Proposed Position: Network Technology Engineering Manager
Job overview
About MCA – Côte d’Ivoire Regional
The Millennium Challenge Account (MCA-Côte d’Ivoire Régional), in collaboration with the Government of République Ivory Coast (GoCI) and the
Millennium Challenge Corporation
(“MCC”) of the United States Government, is implementing a $322.5 million Compact project.
This programme aims to strengthen regional energy security, reduce energy costs and promote access to reliable and affordable electricity in West Africa by improving Côte d’Ivoire’s capacity to exchange electricity on the regional market.
Job purpose
The Manager Network Technology Engineering of MCA-Côte d’Ivoire reports to the Director Infrastructure and Programs and plays a key role in the successful implementation of the various network technology engineering projects funded under the Compact and aimed at addressing development challenges in Côte d’Ivoire. As such, it works closely with the Government of Côte d’Ivoire, MCA-Côte d’Ivoire, MCC and project stakeholders (including CI-ENERGIES, CIE, DGE and ANARECI) to ensure that technical solutions are designed and implemented effectively, efficiently and in accordance with applicable standards and regulations.
Other information
He supervises the teams responsible for implementing technical and project engineering activities, ensures effective collaboration between the teams, close coordination with other departments involved in the execution of projects (including WAPP and ERERA Support Directors, procurement, environmental and social safeguards), as well as rigorous risk management. It also ensures compliance with work plans, budgets and expected results. Finally, it ensures the alignment of project execution with the overall objectives of the Compact and the efficient use of the resources made available.
Responsibilities
Oversee the planning, design and implementation of engineering projects under the MCA-Côte d’Ivoire Regional Compact, ensuring their alignment with program objectives as well as compliance with MCC policies and procedures.
Lead the technical analyses, assessments and feasibility studies necessary for project design and decision making, taking into account environmental, social and economic aspects.
Oversee the development, review and update of technical specifications, plans, drawings and other engineering documents, ensuring compliance with applicable standards and standards.
Collaborate with the Procurement team in the preparation and evaluation of tender documents, technical proposals and the selection process for service providers, to ensure that project technical requirements are taken into account.
Represent MCA-Côte d’Ivoire projects at meetings, conferences, workshops and other relevant events, highlighting achievements, best practices and results achieved.
Evaluate the components of the project and their impacts with regard to the strategies and frameworks of the Compact, in order to ensure the achievement and sustainability of quality objectives, in accordance with the requirements of Environmental and Social Performance (ESP), Social Analysis (SA), Monitoring-Evaluation and Economic Analysis (MEEA), as well as MCC standards.
Represent MCA-Côte d’Ivoire projects at meetings, conferences and other events, promoting their achievements, best practices and contribution to the development of the sector.
Ensure compliance with the requirements for donor-funded projects, including procurement, financial management, environmental and social safeguards, as well as policies and procedures.
Monitor and evaluate project performance, propose adjustments necessary to address identified risks, challenges or opportunities, and ensure the achievement of objectives and expected results.
Supervise network infrastructure construction and deployment activities, ensuring compliance with the scope of work, quality standards, contractual deadlines and security requirements.
Coordinate actions with MCA-Côte d’Ivoire officials, public administrations and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication and collaboration throughout project implementation.
Provide technical support and guidance to MCA-Côte d’Ivoire teams, government representatives and project partners on engineering and network infrastructure issues.
Oversee the preparation of project progress reports, presentations and other technical documents for internal and external stakeholders.
Advise teams on the best approaches to resource management, project planning and execution, consistent with MCA program strategies, frameworks and budgets.
Monitor the performance of contracts awarded, including through review and approval of contractors’ work and resource mobilization plans, as well as negotiating necessary adjustments to contract deliverables.
Continuously stay informed of emerging trends, best practices and innovations in the field of engineering, and contribute to knowledge sharing within the MCA-Côte d’Ivoire Regional team.
Required skills
Education / Qualifications
University degree in engineering or a related field. A specialization in network technology engineering, infrastructure engineering, civil engineering or electrical engineering is strongly desired.
Experience
At least eight (8) years of relevant experience in planning, designing and implementing engineering projects, preferably as part of large-scale development programs, energy projects or network technology projects.
Proven experience working with public administrations, bilateral or multilateral agencies and other development institutions in the implementation of engineering projects, ideally in the energy or network technology sectors.
Ability to supervise, support and motivate teams, especially through coaching and skills development, in order to optimize performance, quality of work and achievement of objectives.
Demonstrated ability to build trust within teams and foster an impact-oriented culture of results and continuous improvement.
Experience in the engineering sector in sub-Saharan West Africa, particularly Côte d’Ivoire, is an asset; experience in the energy or network technology sectors is strongly desired.
Proven experience in the management and delivery of high quality projects, on time and on budget.
Demonstrated experience in managing large and complex projects, ideally within international development organizations or agencies.
Good knowledge of international standards and norms applicable to the management of donor-funded projects, including MCC, World Bank, USAID or similar institutions.
Experience in monitoring performance and reporting results based on predefined indicators and targets.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate and bring together diverse stakeholders in order to achieve project objectives.
A project management certification is an important asset.
Excellent command of written and oral French; proficiency in professional English is strongly desired.
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