Consultant for Study on Financing Mechanisms for EE and Thermal Retrofitting in Phnom Penh for CHILL Project
- Career Category: Consultancies
- Location: Phnom Penh
Contract Type: Independent Finance expert or consultancy firm,
Start Date: From July 15th ,2026.
Duration: 10 weeks.
Location: Literature review, field data collection, and interviews at the national level in Cambodia and in the city of Phnom Penh, specifically in Khan Sen Sok, Khan Chbar Ampov, and Khan 7 Makara,
MISSION OF THE SERVICE PROVIDER
Objectives of the Assignment
The objectives of this assignment are as follows:
- Identify and document the financing products
- Inventory and map existing financing mechanisms for SMEs
- Identify and document initiatives or projects of organizations
Scope and Nature of Home Improvement Investments
The financing mechanisms should cover the following types of thermal and energy-efficient retrofitting solutions identified as relevant for the Phnom Penh context:
- Passive cooling measures: Roof and ceiling insulation, reflective “cool roof” coatings, improved natural ventilation, and external shading devices.
- Equipment upgrades: Purchase of energy-efficient cooling equipment such as high-performance fans, ceiling fans, and energy-efficient air conditioners (replacing old units or optimizing settings).
- Structural protections: Installation of sun-shading roofs, curtains, or blinds to reduce solar heat gain through windows, roofing, facades and opening.
The CHILL Pilot phase, which involves detailed technical measurements and the design of retrofitting packages for three pilot houses (flat houses, shophouses, link houses), will run in parallel. This phase will provide the consultant with precise data on retrofitting costs for typical urban Cambodian dwellings. These costing scenarios can be used as baseline for the design of appropriate financial mechanisms.
Eligibility
- The consultant or consultancy firm must demonstrate:
- Good knowledge of Cambodia’s financial sector, including commercial banks, microfinance institutions (MFIs), and other financing providers relevant to housing improvement, renovation, climate adaptation, or household investments.
- Good understanding of the Cambodian housing, construction, and renovation ecosystem, including the main public and private stakeholders involved in housing development, construction materials, housing finance, and urban development.
- Experience conducting stakeholder mapping, institutional consultations, and multi-stakeholder engagement processes.
- Familiarity with issues related to housing improvement, climate resilience, sustainable construction, or energy efficiency would be considered an asset.
- The service provider shall mobilize, individually or collectively, the following skills and qualifications:
- University Degree or higher in a relevant field such as Social Sciences, Engineering, Finance/Economics, Urban Studies, Sustainable Development, or a similar domain.
- At least 3 to 5 years of professional experience in research, market assessments, stakeholder mapping, financial sector analysis, private sector engagement, or related assignments.
- Demonstrated experience conducting interviews and consultations with institutional stakeholders, including financial institutions, private sector actors, public agencies, or development organizations.
- Good understanding of Cambodia’s financial sector and/or housing sector.
- Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills.
- Previous experience working in Cambodia is required.
- Knowledge of housing renovation, climate adaptation, sustainable housing, or energy efficiency issues would be considered an asset but is not mandatory.
- Fluency in Khmer is required for stakeholder consultations and interviews. Good written and spoken English is required for reporting and communication with the project team.
