Selection of Individual Clean Mini-Grid Project Developers/Promoters for Training ECOWAS Certification of Sustainable Energy Skills (ECSES) Programme – Benin, Cabo Verde, Sierra Leone

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The ECOWAS Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (ECREEE), within the framework of the ECOWAS Renewable Energy Policy and the National Renewable Energy Action Plans (NREAPs), invites applications from qualified individuals for participation in a specialized training on Clean Mini-Grid Design, Installation, and Inspection (Level 2 Certification).

This initiative is implemented under the ECOWAS Certification of Sustainable Energy Skills (ECSES) programme, with support from partners including GIZ and the African Development Bank (AfDB), aimed at strengthening technical capacity and promoting quality standards in the renewable energy sector across ECOWAS Member States.

Objective

To build the capacity of Clean Mini-Grid Project Developers and Promoters in the design, installation, and inspection of solar photovoltaic mini-grids, in line with regional and international certification standards. The countries included in this phase are: Benin, Cabo Verde, and Sierra Leone.

Eligibility Criteria

Interested applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • A Degree or Diploma in Engineering or a related field;
  • At least three (3) years of experience in solar PV project development or promotion;
  • Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
  • Preferably, experience with Medium and Low Voltage electrical distribution systems.

Selection Process

Applications will be evaluated based on the above criteria. Due to limited capacity, only top-ranked candidates will be selected and invited to participate in the training.

The training will be gender-responsive, ensuring inclusive participation of both women and men.

Application Procedure

Interested candidates are invited to:

  1. Complete the online application form (link provided in the Terms of Reference).
  2. Ensure all required information and supporting documents are ready before submission.
  3. Submit applications no later than 17 April 2026 at 23:59 GMT.

Applicants may request withdrawal and resubmission of their application by contacting the email addresses below.

Additional Information

Further details, including the full Terms of Reference (ToRs), are available below in English, French, and Portuguese. Applicants are strongly advised to consult the ToRs before applying.

For clarifications (10:00 – 16:00 GMT), please contact: cmendes@ecreee.org; mfurtado@ecreee.org;  aobasi@ecreee.org; Copy: jdamada@ecreee.org; cosae@ecreee.org

Important Notice

This call is part of ECREEE’s broader effort to operationalize Level 2 certification for mini-grid professionals under the ECSES framework, aligned with ISO/IEC 17024:2012 standards.

Disclaimer: The English version of this notice and the ToRs remain the official reference. Translations are provided for convenience.