Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Head of Unit, Capacity Development, the Advisor will;

• Handle correspondences and processes required to support the expanding training network and implement activities towards improved training delivery and skills development in the sector.
• Facilitate the activity implementation of the framework to operationalise the clean energy certification for skills including stakeholder engagement with strategic communication and support to the Industry Advisory Committee (IAC), COREN and other Ministries, Departments & Agencies (MDA’s)
• Contribute to the review and update of competency standards for clean energy certification and corresponding curricula
• Support the development of training concepts, correspondence with training providers, manage training preparation and implementation
• Work closely with the other Components to facilitate regular exchange on areas of collaboration and ensure effective correspondences

Tasks

Below is a non-exhaustive list of the tasks you will be expected to perform:

• Both, independently and in collaboration with other units of NESP (and under the supervision of the Head of Unit) the Junior Advisor is responsible for the timely design and production of multimedia communication materials (presentations, training manuals, blended learning resources, press releases, communication and visibility items, factsheets, audio visuals etc.) in close collaboration the Programme’s Communications and Knowledge Management advisors
• Periodically update the implementation of operational plan and activities in close consultation with other Components to ensure quality and suggests necessary changes, improvements, and initiatives
• Support stakeholder coordination between the stakeholders in the sector including the private sector and training institutions to ensure the demand-oriented skills development and employment promotion
• Prepare reports and ensure proper documentation of the Unit’s resources on the internal server, WebMo updates, handle administrative process for procurement and logistics (incl. consultants’ missions, events organisation, and procurement of services/material).

Knowledge management

• Documents knowledge exchange with other Components of the Programme
• Knowledge management of the work results (organize and update project documentation, filing, database).
• Ensure communication and visibility of the results in line with NESP’s Communication and Visibility Plan/Strategy.
• Support in the planning, monitoring and evaluation of Unit activities (incl. drawing up monitoring/progress reports).
• May be assigned other tasks as required

General obligations

The Junior Advisor:

• is familiar with all components of the programme, concepts and status of implementation and knows the corresponding experts and staff;
• represents the interest of the GIZ and the programme and always acts on its behalf; and
• carries out important tasks for the programme, even if these are not explicitly cited in the job description; performs other duties and tasks at the request of the management.

Required qualifications, Competences and Experience

Qualifications

• Degree in Communications, Law, Social Sciences, or similar area of study.

Professional experience

• Good working knowledge of virtual meetings and computer applications (e.g., MS Office, MS Teams)
• 2 years’ experience working in a similar position with donor agencies or organisations
• Proficient writing, reporting, research, and analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, conflict management and communication skills are required
• Candidate should be familiar with Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency stakeholders in Nigeria
• Knowledge of the Clean Energy Certification Scheme is an added advantage
• Understanding of basic approach for training and other teaching methodology is desirable
• Experience in working with international organisations. Experience working with GIZ is an added advantage.
• Desired additional qualifications, competencies, and experiences
• Fluent written and oral knowledge of English.
• Knowledge of project management practices.
• Good presentation, monitoring, evaluation, and report writing skills
• Knowledge of blended learning management systems for technical trainings
• Ability and willingness to travel regularly to any region in Nigeria (including rural areas).