Volunteer Role: Geothermal Energy Adviser, New Britain, Papua New Guinea

New Zealand’s Volunteers Service Abroad has published an open volunteer role for a Geothermal Energy Adviser.

Use your geothermal experience to improve energy security and enable sustainable development in East New Britain.

Working alongside the Mineral Resource Authority’s Geological Survey Division, you will provide technical support, help review current processes and offer advice on areas for improvement. As part of a 3-year partnership with The Pacific Community (SPC), you will primarily provide technical and procedural support for geothermal energy development, including data collection, analysis, and mapping. Through on-the-job coaching and training you will help transfer your technical skills to Division staff, enabling them to better support the development and utilisation of geothermal resources for electricity generation.

This assignment offers an opportunity to make a sustainable impact on the energy landscape in Papua New Guinea.

Details:

• Closing Date: 04 Feb 2018
• Interview: 9 & 10 March 2018
• Pre-depature Briefing: 9 to 12 May 2018 (dependent on availability of course places)
• Expected Start Date: Mid 2018
• Assignment Number: 41010
• Duration: 2-years
• Location: Kokopo, East New Britain, Papua New Guinea

Details:

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• Apply Online

We are looking for a volunteer with:

• Bachelor of Science/geological sciences and/or geothermal energy
• A good understanding and at least three years’ practical experience of geology, geophysics and geothermal energy
• Excellent computer skills, particularly with GIS software, and other relevant software
• Ability to provide on the job mentoring in areas such as geothermal energy processes and procedures

VSA volunteers receive a living allowance and accommodation, insurance, and medical costs are provided. Travel arrangements are organised and funded by VSA along with other costs.

Source: VSA New Zealand

Alexander Richter

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