Latest Recruitment at the African Development Bank Group (AfDB)

Grade: GS5
Department: Nigeria Country Department (RDNG)
Supervisor: Senior Director, RDNG

RDNG -Objectives

• The Nigeria Country Department (RDNG) of the African Development Bank has been established to strengthen policy dialogue between the Bank and the Government and other stakeholders; improve performance of the project portfolio and aid coordination with other development partners.
• RDNG invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill in the vacant position of Information Assistant.
• This position is based in Abuja, Nigeria and does not attract international terms and conditions.

Duties and Responsibilities
Under the overall administrative authority of the Senior Director for the Nigeria Country Department (RDNG) and the day to day direct supervision of the Manager, Country Operations on all substantive and professional matters; the main responsibilities of the Information Assistant will be:

• Act as focal point for the management of information support and research matters as required by the manager. Work with the Communications and Economic Complexes within the Bank to source information, publications, brochures and other institutionally significant publications for display at the Information Centre;
• Assist and support the Communications Officer in drafting, editing and proof-reading of all materials that will be posted on the website of the Nigeria Country Department (including, but not limited to concept notes, brochures, lists of participants, press-releases, biographies, etc.);
• Assist in the creation, editing and retouching of photographs and videos;
• Working closely with Communications Team, map major media outlets and compile names of leading journalists who could be relevant for the unit and could be invited to cover the events, etc;
• Assist with social media campaigns around the Forum (e.g. Twitter and Facebook posts);
• Support the team towards achieving deliverables for effectiveness;
• Support the team with retrieval and compilation of data from Client Connection
• Coordinate activities taking priorities into account, monitoring changes, and communicating the information to the manager; set up and manage exhibition booths at events organized and coorganized by the Bank;
• Track assigned task/project steps/timetables, coordinates with relevant staff and aid and/or information on related matters;
• Carry out office support work, including managing processes and monitoring schedules related to the teams tasks;

Selection Criteria

• Bachelor's degree in Library Science, Communications, Media Studies, Journalism, International Rations, International Development, Marketing, or another related field.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills to draft correspondence on a range of topics and ensure quality of documents;
• Proficiency in using advanced functions of standard computer applications and adaptability to use state of the art software for reference databases and dissemination activities;
• Committed team player with demonstrated inter-personal skills and ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
• Effective time management, team player with strong organizational and people/customer service skills, with demonstrated initiative and resourcefulness;
• Proven skills in planning, prioritizing and coordinating wok and other activities internally and externally;
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment and able to produce high quality work under pressure;
• Ability to carry through initiatives independently in the absence of the team leader and respond to requests for information;
• A minimum of two years of relevant experience in one or more of the following areas: library work environment, information management, journalism, public relations, advocacy, international relations, marketing, development, advertising, digital communications, multimedia agencies, or another relevant field;
• Experience in media relations and systems, using traditional and social media, multi-media and a variety of platforms;
• Experience in organization of large scale events, preferably at the international level;
• Familiarity with the work of the Organization, its mandate, main areas of focus, agencies, entities and departments; current priorities issues;
• Must have an active presence in major social media platforms, including but not limited to Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Instaram, and LinkedIn
• Experience with the systems like the WordPress Content Management System, plus basic knowledge of HTMLS and CSS, will be an advantage;
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Corel Draw, Illustrator, and in Design an asset.

Terms of Employment
6 months contract renewal based on performance and budget availability

Applicants should submit their application letter, a concise Curriculum Vitae (CV) and any supporting documents electronically to: Recruit_RDNG@AFDB.ORG

Note

• Only applicants who already have the right to live and work in Nigeria will be considered for this position. The bank does not support applications for work permits and relocation.
• Applications received in hard copy will not be assessed. The President of the African Development Bank reserves the right to appoint candidate at a lower level.
• The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• The African Development Bank Group does not ask for payments of any kind frog applicants throughout the recruitment process (job application, CV review, interview meeting, and final processing of applications). In addition, the Bank does not request information on applicants’ bank accounts.
• The African Development Bank Group declines all responsibility for the fraudulent publications of job offers in its name or, in general, for the fraudulent use of its name in any way whatsoever.

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Reference: ADB/17/460/2
Location: Côte d’Ivoire
Grade: PL3
Position N°: 50093513

Complex

• The Vice-Presidency for “Power, Energy, Climate and Green Growth” is a Sector Complex focusing on the Bank's Ten-Year Strategy and the first High 5 priority “Light up and Power Africa”. 
• The objectives of the Complex are to: (i) develop policy and strategy; (ii) provide deep sector technical expertise to the Regions by gathering a pool of experienced individuals who can be consulted for their expertise on complicated transactions; (iii) develop new financing instruments; and (iv) act as spokesperson to represent the Bank with external stakeholders on all aspects of 'Light Up and Power Africa'.
• The Complex will focus on power systems, policy and regulation, renewable energy; and, climate and green growth.
  

