Introduction

STOOS Consulting is an international research and consulting firm serving humanitarian and development partners across multiple regions. We specialize in Third-Party Monitoring (TPM), evaluations, applied research, and capacity building, helping clients make evidence-based and accountable decisions.

You can find more at www.stoosconsulting.com

Role Overview

The Energy Expert (Consultant) will design and deliver research and TPM services for energy and renewable energy projects (e.g., mini-grids, utility/C&I solar PV, wind, hydro, storage, energy efficiency, clean cooking) across different countries and clients—providing rigorous technical verification, performance analysis, and actionable insights.

Key Roles & Duties

• Lead TPM assignments end-to-end: inception design, indicator frameworks, sampling, tool development (KoBo/ODK), QA/QC, field verification, and reporting.

• Conduct technical due diligence & performance reviews of energy systems (generation, availability/uptime, losses, reliability indices, PUE uptake, CO₂e avoided).

• Verify KPIs and compliance with relevant standards, grid/interconnection codes, E&S/HSE safeguards, and donor requirements.

• Analyze metering/SCADA/EMS data, triangulate with site inspections, document reviews, and stakeholder interviews.

• Produce concise reports, briefs, and dashboards translating technical findings into practical recommendations for donors and implementers.

• Coordinate with multinational field teams and local partners, ensuring ethical practices, data protection, and do-no-harm in challenging contexts.

Qualifications (Experience & Education)

• Experience: Proven track record in energy/renewables delivering TPM/M&E or research for donor-funded programs in multiple countries.

• Technical depth: System design & performance analysis, M&V approaches (e.g., IPMVP), data analytics (Excel/Power BI/R or similar).

• Standards & donors: Familiarity with IEC/IEEE, ISO 50001, and frameworks used by World Bank/IFC, USAID, FCDO, EU, UN, etc.

• Assets: Exposure to mini-grids, C&I solar, storage, smart meters, clean cooking; additional languages beyond English.

• Education: Bachelor’s in Electrical/Power/Energy Engineering (or closely related field) required; Master’s preferred.

How to apply

Submit your CV and a brief cover letter (highlighting relevant energy TPM/research experience and countries worked) via this form:

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