Publishing date: 3 March 2020

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Description: About the role:

Reporting to the Director of Programmes based in London, you will lead their Nairobi-based Programmes and Advisory team, which includes professionals from a range of private-sector backgrounds, including entrepreneurship, engineering, project development, banking and investment, micro-finance, management consulting and law. You will also support and provide expert advice to their other country offices.

You will manage and help implement their programmes, including both SME advisory and more field-based work. You will provide transaction advice to SMEs, manage relationships with donors and ensure that programmes are delivered on time and in a quality manner. You will represent E4I at industry events and, for up to 20% of your time, support on business development and fundraising.

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Publishing date: 25 February 2020

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Description: The ideal candidate has:

• Top marks at a top 5 Regional or Globally recognized University with a degree in commerce, engineering, sciences, education or other relevant discipline;
• Advanced degree is welcome;
• 3+ years (Senior Analyst) / 5+ years (Associate Manager) experience in an strategy or operational consulting role from a top regional or global consulting firm or business;
• 1+ years (Senior Analyst) / 3+ years (Associate Manager) experience in project & team management;
• 1+ years (Senior Analyst) / 3+ years (Associate Manager) experience training teams;
• Highly analytical with high degree of competency in Excel/Google Sheets, BI software (Looker, Microsoft BI, Tableau) and other analytical tools [this will be tested, do not apply if you do not have these skills];
• Critical Thinker: Very strong ability to structure problems and drive towards solutions even in ambiguous situations;
• Entrepreneurial Spirit with qualities of being able to work independently and figure things out with innovative thinking, problem-solving skills and presence of mind;
• Track record of success in their role e.g. fast promotion, demonstrable experience in exceeding results in their role;
• Ambitious, works hard and works smart (efficiently) wants to supercharge their professional development;
• Excellent communication skills able to distill information and understand the way to communicate to different audiences to get results;
• Demonstrates humility;
• Passionate about working with rural, off-grid consumers and resolving their issues;
• Driven by the social mission to provide energy to consumers and employment to rural communities. Should be a values driven individual. 

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Publishing date: 25 February 2020

Location: Kigali, Rwanda

Description: About the role:

Set a road map for the development of products in the range, including both hardware and business model development.

Coordinate with the market research team to conduct market and user research.

Manage pilots to test products and learn about the market.

Coordinate with the hardware development and sourcing teams to design and begin producing the products.

Coordinate with the finance team to develop a profitable business model for these products in all BBOXX markets.

Work with the process management team to develop a go-to-market plan including customer acquisition and development strategies for this product

Evaluate the success of new product or feature roll-outs and provide support as required.

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Publishing date: 14 February 2020

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Description: Angaza is hiring a Director of Customer Experience to join leadership team and take ownership over post-sales customer journey. This is both a strategic and tactical role; the right candidate will be thrilled by the opportunity to roll up their sleeves and get deeply involved in the implementation and optimization of global customer success and support functions. Reporting directly to VP of Customer Experience, they will take over the management of high-performing Customer Success and Customer Support teams based in Nairobi and develop a team growth strategy that accommodates customers in over 50 countries worldwide. This role requires a candidate that is passionate about customer happiness and determined to ensure customers have a delightful experience every time they interact with Angaza. The Director of Customer Experience will work closely with the VPCX to develop a post-sales customer strategy that aligns with the company mission and corporate goals. S/he will execute this strategy and deliver exceptional and measurable results that build significant value for the Angaza team and its customers. This position will be based in Nairobi office, and will also be a member of the leadership team for that location.

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Publishing date: 13 February 2020

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Description: The Corporate Finance Director is the individual primarily responsible for the financial health of the company. He/she is a thought leader and partner to the CEO, and co-creator of corporate strategies, plans and objectives. He/she is responsible for all aspects of financial strategy, planning, management, analysis, and reporting. In Pawame’s unique context, he/she will work alongside Pawame’s CFO to support fundraising efforts and ensure Pawame has access to an adequate supply of low-cost working capital.

