Africa Policy Manager

Michael Page is seeking an Africa Policy Manager for a Not For Profit organization focused on enhancing energy efficiency and combating climate change. The role involves developing partnerships, representing the organization, implementing energy programs, and managing a team. Preferred location is Nairobi, Kenya, with frequent travel across Africa. Candidates should have over 7 years of experience in energy or environmental policy and strong project management skills.
Job Overview

Our client in the Not For Profit and Charities sector is dedicated to enhancing the energy performance and quality of appliances and equipment worldwide, with the aim of combatting climate change, improving access to clean energy, and enhancing livelihoods. They are at the forefront of collaborative efforts to address climate change and facilitate global access to clean energy, particularly through the promotion of appliance efficiency.

The mission of our client revolves around improving the energy and environmental performance of everyday appliances and equipment, thereby accelerating the transition to a more sustainable world. They work closely with governments, experts, industries, consumers, donor organizations, and various stakeholders to drive policies and markets towards the adoption of high-quality, resource-efficient appliances.

With operations spanning more than 100 countries since their establishment in 1999, our client has offices in Washington, DC; Nairobi, Kenya; Jakarta, Indonesia; and New Delhi, India, along with teams in Europe and China. They are guided by their mission and uphold a culture characterized by diversity, transparency, collaboration, and impactful work.

Our client's Climate program supports ambitious initiatives aimed at mitigating climate change by enhancing appliance and equipment energy efficiency. They collaborate with policymakers and stakeholders worldwide to implement energy-efficient product markets, advance technologies, and develop policies promoting sustainability.

In Africa, our client engages regionally and nationally to promote policy actions and garner support for global initiatives such as the Clean Lighting Coalition. Similarly, their Clean Energy Access program supports endeavors to expand global access to clean energy through appliance and equipment energy efficiency, focusing on regions like South Asia, East and West Africa, and China.
Duties & Responsibilities
• Develop strategic partnerships with stakeholders in Africa
• Represent the organization in external forums and events
• Design and implement energy efficiency programs aligned with organizational goals
• Support fundraising activities and proposal development
• Manage a team and oversee program implementation
• Establish monitoring and evaluation frameworks
• Contribute to thought leadership through policy analysis and capacity-building programs
Compensation and Location

The organization offers a competitive salary, commensurate with experience. The preferred location for this role is Nairobi, Kenya, with frequent travel across Africa and occasional travel to other global destinations.
Desired Experience & Qualification
• 7+ years of experience in energy or environmental policy
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, Master's degree preferred
• Strong analytical and project management skills
• Experience managing relationships with clients and funders
• Proficiency in English; fluency in French preferred
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion
• Experience in energy efficiency or clean energy access sector preferred
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