The African Climate Foundation

Analyst, Projects – JET Funding Platform

The African Climate Foundation

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Location Type: Remote

Location: South Africa

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About the role

  • Direct the technical support partners responsible for the end-to-end assessment of applications.
  • Partner with the JET Funding Platform Manager to originate high-priority project preparation and implementation activities.
  • Act as a technical bridge by coordinating with consultants and implementing partners to enhance developer capacity.
  • Transform raw financial data into sophisticated dashboards and reports.
  • Serve as a key intermediary between project originators, donors, DFIs, and private investors.
  • Translate pipeline data into action by spearheading the preparation of high-impact investment briefs, funding proposals, and donor reports.

Requirements

  • Advanced Academic Background: A Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Development Studies, Public Policy, or Business Administration.
  • Proven Track Record: At least 5 years of professional experience in development finance, climate finance, private sector development, socio-economic development, project analysis, or high-level financial management.
  • Sector Expertise: A deep understanding of South Africa’s energy transition landscape, sustainability finance, and the nuances of public-private funding mechanisms.
  • Technical Mastery Institutional Fluency: Prior exposure to Development Finance Institutions (DFIs), Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs), or large-scale private sector investments.
  • Financial Rigor: Expert-level skills in financial reporting, fund tracking, and budget analysis, with a keen ability to ensure fiduciary compliance and navigate complex financial governance.
  • Project Assessment: A sharp eye for evaluating project proposals and pipelines to determine their viability, bankability, and specific support requirements.
  • Data-Driven Insights: The ability to synthesize complex financial data into actionable trends and strategic insights using advanced reporting tools and database management.
  • Collaborative Tech: Proficiency in the Microsoft Office 365 ecosystem (Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive) to manage documentation and streamline workflow in a digital-first environment.
Benefits
  • contract duration: 12 months, consisting of 2 x 6-month renewable contracts
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
financial reportingfund trackingbudget analysisproject assessmentdata synthesisdashboard creationreport generationfinancial governanceinvestment analysispipeline evaluation
Soft Skills
collaborationcommunicationinterpersonal skillsleadershiporganizational skillsstrategic thinkingproblem-solvinganalytical skillscapacity buildingstakeholder engagement
Certifications
Master’s degree in FinanceMaster’s degree in EconomicsMaster’s degree in Development StudiesMaster’s degree in Public PolicyMaster’s degree in Business Administration