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Publishing date: 12 February 2020

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Description: The Head of Engineering will be responsible for overseeing all power-related technical elements of the company. The primary technical areas that the Head of Engineering will be responsible for include:

• Solar PV – lead the design and engineering for solar PV projects up to the low MW scale;
• Battery Storage – lead the design and engineering for battery storage assets of various chemistries up to the low MWh scale;
• AC Switchgear – lead the design and engineering for low to high voltage AC switchgear and system integration;
• Micro-grid Controls and System Communication – lead the design and engineering for micro-grid system integration and SCADA systems;
• Transmission and Distribution networks – lead the design and engineering for LV and MV distribution networks, including transformers and substations.

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Publishing date: 11 February 2020

Location: Cape Town, South Africa

Description: This is a opportunity for a Project Engineer (with battery storage experience) to quickly work their way up in their career with a leading PV industry player, especially considering the clear goals for the firm to expand this service across Africa.

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Publishing date: 7 February 2020

Location: Uganda

Description: The BrightLife Uganda CEO will drive BrightLife to long-term Solar Home System market leader status in Uganda by 1) leading a high performance Senior Management Team, 2) fundraising the debt required for continued growth as well as servicing that debt and maintaining strong relationships with lenders 3) driving sales, after-sales and repayment execution against BrightLife’s strategy, 4) analyzing performance and iterating on the product and the business plan as needed, and 5) relentlessly pursuing an exceptional customer experience at each step along the way with the aim of building a high-impact and profitable business.

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Publishing date: 24 January 2020

Location: Kampala, Uganda

Description: This position will be part of the Global Customer Experience team that is based in Kampala, Uganda, led by a Business Strategy Manager and working closely with multiple department heads/directors.

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Publishing date: 20 January 2020

Location: Dakar, Senegal

Description: The main objective of the Consumer Understanding & Credit Officer at Oolu is to maximize and monitor portfolio performance and growth. The successful applicant will develop Oolu’s understanding of its customer base and value proposition, using this understanding to formulate and implement portfolio improvement and growth initiatives centred primarily around pricing and credit scoring.

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Publishing date: 16 January 2020

Location: Nigeria

Description: This is a unique opportunity for self-driven and goal oriented individual to challenge yourself and help others achieve their maximum sales potential. As a Retail Supervisor, you are the face of PAS BBOXX’s brand to our customers as such, you embodied our image. You will drive territorial expansion and customer acquisition You will drive sales/profits, minimizing losses, and motivating outlet sales agents on result-oriented performance.

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Publishing date: 14 January 2020

Location: Kampala, Uganda

Description: We are building a diverse and inclusive team and  this opportunity is open to any qualified internal and external applicants. Women, candidates from Africa and those with experience working on the continent are particularly encouraged to apply for this role. 

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Publishing date: 14 January 2020

Location: Nairobi

Description: Angaza’s technology empowers distributors to make life-changing products accessible and affordable to individuals in emerging markets, even those who live on less than $2 per day. With affordable access to livelihood necessities like solar lights and clean cookstoves, people without access to credit or traditional banking services can start on a path to financial inclusion.

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Publishing date: 10 January 2020

Location: Boulder or Basalt, CO; New York City; Washington, DC; or Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.  

Description: 

Overview  
RMI is seeking candidates for Associates and Senior Associates (RMI’s entry and mid-level research and collaboration positions) in our Empowering Clean Economies Program, with a low and middle-income country focus. Associates and Senior Associates are creative problem solvers who use their quantitative, technical, and analytical abilities to conduct compelling analyses around vital energy issues. They collaborate with team members to craft visionary yet practical solutions for our research questions and for our clients.  

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Publishing date: 3 January 2020

Location: Amuloko, Akoko, Ore/Okitipupa - Nigeria

Description: 

The Role
The Area Business Manager will lead sales, collections and distribution operations in the area they are assigned for the direct distribution of Sun King Solar products sold on Pay-As-You-Basis (also called and recognized as “EasyBuy” Business unit) through a network of agents called as “Energy Officer”. EasyBuy technology and services allows customers to purchase units by paying for their Solar products in small installments, thus ensuring they are extremely affordable for off-grid or rural customers. The Area Business Manager is ultimately accountable for generating sales, ensuring collections are timely and accurate and keeping the entire Direct Distribution growing rapidly in a sustainable manager.  

