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Renewable Energy Specialist job at WWF | Apply Now
Kampala, Uganda
Full-time
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WWF-Uganda, a branch of the globally renowned World Wide Fund for Nature, is dedicated to conserving the country’s rich biodiversity, promoting sustainable natural resource management, and combating climate change to secure a better future for people and wildlife. With a strong reputation for impactful conservation efforts, WWF-Uganda has been instrumental in advocating for environmental policies, restoring ecosystems, and supporting community-led conservation initiatives.
The organization fosters a collaborative and mission-driven work culture, offering employees opportunities to contribute to meaningful environmental projects while benefiting from professional development and flexible work arrangements. Since its establishment in Uganda, WWF has evolved into a key player in environmental protection, leveraging innovation, research, and technology to drive sustainable solutions.
Operating across the country and forming strategic partnerships with government agencies, NGOs, and local communities, WWF-Uganda implements programs in forest restoration, climate resilience, and wildlife protection. Guided by core values of integrity, respect, and accountability, the organization actively engages in corporate social responsibility initiatives, including environmental education and community empowerment. For more information, visit their official website at www.wwfuganda.org.
Renewable Energy Specialist job at WWF Uganda
WWF Uganda
All around the world, people are waking up to the deepening crisis of nature loss. A growing realization that nature is our life support system. And that nobody will be spared from the impacts of its loss. Here at WWF, we are helping to tackle this enormous global challenge. Our people come from hugely diverse backgrounds and with a variety of expertise, ranging from HR and finance to advocacy and conservation science. We welcome applications from anyone who believes they can help us create a better future for people and wildlife.
What we do: We are an independent conservation organization, striving to sustain the natural world for the benefit of people and wildlife. From individuals and communities to business and government, we are part of a growing coalition calling on world leaders to set nature on the path to recovery by 2030. Together, we seek to protect and restore natural habitats, stop the mass extinction of wildlife, and make the way we produce and consume sustainable.
Under the supervision of the Africa Regional Energy Coordinator, support expansion of energy programs as per REH, AEAI strategic plans and ambitions and WWF network standards and/or funding agency guidelines, this includes the identification of potential energy projects and collecting relevant data for developing proposals.
Support the Regional Energy Coordinator to provide policy and advocacy inputs in the implementation of transformative energy interventions coordinated at the REH. This will include strengthening eCSOs on matters related to renewable energy policies and regulatory frameworks.
Support the Regional Energy and UCO energy Coordinators to undertake research to produce compelling evidence and publications i.e. generate baseline data and track annual renewable energy transition, energy access and energy policy progress in priority countries in Africa.
In close collaboration with the Africa Regional Energy Coordinator and the Regional Communications team, take lead in documenting and communicating key energy developments and public engagement and communication campaigns (such as the Earth hour etc.) within the region.
Undertake any other related assignments as required of him/her by ROA, UCO and the Africa Regional Energy Coordinator.
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A bachelor’s degree environmental sciences and natural resource management, bachelor degree in development studies, social sciences and climate change, bachelor’s degree physical sciences
A masters degree in any energy related field is preferred
An addition training in policy is added advantage
5 years’ experience working on renewable energy related projects
Experience conducting research
Demonstrated experience in project design, implementation and proposal writing
Demonstrated experience policy and advocacy preferably in energy, climate change, environment and natural resource areas
Experience in monitoring and evaluation
Experience working with civil society organisations and governments
Demonstrated experience in mentorship and capacity building.
Required Skills and Competences:
Effective communication, networking and good interpersonal skills is a key requirement.
Good conceptual, analytical and innovative problem-solving ability with sound knowledge of developing a theory of change.
Good understanding of key energy issues in Africa (including scenarios in Uganda).
Demonstrated ability to handle complex processes and information integration issues.
Ability to implement alone or as part of a team
Proven interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with people in a multi-cultural, multi-interest, multi-ethnic environment.
Capacity of assuming a leading role, often in situations under pressure, in defining and implementing remote projects with teams of individuals of different cultures and backgrounds.
Must be detail-oriented and have the ability to multi-task under limited supervision.
Fluency in English and general knowledge of at least one other major language spoken (Swahili, French and Portuguese) in Africa region is an added advantage.
Email an application cover letter, Curriculum Vitae and contact details of three (3) referees plus copies of academic qualifications (sent as one PDF document) clearly indicating “the job title” in the subject line to: recruitment@wwfuganda.org Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
