Technical Competencies:
Energy Access: Advanced technical
qualifications and broad knowledge of all aspects of sustainable energy –
and particularly energy access - policies, strategies and practices gained through advanced academic study (PhD level) and/or wide
experience.
Gender:
Advanced qualifications or demonstrated leadership and broad knowledge of all
aspects of gender equality, social inclusion and women’s empowerment as they
related to sustainable energy.
Leadership: Demonstrated
intellectual leadership and ability to integrate energy and gender specific knowledge with broader operational strategies and policies,
research objectives, etc. Recognition as
an expert in gender responsive and
socially inclusive sustainable energy and energy access programs, as evidenced either through a proven track record of managing and
delivering highly complex operations or equivalent assignments (e.g. leading
complex policy dialogue, delivering lending or advisory services in an MDB) in
a development context.
Connections:
Significant, strong experience working in sustainable energy and gender
fields and
dynamically connecting with practitioners and policy makers.
Delivery:
Operational experience in delivering gender responsive and
socially inclusive (centralized and decentralized) energy
access solutions in sub-Saharan Africa or Asia is an
advantage. Demonstrated skills in
designing and leading programs; seasoned in project structuring, development
and implementation.
Knowledge
Partnerships: Ability to work with others to create, synthesize and/ or
share relevant knowledge or experience.
A track record of engaging with public, private and Civil Society
Organization (CSO) partners, as well as international organizations, in an
international and country context. Builds networks of experts and clients to share knowledge and experience
for the purpose of strengthening internal and/or external client solutions as
convener and facilitator of knowledge.
Leverages external knowledge and partnerships to strengthen solutions for
internal and/or external clients
Core Competencies:
Ability to interact with senior level UN staff, with ambassadors,
high-level diplomats, and with senior government officials including Prime
ministerial and Ministerial level.
Excellent
written, synthesis and research skills, including drafting ability and
extensive knowledge of word processing and application of software package as
databases and Power Point Presentations; Familiarity and appreciation of social
media and a clear communicator.
Professionalism;
Demonstrating/safeguarding
ethics and integrity. Demonstrate corporate knowledge, Self-development and
initiative-taking. Ability to work in a multi-cultural and international
environment based on mutual respect and tolerance. Demonstrates good judgement and discretion
when handling sensitive materials.
Ability to exercise good judgement, discretion
and tact in handling sensitive issues.
A
commitment to the goals of SEforALL and to sustainable development more broadly
essential.
A
good sense of humor.
Willingness
to 'get the job' done with a positive attitude to take on a wide range of
tasks.
Ability and willingness to
adjust to ‘beyond the normal’ working hours and manage the work life balance
effectively to accommodate differences in time zones
Analysis:
Demonstrated excellent
research and analytical skills that can be applied to gather data and generate
knowledge relevant to decision-making functions
Planning and
Organizing:
Develops clear goals
that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and
assignments. Adjusts priorities as
required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing
work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and
adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently and is able to
work to deadlines and maintain effectiveness under pressure.
Excellent organizational
and task management skills, with appropriate attention to details and ability
to prioritize work among multiple competing demands, and under tight
deadlines. Ability to manage multiple
workflows at the same time.
Proactive approach to
managing workflow, with keen ability to multi-task and respond quickly and
flexibly to a wide range of issues, some of which come up in ad hoc and
unexpected ways.
Ability
to thrive in a fast-paced work environment where adaptability will be a
premier.
Communication:
Excellent communication
skills in speaking and writing; ability to develop contacts, foster
collaboration with internal as well as external stakeholders, deliver
presentations, advocate for viewpoints and participate actively in internal as
well as external debates and negotiations.
Ability to craft messages
and communiques, and copy edit work to produce flawless written communications
is required.
Innovation:
Inspires and influences others to drive innovation
Fosters open discussions with broad audiences to set
vision and establish buy-in for innovation that can enhance SEforALL
effectiveness in supporting leaders to broker partnerships and unlock finance.
Inspires others to develop new solutions that have a
development impact and advocates for changes and application of new methods to
enhance results.
Develops
partnerships and relationships that enable SEforALL to achieve results through
innovation.
E-literacy:
Excellent e- skills,
including the ability to use modern office technology and related software.
Practical knowledge of
word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software is required. Ability to
do internet research, compile information and find solutions on line to
information gaps is essential.
Teamwork:
Work within a
newly-formed team as well as with colleagues across work units, departments,
divisions and with Member States. Support colleagues, establish a team culture,
encourage others to participate in teamwork and share responsibility for
decision-making and results. Places team agenda before personal agenda.
Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such
decisions may not entirely reflect own position; Shares credit for team
accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
Demonstrated ability to
work with teams representing a wide variety of staffing levels that also cut
across agencies and partners, and work without direct authority to deliver
timely and high quality products. Strong
team player capabilities.
Personal.
Consistently
approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude. Demonstrates behavior of professional and
personal ethics transparency and openness to encourage respect and similar
behavior from colleagues in the work place. Sensitivity to other people’s
cultural and religious norms and the ability to easily blend with others.
Must have shown to have
the ability to be discrete and maintain confidential information.
Exhibits diplomacy, loyalty and commitment to SEforALL’s goals. Sense of humor
an advantage.
SEforALL values
Partnership. SEforALL’s global team operates within and across partner
driven networks, building on its strong relationship with the UN. SEforALL’s
global team catalyzes connections, coordinates activities with others, collaborates
on common objectives and leverages opportunities to deliver more as a platform
than it can do individually.
Agility. SEforALL’s global team is adaptive in its approach so it can
stay focused on its goal in an evolving economic and political environment. It
brings people together that don’t normally talk to each other and frames the
questions differently so it can help leaders unlock action and finance.
Diversity. SEforALL’s global team recognizes the diversity of needs
across countries and communities and commits to working with all actors in
delivering solutions that respond to these differentiated needs.
Equity. SEforALL’s goal is for “all.” SEforALL’s global team strives
for a sustainable energy transition that is just and equitable and leaves no
one behind.
Results. SEforALL global team focuses on helping leaders make the most
progress, fastest in areas that make a meaningful contribution to SEforALL’s
objectives. It is solutions-oriented. It values evidence and data. It
understands the scale and urgency of the sustainable energy challenge and the
need for a holistic systems-based approach.
Trust. SEforALL’s global team treats information carefully and
respects what it is entrusted with as it serves partners and their success.