The Hiring Department/Division

• Within this new Complex, there is a Directorate in charge of Power Systems Development.
• This Directorate includes the 'Power Utilities' Division, which supports the Bank's Regional Member Countries, Utilities, Regional Economic Communities, Power Pools, Regulators and other stakeholders to develop and improve their power systems for both sovereign (SO) and non-sovereign operations (NSO).O).

The Position

• The Chief Utility Management Officer will provide in-depth sector expertise in the reform of electric utilities, improving technical, operational, commercial and financial performance, as well as compliance with applicable laws, regulations and performance standards.
• He/she will provide specific expertise in benchmarking, capacity building and the adoption of modern system planning tools and equipment to improve the performance of electricity utilities, including by drafting and negotiating relevant project and transaction documents.
• He/she will contribute to implementing relevant flagship programmes (transformation of public services and acceleration of last-mile access programmes).

Duties and Responsibilities
Under the general supervision of the Manager, Electrical Utility Services, the incumbent shall perform the following duties:

• Contribute to implementing relevant flagship projects to achieve the objectives of the New Energy Compact;
• Provide advisory support to regional member countries, regional economic communities and project leaders in the preparation and implementation of complex and innovative projects aimed at reforming electricity utilities and improving their performance and efficiency through strategic sub-contracting, improved integrated planning, asset management, reduction of commercial, technical and recovery losses, application of new and innovative technologies and a capacity building programme (training workshops);
• Collaborate with regional platforms and governance units to implement policies based on operations and the provision of complementary technical assistance programmes to support public service reforms and private-sector participation, including in the design, drafting, negotiation and execution of performance-based management/concession contracts;
• Maintain dialogue with regional platform teams in the process of identifying, preparing and executing operations related to the transformation of power utilities, including network rehabilitation, modernization and expansion projects; customer audits/meter verification and last-mile access programmes;
• Provide in-depth sector expertise to ensure quality assurance and innovation: develop the terms of reference and relevant documents for consultant service procurement; review and validate feasibility and diagnostic performance studies of power utilities with particular emphasis on benchmarking the performance of power utilities in RMCs;
• Ensure timely review and quality assurance of project preparation and appraisal documents in line with technical, financial, economic, environmental and social requirements;
• Collaborate with relevant staff in the Bank complexes/departments, RMCs, DFIs and key stakeholders to develop innovative technical and financing solutions to key issues (price-reflective rates and smart subsidies), as well as in mobilizing resources to improve the performance of electric utilities;
• Carry out economic and sector-based activities related to the performance of power utilities in collaboration with the departments of the complex and within the Bank.
• Represent the Bank in national and regional partnerships, networks, conferences, workshops and training seminars on issues related to the management of power utilities and electricity sector development/reform and other related issues.

Selection Criteria
Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience:

• Hold at least a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Economics, Business Administration or related disciplines;
• Have at least seven (7) years of relevant professional experience in the management of power utilities, including transmission and/or distribution and project development in the electrical sector;
• Experience gained in various institutions and collaboration between actors in energy sector reform is essential;
• Private-sector experience would be an added advantage;
• Possess the proven ability to handle power utility management issues and propose solutions;
• Possess a good understanding of the electricity sector value chain and project cycle as well as options for reform;
• Demonstrate the ability to collaborate well with government officials and donor agencies on issues related to aid coordination, project identification and implementation, and opportunities for private sector involvement;
• Demonstrate ability to build and lead a team of professional staff, and to leverage their talent and expertise productively;
• Possess the ability to introduce and manage innovations and changes to concretely improve the performance of power utilities;
• Possess a clear understanding of success factors and barriers to the success of power utilities in complex regulatory, technical, social and political environments;
• Possess a thorough knowledge of the quality of service standards applicable to power utilities and related performance management systems;
• Possess sound knowledge of the governance, regulation, operations, maintenance and administration of power utilities, customer relations, billing, financial management policies and procedures of these services;
• Possess the ability to communicate effectively and to mobilize key players to achieve the objectives set (customers of electric utilities, private sector, public sector and civil society);
• Demonstrate interpersonal skills, which means being able to work in a multi-cultural and multi-ethnic environment, showing sensitivity and respect for diversity while demonstrating the ability to build trust and mentor various team members;
• Ability to write terms of reference, RFQs and requests for proposals to procure consulting services;
• Possess a sound knowledge of the national regulations in the electricity sector, procurement models, contract management and standards as well as network code, operating rules, thresholds and reserves (especially concerning the import, export, transmission and trading of electricity);
• Possess a sound understanding of the Bank's environmental and social policy requirements;
• Demonstrate sound skills in strategic thinking and the ability to translate concepts and strategic directions into the implementation of viable and sustainable projects/programmes;
• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills in French or English, with a good working knowledge of the other language.
• Possess sound knowledge of standard applications of the Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of SAP would be an advantage.