Overview

Mercy Corps is seeking an experienced International Team Leader for a consultancy role focused on developing off-grid renewable energy projects in Sub-Saharan Africa, with a significant focus on Nigeria.

Key Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership and oversight for technical and transactional advisory experts.
Ensure alignment with national and local project activities and support strategy refinement.
Lead and coordinate a multidisciplinary expert team, ensuring high-quality deliverables.
Design and oversee capacity-building measures for government institutions, regulators, and utilities.
Integrate cross-cutting themes such as gender equality, inclusion, and climate resilience.
Oversee financial planning, ensure compliance with contractual requirements, and deliver progress reports.
Integrate safeguarding practices, uphold the Mercy Corps Code of Conduct, and encourage transparent reporting.

Requirements

Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Energy engineering, Renewable energy, Power systems, or Energy economics or markets.
Minimum 12 years in the power sector (public and private).
At least 10 years in renewable energy project development.
5 years in rural electrification projects.
10 years of leadership experience, including managing donor-funded teams.
8 years of experience in West Africa, with 4 years in Nigeria.
At least 5 years of international experience in two countries outside West Africa.
8+ years in development cooperation projects.
Excellent English (C1 level, CEFR).

Benefits

Based in Africa with up to 40% travel.
Housing provided in individual accommodation.
Access to strong medical services.
Work in locations where amenities may be limited.
Opportunity for continuous learning, dedicating 5% of time to professional development.