Job Opportunity – Security Supervisor at NAWEC

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📢 Job Vacancy – Security Supervisor at NAWEC

NAWEC is inviting applications from suitably qualified individuals for the position of Security Supervisor. The successful candidate will oversee and coordinate security operations across NAWEC facilities, ensuring the safety of staff, assets, and premises.

🗓️ Application Deadline: 30th November 2025 (Close of Business)
📨 How to Apply: Send your CV and cover letter in PDF format to recruitment@nawec.gm, referencing the position in the subject line.

📄 Download Full Job Advert (PDF):

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Updated Invitation for Prequalification – WASIB Medium-Term Works

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📄 Updated Invitation for Prequalification – WASIB Medium-Term Works

The deadline for submission of applications for prequalification under the Medium-Term Works of the Water Supply Project in the Greater Banjul Area (WASIB) has been extended to 21st November 2025 at 12:00 PM.
Interested eligible firms are invited to review the revised scope and updated timeline.

Download the updated ITB document (PDF):
Click here to download

For further inquiries, please contact:
📧 snyang@nawec.gm | osanneh@nawec.gm | sjagne@nawec.gm
📞 +220 3443037 / 9965712 / 7696572

The Gambia Launches National Energy Compact Under Mission 300

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The Gambia Launches National Energy Compact Under Mission 300

Banjul, 24th September 2025 – The Gambia has officially launched its National Energy Compact, a landmark achievement under Mission 300, the global initiative led by the World Bank Group, the African Development Bank, and partners to connect 300 million people in sub-Saharan Africa to electricity by 2030.

The Gambia Compact provides a strategic roadmap to achieve universal access to affordable, reliable, and sustainable electricity by 2030. Key priorities include:

  • Expanding power generation capacity, particularly through renewable energy.

  • Strengthening transmission and distribution networks for reliability.

  • Advancing policy and regulatory reforms to support sector growth.

  • Promoting regional power integration and cross-border trade.

  • Building climate resilience and fostering green growth.

The launch marks a milestone in the country’s energy transition journey, reflecting the commitment of the Government of The Gambia, NAWEC, MoPEM, development partners, and investors to transform the energy sector.

International stakeholders have already expressed strong interest in supporting the Compact, positioning The Gambia to mobilize resources and investments for sustainable energy access.

The Compact has been published online and can be accessed here:
👉 Read The Gambia Energy Compact

Or click this link to download a copy:

Gambia-Compact-M300

About Mission 300
Mission 300 is a joint initiative of the World Bank Group, African Development Bank, and partners to accelerate energy access across Africa by connecting 300 million people to electricity by 2030.

Specific Procurement Notice Invitation for Bids Small Works – Transformer Repair Workshop, Tools and Testing Equipment at Fajara T&D Booster – Extension of the Bids Submission deadline

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Specific Procurement Notice

Invitation for Bids
Small Works
(One-Envelope Bidding Process)

Employer: National Water and Electricity Company Limited
Project: Gambia Electricity System Reinforcement and Expansion
Project (GESREP)
Contract title: Transformer Repair Workshop, Tools and Testing Equipment at Fajara T&D Booster
Country: The Gambia
Loan No. / Grant No.: 5900155018402
Procurement Method: Open Competitive Bidding (International)
OCBI/LCB NO: NAWEC-GESREP-CW-03
Issued on: June 2nd , 2025

 

1. Reference to our Specific Procurement Notice for Transformer Repair Workshop, Tools and Testing Equipment at Fajara T&D Booster published on June 2, 2025, National Water and Electricity Company Limited hereby extend the Bids Submission deadline to August 11, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. and opening at 12:30 p.m.

NAWEC – KARPOWERSHIP CONTRACT ENDS 2ND MAY 2025

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

2nd May 2025

The National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC) formally announces the conclusion of its contractual agreement with Karpowership, effective today 2nd May, 2025.

Since 2018, Karpowership has played a pivotal role in The Gambia’s electricity sector, supplying a significant portion of the country’s energy needs through its floating power plant. We sincerely appreciate the dedication, professionalism, and collaboration that Karpowership has demonstrated throughout the years.

As part of The Gambia Energy Road Map 2022–2040, NAWEC is transitioning towards greater energy independence, including the reactivation of its own generators and the continued expansion of sustainable domestic energy sources. While this marks the end of our formal engagement with Karpowership, we recognize and value the partnership that has contributed to The Gambia’s energy sector over the years.

NAWEC assures the public that measures are in place to minimize disruptions and maintain stable electricity supply during this transition.

