Community Engagement Associate

Community Engagement Associate at Husk Power Systems

Husk Power Systems (“Husk”) is an esteemed clean energy company that operates in rural India and Sub-Saharan Africa, dedicated to providing renewable energy solutions. Recognized as the “World’s Best Challenger Brand” in the energy industry in 2023 and listed as a Global Cleantech 100 company three times, Husk delivers 24/7 renewable power to rural households, businesses, institutions, and small factories through its AI-powered rural energy platform. Additionally, it offers various products and services, including e-commerce, credit financing for branded appliances, and community-based solutions for e-mobility and agriculture. Husk’s mission is to catalyze economic growth and social well-being in rural communities that lack access to energy services.

We are currently looking to hire for the position below:

Job Title: Community Engagement Associate

Role Summary:

As a Community Engagement Associate at Husk, you will play a vital role in facilitating community engagement activities to support the deployment of our mini-grid portfolio in Nigeria. This position involves coordinating with various stakeholders, including community representatives, local authorities, and industry-related entities, to ensure successful project implementation and stakeholder satisfaction. We are seeking a candidate with experience in community engagement, stakeholder management, report writing, and business development support, who is passionate about addressing Nigeria’s energy access challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

General:

• Assist in expanding and maintaining project sites’ portfolio.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on engagement activities and market intelligence insights.
• Develop and implement robust community engagement strategies. Stakeholder Engagement:
• Manage relationships with community stakeholders and regulatory agencies.
• Maintain a database of critical stakeholders across operational areas.
• Actively engage with stakeholders to address community-related issues. Regulatory Agency Engagement:
• Support in obtaining and maintaining relevant regulatory permits.
• Maintain an information base for local government agency engagements. Community Engagement:
• Drive active engagement with selected communities from pre-development to post-development stages.
• Document community engagement meetings and relevant agreements.
• Provide regular updates on community engagement activities. Business Growth:
• Support various teams during community/customer engagement exercises.
• Provide assistance in documenting security insights gathered during community engagement activities.

Required Skills & Attributes:

• Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, or social sciences; additional sales-related training or certifications are advantageous.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in similar roles within the power, telecommunications, or rural development sectors in Nigeria.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with a focus on driving business growth.
• Excellent time management, organizational, and presentation skills.
• Relationship management skills with a proactive and adaptable approach.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Google Suite, and other relevant tools.
• Highly motivated, target-driven, and capable of delivering tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, with fluency in Hausa being an added advantage. Location and Travel:
• This role is based in Lafia, Nigeria, with frequent travel to Husk Minigrids sites.

Salary:

₦200,000–₦300,000 per month, based on experience.

Benefits:

Husk offers flexible working conditions and employee benefits in line with global best practices, including career growth planning, transparent annual review processes, gender-inclusive workplace conditions, family health insurance, and frequent training opportunities. We prioritize work-life balance and encourage employees to manage their workload accordingly.