CareerPlan

Chief Renewable Energy Strategist

Sandton, North JohannesburgFull-time2026-10-30
On-site

Core

Develop and implement a comprehensive long-term renewable energy strategy, identify investment opportunities, and influence regulatory policy for a major energy utility's transition to solar, wind, hydro, and emerging technologies.

Role type

Executive-level Chief Renewable Energy Strategist

Builds

Long-term renewable energy portfolio strategy and investment cases

Domain

Energy sector (renewables) + Policy & Strategy

Required skills

Strategic planning, market analysis, financial modeling, stakeholder engagement, policy advocacy, investment evaluation, portfolio optimization, business case development, cross-functional leadership, negotiation

Preferred skills

Knowledge of international energy policy, climate change initiatives, emerging renewable technologies

Technologies

Solar, wind, hydro, battery storage

Responsibilities

Develop long-term renewable energy strategy, analyze global and local energy markets and policies, evaluate strategic investment opportunities, manage strategic partnerships, engage with government regulators, oversee financial modeling, provide guidance on portfolio optimization, develop business cases, lead cross-functional teams, represent the company in industry forums

Seniority

Executive, C-suite