Further updates will be provided, as necessary.

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Communications Unit

Specific Procurement Notice – Supply of Prepaid Single Phase Smart AMI Energy Meter and 3 Phase 4 Wire Direct Connected Static Smart AMI Prepayment Trivector Energy Meter with Associated Accessories for Service Connections

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Specific Procurement Notice

___________________________________________________

Invitation for Bids [IFB]

Goods

(One-Envelope Bidding Process)

IFB Number:               GESREP/GO/001/BIS

Purchaser:                   National Water & Electricity Company Limited (NAWEC)

Project:                        Gambia Electricity System Reinforcement and Expansion Project

Contract title:              Supply of Prepaid Single Phase Smart AMI Energy Meter and 3 Phase 4 Wire Direct Connected Static Smart AMI Prepayment Trivector Energy Meter with Associated Accessories for Service Connections

Country:                      The Gambia

Loan No. / Grant No.:

Procurement Method: Open Competitive Bidding (International)                                                                         (OCBI)

OCBI / LCB No:           GESREP/GO/001/BIS

Issued on:                    22nd April 2025

 

  1. The Government of The Gambia has received financing from the African Development Bank (AfDB) hereinafter called the Bank toward the cost of the Gambia Electricity System Reinforcement and Expansion Project and intends to apply part of the proceeds toward payments under the contracts for Supply of 30,000 Prepaid Meters with associated Accessories for Service Connections. For this contract, the Borrower shall process the payments using the Direct Payment disbursement method, as defined in the Bank’s Disbursement Guidelines and procedures for Investment Project Financing.
  2. The National Water and Electricity Company Limited (NAWEC) now invites sealed Bids from eligible Bidders for:

Supply of 30,000 Single Phase Smart AMI Energy Meter and 3 Phase 4 Wire Direct Connected Static Smart AMI Prepayment Trivector Energy Meter with associated Accessories for Service Connections;

Service Connection Cables for Single and Three Phase Meters – Low Voltage (230VAC)

  • Single Phase Aluminum Cables (2 x 16 mm2)
  • Three Phase Aluminum Cables (4 x 25 mm2)
  • Insulation Piercing Connector
  • Anchoring Clamp for Single Phase
  • Anchoring Clamp for Three Phase
  • Cables Clips with Nail
  • Operating Roto Seals
  1. Bidders may Bid for one or more Items, Lots or Packages, as applicable and, as further defined in the bidding document. Bidders wishing to offer discounts in case they are awarded more than one Items, Lots or Packages as applicable will be allowed to do so, provided those discounts are included in the Letter of Bid.

 

  1. Bidding will be conducted through the Open Competitive Bidding (International), (OCBI) method as specified in the Bank’s Procurement Framework2 October 2015, and is open to all eligible bidders as defined in the Procurement Framework.

 

  1. Interested eligible Bidders may obtain further information from National Water & Electricity Company, attention Haddy Njie, email hnjie@nawec.gm and inspect the bidding document during office hours. 0800 to 1600 hours at the address given below.

 

  1. The bidding document in English language may be purchased by interested eligible Bidders upon the submission of a written application to the address below and upon payment of a nonrefundable fee of US$300. The method of payment will be electronic transfer. The document will be sent by email.

 

  1. Bids must be delivered to the address below on or before 12:00 p.m of bid submission deadline of May 27th 2025. Electronic Bidding will not be permitted. Late Bids will be rejected. Bids will be publicly opened in the presence of the Bidders’ designated representatives and anyone who chooses to attend at the address below on bid submission deadline of

 

  1. All Bids must be accompanied by a Bid Security of US$52,000.00

 

  1. Attention is drawn to the Procurement Framework requiring the Borrower to disclose information on the successful bidder’s beneficial ownership, as part of the Contract Award Notice, using the Beneficial Ownership Disclosure Form as included in the bidding document.

