2 Electrical Engineering jobs in Uganda

1.Background
The Solar Pledge East Africa (SPEA) project is a pilot project of the Solar Pledge East Africa Programme implemented by horizont3000. br>Launched in June 2023, in Kampala, the SPEA project contributes to the achievement of the SDGs, in particular SDG 7, 13 as well as Laudato Si and the National Development Plans of Uganda and Kenya.
The Project encompasses three key areas: 1) Awareness raising on climate action and the energy nexus, 2) Capacity Building for dioceses in renewable energy planning and providing direct support for solar system repair, and 3) upscaling and installation of solay systems.
The SPEA Pilot 03 year project is implemented in collaboration with 02 partners: 1) the Archdiocese of Gulu in Uganda 2) the Diocese of Lodwar in Kenya, for the first three years.
1.1. Purpose of the Consultancy:
Building on insights from a recent successful workshop in Gulu—where GIZ provided essential inputs on energy mainstreaming—this assignment seeks to develop one comprehensive document, the Diocesan Energy Sustainability Strategy (DESS) for the Arch Diocese of Gulu. This strategy will:

Adapt the GIZ Energy Mainstreaming Guidelines to the diocesan context while integrating key cross-cutting issues such as gender equality, climate change, and environmental sustainability.
utline an Operation & Maintenance (O&M) long term plan aligned with the organizational frameworks to ensure long-term reliability and sustainability of energy systems.
Establish a Renewable Energy strategy that outlines practical actions and investments to increase clean energy uptake in diocesan institutions.

2. Objectives
The consultant will work with Archdiocese of Gulu (with the support of the Regional Office when needed) by producing the Diocesan Energy Sustainability Strategy (DESS) that:


Customizes existing energy mainstreaming guidelines to reflect the operational realities, governance structures, and stakeholder priorities within Archdiocese of Gulu, with integrated approaches to gender, climate change, and environmental concerns.
Establishes an O&M strategy that fits within diocesan organizational frameworks, ensuring that energy systems are maintained effectively over their lifecycles.
Provides a forward-looking Renewable Energy strategy that identifies actionable measures, resource needs, and implementation pathways to increase the use of renewable energy.

3. Scope of Work
The consultant is expected to undertake the following tasks:
3.1. Document Review and Stakeholder Consultation


Review: Study existing documents, including the GIZ Energy Mainstreaming Guidelines, relevant diocesan plans, previous workshop findings (Gulu), and national/international best practices on energy, gender mainstreaming, climate change, and sustainability.

Documents to be reviewed among others: Guidelines for mainstreaming energy /GIZ/MEMD
Organigram of the Diocese of Gulu
Financial mechanism of the Diocese


Relevant existing policies regarding gender Consultation: Engage with key stakeholders (e.g., diocesan leadership, technical and energy staff, gender focal points, community representatives) to capture insights, needs, and opportunities.
Relevant stakeholders could be : Ministry of , Local Government, Management of the Archdiocese, Management of Caritas, UCMB, GIZ (PREEP) USEA, etc.);

Key informant interviews, inception and planning meeting at diocesan level

3.2. Formulation of a Renewable Energy Strategy


Strategic Vision: Define clear goals, objectives, indicators and priority actions for increasing renewable energy uptake within the diocese.
Roadmap Development: Identify potential renewable energy interventions, required investments, and timelines while ensuring the strategy is scalable, participatory, and sustainable.

3.3. Adaptation of Energy Mainstreaming Guidelines


Customization: Tailor the GIZ Energy Mainstreaming Guidelines to the diocesan context, ensuring that the adapted framework embeds gender considerations and addresses climate change and environmental sustainability.
Contextual Integration: Ensure that the adapted guidelines align with the unique socio-cultural and institutional dynamics of diocesan operations ensuring tailored connection to the existing diocesan structures.

3.4. Development of an Operation & Maintenance (O&M) Strategy


Assessment: Evaluate the current organizational frameworks, capacity, and practices in place for maintaining energy systems within the diocese.
Strategy Formulation: Develop an O&M strategy outlining roles, responsibilities, maintenance schedules and capacity-building
Development of a sustainable financing mechanism to support long-term O&M of renewable energy systems; that are practical, inclusive, transparent and aligned with diocesan financial systems. The proposed mechanism must be operational and identify sources of funding, such as contributions by institutions, diocesan budget allocation and external support.

3.5. Integration and Finalization


Unified Document: Compile all three components into a single, comprehensive Diocesan Energy Sustainability Strategy (DESS) document that holistically addresses energy mainstreaming, O&M, and renewable energy components.
Validation: Facilitate a stakeholder validation workshop to review the draft DESS, incorporate feedback, and finalize the strategy. (Please Note: The venue, invitations, meals and refreshments will be handled by the project team)

4. Deliverables
The consultant will submit the following outputs:


Inception Report:

Detailed methodology, work plan, and schedule for completing the assignment.


Draft Diocesan Energy Sustainability Strategy (DESS):

Comprehensive Renewable Energy strategy inclusive of:

Adapted Energy Mainstreaming Guidelines with integrated gender, climate change, and environmental concerns.
Operation & Maintenance (O&M) strategy.




Stakeholder Validation Workshop Report:

Summary of feedback and recommendations from the validation session.


Final Diocesan Energy Sustainability Strategy (DESS):

A consolidated and refined document incorporating stakeholder feedback and final adjustments.


Timeline

The assignment is expected to be completed within (7-8weeks) from the contract signing. The suggested timeline is as follows:
FINAL SUBMISSION DESS END OF OCTOBER
Deliverable
(Week)
Inception Report- Week 1-2
Draft DESS Document- Week 2–5 < r>Stakeholder Validation Workshop- Week 5-6
Final DESS Document- Week 8
6.Consultant Qualifications and Experience
The ideal consultant should possess:


M A / Master of Public Administration / Master’s in Sustainable Development / Master’s in Environmental Management or similar fields.
Demonstrated experience in developing energy strategies, particularly within the public or faith-based sectors will be an added advantage.
In-depth knowledge of energy mainstreaming, renewable energy, and O&M best practices.
Proven ability to integrate cross-cutting issues such as gender, climate change, and environmental sustainability into strategic frameworks.
Excellent stakeholder engagement, facilitation, and report-writing skills.
Familiarity with the operational context and organizational frameworks of diocesan institutions.

7. Reporting and Coordination
The consultant will report directly to the Project Manager/Regional Coordinator and will work closely with the diocesan energy officer, Technical Advisor and relevant diocesan representatives. Regular progress updates and consultations will be required throughout the assignment.
8. Consultant fees (Budget)
The consultant will be paid a total fee of UGX 10,000,000 Ten Million Ugandan Shillings) for the successful completion of this assignment. This amount is inclusive of all professional fees, travel, statutory taxes, communication costs, and other incidental expenses related to the consultancy.


How to apply
Interested consultants are invited to submit the following:


A technical proposal detailing their understanding of the assignment, proposed methodology, and work plan.
A financial proposal, outlining the daily rate and a total estimated cost.
Curriculum Vitae (CV) or organizational profile (if a firm), highlighting relevant experience and past projects.
At least two references or samples of similar work completed in the past.

Submissions should be sent to , with cc to , by COB 3rd August 2025.
Subject line: “Gulu Archdiocese- Strategy Consultant-2025”