Isac Tsamba

In my role as Project Manager and Renewable Energy Specialist at Electricidade de Moçambique, I am responsible for planning, coordinating and monitoring utility-scale renewable-energy and transmission infrastructure projects. My responsibilities include managing project schedules, budgets and risks; preparing Terms of Reference and bidding documents; coordinating procurement and bid evaluation processes; supervising consultants and contractors; reviewing technical, grid-integration, environmental and social studies; and managing contracts, deliverables, payments, variations and claims.
I also coordinate multidisciplinary teams and serve as a focal point between EDM, government institutions, development partners, regulators, investors, local authorities and affected communities. I ensure that projects comply with national legislation, donor procurement requirements, technical standards and environmental and social safeguards.
My key achievements include managing projects under Mozambique’s Renewable Energy Auction Programme PROLER from feasibility studies and competitive procurement to contract negotiations and financial close. I also manage the procurement process for the Namaacha–Boane Transmission Line and Associated Infrastructure Project, financed by the African Development Bank. In addition, I have contributed to the development of utility-scale solar PV, wind power, floating solar, battery energy storage and rural electrification projects across Mozambique.
Throughout my career, I have strengthened my expertise in project management, procurement, contract negotiation, financial modelling and stakeholder coordination. My work has contributed to the preparation and implementation of sustainable energy projects that support Mozambique’s energy transition and expand access to reliable electricity.

As a Renewable Energy Analyst at FUNAE the Energy Fund of Mozambique I was responsible for supporting the planning, design, procurement and implementation of rural electrification projects, with particular emphasis on solar photovoltaic and off-grid energy systems.
My responsibilities included conducting site assessments, analysing community energy needs, preparing technical designs and specifications, developing Terms of Reference and tender documents, and supporting the procurement and evaluation of contractors and suppliers. I also participated in contract negotiations, supervised construction and installation activities, monitored project schedules and quality requirements, and verified compliance with technical, safety and environmental standards.
I worked closely with contractors, consultants, suppliers, local authorities and beneficiary communities to facilitate project implementation and resolve technical and logistical challenges. I also assessed completed projects, prepared technical reports and recommendations, and supported quality-assurance activities, internal audits and supplier-performance monitoring.
A key achievement was contributing to the electrification of ten rural villages using stand-alone solar PV systems. I supported the projects from preparation of international EPC tenders through contract management and construction supervision. My work contributed to expanding access to electricity in underserved communities while strengthening FUNAE’s experience in implementing decentralised renewable-energy solutions.

Determine project feasibility by estimating materials costs and sourcing requirements.
Control engineering activities to maintain work standards, adhere to timelines and meet quality assurance targets.
Conduct inspections of finished constructions.