United States Agency for International Development (USAID)

Vietnam Low Emission Energy Program II (V-LEEP II)

Energy & Climate Policy Senior Manager – Objective Lead

Deloitte Consulting is seeking applicants interested in the “Energy & Climate Policy Senior Manager – Objective Lead” position for the Vietnam Low Emission Energy Program II (V-LEEP II) - a $36.25 million USAID-funded program, which runs through September 2025. V-LEEP II is helping Vietnam continue its transition to a clean, secure, and market-based energy sector by increasing the deployment of advanced energy systems, improving energy sector performance, and increasing competition in the energy sector.

The Objective Lead will leverage market analysis to create and implement strategies aimed at boosting investor interest. This role involves engaging key stakeholders to attract private sector investment and mobilizing public-private finance. The Lead will collaborate and work with Vietnamese senior energy specialists to support V-LEEP II objectives.

This position is based in the V-LEEP II project office in Hanoi, Vietnam.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with 10+ years of experience in energy and climate
• Ability to travel up to 100% on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve in Vietnam.
• Must also have valid work authorization for the country where you will be working, and to the extent required by such country’s laws and regulations.
• Provide Deloitte documentation verifying your identity and employment authorization.
• This role is based in Hanoi Vietnam and applicants must be located in the area or willing to relocate.

Preferred:

• Expertise in various areas such as industrial energy efficiency, electricity markets, and decarbonization strategies.
• Experience managing diverse teams, stakeholder engagement, and coordination.
• Proven leadership, communication skills, and prior experience with USAID projects.
• Fluency in English, with advanced written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate talent, build productive teams, and make evidence-based decisions.
• Understanding of USAID and wider USG goals and priorities for international development, specifically in Vietnam and the larger Asia-Pacific region

Responsibilities will include, among others:

• Develop and execute strategies for enhanced clean energy system deployment, utilizing energy market trends and policy insights.
• Support project targets for renewable energy generation through policy implementation, technical leadership, and training.
• Foster a conducive policy and market environment for private sector investment in the energy sector through stakeholder engagement.
• Advocate for clean energy-friendly policies and investment opportunities.
• Collaborate with both public and private sector stakeholders to solidify investment in the energy sector.
• Utilize existing networks to secure private sector investment in clean energy projects.
• Lead and mentor a diverse professional team to ensure the achievement of set goals.
• Manage quality control, strategic planning, and budgeting for the project.
• Cultivate a collaborative, inclusive team culture that encourages creativity and results.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling-basis, and the application window will be open until the position is filled.

To apply, please send cover letter and CV to [email protected]. The subject line email of application should follow this format: 

Application_V-LEEPII_ Objective 1 Lead_FirstNameLastName.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. No telephone inquiries please.

Organization: V-LEEP II Project
Location: Hanoi
Application deadline: 2024-07-14
Send application to: [email protected]