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Workforce GEDSI Gap Analysis Questionnaire

For DisCos, DER Developers, Energy Training Institutions and Policymakers.

Conducted by: APWEN, Nigeria in partnership with Glasgow Caledonian University.

Purpose: This questionnaire is part of a UK-PACT (Partnering for Accelerated Climate Transition) funded study aimed at understanding institutional readiness to host inclusive training hubs for clean energy transition technologies. Your insights are crucial for understanding the regulatory and policy landscape that influences workforce diversity in the energy sector. This survey aims to identify existing policy frameworks, systemic barriers, and potential solutions that could enhance the participation of women, youth, and persons with disabilities in Nigeria's clean energy transition and ATC&C loss reduction initiatives. The findings will inform the development of evidence-based recommendations for policy reforms that support inclusive workforce development in the energy sector. Your responses will remain confidential and will be used solely for research and policy advocacy purposes.

 

To ensure that everyone can participate fully, this survey follows UK-PACT's Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) principles:

  • You may request this questionnaire in alternative formats, such as Braille, large print, or audio. If you require the survey in a different format, please contact the GEDSI local enumerator.
  • Translators or interpreters can assist you in completing the questionnaire in your preferred local language.
  • If you prefer NOT to complete the survey online, a hard-copy version is available.
  • Persons with disabilities can receive support to complete the form, including screen readers, sign-language interpretation, or other assistive devices.
  • If any question makes you uncomfortable, you may SKIP it or STOP at any time.

 

Confidentiality: Your responses are completely confidential. No personal identifying information will be shared.

Time Required: Approximately 10-15 minutes.

Consent: By continuing with this survey, you consent to participate in this research.

Facilitator Guidance: Enumerators should ensure all respondents are informed about the available accessibility options before beginning the survey. Ask whether the respondent would prefer:

  • A translated version (Hausa, Yoruba, Igbo, or other local dialect).
  • An oral reading of questions for low-literacy participants.
  • Assistance from a support person, interpreter, or caregiver.
  • A physical (paper) copy instead of a digital device.
Respondent information
This section about the Respondent's information and organizational details

Name of Your Organisation:*

Name of Your Organisation:*

Organisation Type:

Organisation Type:

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Section A: Organisational Demographics and Current Workforce Composition
A2. Washington Group Questions (WGQs) for Disability Identification
Introduction: The following questions ask about difficulties you may have doing certain activities because of a HEALTH PROBLEM.

A2.1 Do you have difficulty seeing, even if wearing glasses?

A2.1 Do you have difficulty seeing, even if wearing glasses?

A2.2 Do you have difficulty hearing, even if using a hearing aid?

A2.2 Do you have difficulty hearing, even if using a hearing aid?

A2.3 Do you have difficulty walking or climbing steps?

A2.3 Do you have difficulty walking or climbing steps?

A2.4 Do you have difficulty remembering or concentrating?

A2.4 Do you have difficulty remembering or concentrating?

A2.5 Do you have difficulty with self-care, such as washing all over or dressing?

A2.5 Do you have difficulty with self-care, such as washing all over or dressing?

A2.6 Using your usual language, do you have difficulty communicating (for example understanding or being understood by others)?

A2.6 Using your usual language, do you have difficulty communicating (for example understanding or being understood by others)?

A2.7 For respondents who answered, "Some difficulty," "A lot of difficulty," or "Cannot do at all" to any question above]

A2.7 For respondents who answered, "Some difficulty," "A lot of difficulty," or "Cannot do at all" to any question above]

What type of assistive devices or support do you currently use? (Select all that apply)

Q1. What is the total number of employees in your organization?

Q1. What is the total number of employees in your organization?

Q2. Please provide the current gender breakdown of your workforce (approximate percentages):

Q2. Please provide the current gender breakdown of your workforce (approximate percentages):

CategoryMale (%)Female (%)Prefer not to say (%)
Overall workforce
Technical/Engineering roles
Management/Leadership positions
Entry-level positions

Q3. What is the age distribution of your current workforce?

Q3. What is the age distribution of your current workforce?

Age GroupPercentage (%)
Under 25 years
25–34 years
35–44 years
45–54 years
Over 55 years

Q4. Does your organisation currently collect data on employees with disabilities?

Q4. Does your organisation currently collect data on employees with disabilities?

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Section B: Recruitment And Hiring Practices

Q5. What are the main challenges your organisation faces when recruiting women for technical positions? (Select up to 3 most significant)

Q5. What are the main challenges your organisation faces when recruiting women for technical positions? (Select up to 3 most significant)

Q6. What are the main barriers to recruiting young professionals (under 30) in your organisation? (Select up to 3 most significant)

Q6. What are the main barriers to recruiting young professionals (under 30) in your organisation? (Select up to 3 most significant)

Q7. Does your organisation have specific recruitment strategies to attract women and youth? (Select all that apply)

Q7. Does your organisation have specific recruitment strategies to attract women and youth? (Select all that apply)

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Section C: Workplace Policies and Support Systems

Q8. Which of the following policies does your organisation currently have in place? (Select all that apply)

Q8. Which of the following policies does your organisation currently have in place? (Select all that apply)

Q9. Does your organisation provide training and development opportunities specifically targeting women and youth? (Select all that apply)

Q9. Does your organisation provide training and development opportunities specifically targeting women and youth? (Select all that apply)

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Section D: Career Advancement and Leadership

Q11. What percentage of leadership positions (management level and above) are currently held by:

Q11. What percentage of leadership positions (management level and above) are currently held by:

Women (Percentage %):

CategoryPercentage (%)
Women
Youth (under 35)
Persons with disabilities

Q12. What are the main barriers preventing women from advancing to leadership positions in your organization? (Rank top 3: 1=Most significant barrier)

Q12. What are the main barriers preventing women from advancing to leadership positions in your organization? (Rank top 3: 1=Most significant barrier)

Q13. Does your organisation track and monitor gender and age diversity in promotions and career advancement?

Q13. Does your organisation track and monitor gender and age diversity in promotions and career advancement?

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Section E: Training and Capacity Building

Q14. What training and capacity building gaps exist for women and youth in your organisation? (Select all that apply)

Q14. What training and capacity building gaps exist for women and youth in your organisation? (Select all that apply)

Q15. Would your organisation be willing to participate in or host specialized training programs such as "Women do Renewables" or "Women Grid Loss Safeguard Champions"?

Q15. Would your organisation be willing to participate in or host specialized training programs such as "Women do Renewables" or "Women Grid Loss Safeguard Champions"?

Q16. From a regulatory/policy perspective, what are the most significant systemic barriers preventing greater participation of women, youth, and persons with disabilities in Nigeria's energy sector workforce?

Q16. From a regulatory/policy perspective, what are the most significant systemic barriers preventing greater participation of women, youth, and persons with disabilities in Nigeria's energy sector workforce?

Rate the significance of each barrier (1=Not significant, 5=Very significant):

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2
3
4
5
Don’t Know
Lack of gender-sensitive energy policies,
Insufficient enforcement of existing anti-discrimination laws.
Limited access to finance for women-led energy businesses.
Educational curriculum gaps in STEM/energy programs.
Cultural and social norms limiting women's participation.
Lack of data and monitoring systems for diversity tracking.
Inadequate coordination between government agencies on GEDSI.
Limited accessibility standards for persons with disabilities.
Weak linkages between industry and educational institutions.

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THANK YOU

Thank you for taking the time to complete this questionnaire. Your responses will contribute to developing evidence-based strategies for enhancing gender equality, disability inclusion, and social participation in Nigeria's clean energy sector. For any questions about this survey, please contact:

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