Technical Standards & Compliance Desk Officer

Technical Standards & Compliance Desk Officer

The Renewable Energy Association of Nigeria (REAN) is seeking a highly qualified and experienced professional to coordinate the effective implementation of technical standards and conformity assessment frameworks across the renewable energy sector in Nigeria.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the central coordination point for all matters relating to technical standards and conformity assessment within REAN.
• Operate the REAN Technical Standards & Compliance Desk.
• Provide expert technical advisory services on applicable national, regional, and international renewable energy standards.
• Develop simplified toolkits, compliance templates, and SOPs.
• Support the REAN Technical Standards Committee (RTSC) in all technical and operational functions.
• Issue periodic technical bulletins and advisories.
• Design, establish, and maintain a comprehensive compliance tracking database.
• Compile and analyze post-market and post-installation surveillance data.
• Prepare and present quarterly compliance dashboards and detailed reports.
• Organize quarterly technical round-table discussions with members and relevant stakeholders.
• Act as the official technical liaison with key regulatory bodies.
• Coordinate and facilitate pre-certification clinics for REAN members.
• Participate in national and regional standards development committees.
• Support the management of the REAN Standards Learning Hub.
• Support the design and rollout of training programs and mandatory certification initiatives.
• Document, curate, and disseminate case studies and success stories.
• Prepare high-quality technical memoranda, reports, and presentations.
• Engage in resource mobilization efforts and the development of funding proposals.
• Collaborate with the Monitoring & Evaluation team to track and report on KPIs linked to standards implementation.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Renewable Energy, Energy Engineering, Mechanical, or related fields).
• A Master’s degree in Renewable Energy, Energy Policy, Standards & Quality Management, or related technical discipline is an added advantage.
• Professional certifications in Quality Assurance, Standards Development, Conformity Assessment, ISO Systems, or related technical fields are highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of renewable energy technologies (solar PV, SHS, mini-grid, hybrid systems, etc.).
• Working knowledge of national and international standards (SON, IEC, ISO, NEMSA, REA standards, etc.).
• Demonstrated experience in developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), technical toolkits, and compliance frameworks.
• Experience in post-market/installation surveillance and quality assurance monitoring.
• Ability to analyze technical data and prepare compliance dashboards, reports, and advisories.
• Familiarity with Conformity Assessment (CA) procedures and regulatory compliance pathways.
• Strong documentation skills for generating advisories, bulletins, memos, presentations, and compliance guidance notes.
• Minimum of 3–5 years experience in technical standards, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, or renewable energy project implementation.
• Experience working with standards development bodies, regulatory agencies, or industry associations is a strong advantage.
• Prior involvement in stakeholder engagement, technical working groups, or committee participation is preferable.

How to Apply: Interested and qualified applicants should submit the following:

• A cover letter highlighting relevant experience and motivation for the role.
• An updated CV (maximum 3 pages). Applications should be sent to: jobs.hr@rean.org.ng