1. Your New Organization
The International Solar Alliance (ISA) is an intergovernmental organization of 125 Member Countries working to accelerate the deployment of solar energy to achieve universal energy access energy security and a sustainable low-carbon -founded by India and France under the Paris Agreement ISA serves as a platform for cooperation among solar rich nations to mobilize investments build capacity and promote innovation in solar energy deployment across the Global South. Its mission is to unlock solar investments by 2030 while reducing technology and financing costs. Through initiatives across agriculture health transport and power generation ISA Member Countries are driving change by shaping policies sharing best practices setting standards and mobilising investments.
2. About the program
The International Solar Alliance (ISA) is implementing Programme 8 Solar PV and Battery Waste Management to support its Member Countries in addressing the growing challenge of end-of-life (EoL) management of solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery storage systems. The programme promotes safe environmentally sound and economically viable approaches for collection recycling repurposing and disposal aligned with circular economy principles.
In line with this objective ISA launched SUNRISE Solar Upcycling Network for Recycling Innovation and Stakeholder Engagement at the ISA Assembly 2025 as a global platform to convene stakeholders share best practices and accelerate collaboration on solar and battery waste management. ISA is currently operationalising SUNRISE as a key delivery mechanism under Programme 8 including the establishment and long-term sustenance of a SUNRISE Community of Practice (CoP). To support Programme 8 implementation and the operationalisation of SUNRISE ISA seeks to engage a Consultant Solar PV and Battery Waste Management.
3. Objective of the Assignment
The objective of this assignment is to provide technical analytical and coordination support to ISAs Programme 8 activities with a specific responsibility for operationalising and sustaining the SUNRISE platform and its Community of Practice. The consultant will support knowledge development stakeholder engagement policy inputs and programme delivery across Member Countries working in a fast-paced multi-stakeholder environment.
4. Scope of Work
The consultant will support Programme 8 and SUNRISE across the following areas:
A. Technical & Analytical Support
Provide technical inputs on e-waste management recycling systems repurposing refurbishment and repowering of electronic or semiconductor goods with relevance to solar PV modules and battery storage systems.
Support assessments of waste management frameworks recycling capacities and technology readiness in Member Countries.
Contribute to technical notes analytical briefs and background papers related to solar PV and battery waste management and circular economy approaches.
B. Operationalisation of SUNRISE & Community of Practice
Support the operationalisation of the SUNRISE platform ensuring it functions as an effective coordination and knowledge-sharing mechanism under Programme 8.
Lead the development management and long-term sustenance of the SUNRISE Community of Practice including:
o Stakeholder on boarding and engagement
o Coordination of expert interactions and thematic discussions
o Documentation of outcomes and best practices
Support organisation of roundtables consultations and working group meetings under SUNRISE.
Serve as a focal point for coordination between ISA SUNRISE stakeholders and partner organisations.
C. Stakeholder Engagement & Coordination
Conduct stakeholder mapping across the solar and battery value chain including manufacturers recyclers waste handlers regulators financiers and technology providers.
Engage with government agencies private sector stakeholders recyclers industry associations and international partners to support programme objectives.
Translate stakeholder inputs into actionable technical and policy recommendations.
D. Knowledge Products & Programme Support
Support development and delivery of knowledge products including reports guidelines toolkits case studies and best-practice repositories related to solar PV and battery waste management.
Contribute to technical materials presentations and session content for ISA-led engagements at regional and global platforms.
Support documentation reporting and progress tracking for Programme 8 and SUNRISE activities.
E. Internal Coordination & Delivery Support
Support ISA teams in planning coordination monitoring and reporting of Programme 8 activities.
Assist in preparation of concept notes technical briefs and partner engagement materials.
Provide timely inputs across multiple parallel workstreams adapting to evolving priorities and deadlines.
Reporting & Supervision
The consultant will work under the supervision of the Lead- Programme 8 Solar PV and Battery Waste Management ISA Secretariat and will coordinate closely with relevant internal teams and SUNRISE stakeholders.
Requirements
5. Required Qualifications and Experience
Only those individuals who fulfil the following qualifying criteria are eligible to respond.
Essential:
Masters/PhD degree in Solar Energy Environmental Engineering Sustainability Renewable Energy Circular Economy Energy Policy or a related field from a recognised Institute or university with five years of work experience.
Previous experience in solar PV and/or battery waste management recycling refurbishment or repowering of electronic goods is must.
Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement is mandatory including working with government bodies private sector entities recyclers industry associations or international organisations. Experience working in intergovernmental multilateral or development programmes is an advantage.
Excellent writing communication and presentation skills in English with the ability to simplify complex concepts for diverse audiencesfrom technical experts to senior policymakers.
Technology and Solar Specialist Education A PhD in Renewable or Electrical Engineering or Masters degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or Physical Science. What you will need to succeed: It is preferred that the successful candidate has 12 years of relevant professional work experience within the private sector/Multilateral Organisations/ International Organisations/ Govt/ donor agencies. Experience and or knowledge of similar work being undertaken in one of the three target regions for ISA (Africa Asia/Pacific Latin America) will be highly regarded. Strong analytical capabilities and experience in conducting risk assessments to guide fund mobilization priorities and project initiation decisions in a complex regulatory environment. Effective verbal and written communication skills on highly technical solar programs A strategic experience in stakeholder relationship management/technology management within the solar energy sector. Demonstrated solar technology project management experience including balancing multiple assignments from conception to completion on schedule and within budget. Languages & IT skills: The role demands substantial writing and verbal communications skills. As English is the official and working language of the Organization excellent command of both written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of other languages (i.e. French Spanish and Arabic) would be an advantage. The role demands substantial writing and verbal communications skills. Knowledge of other languages (i.e. French Spanish and Arabic) would be an advantage. Satisfactory skills in Outlook MS Office products and experience with the various ERP systems required to manage this role is required. Your Place of Work: (if successful with the recruitment process) This role will be based out of the Secretariat of the ISA Gurgaon Haryana State or at the ISAs facility in Delhi India or any other facility deemed necessary by the ISA.
A PhD in Renewable or Electrical Engineering or Masters degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or Physical Science.
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