Chemonics Environmental, Social, and Governance Specialist Jobs in South Africa
Chemonics seeks an Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Specialist for the Power Africa Empower Southern Africa (ESA) Program funded by USAID. ESA is a 5-year regional program that covers South Africa, Lesotho, Eswatini, Botswana, Namibia, Angola, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Malawi, Mozambique, Madagascar, Comoros and Sao Tome and Principe.
The primary purpose of ESA is to increase the availability of, access to, and use of affordable, reliable, sustainable and clean energy in Southern Africa in order to reach measurable development outcomes.
Measurable development outcomes include economic growth, reducing poverty, improving livelihoods, and increasing inclusive access to electricity-enabled services in such areas as health, education, sanitation, and food security. This position will be based in Pretoria, South Africa. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people and communities around the world.
Responsibilities include:
Develop, implement, and oversee ESG strategies aligned with international standards, local regulations, and ESA objectives
Conduct thorough environmental and social impact assessments to identify potential risks, opportunities, and impacts for the ESA program
Develop and execute risk management plans to mitigate any adverse environmental or social impacts, integrating measures to safeguard biodiversity, water resources, and community well-being
Stay abreast of ESG trends, regulatory shifts, and industry best practices, particularly those relevant to renewable power generation
Provide technical support to national energy regulators to improve tariff methodologies and structures
Provide training and guidance to project teams and relevant stakeholders on ESG principles, fostering a culture of responsibility and awareness
Supervise short-term consultants
Perform other duties as assigned by Objective 3: Energy Sector Investment Lead
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in environmental studies, public policy, economics, sustainability, or a related field, Master’s degree preferred
Minimum eight years of experience in policy development, regulatory affairs, or government relations within the energy sector in Southern Africa
Strong knowledge of energy policies, regulatory frameworks, and governance structures in the region
Proven track record in advocating for policy reforms and engaging with government entities
Familiarity promoting gender equality and social inclusion in the energy sector
Ability to work in multi-stakeholder with public and private sector
Strong networking and relationship-building skills.
Ability to navigate complex regulatory environments
Prior experience with managing a team of subject matter experts across multiple countries
Demonstrated leadership, versatility and integrity
Relevant computer skills (Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, Outlook, etc.).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with command of French or Portuguese a plus
How to Apply
Please submit an application to [email protected] with the subject line “ESG Specialist – ESA Application”
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