Based in Hatfield, Pretoria | Reporting to the Cluster Coordinator | Contract until 30 June 2028

Join Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) at the forefront of South Africa’s energy transition, supporting the Department of Electricity and Energy (DEE) in driving strategic programmes focused on renewable energy, green hydrogen, industrial decarbonisation and the country’s Just Energy Transition. This role offers the opportunity to work directly with senior government stakeholders and international cooperation partners shaping the future of South Africa’s energy landscape.

This is a high-impact advisory and coordination role positioned within South Africa’s evolving energy transition environment. You will support strategic programme delivery across multiple GIZ Energy Cluster initiatives while strengthening collaboration between DEE, government institutions and development partners.

The role is ideal for someone who combines strong energy-sector understanding with the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments, drive coordination and contribute to strategic implementation.

• Master’s Degree or equivalent qualification in Economics, Law, Political Sciences, Public Administration, Engineering, Energy Studies or a related field

• Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience within renewable energy, hydrogen/PtX, energy markets, energy policy, energy project development or related sectors
• Strong project and process management capability within complex or multi-stakeholder environments
• Experience working with government institutions, regulatory authorities or public-sector structures
• Ability to engage confidently with senior government officials and strategic stakeholders
• Strong understanding of South Africa’s energy sector and the global decarbonisation agenda
• Experience preparing high-level reports, briefings, presentations and analytical documents
• Strong organisational, coordination and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams
• High levels of professionalism, discretion and structured delivery
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
• Experience within donor-funded or international cooperation programmes will be advantageous
• Existing networks within the South African energy sector will be advantageous

• Support the DDG: Energy Programmes and Projects with strategic coordination, programme management and implementation support
• Prepare presentations, reports, briefings, concepts and analytical inputs for DEE and related government stakeholders
• Strengthen coordination and information flow between DEE and GIZ Energy Cluster projects
• Support operational planning, governance processes and programme monitoring
• Coordinate engagements with implementing partners, service providers and stakeholders
• Facilitate meetings, workshops and coordination platforms across the energy transition landscape
• Contribute to the effective implementation of GIZ-supported energy programmes in partnership with DEE

The position will be based at the GIZ offices in Hatfield, Pretoria, with agreed working days at DEE. Domestic and international travel will be required.

GIZ is committed to diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity. Applications from persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged.

Applicants are required to submit:

• A motivation letter in PDF format (maximum 1 page) outlining why they are suited to the role and the value they would bring
• A detailed CV in PDF format (maximum 4 pages) including nationality
• Proof of eligibility to work in South Africa (copy of SA ID)

Applications without a motivation letter will not be considered.

Closing Date: 29 May 2026

Only shortlisted candidates who meet the requirements will be contacted.