Team Leader for Assessment to inform energy design/USAID Learns
Social Impact
- Vietnam
- Permanent
- Full-time
Kick-off Meeting USAID OCEE, Learns● Introductions● Finalization of the scope of work● Confirm expected deliverables and timeline April 2024
Desk Review & Inception Report USAID OCEE, Learns● An inception report specifying the assessment design, which included key topics for literature review, key data source and analytical framework, assessment timeline and data collection tools April-May 2024
Consultation meetings, facilitated workshops and panel discussions with related stakeholders USAID OCEE, Learns, GVN counterparts, experts, other donors, and other related stakeholders● Consultation meetings, facilitated workshops and panel discussions with relevant stakeholders May-June 2024
Validation Workshop USAID OCEE, Learns, GVN counterparts, experts, other donors, and other related stakeholders● Validation of study findings and co-creation of recommendations June 2024
Utilization/Sense-making session USAID OCEE, Learns, GVN counterparts if possible● Review of main recommendations● Assessment team facilitates engagement on design implications stemming from the assessment. July 2024
Final Report USAID OCEE, Learns● Production of final report (not exceeding 25 pages), and summary documents (2-pagers) for wider dissemination July-August 2024Timelines: April 2024 – August 2024Level of effort (LOE): up to 40 daysResponsibilities● Lead the development of the assessment design, including methodology, instruments, and workplan● Oversee the process, including coordinating roles with other team members● Lead desk review, data collection, and data analysis, particularly in the area of clean energy and energy governance● Lead the preparation and delivery of presentations on key findings, and recommendations to USAID and related stakeholders together with the assessment team● Write the draft report with support from the team members; respond to comments on the draft report and finalize the report, taking into consideration comments and feedback from USAID Learns, USAID and workshop participants.● Work collaboratively with other team members throughout design, implementation, analysis, and report writing to complement each other's areas of expertise.Qualifications● A senior professional with at least 10 years of experience leading and conducting research and assessment of clean energy, energy governance and energy policy.● An advanced degree in a discipline related to energy or relevant fields● Experience working with government officials and other stakeholders to support policy and institutional reform processes in energy.● Knowledge of USAID rules, regulations, and procedures is desirable.● Must be able to conduct interviews and focus group discussions and analyze the resulting data● Ability to work independently to meet deadlines and adhere to high-quality standards● Strong leadership & communication skills● Strong research writing skills● Fluency in English & Vietnamese and in-depth knowledge of the operating environment in Vietnam required● The candidate must be Vietnamese and reside in Vietnam.The closing date for application: April 07, 2024. Selection and interviews will be performed constantly and interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.To apply, please merge your CV and a cover letter into one pdf file and submit it through the online portal.To learn more about Social Impact, please visit our website:SI is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. Please, no phone calls, no visits.Just Transition, applied to global climate change, refers to transitioning the global economy to a low-carbon, resilient one in a way that seeks positive environmental, social, and economic outcomes together, delivers equitable benefts, and does no harm. Refer to