DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

IAWE4 seeks a Senior Energy Specialist based in Yaounde, Cameroon to support the Africa Energy unit’s work in energy access, utility reforms, financial solutions including guarantees, climate change portfolio in clean energy, PforR as part of largest sector program in Cameroon. The Senior Energy Specialist will specifically be the task leader for the first ever Program for Results in energy sector supporting the sector reforms. The selected candidate would also work closely with IFC and MIGA in managing Nachtigal guarantee and overall hydro development. In addition, the selected candidate would also be task leading programmatic ASA including on public private partnership for distribution in Cameroon.

The responsibilities of the selected candidate will include:

• Lead the overall dialogue with senior most levels of Government of Cameroon on implementation of first ever PforR in Cameroon focusing on energy sector reforms;
• Be the ADM TTL for Nachtigal guarantee and PforR ;
• Lead the dialogue on sector reforms including PPP approach for future distribution business in Cameroon;
• Supporting teams on strategic energy issues and implementation of the sub-region’s energy access goal and enable clean energy transition through adoption of renewable energy including implementation of RESPITE program;
• Lead teams in developing knowledge products and operational instruments to support Bank clients and advise relevant task teams;
• Support analytical and advisory services focusing on enhancement of private sector participation in energy access and renewable energy (particularly access to electricity through decentralized schemes as well as pre-electrification options);
• Work with IFC and MIGA for a WBG collaboration and donor coordination on potential PPP opportunities for energy access and clean energy transition;

This requisition is open to WBG staff as well as External candidates. 

Selection Criteria

• Master’s degree in energy planning/economics or equivalent areas relevant for energy/extractives sector development;
• At least 8 years of combined experience in the World Bank, other international institutions and/or companies, government agencies, and/or power sector utilities with demonstrated track record of successful engagement with complex projects;
• Demonstrates solid understanding of energy/extractives policies, technologies or strategies, Private sector participation, and institutional development needed to support development and for the success of project and analytic work.
• An excellent track record in carrying out high quality and timely analytical reports and activities would be advantageous;
• Experience of analysis and advice on regulatory reform, economic analysis of sector reform impacts (subsidies etc) and cost of service.
• Experience leading and/or playing key roles in policy dialogue with clients and stakeholders.
• Experience working on World Bank or other International Financial Institutions (IFIs) lending and non-lending operations is desirable;
• Demonstrates active listening skills and the ability to influence the audience  (such as counterparts in government, international partner organizations, academia, and Bank colleagues, senior staff and managers).
• Experience working with large global teams, with an ability to produce high-quality results and outputs with minimal supervision is required;
• High level of excitement, ability to work independently, taking initiative, and flexibility in quickly adjusting to changing work program requirements;
• Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to build strong partnerships with clients, different stakeholders and colleagues across units and departmental boundaries in a multi-cultural environment with virtual teams located in different countries;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including an ability to communicate complex issues in simple terms and to engage in evidence-based dialogue with clients. and
• Demonstrates strong knowledge of at least one of relevant thematic business lines such as Energy Access; Economics, Markets & Institution; Oil & Gas; Mining; Energy Efficiency; Renewable Energy; Energy Finance; Hydropower; Power Systems & Technologies.
•Translates technical analyses into policies, operations and/or research as they relate to any of the following thematic business lines: Energy Access; Economics, Markets & Institution; Oil & Gas; Mining; Energy Efficiency; Renewable Energy; Energy Finance; Hydropower; Power Systems & Technologies.

COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge and Experience in Development Arena – Translates technical and cross-country knowledge into practical applications and contributions to country and sector strategies; interacts with clients at the policy level;
• Policy Dialogue Skills – Anticipates needs and requests in the field and conducts independent policy discussions with representatives of the government and non-government partners;
• Integrative Skills – Understands relevant cross-sectoral areas how they are interrelated; able to undertake cross-sectoral work in lending and non-lending operations;
• Energy Sector Technologies – Deep experience applying knowledge (hydrocarbon, power generation, transmission and distribution, renewables, and energy efficiency) to policy-related decisions and advice;
• Energy Policy, Strategy and Institutions – Solid understanding of energy policies, strategies, institutions, and regulations;
• Lead and Innovate – Develops innovative solutions with others.
• Deliver Results for Clients – Achieves results and identifies mission-driven solutions for clients.;
• Collaborate Within Teams and Across Boundaries – Initiates collaboration across boundaries and broadly across WBG, and brings differing ideas into the forefront;
• Create, Apply and Share Knowledge  – Creates, applies and shares knowledge from across and outside the WBG to strengthen internal and/or external client solutions; and
• Make Smart Decisions  – Recommends and takes decisive action.

The World Bank Group is committed to achieving diversity in race, gender, nationality, culture, and educational background. Individuals with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.  Women and SSA/CR candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.  Candidates with open term appointments will retain their employment status if selected for this position. All others will be offered a 3 year term appointment. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.