Technical Advisor, Renewable Energy Market Development at Deutsche Gesellschaft fur Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ)

The Deutsche Gesellschaft fur Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH (German Agency for International Cooperation) is an international enterprise owned by the German Federal government, operating in many fields across more than 130 countries.

In Nigeria, GIZ's portfolio includes, among others, a programme to support the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) in its regional integration goals. The programme aims to strengthen sector-specific capacities in the areas of Peace and Security, Customs and Trade, as well as Strategic Management and Organizational Development in the ECOWAS Commission.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Technical Advisor, Renewable Energy Market Development

Vacancy No: 083
Location: Abuja
Organization: GIZ Nigeria, Nigerian Energy Support Programme (NESP)

Background
GIZ. Solutions that work.

• As a service provider in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development and international education work, we are dedicated to shaping a future worth living around the world. GIZ has over 50 years of experience in a wide variety of areas, including economic development and employment promotion, energy and the environment, and peace and security.
• The diverse expertise of ourfederal enterprise is in demand around the globe – from the German Government, European Union institutions, the United Nations, the private sector, and governments of other countries. We work with businesses, civil society actors and research institutions, fostering successful interaction between development policy and other policyfields and areas of activity. Our main commissioning party is the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).
• The registered offices of GIZ are in Bonn and Eschborn. Our approximately 23,500 employees, almost 70 percent of whom are national personnel, work in around 120 countries (July 2020) GIZ has worked in Nigeria since 1974. Since 2004, GIZ has maintained a country office in the capital city Abuja. Currently 466 national and 63 international employees, 37 regional staff, 4 integrated specialists and 3 development workers are working in the country (January 2025).

The Project
Nigerian Energy Support Programme (NESP).

• The Nigerian Energy Support Programme (NESP) is co-funded by theEuropean Union and the German Federal Ministry of Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and implemented by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Power (FMP).
• The programme aims at enabling and fostering investments in a domestic market for Renewable Energy (RE) and Energy Efficiency (EE) and improve access to electricity in Nigeria. As part of the programme and in close collaboration with its public and private partners, the component “Enabling Environment for RE and EE Investments” aims at strengthening quality delivery and control mechanisms to enhance an enabling market environment for the application of and investments in RE and EE.
• This includes activities with Federal Ministry of Power (FMP), Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Investments (FMITI), Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON), Federal Ministry of Finance (FMF), Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), industry associations as well as the private sector. Concrete partnerships and activities have been established with FMP and other relevant Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) as part of the Programme Steering Committee and Technical Working Group (TWG).
• In addition, NESP is currently supporting the Federal Ministry of Power and other relevant public and private stakeholders in streamlining import procedures and practices, to reduce the risks associated with the importation of RE/EE equipment into Nigeria. In a joint fulltime position shared between GET.invest and NESP on a 50-50 working time basis, GET.invest and NESP are looking to fill an Advisor position, to support the implementation of activities for the private sector on creating an enabling environment for RE and EE Investments in Nigeria.

Responsibilities and Tasks
The Technical Advisor, Renewable Energy Market Development will support the programme unit in fostering enabling frameworks and innovative business models that drive renewable energy deployment in Nigeria. The Advisor will be responsible for:

• Identifying and advancing opportunities for renewable energy market development, particularly in off-grid (mini-grids) and on-grid projects.
• Supporting government institutions and private sector actors in developing strategies that accelerate renewable energy adoption.
• Advising on the design and implementation of innovative business models for renewable energy projects, including mini-grids and embedded generation.
• Providing technical support through feasibility assessments, techno-economic analyses, and investment decision-making processes.
• Conducting market research to assess renewable energy potential, investment opportunities, and market readiness across federal and state electricity markets.
• Facilitating partnerships with distribution companies (DisCos), state governments, investors, and other stakeholders to expand renewable energy markets.
• Preparing analysis, reports, and recommendations on renewable energy market dynamics, financing opportunities, and associated risks.
• Supporting stakeholder consultations, workshops, and knowledge-sharing events to foster dialogue and collaboration.
• Contributing to programme planning, monitoring, reporting, and ensuring synergies with other technical workstreams.Vacancy Announcement 083

Required qualifications, Competences and Experience
Qualifications:

• University degree in Economics, Business Administration, Energy, Engineering, or a related field; a Master’s degree is an asset.

Professional experience:

• At least 7 years of professional experience, including a minimum of 5 years in the renewable energy sector, with a focus on market development, business modelling, or investment advisory.
• Proven experience in market research, data analysis, and providing strategic insights into the energy sector.
• Strong understanding of Nigeria’s electricity market, renewable energy policies, and private sector dynamics.
• Demonstrated experience in engaging with government institutions, regulators, investors, and renewable energy developers.
• Strong analytical, advisory, and business development skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and report-writing skills in English.
• Solid project management and stakeholder engagement experience; ability to foster partnerships.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a multicultural team, take initiative, and apply inclusive approaches to market development.

Salary
According to GIZ Salary Scale for Band 4.

Application Closing Date
6th October, 2025.