VACANCY
Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Specialist -
CARIBBEAN EFFICIENT & GREEN ENERGY IN BUILDINGS (CEGEB) PROJECT
ABOUT THE OECS
The Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) is an inter-governmental organisation dedicated to economic harmonisation and integration, protection of human and legal rights, and the encouragement of good governance among independent and non-independent countries in the Eastern Caribbean. Under the Treaty of Basseterre (RTB, 1981) and now The Revised RTB (2010), Member States agree to cooperate with each other and promote unity and solidarity, including participation by Protocol Members in an Economic Union. Read More....
PROJECT SUMMARY
The Caribbean Efficient and Green- Energy in Buildings (CEGEB) Project is a World Bank financed (US$131.7 Million) project supporting Grenada, Guyana, and Saint Lucia with objectives of saving energy, increasing the use of renewable energy (RE) in public buildings and facilities, and enhancing the regulatory framework for investments in energy efficiency and renewable energy in participating Caribbean countries. The project will support investment and technical assistance for Energy Efficiency (EE) retrofitting and the installation of distributed Renewable Energy (DRE) systems in public buildings and other facilities in the three participating countries. Public buildings and other facilities eligible for investment under the Project may include central and regional administrative buildings, universities and schools, hospitals and clinics, stadiums, airports, water supply and sewage utilities.
Under the Component 3 on “Support to Pooled Procurement and Project Implementation Support, Capacity-Building & Gender Program”, the tasks to be implemented by OECS Commission (US$ 3.3 million grant) includes (i) Establishment and operation of a regional Project Implementation Unit (PIU); (ii) TA for implementing a pooled procurement for the participating countries and other stakeholders; (iii) Creation of stakeholder communication programs at the regional level; (iv) Capacity building for procurement and dissemination of regional regulations on EE & RE; and (v) Facilitation of harmonized regulations, standards and tools for EE and DRE, OECS Commission will also be responsible for establishing and coordinating the Regional Steering Committee and the Regional Technical Advisory Committee.
To realise benefits from economies of scale, the countries will procure these EE and DRE investments in public buildings under a process called pooled procurement led by the OECS Commission. It is expected that this pooled procurement of Investment Grade Audits (for EE and DRE) and Design, Supply and Installation (DSI) and Measurement and Verification (M&V) services led by OECS Commission will enhance regional integration, supporting a significant scale up in EE and DRE investments in the region, and thereby the creation of a regional market and boost in trade in EE and RE investments and services. To facilitate this collaboration, under the CEGEB project, a Regional PIU with project officers will be created in the Environmental Sustainability Division at the OECS Commission. The Regional PIU will provide the pooled procurement services to the participating countries for their investment in EE and DPVs and implement the regional capacity building by providing comprehensive procurement training and resources, inter alia, on effectively utilizing framework agreements for building retrofits and contract management. The Project will also provide technical assistance to address regulatory and technical constraints to EE and RE investments, and build capacity in the planning, implementation, and operations of these investments in a sustainable manner.
Environmental and Social (E&S) risk management is a core aspect of project implementation, ensuring compliance with the World Bank’s Environmental and Social Framework (ESF), national regulations, and best practices. The OECS seeks to engage an Environmental and Social Specialist to oversee and coordinate all environmental and social aspects of the project.
JOB SUMMARY
Under the leadership of the Head, Environmental Sustainability Division (ESD), and with supervision from the Programme Director for Sustainable Energy, the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Specialist will apply his/her expertise for the implementation of the Project’s technical requirements.
KEY DUTIES
- Reviews and provides technical inputs to the bidding documents for the selection of Investment Grade Audits consultants, as well as the Design, Supply and Installation contractor for the implementation of EEM and DPV systems in public buildings and facilities, including water pumping stations and Monitoring and Verification consultants.
- Supports the review, selection and short listing of subprojects that comply with the eligibility criteria for inclusion under the project.
