Senior Power Systems & Grid Flexibility Advisor

GIZ.; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international cooperation agency is looking for a Senior Technical Advisor to support its energy transition programme in South Africa. This role requires strong technical insight and stakeholder engagement skills, with a focus on renewable energy systems and power system planning. The position is based in Hatfield, Pretoria, and the contract lasts until December 2029, offering an opportunity to shape South Africa’s power system future.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years relevant work experience in project implementation and management.
• Experience in power system planning and operation and the integration of renewable energy systems.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and collaborate with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and implementation of Output 4 activities.
• Manage national and international consultants.
• Provide technical advice on strategic network and system planning.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

University degree in electrical engineering or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Power system modelling software

Job description

A leading international cooperation agency is looking for a Senior Technical Advisor to support its energy transition programme in South Africa. This role requires strong technical insight and stakeholder engagement skills, with a focus on renewable energy systems and power system planning. The position is based in Hatfield, Pretoria, and the contract lasts until December 2029, offering an opportunity to shape South Africa’s power system future.