Background

MPower Ventures is a pan-African, venture-backed start-up leading the change in clean energy innovation. We are transforming the renewable energy landscape by deploying cutting-edge solar solutions that empower households and businesses across Africa. As we expand, we are seeking a dynamic, entrepreneurial Project Coordinator to oversee the implementation of all Commercial and Residential solar projects on the ground.

The Project Coordinator will be a critical member of the execution team, responsible for the effective and efficient coordination and delivery of multiple solar photovoltaic (PV) projects, with a strong focus on the Commercial & Industrial (C&I) sector. This role requires a blend of project management expertise, technical solar design knowledge (including Pylon/CAD/SLDs), and team coordination skills to ensure all projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Coordination

• Coordinate and lead the project team, including solar engineers, technicians, and external contractors.
• Coordinate multiple solar installation projects simultaneously, ensuring effective and efficient execution from inception to closeout.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, schedules, budgets, and risk registers.
• Monitor execution of capital projects and strategic initiatives across the portfolio, identifying and mitigating potential roadblocks.
• Generate regular progress, financial, and risk reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure the delivery of projects is within approved timelines and budgets.
• Support project initiation, feasibility, and investment appraisal processes.

Technical Design & Documentation

• Design and oversee the installation of C&I solar projects.
• Coordinate or conduct site visits and detailed assessments to determine solar installation feasibility.
• Prepare essential project documentation, including tender documents and Bills of Quantities (BOQs).
• Create Single Line Diagrams (SLDs) and demonstrate familiarity with Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software.
• Develop system designs based on site assessment reports and client requirements.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Experience & Certifications

• Proven professional experience in coordinating or managing solar PV projects, with significant exposure to C&I . Even if you do not have a background in solar energy but have worked in project management in the energy sector, we will still consider your application.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate several project teams (solar engineers, sales persons and electricians).
• Familiarity with all stages of the solar project lifecycle, from design to commissioning.
• A recognized degree or certificate in Project Management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is highly desirable.

Technical & Software Mastery

• Solar Design Software: Mastery in the use of professional solar design software (e.g., PVSyst, Helioscope, Pylon) and general CAD tools.
• Digital Agility: Strong mastery of spreadsheet software, specifically Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets, for project planning, budgeting, and reporting.
• Technical Knowledge: Proven ability to read and create technical drawings (SLDs, layouts) and documentation (BOQs).
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills for preparing reports, documents, and coordinating with diverse teams.

• Coordinate and lead the project team, including solar engineers, technicians, and external contractors.
• Coordinate multiple solar installation projects simultaneously, ensuring effective and efficient execution from inception to closeout.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, schedules, budgets, and risk registers.
• Monitor execution of capital projects and strategic initiatives across the portfolio, identifying and mitigating potential roadblocks.
• Generate regular progress, financial, and risk reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure the delivery of projects is within approved timelines and budgets.
• Support project initiation, feasibility, and investment appraisal processes.
• Design and oversee the installation of C&I solar projects.
• Coordinate or conduct site visits and detailed assessments to determine solar installation feasibility.
• Prepare essential project documentation, including tender documents and Bills of Quantities (BOQs).
• Create Single Line Diagrams (SLDs) and demonstrate familiarity with Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software.
• Develop system designs based on site assessment reports and client requirements.

• Mastery in the use of professional solar design software (e.g., PVSyst, Helioscope, Pylon) and general CAD tools.
• Strong mastery of spreadsheet software, specifically Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets, for project planning, budgeting, and reporting.
• Proven ability to read and create technical drawings (SLDs, layouts) and documentation (BOQs).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for preparing reports, documents, and coordinating with diverse teams.

• Proven professional experience in coordinating or managing solar PV projects, with significant exposure to C&I.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate several project teams (solar engineers, sales persons and electricians).
• Familiarity with all stages of the solar project lifecycle, from design to commissioning.
• A recognized degree or certificate in Project Management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is highly desirable.