Snr Technical Advisor

5 months ago


Pretoria, South Africa GIZ. Full time

**About Us**:
Join our team and be part of Germany's impactful contribution to tackle climate change in South Africa. The Climate Support Programme Phase 4 (CSP4) is funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK) to support the Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment (DFFE) in implementing climate change policy. We focus on ambitious climate action, biodiversity conservation, and knowledge management for IKI projects in the country. If you're passionate about climate change policy and greenhouse gas mitigation, this is an excellent opportunity to make a difference. Join us now and be a part of creating a climate-resilient future for South Africa.

As the Senior Technical Advisor, your responsibilities will include:

- Gaining a comprehensive understanding of other program components and GIZ-assisted measures, along with the concepts and current implementation status, and being familiar with the experts and staff involved.
- Being willing to undertake travel to project areas within South Africa as needed.

**Embrace an Exciting Opportunity: The Position Awaits You**

**Unlock Your Potential with the Following - Professional Experience & Qualifications**
- Qualifications:_

A University degree in a relevant field, preferably post-graduate, related to the program objectives. Examples include Climate Change, Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Energy (Efficiency), Finance/Economics, Business Administration, or Engineering.
- Experience and Competences:_
- 10 years or more of relevant work experience in Climate Change and Project Management, with a strong background in advisory or consulting services.
- Extensive knowledge of the Climate Change Policy landscape in South Africa and globally, focusing on Energy, Just Transition, Industry, and Transport.
- Thorough understanding and work experience in international climate policy and UNFCCC processes, along with in-depth knowledge of South Africa's commitments under the UNFCCC.
- Familiarity with Climate Change projects and activities implemented both in South Africa and internationally, with a specific emphasis on Energy, Just Transition, Industry, and Transport.
- Specialist knowledge in GHG emission modeling and transition pathways, as well as expertise in Instruments for Environmental Policy, such as carbon tax, carbon budgets, sectoral emission targets, emission trading systems, and Green House Gas Inventories.
- In-depth knowledge of energy policy and its implementation in South Africa, including its connection to the Just Transition agenda.
- Proven experience in project proposal development and a successful track record in securing donor funding.

**You will thrive in this role if you possess the following additional competences and qualities**:

- Adaptability to work under pressure with strong intercultural skills, displaying sensitivity and tact while effectively pursuing objectives.
- Embrace a collaborative and solution-oriented approach to support partnerships.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Work with flexibility and independence to deliver results within specified timelines.
- Quick grasp of instructions and willingness to seek guidance from colleagues and managers when faced with challenges.
- Competence in managing service providers within defined delegations.
- Eagerness to deepen expertise in technically leading expert teams.
- Openness to upskilling as necessary for the tasks at hand, with corresponding measures agreed upon with management.
- Experience in organizing and conducting stakeholder engagement sessions with diverse groups.
- Genuine passion for climate change and the green economy.

**Unleash Your Expertise with Engaging Responsibilities**:

- As the Senior Technical Advisor, you will be at the forefront of impactful climate change initiatives, taking on the following exciting tasks:_
- Provide expert policy advisory work in climate change Mitigation, with a keen focus on Energy, Industry, and Transport, along with Monitoring & Evaluation of emissions. - Demonstrate your leadership by independently managing, overseeing, and ensuring the quality of consulting companies. Empower junior advisors and new colleagues to establish effective structures for managing consulting companies, while skillfully preparing terms of reference for consultants and initiating procurement processes for service providers. - Offer strategic and technical guidance to DFFE and other key partner institutions on project conceptualization, development, and implementation in the realm of climate change, with a special emphasis on mitigation policy. - Showcase your technical prowess as you independently handle climate change mitigation policy development, institutional support, and means of implementation. - Support the Climate Support Programme's vital outputs concerning the IKI interface function and climate change. - Spearhead consultations and meetings with di


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