Senior Technical Consultant
Position Circumstances
- Career Category: Engineer - Electrical, Engineering, Resources & Environment, Advisor / Individual Consultant
- Schedule:Part-time
- Salary: Negotiable
Location: Flexible, Phnom Penh, SOGE office and traveling to provinces
Period of assignment: September 2026 – February 2027
Reporting line: CEO, while working closely with Technical Manager
We are seeking one Senior Technical Consultant to strengthen SOGE’s technical capacity and support the development of market-responsive solar solutions, including solar rooftop, solar hybrid, battery energy storage, and solar irrigation systems. The consultant will assess current technical practices and market demand, recommend improved system design standards, and train SOGE’s technical team on design, installation, operation, maintenance, quality assurance, and safety requirements.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Key responsibilities:
- Assess SOGE’s existing solar rooftop, solar hybrid, and solar irrigation systems, including design approach, installation quality, operation practices, maintenance procedures, documentation, and customer feedback.
- Review current and emerging market demand for solar solutions in Cambodia, with attention to commercial and industrial clients, agriculture, irrigation services, rural productive use, and customized project opportunities.
- Recommend technically sound and commercially viable solar system designs that can help SOGE expand its market share and respond to customer needs.
- Develop standard design criteria for solar hybrid, solar rooftop, battery storage, and solar irrigation systems, covering load assessment, PV sizing, inverter and battery selection, pump sizing, protection systems, monitoring, and energy yield analysis.
- Train and mentor SOGE’s technical team on system design, installation standards, commissioning, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, safety, and quality assurance.
- Advise on efficient installation methods, realistic work planning, technical supervision, and clearly defined roles and responsibilities for SOGE staff, suppliers, contractors, and customers, particularly for systems above 50 kW AC.
- Prepare or improve technical specifications, bills of quantities, equipment evaluation criteria, bidding documents, and procurement guidance for solar projects.
- Support the development of practical tools, templates, and standard operating procedures that enable SOGE to deliver consistent, safe, and high-quality solar solutions.
- Key deliverables:
- The successful consultant is expected to deliver the following outputs:
- Technical assessment report covering SOGE’s current solar rooftop, hybrid, and irrigation systems, including key gaps, risks, and improvement priorities.
- Market-responsive technical recommendations for solar solutions that SOGE can develop or improve for target customer segments.
- Standard design criteria and design templates for solar rooftop, solar hybrid, battery storage, and solar irrigation systems.
- Standard operating procedures for installation, commissioning, operation, maintenance, monitoring, troubleshooting, and safety.
- Training materials and practical training sessions for SOGE engineers, technicians, and relevant project staff.
- Technical specifications, equipment selection guidance, bidding document inputs, and supplier evaluation criteria for future solar projects.
- Final consultancy report summarizing completed activities, key findings, training results, recommended next steps, and a practical roadmap for strengthening SOGE’s technical and market readiness.
Expected Profile of Candidates
Languages:
- English - Fluent
Qualifications:
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or a related field.
Work History:
- Solar PV system design, engineering, installation, commissioning, operation, and maintenance, preferably including solar hybrid, battery storage, rooftop, and solar irrigation systems. for 10 years as a minimum
Skills & Knowledge:
General & Technical Skills
- Strong understanding of international solar PV standards and good engineering practices, including IEC 61215, IEC 61730, IEC 62109, IEC 62548, IEC 60364-7-712, IEC 61727, IEC 62116, and relevant local electrical and grid requirements.
- Proven ability to prepare technical specifications, bidding documents, bills of quantities, equipment evaluation criteria, commissioning checklists, and procurement support documents.
- Practical knowledge of PV system sizing, load assessment, energy yield analysis, BESS design, inverter selection, solar pump sizing, electrical protection, monitoring systems, and performance optimization.
- Experience delivering technical training and coaching engineers, technicians, and project teams on solar design, installation, commissioning, safety, operation, and maintenance.
- Experience with technical supervision, QA/QC, risk management, work planning, and coordination with suppliers, contractors, customers, and development partners.
- Proficiency in solar design and engineering tools such as PVsyst, Helioscope, AutoCAD, PV*SOL, ETAP, SketchUp, or equivalent software.
- Excellent communication, training, reporting, and presentation skills in English; experience in Cambodia or similar developing-country markets is an advantage.
Junior Solar Engineer
Position Circumstances
- Career Category: Engineer - Electrical, Engineering, Resources & Environment
- Schedule:Full-time
- Salary: Negotiable
Contracting period: One year, with the possibility of extension based on performance
Line of reporting: Technical Manager
Line of reporting: Technical Manager
We are currently seeking a Junior Solar Engineer to join our technical team. The successful candidate will support the design, installation, operations and maintenance of solar energy systems while providing technical assistance to customers.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Design and install solar power systems.
- Participate in project meetings, including kick-off meetings with relevant stakeholders.
- Report technical progress and issues to the Technical Manager.
- Prepare work plans for the technical team.
- Prepare system schematics and installation drawings.
- Supervise installation activities to ensure work is completed safely and according to quality standards.
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation for solar projects.
- Develop technical training materials and conduct training sessions when required.
- Travel to project sites in the provinces as required.
- Perform other duties assigned by the Technical Manager or Project Management Team.
Expected Profile of Candidates
Languages:
- English - Good
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or a related field.
Skills & Knowledge:
General & Technical Skills
- At least 5-8 years of experience in solar system design and installation.
- Good knowledge of solar PV system design and installation standards.
- Good command of spoken and written English.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD (preferred).
