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Renewable Energy Expert

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Reference 225  (Please mention Stopdodo/Environment Jobs in your application)
Sectors Sustainability, Climate, CSR, EMS
Location El Salvador - America South
Type Fixed Term and Permanent Roles
Status Full Time
Level Senior Level
Deadline 02/06/2011
Company Name Winrock International
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Directory Entry : Winrock International is a nonprofit organization that works with people in the United States and around the world to empower the disadvantaged, increase economic opportunity, and sustain natural resources. For jobs with Winrock please visit their website. For more jobs in the field of Sustainability take a look at environmentjobs.com
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Winrock International is a nonprofit organization that works with people in the United States and around the world to empower the disadvantaged, increase economic opportunity, and sustain natural resources. By linking local individuals and communities with new ideas and technology, Winrock is increasing long-term productivity, equity, and responsible resource management to benefit the poor and disadvantaged of the world.
 
Winrock is seeking Renewable Energy Expert candidates for an upcoming 2-5 year USAID-funded Central American Regional Clean Energy Initiative (RCEI). This position will be based in El Salvador. The anticipated program is designed to improve investment climate for clean energy development and reduce overall electrical energy consumption at the regional level. The program is expected to work with regional and national energy regulators, national government ministries, industry trade organizations, large-scale energy consumers, non-government organizations, and private sector renewable energy developers. The principle activities will be to:
  • Harmonize regional regulatory and trade policy
  • Reform procurement processes, regulations, and policies
  • Design procurement and transmission rights, policies, and regulations
  • Design/promote financial/fiscal incentives for investments in energy efficiency programs
  • Provide training to implement national energy efficiency programs
 
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Advanced degree in engineering, renewable energy, environmental science, policy or other relevant field. Minimum 10 years experience in the Renewable Energy sector with in-depth knowledge of one or more specific RE technologies attractive for grid connection (cogeneration, biomass, wind, small hydro, geothermal). Experience in Central America is preferred. Strong communication skills in both Spanish and English are required. Must have experience working with diverse host country partners. Knowledge of Central American regulatory, tariff, and grid code requirements is essential.
 
TO APPLY: Applicants can send an email with CV and note of interest directly to Ms. Cindy Martin at cmartin@winrock.org and please indicate “Central America Renewable Energy Expert” in the Subject Line for immediate attention.  This position is contingent upon receipt of donor funding and it is expected that the program will begin in fall 2011.
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