Senior Programme Officer, Sustainable Transport Africa

remote work; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The African Climate Foundation is seeking a Senior Programme Officer to lead the Transport Programme across Africa, working with governments, financiers, civil society, and researchers to drive a sustainable mobility transition.

You will implement transport strategy across geographies, oversee sector research, and ensure evidence-based delivery while collaborating with staff to generate cross-programme learning and strong MEL reporting.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in economics, environmental sciences, development studies, or related field.
• 6–8 years of progressive programme experience with climate/transport/energy focus.
• Experience with government institutions, donors, and financial entities on large projects.
• Solid understanding of electric mobility trends, Africa regulatory frameworks.
• Experience managing grants and policy advocacy in Africa.
• Ability to coordinate across teams and manage multiple priorities in a multi-stakeholder environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of the Transport Strategy across focus and expansion geographies.
• Identify and oversee sector research to inform programmatic decisions and ensure evidence-based delivery.
• Collaborate with programme staff to ensure synergies and cross-programme learning.
• Monitor, evaluate, and report on programme delivery with the MEL Manager.
• Maintain in-country activity alignment and contribute to national and regional EV roadmaps and policy plans.
• Develop and manage stakeholder relationships across government, finance, civil society, think tanks, and partners.

Skills

Programme design

Stakeholder engagement

Grant management

Policy advocacy

Coordination across teams

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent in economics, environmental sciences, development studies, public policy, or related field

Job description

The African Climate Foundation is seeking a Senior Programme Officer to lead the Transport Programme across Africa, working with governments, financiers, civil society, and researchers to drive a sustainable mobility transition.

You will implement transport strategy across geographies, oversee sector research, and ensure evidence-based delivery while collaborating with staff to generate cross-programme learning and strong MEL reporting.