 

  1. The address(es) referred to above is (are):

 

Attention: Mrs. Haddy Njie – Project Coordinator

Address: National Water & Electricity Company Limited

Project Implementation Unit

Emporium III Building, Fajara

114 Kairaba Avenue

The Gambia

Tel: +220 3664125 / 3182113/ 7009342

Electronic mail address: hnjie@nawec.gm, mfsanyang@nawec.gm

Selection of Consulting Services for: Gender Expert Recruitment

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Letter of Invitation

RFP No: NAWEC/WASIB/GC-2024-01

The Office Managing Director National Water and Electricity Company Ltd         

PO BOX 609   53 Mamadi Maniyang Highway kanifing, Banjul, The Gambia

Dear Mr./Ms.:

  1. The National Water and Electricity company Ltd (hereinafter called “Client“) has received financing from Agence Française de Développement (“AFD“) toward the cost of THE WASIB PROJECT The Client intends to apply a portion of the proceeds of this financing to eligible payments under the Contract for which this Request for Proposals is issued.
  2. The Client now invites Proposals to provide the following consulting services (hereinafter called “Services“): Implementation of Gender Action Plan of WASIB PROJECT. More details on the Services are provided in the Terms of Reference (Section VII).
  3. The RFP includes the following documents:
  • Section I ‑ Instructions to Consultants (ITC)
  • Section II – Data Sheet
  • Section III – Technical Proposal – Standard forms
  • Section IV – Financial Proposal – Standard forms
  • Section V – Eligibility Criteria
  • Section VI – AFD’s Policy – prohibited practices – Environmental and Social Responsibility
  • Section VII ‑ Terms of Reference (TORs)
  • Section VIII – Conditions of Contract and Contract forms
  1. Interested eligible Consultants may obtain further information from and request for the complete Request for Proposal Documents at the office of The Office of the Managing Director, National Water and Electricity Company Ltd, PO BOX 609 53 Mamadi Maniyang Highway kanifing, Banjul, The Gambia.

Telephone: 00220-9965712/9966691 or by Email at: osanneh@nawec.gm, snyang@nawec.gm,  masambou@nawec.gm

  1. That you have received the Letter of Invitation; and
  2. Whether you intend to submit a Proposal alone or intend to enhance your experience by requesting permission to associate with other firm(s) (if permissible under Section II, Data Sheet 14.1.1).
  3. The provisions in the Instructions to Consultants and in the General Conditions of Contract are the provisions of AFD’s Standard Procurement Documents: Selection of Consultants.
  4. Proposals must be delivered to the above office on or before 12:00pm on 07th May 2025.
  5. Proposals will be opened in the presence of Consulatants’ representatives who choose to attend at 12:30pm at the above office on 07th May 2025..
  6. Further details on the Proposal’s submission are provided in Sub-Clause 17.9 of the ITC.

 

Yours sincerely,

Gallo Saidy

Managing Director

National Water and Electricity Company Limited (NAWEC)

PRESS RELEASE: NAWEC COMMISSIONS NEW SWITCHING STATION IN FARAFENNI

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PRESS RELEASE

NAWEC COMMISSIONS NEW SWITCHING STATION IN FARAFENNI

Farafenni, 7th April 2025 – The National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC) is pleased to announce the successful commissioning and energization of the newly constructed switching station in Farafenni, North Bank Region. This milestone marks a critical milestone under the GERMP Backbone Access Project Phase 2 financed by EIB,EU and WB.

The new switching station, is a critical upgrade that enables improved power distribution, system flexibility, and reduced losses across the region. Before this development, the network operated on a 33kV line with limited capacity and significant constraints. The new infrastructure allows for efficient power importation and facilitates easier isolation during faults or maintenance, enhancing reliability for residents and businesses from Farafenni to Kerewan and Barra/Amdalai.

This new infrastructure, implemented through NAWEC’ s Project Implementation Unit, significantly enhances power reliability across the North Bank Region, ensuring quality delivery and timely execution.

Commissioning works were completed on 7th April, 2025, and electricity supply has been fully restored to all affected areas. NAWEC will continue to monitor the system to maintain stability and optimal performance.

Stay tuned as similar milestones will soon be realized in Bangally and Basse, further enhancing regional connectivity and access to reliable electricity.

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (REOI) – ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL SAFEGUARDS SPECIALIST

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Projects Implementation Unit (PIU).

National Water and Electricity Company.

53, Mamadi Maniyang Highway,

P.O. Box 609, Kanifing,

The Gambia

 

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (REOI)

(CONSULTING SERVICES – Environmental and Social Safeguards Specialist)

 REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

(CONSULTING SERVICES – INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT)

ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL SAFEGUARDS SPECIALIST

Country: GAMBIA

Project: The Gambia Electricity System Rehabilitation and Expansion Project (GESREP)

Sector: POWER

Project ID No.: P-GM-FA0-004

 

The Government of the Gambia has received a grant from the African Development Bank for the implementation of The Gambia Electricity System Rehabilitation and Expansion Project (GESREP).

