Job Description

Solar Power System Trainer

Number of positions: 1

Duration: 40 working days

Location: Duhok Governorate

Publishing date: 30th June 2025

Deadline of submission: 7th July 2025

 

About Us

The Lotus Flower is a non-governmental organization which empowers vulnerable women and girls so The Lotus Flower is a non-governmental organisation which is legally registered in the Federal Government of Baghdad and KRI. The Lotus Flower programs empower vulnerable women, girls and other community members  so that they are safe, have opportunities to learn, the tools to become financially independent and the freedom to lead change. We provide safe social spaces inside refugee & IDP camps and implement projects to help them rebuild their lives and earn a living. We run multiple women’s and children centers for the IDP, refugee and host community in Iraq and have mobile teams in areas where static centers are not feasible.

The Lotus Flower services work to fill resource gaps by providing community-responsive programming which changes over time in response to feedback but revolves around 6 pillars from the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals:

  • Health & Safety (including MHPSS)

  • Education and Livelihoods

  • Peacebuilding & Human Rights

  • Climate Change

We aim to provide a foundation for women, girls, and other needed community members  to rebuild themselves, their families, and their futures. As local implementers, we work at the grassroots level to get right into the heart of communities, listening to local needs and employing local communities to implement the programs. 

Our main fundamental belief is that women and girls are powerful drivers of change, and we provide the support they need to reach their full potential and rebuild their futures. We strive for a world where they are safe from violence, free to access education, and are empowered to participate in their communities to drive social and economic change from within. We are investing in the future of women and girls because they play a vital role in resurrecting and strengthening communities. As local implementers, we work at the grassroots level to get right into the heart of communities. To ensure we meet their needs, we listen to the local community and employ local women to implement the programs.

The Lotus Flower has been widely recognized for its impactful and innovative work in advancing women's rights, economic empowerment, and justice for survivors. In 2021, the organization was honored with the CARE International Partnership Award, a prestigious recognition granted every four years to celebrate the professionalism and commitment of CARE’s global partners. Further affirming its dedication to women’s economic independence, The Lotus Flower received the IValues Award from the Friedrich Naumann Foundation under the “Economy and Jobs” category for the success and significance of its Women’s Business Incubation project. The organization also gained international acclaim through the PILnet Global Partnership Award for its groundbreaking initiative “Accountability for Yazidi Survivors of Atrocities by Da’esh,” which was recognized as one of the best cross-sectoral pro bono legal collaborations worldwide. Additionally, The Lotus Flower was a proud recipient of the UNHCR Innovation Award in 2022, further highlighting its commitment to delivering creative, impactful solutions for vulnerable communities.

1. Background

As part of empower young women and promote green livelihoods, The Lotus Flower is implementing a 40-day vocational training program in Solar Power System targeting 25 girls. The program aims to equip participants with technical knowledge and practical skills in solar energy systems, installation, maintenance, and safety. Supporting their entry into clean energy jobs or entrepreneurship.

 

2. Objective of the Training

To deliver hands-on, practical training on solar power systems, with a focus on installation, operation, troubleshooting, and safety procedures, preparing participants for employment or self-employment in the renewable energy sector.

 

3. Trainer Responsibilities

  1. Curriculum Development

    • Design and develop a structured 40-day training curriculum tailored to solar power systems.

    • Include theoretical and practical components: solar basics, system design, installation, battery/inverter setup, troubleshooting, and maintenance.

 

  1. Training Delivery

    • Conduct engaging and interactive training sessions using practical, demonstrations, and field simulations.

    • Ensure all trainees gain practical, hands-on experience with real equipment (solar panels, inverters, batteries, charge controllers, etc.).

  2. Assessment & Evaluation

    • Conduct pre- and post-training knowledge assessments.

    • Monitor trainees' progress through practical exercises and daily evaluations.

    • Support trainees in completing a small individual or group project (e.g., designing and installing a small solar system).

  3. Safety and Quality Assurance

    • Emphasize safety procedures and proper handling of tools and electrical components.

    • Train participants in quality standards and sustainability practices in solar energy.

  4. Mentorship & Support

    • Provide ongoing support to participants during the training.

    • Encourage teamwork, problem-solving, and confidence building.

    • Motivate participants to consider career or entrepreneurship paths in the solar energy field.

  5. Reporting & Documentation

    • Maintain records of attendance, progress, and assessments.

    • Submit weekly updates to the project team.

    • Prepare and submit a final training report summarizing achievements, challenges, and recommendations.

  6. Professional Conduct

    • Maintain a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment.

    • Ensure safeguarding and gender-sensitive practices at all times.

    • Adhere to the values and code of conduct of The Lotus Flower organization.

 

4. Required Qualifications and Experience

  • Technical degree or professional certification in Renewable Energy, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in solar power systems, including installation and maintenance.

  • At least 2 years of experience in delivering technical or vocational training.

  • Strong facilitation skills and experience working with women and young girls.

  • Knowledge of safety protocols and national/international solar standards.

  • Language: Fluent in [Arabic/Kurdish/English] as required.

HOW TO APPLY:

 Please send your updated CV with the documents mentioned below to “careers@thelotusflower.org” while mentioning

“Solar Power System Trainer” as the subject of your email.

Documents to be attached:

  • Updated CV

  • Proposed training outline or methodology

  • At least one sample or reference of previous similar work

  • TOT Certificate is a plus

  • Application that do not include the subject line will not be considered.

  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

  • Applications past the expiration date of the advertisement will not be considered.