JOB DETAILS:
Location: Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
Contract Duration: Nine months
Application Deadline: November 12, 2024.

Position: ADC Tanzania Ltd would like to recruit a competent Intern– Energy and Small Grants for the duration of 9 months.

Roles and Responsibilities:
Project Development and Coordination:
• Assist in the development of small and entrepreneurship projects especially in energy sector and other small grants
• Aid in drafting grant agreements, reviewing budgets, and conducting due diligence for grantees.

• Collaborate with the team to ensure timely execution of project activities.

• Support training for grantees and assist with disbursement requests.

Energy Project Management:
• Help define project scope, objectives, and milestones for energy projects, ensuring structured planning.
• Verify milestones for energy initiatives to ensure alignment with project plans and grant agreements.

• Facilitate the review and processing of disbursement requests for energy and small grants, ensuring compliance with financial procedures.
• Contribute to the development of achievable milestones and review quarterly reports submitted by grantees.
• Participate in preparing closeout and impact reports, summarizing project achievements and lessons learned.
• Provide technical guidance to grantees, sharing best practices and troubleshooting support.

Monitoring and Evaluation:
• Assist in developing and implementing monitoring and evaluation frameworks for projects.
• Support data collection and analysis, including conducting OCAT and PPI assessments and interviews.
• Help prepare monitoring and evaluation reports, highlighting achievements, challenges, and recommendations.

Additional Responsibilities:
• Promptly inform relevant supervisor of any issues identified during monitoring visits.
• Prepare and submit Annual Work Plans and Monthly Activity Reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned by senior management.

Educational Background:
• Bachelor’s degree in Renewable Energy, Energy Management, Environmental Science, Sustainable Development, Engineering, Business Administration or other relevant qualification.

Professional Experience:
• Basic experience in program support, project coordination, or administrative roles related to energy or entrepreneurship initiatives is preferred.
• Familiarity with renewable energy projects and sustainable development is highly desirable.

Skills and Competencies:
• Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and project management tools.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in deliverables.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Knowledge of energy sector regulations and sustainable energy practices is an asset.