Mercy Corps Deputy Managing Director, Energy 4 Impact Jobs in Kenya
The Position
Reporting to E4I’s Managing Director (MD), the Deputy Managing Director (DMD) will be a key member of the E4I Senior Management Team (SMT). Our energy work is built around three pillars: major regional energy programming which include business model and technology field trials and development of markets in different energy sector verticals; energy advisory support for small businesses and donors; and integrating energy into Mercy Corps’ multi-sector programming.
The DMD will have overall responsibility for E4I’s major regional programs and driving the growth of the E4I business. They will oversee the following areas: design, fundraising and implementation of the regional energy programs; development of a new strategy, operating model and organizational structure for growth; and technical quality assurance across all E4I energy programming.
Responsibilities
Vision, Strategy and Organizational Development
Working with the E4I MD and E4I SMT, develop and champion a vision for growth of E4I globally.
Lead the planning, development, and execution of the E4I energy strategy, including managing iterations of strategic vision documents.
Develop recommendations for E4I’s organizational restructuring and support operationalization of the new structures.
With the E4I SMT, develop and operationalize new energy services and verticals that respond to sector needs in alignment with E4I’s core capabilities to drive the global growth of the E4I platform.
Support the effective functioning of the E4I SMT through clear delineation of roles and responsibilities, agenda setting, and reporting on organizational priorities.
Lead planning and facilitation of an annual E4I strategy refresh.
Conduct data-driven analysis to support and make recommendations on strategy and organizational performance.
Present results to the MD and Mercy Corps’ leadership teams.
Operational Oversight, Technical Leadership and Quality Assurance
Support the MD to oversee the daily operations of the E4I platform ensuring that E4I teams are performing and providing the services required to ensure E4I grants and contracts are effectively delivered.
In collaboration with E4I’s MD and SMT, create a framework to improve the quality, effectiveness, and efficiency of E4I’s energy programs and consulting services.
Direct technical operations on select large, high-priority energy programs working with E4I’s MD and SMT.
Provide hands-on support to the Head of Advisory Services to ensure technical excellence and efficient performance of advisory teams.
Ensure learnings are integrated to improve E4I’s operations including in ongoing energy programs and in the design of new, large-scale programs and technical services.
Provide support to teams at key program stages including program start-up, kick-off meetings, inception meeting check-ins, quality audits and spot checks, and end of program transitions.
Organizational Growth
With the respective department heads, define and execute growth strategies and fundraising plans for E4I’s new energy services and verticals.
Oversee fundraising efforts for select high priority major energy programs, working closely with the E4I MD, and the relevant Mercy Corps business development teams.
Build and manage relationships with strategic global energy donors and partners.
Provide technical leadership on proposals by setting the vision and strategy, driving program design, defining competitive partnerships, and negotiating partner scopes of work, informing budget development, and leading writing of technical proposal sections.
Lead deal-closing for select high priority major energy programs and consulting services.
Represent select energy programs at industry conferences and events as a presenter or participant.
People Management and Planning
Manage and mentor small team of energy program managers and professionals in Kenya and globally, helping them to deliver programs and grow their skills and experience.
Review E4I’s staffing structures, prepare E4I’s new personnel planning and job descriptions, and oversee recruitment and onboarding of new E4I team members.
Be a champion for the mission, vision and values of E4I and Mercy Corps.
Promote and encourage a transparent, collaborative and ethical work culture, with a focus on open feedback and professional development.
Qualifications
Graduate or Postgraduate Degree in Business Management, Economics, Finance, International Development, Energy, Environment, Climate Change or other relevant subject
Experience
15+ years’ experience in wide-ranging, cross-functional business areas
Experience in an energy access context in Africa working at the nexus of program leadership, strategy, and operations
“Hands-on” experience in program development, strategic planning, and program implementation
Experience designing and delivering energy access portfolios in Africa in partnership with the private sector
Fundraising experience
Skills
Excellent leadership and motivational skills. Track record managing a diverse mix of professionals and different cultures
Program and project conceptualization and design skills
Excellent organization and project management skills. Ability to manage multiple programs and client engagements, meet deadlines and allocate resources and budgets effectively
Ability to develop partnerships and strong and effective relationships with different stakeholders.
Ability to mentor clients and help them develop solutions
Ability to critique and develop financial models
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Effective public speaker or workshop facilitator
Fluent English
Personal Qualities
Team player
High energy
Attention to detail and a focus on results
Ability to think outside the box, to see the big picture and connect the dots
Ability to work calmly under pressure
A can-do and collaborative mindset
Willingness to travel internationally, sometimes at short notice
Passion for working in the development and impact sector
Close alignment with the mission and values of Mercy Corps
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Mercy Corps Deputy Managing Director, Energy 4 Impact Jobs in Kenya
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