Program Manager

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August 11

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SOLON Corporation

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SOLON Corporation is a full-service commercial and utility-scale solar and energy storage contractor based in the Southwest United States. They specialize in the development, design, engineering, and construction of solar photovoltaic systems and battery storage projects. SOLON offers turnkey solar solutions that include solar photovoltaic systems, energy storage, microgrid solutions, EV chargers, and LED lighting, catering to diverse clients including municipalities, educational institutions, commercial entities, and utilities. With over 157 MWs of installations, SOLON is recognized for their quality systems and ability to deliver innovative, efficient, and tailored solutions to meet specific energy needs.

11 - 50 employees

⚡ Energy

📋 Description

• The ideal candidate will take a hands-on approach to successfully manage various workstreams to assess Sierra Leone as a new market for establishing a football player development program. • It will mean working closely with communities, government, and other partners to solve problems and advance the project initiatives. • It will also mean being ready to respond with enthusiasm to a fast-paced and wide-ranging set of requests and challenges. • Examples of responsibilities include: • Opportunity Assessment: Identify and evaluate potential partnership opportunities with school providers in Sierra Leone in order to establish the first phase of our football player development program – a grassroots training program for boys and girls from age 6, layered across existing primary schools. • Program Implementation: in coordination with Solon team, implement and grow grassroots training program with identified school providers in Sierra Leone; providing effective oversight to ensure program meets Solon standards and objectives. • Stakeholder Engagement: Building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including service providers, government officials, donor partners, consultants, and community members. • Engage with potential local partners, industry experts, and other stakeholders to gather insights and promote Solon's business interests. • Reporting and Assessment: Prepare detailed reports and presentations for senior management to aid in decision-making processes. • Project Management: Manage timelines, resources, and deliverables for designated project. Ensure all project activities adhere to Solon standards and objectives, delivering results within established timelines and budgets.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, International Relations, or related field. • Proven experience in business development, or a similar role, preferably within Sierra Leone or similar markets. • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including preparing detailed project reports and presenting to diverse audiences. • Superb attention to detail and diligence. • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multicultural team environment. • Strong interpersonal skills and problem-solving abilities. • In-depth knowledge of Sierra Leone's culture, customs, and business practices. • Fluent English (spoken and written). • Integrity, sound judgement, and business acumen. • Professional presence and demeanour. • Ability to legally reside and work in Sierra Leone. • Passion for or interest in football • Experience and knowledge in any of the football, education, or carbon markets/project development initiatives is desirable.