IAWE4 seeks an Energy Specialist based in Accra, Ghana to provide analytical support to the Africa Energy unit’s work in sector financial sustainability, energy access, utility reforms, renewable energy integration, financial solutions including guarantees, and the energy sector recovery under a Program for Results financing.

The responsibilities of the selected candidate will include:

• Lead analytical work including financial modeling and projections to support the Ghana’s Energy Sector Recovery Program that aims to return the sector to financial viability over a set duration.
• Support the implementation of the IDA financed Ghana Energy Sector Recovery Program that aims to improve the financial viability of the electricity distribution sector in Ghana and to increase access to clean cooking solutions. In support of these objectives, the operation will finance the procurement of pre-paid meters, and upgrades to the main national distribution utility’s customer and meter management systems, in addition to supporting the Government’s national LPG promotion program through investments.
• Support task team leaders on coordination of stakeholders in the energy sector, including development partners, government institutions, and civil society for better implementation of the Government’s energy sector recovery program.
• Support the preparation and delivery of solar auctions aimed at diversifying the generation mix, and promoting energy security by using clean energy generation resources.
• Support energy team members on sector dialogue on sector reform, investments in generation, transmission and distribution and private sector participation in solar projects development, and electricity distribution.
• Coordinate with other GPs, IFC, MIGA and other partners on the energy program.

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

Selection Criteria

• Master’s degree in engineering/planning/economics/finance or equivalent areas relevant for energy sector development;
• At least 5 years of combined experience in the World Bank, or other international institutions and/or companies, government agencies, and/or power sector utilities with demonstrated track record of successful analytical engagement in complex activities;
• Demonstrates solid understanding of the financial modeling of sector entities along with the measures needed to improve the sector’s financial performance;
• Supported institutional building and sector reforms to improve sector governance and transparency;
• An excellent track record in carrying out high quality and timely analytical reports and activities;
• Undertook key analytical roles in supporting policy dialogue with clients and stakeholders;
• Demonstrates active listening skills and the ability to influence the audience (including counterparts in government, international partner organizations, and colleagues, senior staff and managers).
• Highly motivated, 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;
• Demonstrates strong knowledge of at least one of the relevant thematic business lines such as Financial Analysis; Energy Access; Economics, Markets & Institution; Energy Finance; Hydropower; or 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 (financial analysis. Energy access, power generation, transmission and distribution, renewables, and energy efficiency) to policy-related decisions and advice;
• 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 4 year term appointment. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.