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Organization: EcoSmart http://ecosmart.ca
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia
EcoSmart – a Vancouver based not-for-profit organization – is seeking
to fill various roles to support the development of solar energy
projects. Applicants able to undertake multiple ro
les are especially
encouraged. Our aim is to cover all roles within the team but the
assignment of specific tasks to individuals is flexible and will be
based on the skill set of the selected candidate(s).
Roles sought:
• Technical specialist. The role requires developing system
simulations to help decision makers assess the technical and financial
feasibility of PV projects. Specific duties may include: conducting
simulations using appropriate software (eg. Mathematica, PVsys, etc.);
creating and maintaining solar databases; calculating wind and snow
loads; analyzing quality and efficiency of equipment (modules,
inverters, etc.); analyzing all aspects of a solar plant (foundation,
layout, structure, etc.); understanding and communicating data gaps
and limitations; preparing reports or presentations; etc.
• Business development. The role entails finding new opportunities for
the organization and may include: identifying new domains of work;
creating project concepts; exploring, developing, and nurturing
relationships and partnerships with prospective funders, investors,
developers, and other stakeholders; creating initial proposals,
budgets, and financial documents; conducting high-level business
meetings; attending conferences; delivering presentations; etc.
• Project administration & communication. This role largely covers the
administrative and communication aspects of projects, including:
preparing financial documents; creating reports; liaising with project
partners, stakeholders, and contractors; handling marketing and
outreach; updating websites; developing communications materials;
delivering presentations; participating in social media dialogs; etc.
Interested applicants should emphasize all experience related to any
of the above roles, regardless of primary area of expertise.
Candidates with interest and ability to undertake multiple roles will
be prioritized. All candidates should have some renewable energy
experience; we are especially interested in candidates with solar
system modeling experience.
All work is based in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
Interested candidates should apply as soon as possible, but by May 8,
2015 at the latest by emailing a resume and cover letter in pdf or
Word format to:
jobs@ecosmart.ca
No phone calls or visits please. Due to the level of response
anticipated for this posting, only candidates selected for further
review will be contacted.