We are currently looking for a Sector Leader Energy in Mozambique.<ul><li>Contract duration: 3-year initial contract      </li><li>Maputo, with frequent travel to Nampula Province  </li></ul>Overview of the assignment This strategic leadership role focuses on positioning SNV as a sector leader in the energy space within a complex international context. You will oversee a portfolio of three active energy projects — including a unique solar component — and lead the design and development of new projects in the pipeline. Leading and coaching a diverse 30-person team, you will drive program delivery, donor engagement, and private sector collaboration. The assignment offers a unique opportunity to shape high-impact, mission-driven programs that contribute to climate adaptation, gender equality and food systems transformation. Overview of the position As the Sector Leader you will be collaborating on strategic growth, quality, and innovation of SNV Mozambique’s Energy sector towards a clean and sustainable energy future for Mozambique. In this role, you will collaborate across teams and contexts, applying the behavioural principles of Committed to Impact, Adaptive to Context, Respecting Difference and Expertise in Practice —core to SNV’s CARE principles—to help deliver meaningful and sustainable results.With a strong entrepreneurial mindset and a deep affinity for the energy sector you will be at the forefront of SNV Mozambique’s mission, leading, managing, and overseeing our energy projects and advocacy. In this role you bring the ability to work across diverse thematic areas and perspectives—connecting the dots between local realities, global trends, and climate adaptation needs.In this pivotal role, you lead the design and development and delivery of energy programmes, identifying new opportunities and crafting compelling proposals that respond to emerging challenges and donor priorities. You will actively engage with partners, donors, and stakeholders to position SNV as a trusted and visionary development actor, while also serving as a core member of the SNV Mozambique Country Management Team (CMT). You will report directly to the Country Director and maintaining a direct functional line with the Global Energy Sector Head.Your key responsibilities:  Strategic Sector Leadership and Positioning:<ul><li>Lead and provide strategic oversight across the energy sector and support development of the nexus program lens, aligned with SNV Mozambique multi-annual strategic plan.</li><li>Align sector strategy with SNV’s Mozambique long-term outcomes, ensuring cross-sectoral integration of climate adaptation, gender equality, and private sector engagement. </li><li>Oversee the design and implementation of high-quality programs, ensuring compliance with donor requirements and SNV standards. </li><li>Drive learning and reflection using Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) frameworks to continuously improve program outcomes and partner with Global Technical Expertise teams on frameworks and knowledge management. </li></ul>Team Leadership and Staff Development <ul><li>Lead, coach, and mentor a diverse team project managers and indirectly project staff of technical advisors and project managers, building capacity for adaptive and inclusive approaches. </li><li>Serve as project manager for designated projects when required and take on project management responsibilities when necessary. </li><li>Nurture a collaborative and performance-oriented culture, promoting the professional development of staff. </li><li>Ensure the wellbeing and safety of staff, adhering to SNV’s policies and procedures. </li></ul>Stakeholder Engagement and External Representation <ul><li>Represent SNV to government institutions, donors, development partners, and the private sector, establishing SNV as a thought leader in the energy sector and ensure climate adaptive positioning.  </li><li>Build and maintain strategic relationships with national and international stakeholders to promote SNV’s work and influence policy dialogue. </li><li>Position SNV as a thought leader in food systems transformation and energy innovation.</li><li>Cultivate partnerships with key stakeholders, including government institutions, private sector actors, development partners, and civil society.</li></ul>Business Development and Fundraising <ul><li>Lead the development of project proposals and concept notes, collaborating with internal teams and partners. </li><li>Identify new funding opportunities and maintain a healthy project pipeline to ensure continued program innovation and growth. </li><li>Monitor sector trends and maintain strong relationships with current and potential donors to secure future funding. </li><li>Lead the exploration of innovative approaches to expand and diversify our portfolio and unlock new opportunities in climate funding and renewable energy.</li></ul>Knowledge Management and Learning:<ul><li>Develop and implement a national knowledge and learning agenda for the energy sector.</li><li>Lead cross-project learning and innovation efforts in collaboration with the global sector team.</li><li>Promote dissemination and uptake of SNV’s evidence, tools, and success stories at national and global levels.</li></ul>

SNV is a mission-driven global development partner strengthening capacities and catalysing partnerships&nbsp;that can transform the agri-food, energy, and water systems.

