PHILIPPINES: TECHNOLOGY READINESS CONSULTANT

Global Green Growth Institute Philippines; Pateros; Hybrid; PHP 49,904,000 - 65,481,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Green Growth Institute Philippines seeks a Technology Readiness Consultant to assess readiness for energy-efficient NPU-based AI accelerator deployment within a Philippine company. The role involves market and stakeholder assessments, baseline energy analysis, and technical readiness reviews, with a focus on pilot preparation and stakeholder workshops.

The assignment runs Sept 2026–Dec 2026 (35 days) with travel as needed, reporting to the Project Manager.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Energy Management, or related field.
• Advanced degree is a strong plus.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market and stakeholder assessment for pilot readiness.
• Perform baseline energy and operational assessment of data center and AI workloads.
• Assess technology readiness and deployment feasibility of NPU-based AI accelerators.
• Prepare Pilot Demonstration Concept Note and organize stakeholder validation workshop.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

English writing

Education

Engineering / CS / IT / Energy Management or related field

Job description

PHILIPPINES: TECHNOLOGY READINESS CONSULTANT

Please note that the deadline is based on Korean Standard Time Zone (KST, UTC+9)

INTRODUCTION TO GGGI

The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies. To learn more please visit web page.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Job title:

Technology Readiness Consultant

Project:

Promoting Energy-Efficient AI Accelerator Technology in Data Centers for Climate Mitigation (EAI-DC Project)

Duty station:

Manila; Home-based / on-site, with travel if needed

Contract duration:

September 2026 – December 2026 (35 days)

Contract type:

Level 3

Total fees:

USD 5,000

PROJECT BACKGROUND

Background

The Philippines is experiencing rapid growth in data centers, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence (AI) applications, resulting in increasing energy demand and greenhouse gas emissions. The EAI-DC Project seeks to promote the deployment of energy-efficient Neural Processing Unit (NPU)-based AI accelerator provided by Korean technology as an alternative to conventional GPU-based AI systems.

As an initial phase of the project, GGGI intends to undertake a rapid assessment to identify a suitable Philippine company for pilot testing and assess the technical, operational, and commercial readiness for deployment of the technology. The results will serve as the basis for accelerated innovative technology transfer, a future demonstration project, and investment mobilization activities.

OBJECTIVE

The objective of this consultancy is to assess the readiness of introducing energy efficient NPU-based AI accelerator technology in a selected Philippine company and prepare the technical and commercial groundwork necessary for a pilot demonstration.

SCOPE OF WORK

The Consultant shall undertake the following activities:

Task 1. Market and Stakeholder Assessment

• Review the Philippine data center and AI infrastructure market.
• Identify potential pilot companies, including:
• Data center operators;
• Cloud service providers;
• AI solution providers;
• Enterprises operating AI-intensive workloads.
• Conduct consultations with key stakeholders including DOE, DOST, DICT industry associations, and prospective host companies.
• Develop selection criteria and recommend one priority pilot company.

Task 2. Baseline Energy and Operational Assessment

• Conduct a site assessment.
• Collect available operational and energy consumption data.
• Review existing AI computing infrastructure and workloads.
• Establish baseline energy consumption and operational performance indicators.
• Identify key challenges and opportunities for NPU deployment.

Task 3. Technology Readiness and Deployment Assessment

• Review technical specifications provided by Korean technologies.
• Assess compatibility of the selected company's systems with the proposed NPU technology.
• Identify hardware, software, operational, and data requirements.
• Assess expected energy efficiency improvements and operational benefits.
• Identify risks, barriers, and mitigation measures for pilot implementation.

Task 4. Pilot Demonstration Preparation

• Develop a Pilot Demonstration Concept Note including:
• Proposed pilot scope;
• Technology configuration;
• Resource requirements;
• Monitoring indicators;
• Roles and responsibilities;
• Preliminary implementation timeline.
• Organize a stakeholder validation workshop to present preliminary findings and the draft Pilot Demonstration Concept Note, and incorporate feedback.
• Recommend next steps toward demonstration and scale-up.

DELIVERABLES AND PAYMENT SCHEDULE

Deliverables

D1. Inception Report

Methodology, workplan, stakeholder mapping, pilot selection criteria

Week 2

D2. 1) Baseline Assessment Report, 2) One-pager overview of market landscape

Market assessment, stakeholder consultations, shortlist of pilot companies, baseline energy and operational assessment

End of Month 2

D3. 1) Technology Readiness Report, 2) Pilot Demonstration Concept Note, PPT Deck

Technical feasibility assessment, deployment requirements, pilot concept note, recommendations for technology testing and future demonstration

End of Month 4

Expected Outputs

1. Shortlisting and engagement of up to three (3) potential pilot companies.
2. Selection of one (1) priority company for pilot testing.
3. Baseline energy and operational assessment of the selected company.
4. Preliminary assessment of technical compatibility with Korea-based NPU technology.
5. Pilot Demonstration Concept Note suitable for use in securing future demonstration funding and technology deployment.
6. A stakeholder validation workshop to present findings and gather feedback on the draft concept note.

The Consultant shall report directly to the Project Manager of GGGI Philippines and coordinate closely with Korean technology providers, DOE, DOST, DICT and participating private sector companies.

Payment Schedule

• D1. Inception Report – 20% (USD 1,000)
• D2. 1) Baseline Assessment Report, 2) One-pager overview of market landscape – 40% (USD 2,000)
• D3. 1) Technology Readiness Report, 2) Pilot Demonstration Concept Note, PPT Deck – 40% (USD 2,000)
• Total Contract Amount – USD 5,000

DEGREE OF EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Energy Management, or related field. An dvanced degree is a stong plus.
• At least 5 (preferably 7) years of professional experience in:
• Technology assessment;
• Energy efficiency;
• Digital infrastructure;
• AI computing systems.
• Demonstrated experience conducting technical feasibility assessments.
• Familiarity with data center energy management and energy efficiency technologies.
• Experience engaging private sector stakeholders and preparing pilot projects.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills in English.

Child protection– GGGI is committed to child protection, irrespective of whether any specific area of work involves direct contact with children. GGGI’s Child Protection Policy is written in accordance with the Convention on the Rights of the Child.