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.
The Power System and Market Operations Specialist will provide expertise on electricity planning, sector restructuring, and renewable energy integration into distribution and transmission networks. The role involves delivering capacity-building support and technical advisory services to strengthen the operation and market design of South Africa’s power sector.
General professional experience:
·Master’s degree in an engineering discipline or similar; an advanced degree in an energy-related field is an advantage;
·At least 10 years of professional experience in fields related to power systems, energy markets, or electricity sector operations;
·Proficiency in English (C1 level).
Specific professional experience:
·Minimum 7 years of experience in providing capacity building and/or consultancy services in energy systems, including renewable integration into distribution or transmission networks;
·Experience in technical aspects of power sector restructuring, electricity planning, load forecasting, or network expansion;
·Demonstrated expertise in system operations and market mechanisms for electricity sector reform;
·In-country experience in Sub-Saharan Africa considered an asset.
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