Energy Efficiency Specialist within the water sector

Jordan, Middle East and North Africa

Description

The Sustainable Non-Revenue Water Reduction component of the Jordan Water Sector Efficiency Project aims to enhance the efficiency of water services by addressing water losses and improving operational systems.
The primary objective is to reduce non-revenue water (NRW), which includes both physical losses (leakages) and commercial losses (meter inaccuracies and unauthorized consumption). This reduction will improve water availability and financial sustainability of the water sector.
Key Components
1. Infrastructure Investments:
• Rehabilitation and Replacement: This involves restructuring and rehabilitating water supply networks, including household connections and meters. The focus is on creating hydraulically isolated District Metered Areas (DMAs) to better manage and monitor water distribution
• Network Zoning: Establishing DMAs to isolate sections of the network for better control and monitoring. This helps in identifying and addressing leaks more efficiently
• Pressure Management: Implementing systems to regulate and maintain pressure within the network to prevent pipe bursts and reduce leakages
2. Modernized Systems for Sustaining NRW Reduction:
• Operational Capacity: Strengthening the central NRW unit and the water companies' capacity to plan, monitor, and sustain NRW reduction efforts
• Digitalization: Implementing digital systems such as Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for real-time monitoring and management of water distribution
• Customer Relationship Management: Improving billing and collection systems to reduce commercial losses and enhance customer service
3. Institutional Strengthening:
• Utility Performance Improvement: Applying the Utility of the Future framework to assess and improve the operational, managerial, and financial performance of water companies
• Training and Capacity Building: Providing training for staff on operational and technical systems for NRW reduction
• Community Engagement: Engaging with local communities to raise awareness about water conservation and improve demand management

Qualifications required

Only the experts meeting the set criteria will be shortlisted and contacted.

• Responsibilities: Identify and implement energy-saving measures within the water sector. Conduct energy audits, recommend energy-efficient technologies, and monitor energy consumption.
• Skills: Expertise in energy management systems, knowledge of renewable energy technologies, and experience in conducting energy audits.

Professional experience required

• Bachelor's degree (M.Sc. desired) in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Certification in Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) or equivalent.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in conducting environmental and social impact assessments.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations and strong community engagement skills.

Duration

80 WD

Commencement

August 2024 (Tentative)

Deadline For Applications

2025-05-31

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