The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is implementing an energy accessprogram for Sudan on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic
Cooperation and Development (BMZ), with a duration from 05/2024 to 04/2028. The program seeks to improve access to energy for selected and particularly vulnerable population groups in Sudan.

Given the ongoing political and security situation in Sudan, the program is implemented from Germany, supported from Kenya, and applies a conflict-sensitive and community-based
approach, designed to avoid exacerbating local tensions and to support inclusive development. By promoting efficient, decentralized and environmentally sustainable energy solutions, the program contributes to a more resilient and climate-friendly energy supply in a highly fragile context.

The program will put a strong emphasis on working with and through Sudanese private sector companies, in all four areas of intervention. By strengthening local supply chains, technical service provision and entrepreneurial capacities, the program seeks to stimulate market development, enhance sustainability, and reduce long-term dependency on external support, even in a fragile and conflict-affected context.

The programme shall utilise Results Based Reimbursement (RBR) instrument as one of the key delivery approaches for implementation, particularly for access to electricity for households and access to productive use of renewable energy (PURE) solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting the implementation of two RBRs: Pico PV and PUE
  

• Management of RBF online monitoring platform
  

• (Remote) technical and business support for solar companies in Sudan
  

• Assess and coordinate capacity development measures for Sudanese solar companies
  

Where appropriate and reasonable, the position holder is willing to perform tasks outside the scope of the job description

Qualifications & Specialist Knowledge:

• Bachelor's degree in Renewable Energy, Electrical Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field. A Master's degree is an advantage.
  

• Knowledge of Sudanese Context – In-depth understanding of Sudan’s political, economic,
  security, and social dynamics, including key actors, conflict drivers, and governance structures.

• 8 years working experience in the solar off-grid sector, preferably in Sudan or the Horn of Africa region.
  

• 2 years working experience in providing business support to solar companies
  

• Excellent digital literacy
  

• Communication & Advisory Skills – Excellent verbal and written communication skills in
  English and Arabic; Ability to present findings and provide strategic advice to diverse audiences

Submission of Application:

Duty Station: Nairobi

Duration of Assignment: Eighteen (18) months

Vacancy Reference Number: GIZ/SUD/05/04/2026

Equal Employment Opportunity

At GIZ Kenya, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination of any kind. We actively seek individuals with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills to build a stronger, more impactful global team.

We provide an environment of respect and psychological safety, ensuring equal employment opportunities for all. Discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, disability, marital status, or any other protected status is not tolerated in any of our workplaces.

Ethics

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All staff are expected to behave professionally, respect local laws and customs, and complete mandatory ethics e-learning courses upon hire.

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In accordance with GIZ’s data protection policy, all candidate applications are stored in our database for six (6) months and deleted thereafter.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.