Soft Skills
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Good organizational and problem-solving skills.
Business Development Manager
Position Circumstances
- Career Category: Business Administration, Sales / Marketing, Exec. / Management
- Schedule:Full-time
- Salary: Negotiable
Contracting period: One year, with the possibility of extension based on performance
Line of reporting: CEO
As SOGE scales from a social and inclusive business into an impactful commercial enterprise ready to partner with global impact investors, we are seeking a Business Development Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will be commercially minded and relationship-focused, with the ability to identify opportunities, build strategic partnerships, and translate them into sustainable business growth while supporting the organization’s long-term strategic objectives.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Business Development and Strategy
- Develop and implement the company's business development strategy and annual work plan.
- Identify new markets, clients, sectors, and growth opportunities.
- Conduct market and competitor analysis to support strategic decision-making.
- Maintain a strong pipeline of business opportunities.
- Client and Partnership Management
- Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients, investors, government agencies, development partners, and private sector stakeholders.
- Identify and establish strategic partnerships to expand business opportunities.
- Represent the organization at meetings, conferences, and networking events.
- Opportunity and Proposal Development
- Identify commercial projects, tenders, grants, and investment opportunities.
- Lead or coordinate the preparation of technical and financial proposals.
- Develop business cases, concept notes, and partnership agreements.
- Negotiate contracts and commercial terms with clients and partners.
- Market Intelligence and Business Growth
- Monitor industry trends, customer needs, and competitor activities.
- Recommend new products, services, or market expansion opportunities.
- Support branding and business promotion activities.
- Performance Monitoring and Reporting
- Track business development targets and key performance indicators.
- Prepare regular reports on pipeline status, business performance, and strategic opportunities.
- Maintain accurate records of client engagements and business opportunities.
- Expected deliverables for the role:
- Identify, develop, and manage new business opportunities that support the organization’s strategic growth.
- Support market expansion, partnership development, client acquisition, proposal development, investment facilitation, and revenue generation.
- Work closely with technical, operations, finance, and marketing teams to develop competitive solutions that meet client and market needs.
Expected Profile of Candidates
Qualifications:
- Master's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, Finance, Agribusiness, International Development, or a related field.
Skills & Knowledge:
General & Technical Skills
- Minimum 5–8 years of relevant experience in business development, sales, investment, consulting, or partnership management.
- Demonstrated experience in developing proposals, securing new business, and managing strategic partnerships.
- Experience working with the private sector, investors, financial institutions, or development organizations is highly desirable.
Independent Board of Director - Finance and Investment
Position Circumstances
- Career Category: Exec. / Management, Business Administration, Economics, Banking / Finance
- Schedule:Part-time
- Salary: Negotiable
Staff Category: Part-time (2-4 days per month)
Location: Hybrid
Contract period One year with possible for extension based on performance
Line of reporting Chairperson of the Board
As SOGE scales from a social and inclusive business into an impactful commercial enterprise ready to partner with global impact investors, we are seeking an Independent Board Director (IBoD) to join SOGE. The ideal candidate will provide independent oversight and strategic advice to the Board and Executive Management on corporate governance, financial performance, investment strategy, risk management and business growth. The IBoD will bring objective judgment and professional expertise to strengthen decision-making, enhance investor confidence and support the company’s long-term sustainability and investment readiness.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Corporate Governance
- Provide independent and objective oversight of the company's governance and strategic direction.
- Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and ethical standards.
- Promote transparency, accountability and sound corporate governance practices.
- Financial Oversight
- Review annual budgets, financial statements, cash flow and financial performance.
- Advise on financial planning, capital allocation and risk management.
- Monitor financial sustainability and business performance.
- Support management capacity building within the company.
- Investment and Growth Strategy
- Advise on fundraising, debt and equity financing, mergers, acquisitions and strategic partnerships.
- Review major investment proposals and capital expenditure plans.
- Support management in strengthening the company's investment readiness and long-term growth strategy.
- Risk Management
- Provide guidance on financial, operational, ESG and strategic risks.
- Review internal controls and risk mitigation measures.
- Support the development of effective governance and compliance systems.
- Board Engagement
- Attend Board and committee meetings and actively contribute to strategic discussions.
- Review Board papers and provide independent recommendations.
- Participate in key governance, audit, finance, or investment committees, where applicable.
- Advisory and Stakeholder Engagement
- Mentor senior management on strategic financial and investment matters.
- Leverage professional networks to facilitate partnerships, investors and business opportunities.
- Represent the company professionally when appropriate.
- Expected deliveries for the role:
- The successful candidate should be able to:
- Provide independent strategic advice to the Board and Executive Management.
- Review and endorse major financial and investment decisions.
- Strengthen governance and financial oversight.
- Support investor engagement and fundraising initiatives.
- Contribute to the company's sustainable growth and long-term value creation.
- Act in the best interests of the company and all shareholders.
- Maintain independence from management and avoid conflicts of interest.
- Exercise objective and impartial judgment.
- Comply with confidentiality, fiduciary and governance obligations.
Expected Profile of Candidates
Qualifications:
- Master's Degree in MBA, Finance, Economics is preferred
Skills & Knowledge:
General & Technical Skills
- professional qualifications (CPA, ACCA, CFA, CA) are highly desirable.
- Minimum 10–15 years of senior leadership experience in finance, investment, banking, private equity, corporate governance, or executive management.
- Previous experience serving on corporate boards or board committees is preferred.
- Demonstrated experience in investment transactions, fundraising, corporate finance, or strategic business growth.
- Experience with ESG, sustainability, or impact investing is an advantage.