- Participates in bid evaluations, together with the technical Officers from the National PIUs and Caribbean Centre for Renewable Energy & Energy Efficiency, CCREEE, to ensure that bids conform to the technical specifications in the bidding documents.
- Works closely with the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer for the monitoring of results indicators including the achieved energy savings,
- Provides technical advice on the compliance of, inter-alia, applicable regulations, regional and local energy building codes (CREBEC 2018), standards and technologies.
- Requests as needed support from the CCREEE, the World Bank, external consultants, contractors and other stakeholders to ensure that the overall technical issues are appropriately managed.
- Coordinates externally with the EE and RE Officers of all the National PIUs as well as with the CCREEE Technical Experts and the World Bank energy specialists,
- Coordinates with project contractors (such as audit consultants, DSI contractors) and provides technical guidance to ensure timely delivery of services.
- Reviews Investment Grade Audits, IGA reports including soundness of proposed technical designs and their compliance with the Project’s selection criteria; and local, regional and international standards, as specified in the TORs.
- Reviews that the results of the IGA comply with the guidelines established in the Project Operation Manual (POM).
- Reviews and analyzes the proposed EE measures, the energy saving estimations and the estimated cost of measures implementation to ensure the proposed solutions are justified, reasonable and comply with what is established in the current version of the Project Operation Manual (POM).
- Reviews the detailed design and technical specifications of DPV and battery storage systems.
- Supports the storage and maintenance of updated project documents and files
- Supports the implementation of capacity building and training for energy efficiency and distributed renewable energy under the project.
- Assist in developing effective communication strategies for the project activities.
- Supports effective engagement with beneficiaries, project stakeholders, and relevant audiences to advance the objectives of the project.
- Provides inputs and support for the analysis and review of energy efficiency and distributed renewable energy policy and regulations in beneficiary countries.
- Represents the project and the OECS Commission at national, regional, and international meetings/fora that are aligned with project.
- Perform any other related duties as may be assigned/approved by the Head of unit, including working collaboratively with the broader OECS Commission to ensure linkages with work under the broader Sustainable Energy Programme.
TERMS OF APPOINTMENT
- Bachelor's degree in Renewable Energy, Energy Management, Engineering, Natural Resources, Environmental Management, or related field of study.
- Preference to candidates with Master’s degree in Renewable Energy, Energy Management, Engineering, Natural Resources, Environmental Management, or a related field of study.
- At least eight (8) years of technical experience in energy related projects.
- A minimum of five (5) years proven regional experience (in Caribbean) on energy efficiency retrofits and distributed RE projects.
- At least three (3) years of proven experience in successfully managing World Bank or International donor-funded projects in relevant fields.
- Demonstrated ability to work with multiple stakeholders including building managers, building professionals contractors and communities.
- A technical qualification in solar photovoltaic systems, e.g. NABCEP would be an asset.
- An EE Certifications such as AEE Certified Energy Manager or AEE Certified Energy Auditor would be an asset.
- Strong leadership skills
- Critical thinker and problem solver
- Analytical and strong organisational skills
- Fluency in English
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
- Able to build and maintain strong working relationships with key decision makers
- Able to work with minimal supervision
JOB LOCATION
The OECS Commission is headquartered in Castries, Saint Lucia. The position of Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Specialist is stationed at the OECS Commission headquarters.
The OECS Commission values workforce diversity and is open to considering eligible applicants of all backgrounds, genders, religions, and sexual orientations.
Strong emphasis will be placed on recruiting nationals from all OECS Member States. The Commission is particularly underrepresented by nationals of Antigua and Barbuda, Grenada, Montserrat, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Anguilla, the British Virgin Islands, Martinique, Guadeloupe, and St. Martin.
Candidates from these Member States are encouraged to apply.
BENEFITS
The position is on a fixed-term establishment. The OECS Commission offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, which will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
The incumbent will be eligible for membership in the Organisation’s non-contributory Group Health and Life Insurance Scheme.
The deadline for all submissions is 4:30 pm. on Thursday, 18th December 2025.
Only applications under consideration will be acknowledged.
