The Technical Training Coordinator plays a pivotal role in organizing and overseeing technical training and capacity building initiatives related to biogas systems. This responsibility extends to coordinating these activities internally within the company and extending them to training programs nationwide.
You’ll be in charge of:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive training program for technical personnel involved in biogas operations, including operators, technicians, and maintenance staff.
- Identify training needs and gaps through performance assessments, skill evaluations, and feedback from the technical operations team.
- Design training materials, manuals, and presentations to effectively deliver technical concepts and procedures related to biogas production, equipment maintenance, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance.
- Coordinate and schedule training sessions, workshops, and hands-on exercises to provide practical experience and reinforce learning.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts and external trainers to deliver specialized training modules, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and emerging technologies.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs, collecting feedback and conducting assessments to measure knowledge transfer and skill development.
- Maintain training records and documentation, including training attendance, certifications, and performance evaluations.
- Stay updated with the latest developments in biogas technology, industry standards, and regulations to incorporate relevant information into training programs.
- Support the technical operations team by providing guidance and assistance in troubleshooting technical issues, equipment operation, and maintenance procedures as needed.
- Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement, promoting professional development opportunities and encouraging the sharing of knowledge and best practices within the technical operations team.
- You should have a Bachelor’s degree in agricultural engineering, environmental sciences, or agricultural education from a recognized university. A combination of education and equivalent work experience may also be considered.
- You must have prior experience in;
- Technical training coordination, preferably in the biogas or renewable energy industry.
- Adapting training content to various audiences, such as technicians, engineers, or operators, is a valuable asset.
- Evaluating training effectiveness and gathering feedback from participants. Showcase your ability to analyse training outcomes, identify areas for improvement, and make adjustments to training programs accordingly
- Clear expertise MS Office: Excel, Word & PPT.
What it is like to work at EcoGen.
- A leading Biogas company in Malawi: Joining our team means working alongside driven individuals who are committed to establishing our company as a leader in providing top-notch biogas systems and services in Malawi and beyond. This is not just a job; it’s a chance to forge a transformative career and experience personal growth like never before!
- Passion and purpose: Working at EcoGen, you work with a very passionate team that believes strongly in working for the social and environmental impact they want to see.
- Learning about agroecology and small and medium-scale farmers: We make sure that regardless of your background, you get to spend time in the field with farmers and genuinely learn about farming and agroecology in general and its importance.
- Work-life balance: At EcoGen, we know you’re at your best when you’re rested and healthy. We, therefore, give you generous holiday options and parental leave, we pay for your health protection and give you options to work remotely when needed and possible.
- A team of doers: We are a team of doers. You will get a chance to get your hands dirty and learn on the ground up because your ideas and execution matter.
Location, travel and start date:
- You will be based in the Lilongwe Office.
- Traveling up to 25% of your time across Malawi.
- The applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
If you still need to see how we solve humanity’s most important problems:
- You should start with our LinkedIn page for team and activity updates
- Check our YouTube channel: you can see testimonials from customers, mini-documentaries and videos of the impact SDGs we participate in solving
About EcoGen
EcoGen believes that the transition to renewable energy, reduction of global greenhouse gas emissions, and adoption of regenerative farming are critical to ensure a thriving world for today and for generations to come.
We advocate for a world in which waste is a resource, and farmers are empowered and productive. Smallholder farmers produce over 80% of our food: our technology and services help them be more sustainable, productive and healthy.
EcoGen is the exclusive distributor of Sistema.bio in Malawi, a leading global social enterprise operating in Latin America, India and Africa. We provide farmers with a patented, 10-year warranty, waste-to-energy technology that is easy to install and maintain, includes after-sales service, and a long-term relationship with each farmer.
We train, sell and install our patented bio digestion systems so that small and medium farmers turn their waste into economic, health, and environmental benefits.
Our products are unique for their simplicity of use, durability and quality.
Today, thousands of farms are equipped with our systems in 30 countries with clean energy and fertilizers, and the market is growing rapidly. In Malawi, more than 200 biodigesters have already been installed in 3 years. By the end of 2025, our goal is to install 10,000 biogas systems, providing access to clean, renewable, and cost-effective energy, and positively impacting the lives of over 150,000 farmers in Malawi. At the global level, together with Sistema.bio, the goal is to reduce 1% of global greenhouse gas emissions and transform food systems.
EcoGen, a renowned and highly acclaimed company, stands at the forefront as a provider of exceptional biogas systems in Malawi. With a remarkable track record of success, EcoGen has garnered over 9 prestigious awards and accolades. These include the esteemed Climate Change Adaptation Winner 2021 by SEED, the Climate Innovation Award by the Environmental Affairs Department of the Malawi Government, and the AfricaVScoronavirus Challenge winner, among others. Our groundbreaking work has also been recognized and featured by reputable media outlets such as BBC Africa, Forbes, and numerous local media stations.
