Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the following vacancies within the Rural Electrification Fund. Applicants should submit an application letter accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae and certified copies of academic and professional certificates.
Engineer (Renewables) (1 Post) Head Office (2 Year Contract)
Duties and Responsibilities
Designs and assists in the implementation of renewable energy projects.
Carries out technical and economic evaluation of cost-effective renewable energy
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technologies for adoption or further research.
Develops and updates manuals and procedures for research and implementation of cost-effective grid and renewable technologies.
• Scans for cost-effective grid and renewable energy technologies through literature
reviews, technical visits and recommendations for evaluation and or adoption.
Conducts feasibility surveys for electricity end-use projects.
Compiles bills of quantities for electricity end-use projects and produces ACEs.
Compiles technical specifications for equipment required in electricity end-use projects, solar system and checks compliance for tenders.
• Carries out rural network studies and load forecasts in order to make appropriate recommendations regarding future network development.
• Provides technical support in the adjudication of bids and negotiation of contracts for the implementation of projects and equipment supply.
• Coordinates the implementation of renewable energy projects in the organization.
Evaluates the technical performance of REF projects mainly renewable energy.
Qualification and Experience
• A degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, or Fuels and Energy.
• 4 years' relevant experience.
• Computer Literacy.
• Clean Class Four (4) driver's licence.
• Project Management qualifications an added advantage.
• Knowledge of solar system designing, installation and commissioning is a distinct advantage.
The Rural Electrification Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All aspiring candidates are, therefore, encouraged to apply.
The closing date for receiving applications will be 21st of July 2025. Applications should be sent to the address indicated below:
Chief Human Resources Officer
Rural Electrification Agency
P. Bag 250 A HARARE
Or email to : reahr@rea.co.zw