Project description

The project aims to promote a just and sustainable energy transition in South Africa, aligned with the objectives of the Just Energy Transition Partnership. It will strengthen the policy and regulatory framework, enhance institutional capacity, and foster collaboration between government, development partners, and the private sector. The action supports the establishment of a Technical Assistance Facility that will provide flexible, responsive support for implementing policy reforms and strengthening partnerships. Through these interventions, the project contributes to achieving South Africa’s decarbonisation goals while ensuring economic resilience and social inclusion.

Job description

The Just Energy Transition Policy Advisor will lead the Technical Assistance Facility, ensuring its strategic direction, coordination with South African institutions, and delivery of project outputs. The role also involves providing high-level policy advice and supporting institutional strengthening for JET-IP implementation.

Qualifications

General professional experience:
·Master’s degree (or equivalent) in economics, management, engineering, environmental studies, development studies, finance, law, or other relevant discipline. Master’s degree in public policy, energy/environmental economics, political science, engineering, or a related field;
·At least 12 years of professional experience in public policy or development cooperation, with a focus on energy sector governance or sustainable development.
·Proficiency in English (C1 level).

Specific professional experience:
·Minimum 10 years of international experience in institutional capacity building in developing or transition countries;
·At least 7 years of experience in energy policy and regulatory reform, including direct work with government ministries, agencies, or energy regulators;
·Proven experience in conducting social impact assessments, worker transition plans, or designing compensation and retraining schemes;
·Familiarity with just transition approaches, preferably with experience in coal region transitions or large-scale energy sector reforms.

 

Contact person

  Barbara Muratori Barbara.Muratori@gfa-group.de