The feasibility study should advise on the following areas for all 3 target countries:
Minimum of 3 locations for the facility
Estimated total startup costs
Estimated monthly/annual running costs over a 3 – 5 year period, including a breakdown of all costs, based on various volume scenarios.
Lead times and price walks for raw materials from China to the respective country
Snapshot of the business environment, local labor laws, and possible tax benefits
Political and legal implications
Roles & Responsibilities:
Carry out a manufacturing feasibility study for 3 target countries in West Africa (Nigeria, Ghana, and Cote d’Ivoire) and present a final report with a series of robust recommendations.
Identify and liaise with suitable stakeholders (utility companies, government ministries, private companies, sector associations, labor unions, and other manufacturing companies)
Research possible duty and tax benefits for new manufacturing companies
Develop comprehensive budgets for a 3-5 year period
Work in close collaboration with BURN’s Chief Operating Officer, Expansion Manager, and local staff in the 3 target countries
Past experience working on manufacturing case studies is desired.
Requirements:
Any previous experience with clean energy and working on manufacturing case studies would be considered an added advantage but not a pre-requisite.