspects of
the Rural Electrification projects.
• And any other duties that may be assigned
from time to time by the Management of REA.
• Reports to the Manager Investment
Planning and Promotions
KNOWLEDGE,
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• A Bachelor’s degree in Environmental
Science Field and a Master’s degree in Environmental Science/Management area
from a recognised University are essential requirements.
• A qualification in energy efficiency, renewable
energy and/or general energy management is a distinct added advantage.
• At least four (4) years of relevant
professional experience in environmental management from a reputable
organisation, of which 3 years’ experience must be in the field of
environmental and social impact assessment and monitoring.
• Knowledge of low carbon energy
technologies, climate change issues in energy and Clean Development Mechanism
will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge and experience of Key
Environmental Management Tools, notably Environmental Impact Assessment,
Environmental Audit, Environmental monitoring, and reporting in electricity
related projects.
• Understanding and knowledge of
Environmental Laws, Regulations and Guidelines (National Environment Act
Cap.153, National Tree Forestry and Tree Planting Act, 2003, Environmental
Impact Assessment Regulations, 1998, The National Environment (Audit)
Regulations, 2006, among others), applicable to energy projects.
• Practical Knowledge of Environmental and
Social Safeguard requirements of a wide range of funding agencies such as the
World Bank, African Development Bank, Norway, JICA etc is an essential
requirement.
• Knowledge of Way leaves acquisition and
the process of compilation of a Resettlement Action Plan.
• Ability to work in a multicultural
environment and in an inter-disciplinary team, having well developed
interpersonal, communication, public relations and community mobilization
skills.
• Must not be more than 35 years old.
POST:
ECONOMIC/FINANCIAL ANALYST
PURPOSE
OF THE POSITION:
To
provide REA with competent services on matters related to rural electrification
business plans and financing of rural electrification infrastructure.
KEY
RESULT AREAS:
• Undertake economic and financial
modelling for feasibility and business planning.
• Assist project developers/concession
operators with their business planning requirements.
• Review project proposals/business plans
using economic models, analyzing the projects to determine their financial and
economic viability and social benefits.
• Prepare detailed analysis reports on each
project/business plan and advise management accordingly.
• Undertake due diligence to verify the
scope of works recommended and to verify the priced bills of quantities to
ensure that REA gets value for money and that the prices offered are
competitive.
• Where capital subsidies are applicable,
determine the prioritization of projects for subsidy eligibility.
• Reports to Manager, Investment Planning
& Promotion.
KNOWLEDGE,
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• A Masters Degree in Economics,
Quantitative Economics and MBA (Finance).
• Training in project planning, analysis
and management would be an added advantage.
• At least 5 years experience in related
duties, of which 2 were in financial and economic modelling and due diligence
of business plans.
• Knowledge of energy economics and
financial issues in a public utility company would be an added advantage.
• Strong interpersonal relationships and
ability to work with other persons with unfamiliar backgrounds.
• Thorough familiarity with the use of
computers in financial and economic analyses.
• Ability to prepare and present
information clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
If
you are interested in any of the above positions please submit your
applications which should include cover letter, CV, names and addresses of 3
reputable referees and copies of relevant academic certificates and
testimonials by
Thursday,
28th March 2013 to:
The
Executive Director
Rural
Electrification Agency
2nd
Floor House of Hope
P.O.
Box 7317 Kampala, Uganda
