Team Lead (mic Project Manager)

Job Summary

The MIC Project Manager: Team lead I will lead the planning, coordination, and oversight of the DREAM project’s mini-grid initiatives in Ethiopia. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong project management skills, cross-sectoral collaboration experience, and knowledge of energy, water, and agricultural sectors. The Project Manager: Team lead I will work closely with government agencies, development partners, private sector developers, and other stakeholders to ensure the successful implementation and monitoring of mini-grid projects that support agricultural productivity, water supply, and rural development.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management and Monitoring

• Lead the overall planning, execution, and monitoring of the DREAM mini-grid pilot projects.
• Develop detailed work plans, timelines, and budgets; track progress and deliverables.
• Liaise with Consultant, developer and other partners to ensure effective project implementation.
• Ensure compliance with project objectives, timelines, and quality standards.

Establishment of Innovation Lab

• Facilitate the creation and operational setup of the Innovation Lab to support pilot activities, data collection, and knowledge sharing.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to foster an environment of innovation and continuous learning.

Data Collection and Assessment

• Oversee data collection efforts related to project performance, operational metrics, and sectoral impact.
• Analyse data to inform policy recommendations and project adjustments.
• Prepare regular reports on project status, lessons learned, and recommendations.

Mini-grid Policy and Regulation

• Support the development and refinement of mini-grid policies and regulatory frameworks in collaboration with relevant government bodies.
• Facilitate dialogue between government, private sector, and development partners to address regulatory bottlenecks.
• Provide expert insights to inform policy reforms based on pilot learnings.

Capacity Building

• Organize training sessions and capacity-building workshops for government officials, private sector partners, and local communities.
• Strengthen institutional capacities for project sustainability and replication.

Cross-Sectoral Collaboration

• Maintain active collaboration with multiple ministries (Water and Energy, Agriculture, Ministry of Irrigation, Ministry of Finance, etc), development partners, and other stakeholders.
• Promote integrated approaches to energy, water, and agriculture development within the project scope.
• Represent MIC at meetings, workshops, and conferences related to the project.

Required Qualification, Competencies and Experience:

• At least Master’s degree in Electrical/Electrical Power/Energy/Irrigation Engineering,
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in project management, preferably in energy, Irrigation/water, or agricultural sectors.
• Proven experience managing multi-stakeholder projects, particularly in the context of rural development and renewable energy.
• Strong understanding of mini-grid technologies, policy, and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience working with government agencies, development partners, and private sector entities.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and reporting skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and adapt to changing project needs.

Competencies:

• Strategic Thinking and Problem Solving
• Cross-Sectoral Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement
• Data-Driven Decision Making
• Strong Organizational and Leadership Skills
• Knowledge of Ethiopian energy, water, and agricultural policy landscape
• Fluency in English; working knowledge of Amharic is an advantage
• Women are highly encouraged to apply

Skills Required:

• Electrician / Electronics / Electrical / Engineering