Remote Energy Policy Analyst

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote position

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous annual leave and holidays

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Remote Energy Policy Analyst to contribute to shaping future energy strategies from a remote location. The role involves in-depth research, policy development, and briefing documents to inform strategic decisions, with Bloemfontein-related initiatives as part of the scope.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree in a related field, 5+ years of energy policy analysis experience, and strong writing/synthesis skills for policy drafting and stakeholder

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in a relevant field.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills are essential.
• Experience drafting policy documents and reports is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive research on energy policies and market trends.
• Analyze economic, environmental, and social impacts of energy regulations.
• Develop policy recommendations and draft white papers, reports, and briefing documents.
• Monitor regulatory developments affecting the energy sector.
• Engage with government officials and industry experts to gather input and disseminate findings.
• Support development of long-term energy strategies and roadmaps.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Quantitative analysis

Policy drafting

Remote work

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Master's degree in Public Policy, Economics, Environmental Science, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Remote Energy Policy Analyst to contribute to shaping future energy strategies, with responsibilities extending to initiatives relevant to Bloemfontein . This role involves in-depth research, analysis, and development of policies related to energy markets, regulation, and sustainability. You will work independently from a remote location, providing critical insights and recommendations to inform strategic decision-making. This is an excellent opportunity for an analyst passionate about energy policy and its impact on the economy and environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive research on national and international energy policies and market trends.
• Analyze the economic, environmental, and social impacts of proposed energy regulations.
• Develop policy recommendations and draft white papers, reports, and briefing documents.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments affecting the energy sector.
• Engage with stakeholders, including government officials and industry experts, to gather input and disseminate findings.
• Support the development of long‑term energy strategies and roadmaps.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Public Policy, Economics, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in energy policy analysis or a related field.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience in policy drafting.
• Familiarity with energy market structures, regulatory frameworks, and climate change policies.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple research projects effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package for a remote position.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous annual leave and paid holidays.
• Professional development budget for courses and conferences.
• Opportunity to influence energy policy at a significant level.