Country: Somalia
Closing date: 15 Nov 2015
REQUEST FOR CONSULTANTS
The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) Somalia is an International Non-Governmental Organization registered in Kenya and operating in Somalia. ADRA is seeking services of experienced consultant to carry out TECHNICAL FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR OFF - GRID SOLAR PV SYSTEMS
Objective of the feasibility study
The main purpose of the feasibility study is to provide ADRA with analyses and recommendations that will support the organization decision-making with regard to the implementation of solar photovoltaics installation for rural schools, health centers, and irrigation farms in Somaliland, Puntland and South Central states.
Scope of the work
· Participate in briefing and consultative meetings on the assignment at Nairobi and in the field with ADRA and government officials.
· Familiarize with the local energy context, the energy policies and plans, and the SET project documents.
· Conduct project site visits and agreed methodology with the Project Manager, Project Engineer, beneficiaries and stakeholders;
· System design and recommendations based on the data collected
Qualifications and Experience
- Possess a Bsc or Msc degree in the fields of Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, appropriate energy.
- At least 5 years working experience in feasibility and economic analysis of development project, cost benefit analysis, cost utility analysis, cost effectiveness analysis and social return of investment analysis and/or actual implementation of renewable energy projects.
- Demonstrated experience in undertaking similar feasibility studies. Experience working in countries of Post Conflict transitions/reconstruction will be added advantage.
- Experience working with off grid electrification and solar PV.
How to apply:
For the full Terms of Reference (TOR) please visit ADRA Somalia website www.adrasom.org. Interested persons should send a technical and financial proposal to hr@adrasom.org on 15th November 2015. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.