IOM is recruiting a Consultant Type B Electrical Engineer to support a solar energy assessment and installation monitoring assignment in Nairobi, with activities covering its Kakuma office in Kenya. The consultant will support solar PV assessment, procurement documentation and installation monitoring.
Job Summary
| Job Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | IOM |
| Position | Consultant Type B, Electrical Engineer for Solar Energy Assessment & Installation |
| Location | Nairobi, Kenya |
| Assignment Area | IOM Kakuma Office |
| Contract Type | Consultant Type B |
| Deadline | Not stated in the vacancy |
About IOM
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is a UN-related organization working with governments, international organizations and other partners on migration issues.
IOM Kenya is exploring solarization for selected priority and critical areas of its Kakuma office. The project aims to improve sustainability, operational efficiency and cost optimization. The consultant will work under designated IOM officials and coordinate with the Supply Chain Officer and Head of the Kakuma Sub-Office.
Available Position
The Electrical Engineer will support the assessment of the proposed solarization scope and help prepare technical and cost documentation for IOM’s review.
Key responsibilities include:
- Review electricity consumption and cost data.
- Conduct site visits and document existing conditions.
- Prepare equipment inventories and estimated electrical loads.
- Support basic load profiling and preliminary solar system sizing.
- Identify operational, logistical, environmental and site constraints.
- Compile market information on solar equipment, installation requirements and indicative costs.
- Prepare draft bills of quantities, cost estimates and implementation schedules.
- Prepare draft equipment specifications using recognized standards and manufacturer information.
- Prepare layouts or marked-up site plans showing proposed equipment locations.
- Monitor solar installation activities in Kakuma when authorized by IOM.
- Record equipment deliveries, visible damage, shortages and discrepancies.
- Monitor installation progress and document delays, deviations and safety concerns.
- Participate as an observer during inspection and testing activities.
- Compile available manuals, warranties, equipment schedules, as-built information and contractor submissions.
- Prepare monitoring reports and maintain photographic and written records.
The first deliverable is due within three calendar weeks of the contract start date. Installation monitoring reports are required within three working days after relevant monitoring activities or travel.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, Energy Technology or a related field, with at least 3 years of relevant professional experience.
- A technical diploma in a related field with at least 5 years of relevant experience may also qualify.
- Practical experience in solar PV installation, maintenance, site assessment or technical support.
- Experience preparing or supporting bills of quantities, cost estimates, equipment schedules and technical reports.
- Experience monitoring contractor activities and maintaining site records.
- Familiarity with solar PV components, battery storage, basic load assessment and electrical safety practices.
- Understanding of solar PV market conditions, supply chains and installation practices in Kenya.
- Ability to use spreadsheets, standard calculation tools and basic drawing or layout software.
- Good analytical, reporting, coordination and communication skills.
- Ability to identify issues requiring escalation and work within defined authority.
- Solar PV training or certification is an advantage.
- Experience in Kenya or a comparable East African context is an advantage.
- Familiarity with UN or international organization operations is an advantage.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application through the official IOM e-Recruitment system. The application requires a technical proposal outlining the proposed approach and methodology, a financial proposal, the consultant’s CV and samples of similar work.
IOM states that it does not charge fees at any stage of recruitment and does not accept late applications.
Conclusion
This IOM consultancy suits electrical and renewable energy professionals with practical solar PV experience. The assignment combines solar assessment, procurement documentation, contractor monitoring and technical reporting for the Kakuma office.
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