Senior Africa Transport & Climate Programme Lead

Ali Aydi; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

The African Climate Foundation (ACF) is seeking a Senior Programme Officer to lead the Transport Programme’s Africa strategy, supporting delivery across focus countries and expansion geographies. You will work with governments, donors, civil society and partners to advance a continent-wide mobility transition.

The role requires deep understanding of Africa’s transport and energy landscape, strong project management skills, and the ability to convene and coordinate cross‑sector efforts.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English is required.
• Strong project management experience is essential.
• Experience with policy advocacy and stakeholder engagement in Africa is preferred.
• Ability to navigate government institutions, donors, and financial entities.

Responsibilities

• Support the Transport Programme Manager in implementing the Africa strategy across focus countries and expansion geographies.
• Identify and oversee sector-relevant research and analysis to inform programme work and decision-making.
• Collaborate with programme staff to ensure synergies and cross‑programme learning.
• Work with MEL to monitor, report, and evaluate programme delivery and outcomes.
• Contribute to design of national and regional EV roadmaps and policy frameworks.

Skills

Fluency in English

Project management

Policy advocacy

Stakeholder engagement

Education

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

Job description

The African Climate Foundation (ACF) is seeking a Senior Programme Officer to lead the Transport Programme’s Africa strategy, supporting delivery across focus countries and expansion geographies. You will work with governments, donors, civil society and partners to advance a continent-wide mobility transition.

The role requires deep understanding of Africa’s transport and energy landscape, strong project management skills, and the ability to convene and coordinate cross‑sector efforts.