Climate Change Jobs

The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies.

Papua New Guinea (PNG) and Solomon Islands have engaged with GGGI to foster sustainable and inclusive economic growth. Established in 2018, the GGGI PNG office collaborates closely with government entities, including PNG’s Climate Change Development Authority (CCDA), and relevant ministries in Solomon Islands.

The Senior Energy Officer provides technical leadership and strategic oversight for energy sector initiatives across Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands. Reporting directly to the Country Representative PNG and Solomon Islands, and the Climate Finance Initiative for Resilience and Sustainable Transition Project Manager, the incumbent is responsible for driving the development, delivery, and assessment of renewable energy, energy efficiency, rural electrification, and sustainable infrastructure projects.

The role involves policy advisory, comprehensive project management, strategic stakeholder engagement, capacity-building, and knowledge dissemination, ensuring alignment with GGGI’s corporate policies, strategic outcomes, Gender Equality Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) principals, and national development objectives. Additionally, the role requires supports analytical work and knowledge development to ensure the delivery of high-impact energy projects in PNG and Solomon Islands and contributes to broader GGGI efforts in the Pacific region when required.

This role is integral to maintaining operational efficiency, enhancing program outcomes, and promoting sustainable energy development in PNG and Solomon Islands.