Job Vacancies at Husk Power Systems

Requirements

• Support all GIS/site scoping related activities across Nigeria (and other potential markets).
• Regularly interact with various internal and external stakeholders for site identification/selection activities.
• Support the optimization of various Husk NG activities to ensure best practices are entrenched towards more efficient processes.
• Understand the priorities of the country operations and support the Country team when necessary.
• Provide requisite support and inputs on building and aligning various company processes and policies according to global best practices.
• Other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Site Identification and Deployment

• Support in defining the site selection criteria for HMG locations with inputs from the relevant team members.
• Support work planning and the implementation of all GIS/site identification tasks.
• Support the preparation of country-level geospatial analysis and GIS modelling strategy and implement this in order to develop pipelines of viable communities/locations.
• Utilize data visualization/analysis tools including customized dashboards for site mapping.
• Support relevant teams in deploying mobile data collection apps for use during field surveys and enumeration activities.
• Support the management of survey data collection and the application of relevant data sets for site scoping activities.
• Support the building of load profiles using collated data to feed into the system sizing activities.
• Coordinate location-based analytics with innovative spatial intelligence, business intelligence, and statistical and predictive analytics tools to create unique analytical solutions and insights that support both strategic and operational decision-making.

Business Growth and Support

• Ensure support for other Business Units for alignment with GIS/site selection/land survey tasks.
• Work with relevant Business Units to ensure relevant land lease documents, building permits, other land documentation for compliance purposes.
• Support business growth and continuous cost & quality improvements in the business.
• Support in the preparation of proposals, technical inputs, bill of materials, budgets, and technical drawings for the submission of such proposals.
• Coordinate, maintain regular communication, and develop positive and productive relationships with various stakeholders, regulatory stakeholders, customer/client groups etc.
• Support communication channels for engagements with all relevant stakeholders during site selection/land survey and other related processes

Qualifications

• Ability to develop and update professional knowledge and skills quickly and efficiently. Ability to apply professional knowledge and skills in the advancement of business objectives.
• Effectively carry out tasks that are required by internal terms in addition to carrying out own role.
• Adapts to changes in company strategy whilst developing own strategy to achieve personal goals of competently owning and managing processes.
• Assesses own development needs and develops self to improve job performance and fulfil future potential. Contributes to the team ethos and instilling the values of the Company.
• The ability to evaluate and convey complex information to others in an effective manner through concise communication skills and clear presentation skills in both verbal and written contexts.
• Should possess requisite skill sets- active listening, speaking, reading, comprehension, critical thinking, performance monitoring, time management, people management, material resource management, effective time management, judgment and decision making, teaching, coaching, and social awareness.
• A minimum of 3 years of work experience and 2 years of experience in a similar role within the energy/infrastructure/development sector.
• Graduate from a leading institution with a related degree in GIS/Surveying and other related subjects. Postgraduate degree and/or related professional qualifications, a plus.
• This position requires an in-depth understanding of GIS/Survey capabilities, critical thinking, and the ability to provide time-bound solutions to the benefit of the company. 
• Excellent skills with QGIS or ArcGIS, Google Earth, Microsoft Office tools and project management tools (MS Project, Power BI, etc)

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Division / Function:  Marketing and Communications

Location of the Job: Nasarawa & Plateau, Nigeria with frequent travel to Husk MiniGrids Locations

Reports to: Head, Marketing and Communications

• Convert potential leads into customers for existing and new Husk Minigrid (HMG) sites.
• Collaborate with the Lead Generation Officer and Field Sales Agents (FSA) to follow up on qualified leads.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with potential customers, understanding their needs and addressing any concerns or questions they may have.
• Develop and deliver persuasive presentations to potential customers, showcasing the benefits of Husk's offerings.
• Accurately document and maintain new customer details.
• Render daily reports on customer acquisition activities, performance, and outcomes to activities and feedback
• Provide regular reports on customer acquisition activities and market feedback. marketing activation activities to drive customer engagement and growth.
• Identify and implement strategies to improve customer acquisition processes and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an HND.
• 1-2 years of experience in customer acquisition or sales roles within the power or telecommunications sectors.
• Proven ability to close sales and achieve targets.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-diverse environment.
• Strong understanding of rural markets and community dynamics.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
• Results-oriented with a track record of meeting or exceeding targets.
• Knowledge of MS Office, Google Suite, and other relevant tools.
• Responsive with great time management and organizational skills.
• Relationship management skills and openness to feedback.