Senior Developer DRE

2 weeks ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Allied Talent Partners Full time R120 000 - R240 000 per year
Senior Developer DRE

Department: Renewable Energy Project Development

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Location: Africa

Reporting To: Fund Manager or Head of Investments


Description Allied Talent Partners (ATP), a Three Cairns Group initiative, is a mission-driven, not-for-profit talent marketplace focused on solving the human capital bottlenecks slowing down sustainable development efforts in emerging economies, with an initial focus on Africa.  ATP connects vetted, experienced, context-relevant professionals to high-impact opportunities in energy access and sustainable development – strengthening local capacity and fuelling economic vitality. We specialize in fixed-term, deliverable-driven engagements – from interim leadership and generalist projects to niche technical expertise – handling project scoping, talent vetting and matching, contracting, payroll, and compliance so that our clients can focus on impact.

High-Level Overview 

The client is seeking a Senior Developer with deep expertise in Distributed Renewable Energy (DRE) to shape the fund's early-stage project pipeline and ensure readiness for execution. As the fund transitions from concept to fundraising and pipeline mobilization, this interim, fixed-term assignment will be pivotal in establishing a credible foundation for future investments. 

The engagement will require flexibility, as the workload will vary—starting with a limited number of hours during the fund's setup phase and increasing as the pipeline develops and fundraising progresses. Initial priorities will include pipeline development, due diligence, and pre-investment structuring, with responsibilities expanding as operational needs mature. 

Ideal candidates will bring senior-level experience in off-grid and distributed solar project development across Africa, strong commercial acumen, and extensive regional networks. Success in this role requires the ability to integrate technical, financial, and regulatory perspectives to advance impact-driven renewable energy investments in emerging markets. 

Role and Responsibilities
Role: Senior Developer DRE
Direct Report: Fund Manager or Head of Investments
Candidates Required: 1

Key Deliverables: 
  • Design/Systems: Contribute to the design and assessment of project frameworks, ensuring technical and commercial viability of early-stage opportunities. 
  • Pipeline Development: Identify, evaluate, and prioritize a pipeline of distributed renewable energy projects across Africa. 
  • Due Diligence: Lead early-stage project screening, feasibility assessments, and technical due diligence for potential investments. 
  • Execution Preparation: Support transaction readiness by coordinating technical inputs, risk assessments, and partnership development. 
  • Capability Building: Help establish internal systems and best practices for project origination, diligence, and pre-investment decision-making

Requirements Experience Required:
  • Proven track record in developing DRE or off-grid renewable projects in African markets. 
  • Strong understanding of project lifecycle management -from origination through development and financial close. 
  • Experience working with funds, developers, or infrastructure platforms focused on renewable energy.
Technical Requirements:
  • Proficiency in project structuring, technical due diligence, and financial modeling for DRE projects. 
  • Familiarity with mini-grid, hybrid, and solar-plus-storage solutions. 
  • Knowledge of African regulatory and permitting environments for renewable project
Other Skills:
  • Strategic thinker with an entrepreneurial approach and ability to operate in a start-up or pre-launch context. 
  • Excellent stakeholder management and cross-cultural communication skills. 
  • Collaborative mindset with a hands-on approach to problem-solving. 
  • Comfortable working autonomously while building early-stage frameworks and systems. 
  • Ability to manage parallel project evaluations and interface with technical, financial, and legal partners.

Working Arrangement
Location:Remote
Travel: Regional travel for project identification, partner engagement and site assessments

Terms of agreement:
Start Date: Q1 2026 start
Contracting Period:6 months minimum; part time initially. 

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