Responsibilities
• Strategic planning, supervision of work plans, M&E and progress reports.
• Supervise community based research into appropriate technology and livelihood analysis
• Networking and partnership building
• Partnership strengthening
• Supervise economic analysis, stakeholder analysis, and community development
• Supervise:
a. The conducting of research and advise management on Appropriate Technologies in specific areas of interest of the foundation which is low-cost, easy to manufacture and emphasizes community self-reliance
b. The provision of technical services and consultation on Appropriate Technology application with a view to empowering communities
c. The development of training programmes, in particular development of the Centre of Excellence in WASH training, training staff, and curricula for AT dissemination.
d. The promotion of effective and efficient AT education, research, and professional practice
e. The development and creation of opportunities for interchange and cooperation between academics and practitioners.
f. The dissemination to the public of Appropriate Technology that has already been researched and modified
g. Any other duty as assigned by supervisor or management.

Educational qualification
A bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Development Studies or any relevant field.

Knowledge, skills & experience
• 8-10 years relevant experience
• Knowledge of the principles of appropriate technology
• Understanding of appropriate technology which is low-cost, accessible and emphasizes on community reliance
• Understanding of energy conservation and renewable energy systems in remote indigenous communities Specialist in the area of Appropriate Technology approaches
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to organize and complete multiple projects in an efficient and timely manner.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to effectively interact with a diverse team of people and build effective relationships with outside stakeholders
• Ability to deal with a fast paced environment with changing work priorities.
• Knowledge and understanding of Niger Delta terrain
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.

Method of Application
Application and CV’s with the job title clearly indicated as the subject of the mail should be sent to; pind@rhizomeng.com. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday, October 12th, 2015