The implementation of the Project activities will lead to potential environmental and social risk and impacts which must be managed. The Project is being prepared under the AfDB ISS as well as the Gambian national law on the management of E&S risks and impacts.

Part of the Grant is to be used for Project Implementation Management, and more specifically, for funding the services of an Environmental and Social Safeguards Specialist (Consultant) to support the implementation of the Project by ensuring that the project is implemented in compliance with The Gambia’s environmental and social policies, regulations and laws as well as in conformity with the requirements of the financing agreement with the AfDB (the financier) including the provisions of the Bank’s Integrated Safeguards System.

This Request for Expression (REOI) is for the selection of an Individual Consultant.

Scope of the Services

In accordance with the project objectives, the environmental and social safeguards specialist shall conduct the activities below:

  1. Coordinate and closely work with the project coordinator, consultants, contractors in the implementation of the Project ESMP (and all other associated E&S management plans that may need to be prepared throughout the life of the project) that will be translated into the contractor’s ESMP (C-ESMP) for the different work lots.
  2. Ensure thorough stakeholder consultations are undertaken during the implementation of the project and documented.
  3. Oversee the execution of Independent Annual Environmental and Social performance Audits, review the reports, ensure submission to the Bank in a timely manner and monitoring/ reporting on the implementation of the corrective action plan.
  4. Ensure the project Grievance Redress Mechanism (including community and workers grievance redress committees) are fully operationalised, with grievances monitored and closed out in a timely manner.
  5. Track HSE indicators (timely notification of accidents/ incidents, lost time injury (LTIs) and near misses, etc) and prepare root-cause-analysis reports and monitor implementation of corrective action plans
  6. Follow up and check that all the required ESHS and other required national permits/licenses/certificates are obtained by the contractor from the relevant institutions before commencement of any construction work.
  7. Provide professional input to TORs developed by the project team to ensure environmental and social management clauses as well as gender requirements for the project are inserted into bidding/binding contract documents and ensure that E&S clauses and requirements in contractor’s contract are implemented adequately.
  8. Liaise with the National Environmental Authority (NEA) and other relevant parties on environment and social management issues; and contribute to the E&S section of the Project Implementation Manual which sets the guidelines for the implementation, monitoring and reporting required of the various safeguard instruments.
  9. Hold regular safeguards review meetings with PIU, consultants, contractors, implementing partners and carry out regular site visits to monitor implementation of the safeguard instruments.
  10. Liaise with relevant authorities, government agencies and ministries to ensure adequate implementation of all requirements in line with AfDB and The Gambia environmental and social safeguard policies, requirements, and laws.
  11. Provide technical and problem-solving support and selective training to stakeholders responsible for implementation of safeguard processes and measures.
  12. As required, undertake capacity development of relevant stakeholders during project implementation with respect to planning and implementation of environmental safeguards, including conduct of project awareness, communication, and sensitization activities.
  13. Responsible for the evaluation processes (environmental and social aspects) for the contractor(s) of the project.
  14. Prepare and submit timely and regular periodic quarterly E&S reports summarizing the status of implementation of all E&S measures associated with the project. The Bank can share a template.
  15. Prepare TORs for the recruitment of consultants for all environmental and social related tasks in the approved project appraisal report
  16. Perform any other duty assigned by the Project Coordinator.

Duration of Assignment:

The assignment shall be for a period of two years subject to a probation period of six months, and renewable subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. The Environmental and Social Safeguards Specialist will be stationed full-time on the project site in The Gambia

Qualifications & Experience

i. The Environmental and Social Safeguards Specialist should have a master’s degree in environmental sciences, natural resource management or social sciences from a recognized University/Institution

ii. At least 5 years professional experience as Environmental or Social Specialist in similar projects with technical knowledge in both environmental and social safeguards processes

iii. She/He must have significant practical 3 years’ experience with the AfDB’s environmental and social operational safeguards requirements and policies and/or the World Bank ESF or the IFC Performance Standards evidenced from similar work carried out in the past works.

iv. Experience in occupation health and safety management in energy projects of similar scale funded by AfDB or other MDBs

v. Demonstrable experience in mainstreaming gender in project implementation will be an added advantage

vi. Able to make timely and quality judgement and decisions

vii. Able to identify safeguard compliance issues and propose strategies for assuring compliance, providing sound advice on the design and implementation of mitigation strategies in areas of risk where necessary.

viii. Computer Literacy in Microsoft applications

ix. Able to provide guidance on negotiation and conflict resolution processes.

x. Excellent communication skills, interpersonal and teamwork abilities, including proven ability to work cohesively with senior officials.

