Senior Associate

Experience :

• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in the energy sector, preferably in a technical role with experience in project implementation.

• Prior experience as a consultant or work for a donor agency/international organization is preferred.

• Experience working across multiple levels (including executive level) and business groups.

• International experience and global perspective. Direct experience working in developing countries is preferred

• Prior experience with donor policies and procedures is a plus including USAID’s monitoring and evaluation approach, USAID's Reg 216, IFC Performance Standards and World Bank Environmental and Social Safeguard Policies

Skills:

• Must speak, read and write in English

• Excellent writing and communication skills. Able to communicate complex information and deliver verbal and written messages effectively.

• A foreign language is a plus: French, Spanish or Russian

• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Strong research capabilities, using a variety of primary and secondary sources.

• Strong organizational, teamwork and technical skills.

• Must be able to manage several tasks simultaneously and re-prioritize as necessary.

• Must work effectively under deadlines, both independently and as a team member.

• Must be able to use discretion with confidential business matters.

• Must be able to produce accurate and complete documents in a timely manner.

• Must have excellent listening skills and highly developed sense of responsibility and commitment to customer service.

• Must be able to travel (international field sites), as needed (at least 30% of the time).

Education:

• Master’s degree in engineering, economics or another related field is preferred