Sector Leader Energy 

We are currently looking for a Sector Leader Energy in Mozambique.<ul><li>Contract duration: 3-year initial contract &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Maputo, with frequent travel to Nampula Province &nbsp;</li></ul>Overview of the assignment This strategic leadership role focuses on positioning SNV as a sector leader in the energy space within a complex international context. You will oversee a portfolio of three active energy projects — including a unique solar component — and lead the design and development of new projects in the pipeline. Leading and coaching a diverse 30-person team, you will drive program delivery, donor engagement, and private sector collaboration. The assignment offers a unique opportunity to shape high-impact, mission-driven programs that contribute to climate adaptation, gender equality and food systems transformation. Overview of the position As the&nbsp;Sector Leader you will be collaborating on strategic growth, quality, and innovation of SNV Mozambique’s Energy sector towards a clean and sustainable energy future for Mozambique. In this role, you will collaborate across teams and contexts, applying the behavioural principles of Committed to Impact, Adaptive to Context, Respecting Difference and Expertise in Practice —core to SNV’s CARE principles—to help deliver meaningful and sustainable results.With a strong entrepreneurial mindset and a deep affinity for the energy sector you will be at the forefront of SNV Mozambique’s mission, leading, managing, and overseeing our energy projects and advocacy. In this role you bring the ability to work across diverse thematic areas and perspectives—connecting the dots between local realities, global trends, and climate adaptation needs.In this pivotal role, you lead the design and development and delivery of energy programmes, identifying new opportunities and crafting compelling proposals that respond to emerging challenges and donor priorities. You will actively engage with partners, donors, and stakeholders to position SNV as a trusted and visionary development actor, while also serving as a core member of the SNV Mozambique Country Management Team (CMT). You will report directly to the Country Director and maintaining a direct functional line with the Global Energy Sector Head.Your key responsibilities:&nbsp; Strategic Sector Leadership and Positioning:<ul><li>Lead and provide strategic oversight across the energy sector and support development of the nexus program lens, aligned with SNV Mozambique multi-annual strategic plan.</li><li>Align sector strategy with SNV’s Mozambique long-term outcomes, ensuring cross-sectoral integration of climate adaptation, gender equality, and private sector engagement.&nbsp;</li><li>Oversee the design and implementation of high-quality programs, ensuring compliance with donor requirements and SNV standards.&nbsp;</li><li>Drive learning and reflection using Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) frameworks to continuously improve program outcomes and partner with Global Technical Expertise teams on frameworks and knowledge management.&nbsp;</li></ul>Team Leadership and Staff Development&nbsp;<ul><li>Lead, coach, and mentor a diverse team project managers and indirectly project staff of technical advisors and project managers, building capacity for adaptive and inclusive approaches.&nbsp;</li><li>Serve as project manager for designated projects when required and take on project management responsibilities when necessary.&nbsp;</li><li>Nurture a collaborative and performance-oriented culture, promoting the professional development of staff.&nbsp;</li><li>Ensure the wellbeing and safety of staff, adhering to SNV’s policies and procedures.&nbsp;</li></ul>Stakeholder Engagement and External Representation&nbsp;<ul><li>Represent SNV to government institutions, donors, development partners, and the private sector, establishing SNV as a thought leader in the energy sector and ensure climate adaptive positioning. &nbsp;</li><li>Build and maintain strategic relationships with national and international stakeholders to promote SNV’s work and influence policy dialogue.&nbsp;</li><li>Position SNV as a thought leader in food systems transformation and energy innovation.</li><li>Cultivate partnerships with key stakeholders, including government institutions, private sector actors, development partners, and civil society.</li></ul>Business Development and Fundraising&nbsp;<ul><li>Lead the development of project proposals and concept notes, collaborating with internal teams and partners.&nbsp;</li><li>Identify new funding opportunities and maintain a healthy project pipeline to ensure continued program innovation and growth.&nbsp;</li><li>Monitor sector trends and maintain strong relationships with current and potential donors to secure future funding.&nbsp;</li><li>Lead the exploration of innovative approaches to expand and diversify our portfolio and unlock new opportunities in climate funding and renewable energy.</li></ul>Knowledge Management and Learning:<ul><li>Develop and implement a national knowledge and learning agenda for the energy sector.</li><li>Lead cross-project learning and innovation efforts in collaboration with the global sector team.</li><li>Promote dissemination and uptake of SNV’s evidence, tools, and success stories at national and global levels.</li></ul>

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