Construction Technician ( Consultancy)-Sumbawanga

Company Overview

Jaza is working to power Sub-Saharan Africa by building solar-powered shops that charge batteries customers use to power their homes. Since 2022, Jaza has achieved over 4 million battery swaps, providing approximately 225,000 people access to clean, affordable energy.

Jaza employs women from each community (known as Jaza Stars) to run the service, empowering team members to become leaders, entrepreneurs, and drivers of economic growth within their communities.

Position Overview

The Construction Technician is responsible for assessing assigned sites to identify possible service locations for setting up a Jaza Hub or Shop, leasing the service location, and renovating and installing all necessary assets to complete the acquisition process.

This role plays a critical part in translating validated sites into operational Jaza locations, maintaining high-quality standards while meeting acquisition targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Visit and assess all assigned sites to identify possible service locations for setting up Jaza Hubs or Shops
• Perform all necessary steps for site acquisition, including site assessment, leasing, renovation, and installation
• Follow outlined acquisition processes to maintain a rework rate of ≤5% for all acquisition actions
• Ensure quality standards are observed and maintained throughout site acquisition, renovation, and installation processes
• Manage project timelines and budgets effectively

Employment Details

• Position Type: Full-Time
• Location: Sumbawanga, Tanzania
• Industry: Professional Services – Construction, Installation, Maintenance & Repair, Science & Engineering, Business Operations

Career Development

This role represents an excellent career development opportunity within a growing organization making a meaningful impact across Sub-Saharan Africa.