Job title : Technical Advisor : Environment & Sustainability
Job Location : Gauteng, Pretoria
Deadline : November 02, 2025
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- On behalf of the European Union and the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), and in close cooperation with the South African government, GIZ is implementing the H2.SA II / BVC Programme to support the development of dynamic green hydrogen and CRM value chains.
The programme includes five components :
Strategy, policy & regulatory frameworkPrivate sector cooperationCapacity building, research & innovationSustainability & just transitionBattery value chainsThis role sits within Component 4 – Sustainability and Just Transition, focusing on the environmental and social dimensions of a hydrogen-based economy. You will help ensure that large-scale renewable projects are developed responsibly, socially inclusive and widely accepted – laying the foundation for a sustainable energy future.
What You Will Do
As Technical Advisor, you will :
Support the implementation of H2.SA with a focus on scaling a sustainable and gender-responsive green hydrogen economyDevelop and manage activities that strengthen environmental sustainability in the GH2 and PtX sectorsConceptualise and oversee inputs, contracts, workshops and stakeholder engagements to deliver high-quality resultsPrepare and present reports, concepts, terms of reference and knowledge products linked to workstream 4Provide sustainability expertise across programme workstreams, acting as the focal point for environmental adviceSupport project coordination, operational planning, monitoring & evaluation and knowledge managementWork under the guidance of the Component Lead, collaborating closely with advisors and stakeholders across the programmeWhat You Need to Succeed
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Management, Environmental Engineering, Development Studies or a related fieldProfessional Experience
At least 5 years’ experience in environmental science, impact analysis, energy transition, renewable energy, sustainability or socioeconomic developmentKnowledge of South Africa’s environmental policy framework and direct experience with environmental impact assessments and permitting processesExposure to the South African mining, oil & gas, energy or water sectors, or related policy frameworksStrong interest in green hydrogen, PtX and energy transition, with a commitment to developing technical expertiseExperience in project and process management, as well as stakeholder engagementProven ability to work both independently and in multicultural teams, with strong organisational skillsExcellent professional communication and writing skills in EnglishSecurity / Safety jobs