Intern, Africa

The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) brings together philanthropy including the IKEA Foundation, The Rockefeller Foundation and the Bezos Earth Fund, governments, technology, policy and development partners, and the private sector to tackle the twin challenges of energy access and transition in emerging and developing countries. By 2030, we aim to expand clean energy access to one billion people, enable 150 million new jobs and reduce 4 gigatons of future carbon emissions. We believe clean energy is development: without it, every other form of progress is undermined so we’re building a movement to unlock a new era of inclusive green economic growth that accelerates universal energy access while enabling the global community to meet critical climate goals during the next decade.  

Position Overview:  

The Intern will work with GEAPP’s Africa team, conducting research, data analysis, technical writing, and other tasks to contribute to the creation of quality outputs such as reports, memos, and presentations that support the advancement of our Africa portfolio of activities aimed at working with African governments on policy and implementation, deploying catalytic finance and market development activities to deliver energy access and energy transition projects.  Please note that this internship does not guarantee future employment. 

 Principal Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Conduct research tasks and collect data on energy access and transition-related topics. 

• Work with the project lead on data analysis. 

• Draft quality project deliverables, including memos and briefers based on research and market assessment reports. 

• Support program administration and coordination, such as organizing webinars or workshops. 

Education, Experience, and Skills: 

• Education: Candidates must be enrolled in a relevant Master’s or PhD degree programme or have recently graduated with a Master’s degree or PhD on topics related to the development, implementation and/or assessment of clean energy access policies and energy sector reform programs in a developing country context. 

• Language: Candidates must be fluent in written and spoken English. Additional knowledge of French or Portuguese would be desirable.  

• Work experience: This internship is intended for early career post-graduates with little to no experience (typically under 3 years). A background or demonstrated interest in electricity policy, finance and energy economics will be helpful. Also, experiences related to energy policy assessment in a developing country context may be an advantage in the selection process. 

• Skills: Candidates should be capable of working in a multicultural and international team environment and have good communication and IT skills. Candidates must be able to demonstrate competency in 3 or more of the following mandatory areas: 

Mandatory skills: 

• Research and Analytical Skills: Demonstrate ability to conduct research on energy access trends, policies, and technologies, and analyze data to draw actionable insights. 

• Data Analysis and Visualization: Proficiency in Excel or other data analysis tools, with skills in visualizing data to communicate insights effectively.  

• Communication and Writing Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills to prepare reports, presentations, memos and updates. Medium to advanced level skills with writing narrative reports and slide decks.  

• Basic Financial Analysis: Understanding financial concepts to assist in analyzing project costs, budgeting, and assessing the financial sustainability of energy projects. 

Competency in the following areas is desirable: 

• Project Management: Familiarity with project management principles, including planning, scheduling, and monitoring, to assist in organizing and tracking program activities. 

• GIS and Mapping Skills: Familiarity with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for mapping energy access gaps and planning infrastructure development. 

• Digital Skills and Tech Savviness: Competence with digital tools, software, and possibly coding or database management to support data handling and project monitoring systems will be a plus 

• Interest in Policy and Regulatory Frameworks: Knowledge of, or demonstration of willingness to learn about, policy, finance, and regulatory factors affecting energy access in emerging markets.  

• Technical Knowledge of the Power Sector: Understanding (or interest) of the key technologies involved in the power sector value chain, from generation (specifically renewable energy technologies) to power transmission and distribution. Some understanding of power sector planning, implementation, and operations will be a plus. 

Location: Successful candidates will be expected to work from one of the GEAPP Africa offices (Nairobi or Johannesburg). 

Availability: Candidates must be available for a minimum three-month full-time internship, with an option of a one-time renewal for up to a maximum of six months. Start dates are flexible, ranging from November 2024 to January 2025.

We operate from a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in everything we do. It is not only the right thing to do – we could not make an impact without our team members' diverse perspectives and experiences. We expect all GEAPP employees to contribute by developing their unique perspectives and talent, challenging conventional wisdom through evidence and reason, and amplifying marginalized voices.  

 GEAPP LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and compliance with all federal, state, and local laws concerning employment discrimination, including the Americans with Disabilities Act. To this end, the organization ensures equal opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, lawful alien status, physical, mental, and medical disability, veteran status, or liability for service in the United States Armed Forces.  

GEAPP LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.