About the Organisation
Power Shift Africa (PSA) is a Pan-African climate and energy think-and-do tank established in 2018 to provide policy, advocacy and strategic communications support to different actors from an African perspective. PSA’s mission is to mobilise climate action in Africa, amplify African voices through increased visibility in media and public communications, and leverage African voices in the international climate space.
PSA is committed to working with diverse stakeholders, including African institutions, governments, civil society organisations (CSOs), policymakers, grassroots groups, academia, and media, to champion an Africa-led movement that advances climate finance, adaptation and resilience, and accelerates a just energy transition. PSA combines high-value analysis, strong media presence, strategic partnerships and strong African technical expertise to drive impactful climate policy, advocacy, action, and financing towards low-carbon and resilient pathways.
About the Job
The Project Officer will support PSA’s climate finance and energy workstreams, focusing on research, advocacy, and project coordination to advance a just energy transition in Africa. Reporting to the Climate Finance Associate, the role involves analysing public and climate finance flows, producing policy inputs, and contributing to flagship campaigns such as Don’t Gas Africa, Mission 300, and Adapt2Live. The position also includes coordinating stakeholder engagement and knowledge exchange across PSA’s Pan-African networks, while benefiting from structured mentorship, training, and professional development in climate finance and advocacy.
This role is part of the Climate Finance Fellowship, a 12-month program designed to bridge the talent gap in the climate finance sector. The Fellowship supports mid-career finance professionals who are looking to transition into purpose-driven, climate-focused work—particularly within nonprofit and civil society organizations across the Global South. Fellows are placed within high-impact host organizations, where they take on a core finance or strategy role. In addition to this placement, Fellows join a cohort-based learning journey that includes:
Tailored climate and leadership development modules
One-on-one coaching and mentorship
Peer learning and community exchange
Access to professional networks in climate and development
The Fellowship is led by Surge Climate Talent (SCT), with program design and implementation managed by Global Good x Amani, an impact consulting and leadership development firm. Together, SCT and GG x Amani are working to ensure that host organizations are supported, Fellows are set up for success, and the program contributes meaningfully to strengthening the climate finance ecosystem.
This opportunity is especially suited for professionals from the private or public sectors with strong finance experience who may not yet have worked in climate or nonprofit contexts. It is also open to those currently in the nonprofit sector seeking to specialize in climate finance.
Key Responsibilities
The Position will involve research, advocacy, and coordination across PSA’s climate and public finance, and just energy transition workstreams, with responsibilities including:
1. Research and Analysis
Contribute to the development of policy briefs, position papers, and recommendations related to climate and public finance for just energy transitions in Africa.
Contribute to the research and analysis of data on public and climate finance for just energy transitions, including challenges and opportunities in the African context.
Collaborate with PSA’s energy and adaptation teams to integrate climate finance into programme delivery.
2. Campaign, Advocacy, and Communication
Contribute to the design, implementation, and monitoring of advocacy campaigns to raise public awareness and build support for climate and public finance for a just energy transition in Africa.
Contribute to developing high-quality communications materials such as blogs, newsletters, briefing notes and social media content that advance climate finance and energy advocacy.
Monitor daily news, policy updates and sector developments, sharing relevant insights and resources with PSA’s communications and campaign teams to inform strategy and messaging on climate finance and just energy transition.
Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure campaigns are coherent, impactful, and aligned with PSA’s mission and advocacy objectives.
Contribute to reporting and impact tracking, helping assess the effectiveness of campaigns and communication initiatives over time with a specific focus on shifting financial decision-making.
3. Project Coordination and Management
Contribute to project coordination and management, including preparation of work plans, tracking implementation progress, and compiling donor and internal management reports.
Coordinate and maintain strategic partnerships with African and international stakeholders engaged in climate finance and just energy transitions.
Organise and facilitate virtual and in-person convenings and technical meetings with civil society, policymakers, and other stakeholders, and produce high-quality workshop reports.
Requirements
Essential Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related business field from a recognized university.
Finance professional with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in finance, investments and banking, with high preference for working experience in the public and private finance sector.
Strong communication skills in English (written and verbal), with the ability to craft compelling messages and engage diverse audiences.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to conduct thorough research, interpret financial data, and synthesize complex information into clear, actionable insights.
Demonstrated motivation to pivot into climate finance and contribute to Africa’s just energy transition, with a commitment to social and environmental justice.
Cultural and political awareness with a good understanding of, and sensitivity to, diverse African contexts.
Adaptive and resilient, with the ability to navigate dynamic and uncertain environments.
Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills; able to build and maintain positive working relationships with diverse stakeholders.
Full-time availability for the 1-year fellowship, with flexibility to travel locally and internationally as required.
Citizenship of Kenya or another African country, with familiarity across diverse cultural, political, and economic contexts.
Desired Qualifications and Experience:
Prior exposure to African financial institutions, policy environments, or regional economic frameworks.
Demonstrated interest or engagement in social, environmental, or development issues.
Ideal for finance professionals seeking to pivot into climate finance and the NGO/CSO sector without prior climate-specific experience.
Entrepreneurial and innovative mindset, openness to learning, adaptability to fast-changing contexts, and comfort with new professional challenges.
Proficiency in French, Arabic and Swahili is an added advantage.
To apply
To apply, email your application by Monday, 22nd September 2025 to melissa@actionappointments.co.za