The National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC) of the Ministry of Petroleum and Energy, in the Republic of Gambia now invites eligible consultants to indicate their interest in providing these services.

Interested individual consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the services: (i) evidence of delivering on similar assignments (brochures, description of similar assignments; (ii) experience in similar conditions; (iii) availability of appropriate and relevant skills, etc.

Eligibility criteria, establishment of the short-list and the selection procedure shall be in accordance with the African Development Bank’s “Procurement Policy and Methodology for Bank Funded Operations, October 2015”, which is available on the Bank’s website at http://www.afdb.org.

Interested consultants may obtain further information at the address below during office hours or click on the link below to download the Terms of Reference (ToR).

TOR ES Officer

Expressions of interest including relevant supporting documents must be delivered to the address below by 26th March 2025 not later than 12:30 p.m. local time and must be specifically marked: Consulting Services – Environmental and Social Safeguards Specialist and Addressed To:

Attention:  Mrs. Haddy Njie – Project Coordinator

Address: National Water & Electricity Company Limited

Project Implementation Unit

Emporium III Building, Fajara

114 Kairaba Avenue

The Gambia

Tel: +220 3664125 / 3182113

Electronic mail address: hnjie@nawec.gm, mfsanyang@nawec.gm

 

Job Vacancy – Health, Safety & Environment Officer

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JOB OPENING AT NAWEC

NAWEC is pleased to invite suitably qualified persons to submit applications for the vacant position of Health, Safety & Environment Officer. We are looking for a dynamic, forward looking and performance driven professional who has a strong understanding of health, safety and evironmental measures.

The successful candidate could look forward to joining a team of highly dedicated and competent group of employees who are currently playing a critical role in reinforcing a culture of safety and compliance within NAWEC.

Details of the role are specified below:

Position Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Officer
Role Summary Responsible for implimenting all health,safety and environmental policies, procedures and guidelines of NAWEC. Ensuring a safe work environment for employees, and reducing the impact of operations on the people and the  environment.
Reporting Relationships HSE Manager
Duties and Responsibilities ·       Support the implimentation of health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures.

·       Ensure employees and contractors complies with all applicable local and relevant international HSE standards.

·       Conduct regular health and safety inspections in various workplaces with proper reporting.

·       Liaise with HR Department and arrange HSE inductions for newly employed staff.

·       Ensure office documentations are well organised and secured at all times.

·       Ensure office documentation such as reporting forms are available to all staff through departmental safety representatives at all time.

·       Participate in accident reporting and investigation activities.

·       Take part in departmental safety awareness activities such as Tool Box Talks and staff briefings.

·       Coordinate emergency response exercises, including evacuation procedures, fire safety protocols, and first similations.

·       Take care of all safety equipment and devices including coorinating annual fire extinguisher preventive maintenance program.

·       Ensure first aid equipment are in place and adequatelt maintained or replinished when required.

·       Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changing regulations that may affect NAWEC’s HSE performance.

·       Ensure preventive maintenance of safety equipment and that safe systems of work are adheared to in the workplace.

·       Keep a sound interest in general health and safety enforcement.

·       Participate in environmental sustainability initiatives relevant to the work of NAWEC.

·       Act on any other directives from senior management.
Requirements and Qualifications ·       BSc in Occupational Health and Safety Management or a related science field such as Public and Environmental Health or Engineering

·       5 years’ experience in Workplace Health, Safety & Environment Management

·       NEBOSH Certificate in Health and Safety Management or equivalent would be an added advantage.
Salary Grade Grade D of the NAWEC integrated Pay Scale
 
Competancy Detail
Interpersonal Able to work with various teams to impliment health and safety functions in various functions of the organisation
Conceptual Have an analytical mind and be able to think through issues to bring more productivity in the overall management of HSE in the organisation
Communication Be an excellent communicator.Ability to conduct safety inductions ,trainings and toolbox talks
Confidentiality Consciousness of confidentiality issues in relation to Workplcae Health, Safety & Environment Management
Ethics High sense of discipline towards work and Good Team Spirit
Management Skills Team management and ability to work under pressure
Results oriented Achievement oriented and ability to deliver effectively on time

 

The Rewards:  NAWEC has restructured its rewards package and can offer an attractive salary and other benefits for the right person.

How to Apply. Please send an e-mail to recruitment@nawec.gm referencing the position being applied for along with a curriculum vitae and cover letter, as attachments.

Closing date for receipt of applications is 1st March 2025, by close of business.