Description

***Position is subject to Funding approval*** 

Project: International Consultancy for the Development of Off Grid Renewable Energy Projects 

Location: Sub-Saharan Africa (with significant time in Nigeria)

Availability for assignment: May 2026 – December 2027  

Risk Level:     ☐ Level 3       ☐Level 2         ☐Level 1 

(Level 3: Frequent contact with participants, direct contact with children, access to sensitive data, and/or high level of accountability.  

Level 2: Some contact with participants; unplanned non-direct contact with children.

Level 1: Likely to have no contact with participants or sensitive data)  

About Mercy Corps

Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action — helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within. 

The Program / Department / Team

Energy 4 Impact is Mercy Corps’ platform for shaping market systems in clean energy access. We work at the intersection of policy and institutions, enterprise growth and finance, ecosystem coordination, and evidence and market intelligence. Our comparative advantage lies in blending the advisory capabilities of a specialist firm with the geographic presence and community reach of an NGO. We translate program investment into strategic, market-credible solutions: building the conditions under which private investment flows into previously high-risk energy access markets.

The Position Overview 

Energy 4 Impact is recruiting an Electric Mobility & EV Charging Infrastructure Technical Expert to support the development of Nigeria’s e-mobility ecosystem under NESP III. The expert will lead the preparation of EV charging station guidelines and technical standards, as wells as an e-mobility framework to promote e-mobility in Nigeria. All in collaboration with NADDC and state governments supported under NESP III. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Lead the development of EV charging station guidelines, technical standards, and regulatory frameworks, including alignment with intermittent renewables to the grid.
• Provide technical inputs for e-mobility frameworks, including charging infrastructure planning and grid impact assessments.
• Conduct technical due diligence on EV related proposals, ensuring alignment with national and international EV standards and safety codes.
• Support stakeholder consultations with NADDC, state governments, and private sector actors.
• Deliver capacity building sessions on EV charging technologies and standards.
• Contribute to reporting, documentation, and knowledge transfer activities.

Complementary Responsibilities 

• Prepare technical specifications, BoQs, and tender documents for EV charging infrastructure.
• Transfer global best practices into charging interoperability, smart charging, and EV-grid integration.
• Develop EV infrastructure planning tools, including load forecasting models and site selection criteria, integrated into broader grid planning activities in the project.
• Support the design of pilot EV charging corridors within the project states.
• Provide advisory support on business models for EV charging (CPO models, PPPs, tariff structures).
• Contribute to an e-mobility knowledge hub, consolidating standards, templates, and case studies for future use in NESP.

Safeguarding Responsibilities  

• Actively learns about safeguarding and integrates it into their work, including safeguarding risks and mitigations related to their area of work.
• Practices the values of Mercy Corps including respecting the dignity and well-being of participants and fellow team members 

Required Qualifications 

Education 

• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or related field.

Languages 

• Excellent command of English (C1 level, CEFR). 

Professional Experience 

• General: At least 12 years of experience in the energy sector.
• Specific: Minimum 8 years of experience in EV regulations, EV charging infrastructure, emobility technical standards, or a combination of these.
• Demonstrated experience preparing technical guidelines, codes, or regulatory instruments.
• Demonstrated experience using GIS tools (ArcGIS, QGIS, etc.) for site identification and planning. 
• International experience: At least 7 years in at least two countries with economies in transition outside West Africa.
• Regional experience: At least 5 years of professional experience in West Africa, including a minimum of 1 year in Nigeria.  
• At least 5 years of experience working on development cooperation projects. 

Skills 

• Strong understanding of EV charging technologies, standards, and safety requirements.
• Excellent technical writing and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to deliver high-quality training and technical presentations.

Accountability to Participants and Stakeholders

Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our program participants, community partners, other stakeholders, and to international standards guiding international relief and development work. We are committed to actively engaging communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects. 

Success Factors

The ideal candidate is an e‑mobility specialist who understands both the technical and regulatory dimensions of EV charging infrastructure. They are forward‑thinking, detail‑oriented, and passionate about shaping e‑mobility ecosystems in emerging and developing markets. They excel at simplifying complex technical requirements into practical, actionable guidance. Their international experience positions them to help Nigeria build a robust and future‑ready e‑mobility framework. 

Living Conditions / Environmental Conditions

The position is based in Africa, and it requires up to 40% travel to support country programs, which may include travel to insecure locations where freedom of movement is limited and areas where amenities are limited.  Housing for this role is in individual housing and staff will have access to good medical services and the living situation is of a high standard. 

Ongoing Learning

In support of our belief that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities we serve, we empower all team members to dedicate 5% of their time to learning activities that further their personal and/or professional growth and development. 

Team Engagement and Effectiveness 

Achieving our mission starts with how we build our team and collaborate. By bringing together individuals with a variety of experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives, we strengthen our ability to solve complex challenges and drive innovation. We foster a culture of trust and respect, where every team member is valued for their contributions, empowered to reach their full potential, and motivated to do their best work.

We recognize that building a strong and effective team is an ongoing process, and we remain committed to learning, improving, and growing together. 

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mercy Corps is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law.  

Safeguarding & Ethics

Mercy Corps is committed to ensuring that all individuals we come into contact with through our work, whether team members, community members, program participants or others, are treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to the core principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse laid out by the UN Secretary General and IASC and have signed on to the Interagency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. We will not tolerate child abuse, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment by or of our team members. As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, respect local laws and customs, and to adhere to Mercy Corps Code of Conduct Policies and values at all times. Team members are required to complete mandatory Code of Conduct elearning courses upon hire and on an annual basis.

As an applicant, if you witness or experience any form of sexual misconduct during the recruitment process, please report this to Mercy Corps Integrity Hotline ([email protected]).