16 July 2012

Renewable Energy Business Planning Consultant - Africa

Renewable Energy Business Planning Consultant - Africa
Opportunity Type: Job
FINCA International
Uganda

About the Organization:
FINCA International, one of the world's leading MFIs, provides financial services to more than 900,000 clients through 21 wholly-owned and operated subsidiaries in Africa, Eurasia, Latin America and the Greater Middle East.

About the Job:
FINCA International is seeking a Renewable Energy Business Planning Consultant - Africa to conduct a feasibility assessment and provide a business plan to launch a large-scale micro-energy business in Uganda and surrounding countries.

Tasks and Responsibilities:
Conduct a customer demand assessment and segmentation;Develop a strategy for supply, distribution, and sales;Conduct a competitive assessment and partner survey;Develop a staffing and organization plan;Develop financial projections to determine cost and financial sustainability.

Qualifications:
Advanced Degree in relevant field (banking, business, finance);Minimum 7 to 10 years of relevant work experience;Experience in setting up new ventures to offer products and services targeted at the bottom of the pyramid;Familiarity with microfinance (preferred, not required);Expertise in launching and operating scaled renewable energy initiatives, particularly in Africa;Commercial/entrepreneurial orientation, market assessment and strategic planning;Skills in supply chain management/ management of sales and distribution channels;Ability to work with cross-functional teams;Ability to operate in remote environments;Ability to interface with clients and staff. 

Posted: 09 May 2012
Closing Date: 31 Jul 2012

How to Apply:
Interested candidates can apply online at
FINCA International

Interested candidates can also submit a proposal with pricing information, dates of availability, and resume to
sonali.rohatgi@finca.org

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