About the Role
We are looking for a Renewable Energy Projects Supervisor (volunteer) to be based in our headquarters in Lobitos, northern Peru. The chosen candidate will work directly with the Director of Renewables and will supervise the volunteer interns who join our program to work on small scale renewable energy projects. The selected candidate will monitor, help design and develop our Renewable Energy project portfolio. All meals (healthy and delicious) and accommodation will be provided by EcoSwell.
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow in this sector and who is passionate about renewable energy, sustainability and international development. We require a minimum commitment of six months to a year.
Benefits
* Live and work in a surfing paradise of northern Peru, the land of endless summer (Lobitos, Peru).
* Food (delicious and healthy meals).
* Accommodation provided.
* Enhance your CV and gain professional hands‐on experience in the renewables sector.
* Have a real impact on people's lives.
* Time off (up to 25 days per year if joining for a full year).
* Learn from our educational webinars given by our Directors on topics including but not limited to international development, NGO/social enterprise creation and management, renewable energy, ecosystem restoration, field research techniques, and more.
Responsibilities
* Work with the Renewables EcoSwell Director to continuously refine the strategic goals of our renewable energy projects.
* Keep an accurate account of all active and future EcoSwell renewable energy projects.
* Report weekly to EcoSwell Director on progress made.
* Plan tasks and next steps for each project.
* Lead a team of volunteer interns in Lobitos to ensure projects are progressing.
* Manage proper reporting and budgeting of project.
* Liaise with project sponsors, suppliers and community partners and members during project implementation.
* Ensure volunteer interns are abiding by safety protocols and procedures.
* Propose improvements to designs, projects and processes.
* Ensure the creation of marketing content of our renewable energy projects.
* Focus on serving as a positive and enthusiastic role model, creating a healthy and positive dynamic within the EcoSwell house and work environments.
Qualifications
* Graduate (undergraduate or postgraduate) with experience in the field of renewable energy or having studied it.
* Passionate about renewable energy, sustainability and international development.
* Experience in project management and coordinating volunteers is an advantage.
* Strong communication and leadership skills.
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