Chief Renewable Energy Strategist — Global Growth & Policy

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 3,500,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary and bonus structure

Relocation assistance

International travel

Executive development programs

Medical, retirement and life insurance

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton, Gauteng, is seeking a Chief Renewable Energy Strategist to lead the company's transition to a sustainable energy portfolio across solar, wind, hydro and emerging technologies from its strategic hub.

You will shape long-term strategy, analyze global and local markets, identify investment opportunities, forge partnerships, engage regulators, and guide cross-functional teams to deliver impactful energy projects.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in energy strategy, policy, or market development, with a focus on renewables.
• Proven ability to develop and implement complex strategic plans in the energy sector.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive long-term renewable energy strategy for the organization.
• Analyze global and local renewable energy markets, policies, and technological trends.
• Identify and evaluate strategic investment opportunities in renewable energy projects.
• Foster and manage strategic partnerships with technology providers, developers, and investors.
• Engage with government agencies, regulators, and policymakers to advocate for favorable renewable energy policies.
• Oversee financial modeling and economic assessments of renewables initiatives.
• Provide strategic guidance on portfolio optimization and integration of diverse renewable sources.
• Develop business cases for new renewable energy ventures and technologies.
• Lead cross-functional teams in the execution of strategic initiatives.
• Represent the company in industry forums and conferences.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Influencing senior leadership

Education

Master's or PhD in Business/ Economics/ Engineering/ Environmental Science

Tools

Financial modeling

Job description

Placements24 in Sandton, Gauteng, is seeking a Chief Renewable Energy Strategist to lead the company's transition to a sustainable energy portfolio across solar, wind, hydro and emerging technologies from its strategic hub.

You will shape long-term strategy, analyze global and local markets, identify investment opportunities, forge partnerships, engage regulators, and guide cross-functional teams to deliver impactful energy projects.