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Publishing date: 2 December 2019

Location: Goma, DRCa

Description: 

Role Brief
BBOXX RDC has a unique vision to transform households and businesses across DRC with next generation energy solutions, appliances and utility services. We have a product range that can electrify entire cities: from small households to large businesses; and we are on a mission to scale it across the country. We are looking for truly exceptional, resilient individuals to join us on our quest and ambition to create the largest utility in Congo (500K+ connections) and to make the DRC the first country in the world where the virtual distributed clean solar grid leapfrogs the physical grid.

About the role
Establish operations in a new region, including recruiting a team, setting up a shop and
Report
Meet sales targets and distribution targets through a freelancer sales force and third party distribution network
Responsible (with support from logistics team) to oversee safe import and storage of stock in-country (around $5M of stock to be imported in 2019)
Manage our supplier relationship with our outsourced technical provider to complete installations promptly
Responsible for the shop and ensuring customers can get their problems solved promptly in your region
Work with HQ marketing team to coordinate marketing campaigns in your province
Manage relationships with local authorities and ensure that all appropriate local authorisation are obtained and relationships maintained

About you
5-7 years’ experience in retail operation
In depth operations experience, for example from a telco or satellite TV provider
Analytical and good with numbers
Clear communicator 

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Publishing date: 30 November 2019

Location: Nairobi

Description: The Aftersales Director will be responsible for driving growth and providing focused leadership into establishing efficiencies and automation across all areas of Aftersales service provision, ensuring our customers are at the front on all decision making and receive exceptional levels of service, whilst maintaining growth margins.

The job holder will possess strong Customer focus to provide excellent customer service but also be commercially minded and comfortable in a target driven environment.

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Publishing date: 25 November 2019

Location: Goma, DRCa

Description:  CLASP seeks a Chief Officer / Senior Director to lead its Market Development programs for appliances, in on-, off-, and weak-grid contexts. The principle area of focus will be CLASP’s clean energy access portfolio, which aims to accelerate the deployment of high quality, energy-efficient products in sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, and beyond. CLASP’s energy access portfolio includes the Efficiency for Access Coalition, the Low Energy Inclusive Appliances Program, the Global LEAP Awards, and Lighting Global Quality Assurance, among other initiatives. A secondary focus will be expanding CLASP’s market development work to on- and weak-grid contexts.

The Chief Officer / Senior Director will be responsible for leading CLASP’s growing Market Development team based in Washington, DC, India, and – in collaboration with CLASP’s East Africa Director – Nairobi. They will work collaboratively with CLASP team members in the United States, Kenya, India, Europe, and elsewhere, along with our wide network of international partners and program stakeholders. They will develop and nurture partnerships with stakeholders around the world, including funders, program implementers, appliance manufacturers, distributors, users, and other NGOs. They will contribute to overall organizational direction and strategy, and in particular lead the strategic direction of CLASP’s energy access portfolio and broader suite of market development initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have an extraordinary capacity for program strategy, development, execution and administration, as well as leading a high performing team, deep expertise on energy efficiency, clean energy markets and on- and off- grid policy dynamics, world class collaboration and communication skills, a commitment to impacts and results, entrepreneurialism, and a sense of humor.

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Publishing date: 20 September 2019

Location: Lusaka, Zambia

Description: As a Project Manager within the Customer Credit team, you will be a part of revolutionizing credit and financial inclusion for the base of the pyramid. The role will report to the Customer Credit Manager and will work cross-functionally with the rest of our commercial team, customer experience, product development, operations, marketing, and technical teams on the ground to help design, execute, assess and refine innovative consumer finance projects at Fenix.

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Publishing date: 16 September 2019

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Description: Kenya Market Development Advisor will provide direct advice to solar home system (SHS) and mini-grid (MG) companies. The advisor will act as a market facilitator for companies entering the Kenyan market, and/or supporting existing companies looking to scale up operations. The Advisor will link private developers and entrepreneurs with suitable sources of project development finance.

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