Talent Pool Contingent Upon Funding - Policy & Delivery Expert - Energy Access Programme
Support design and implementation of energy sector initiatives.
Overview
Support design and implementation of energy sector initiatives.
You have:
- Minimum 8 years of experience in policy, advisory, reform, or delivery roles.
- Experience working with government institutions and development partners.
- Demonstrated policy drafting and implementation experience.
- Advanced degree in Public Policy, Economics, Development Studies, Energy Policy, Law, or related field.
- Strong understanding of policy development and programme implementation.
- Experience supporting strategic planning and delivery processes.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Effective stakeholder engagement capability.
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Role Summary
Our client is seeking a Policy & Delivery Expert to support the design, coordination, and implementation of strategic energy sector initiatives. The role will focus on strengthening policy development, supporting programme delivery, and facilitating collaboration across government institutions, development partners, and private sector stakeholders.
Role and Responsibilities
Support development and implementation of strategic policy and programme initiatives.
Contribute to programme planning, implementation frameworks, and delivery approaches.
Support stakeholder engagement and coordination across multiple institutions.
Produce technical analyses, recommendations, and briefing materials.
Support programme monitoring, reporting, and performance management.
Contribute to institutional strengthening and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
Requirements
Experience Required
Minimum 8 years of experience in policy, advisory, reform, or delivery roles.
Experience working with government institutions and development partners.
Demonstrated policy drafting and implementation experience.
Technical Requirements
Advanced degree in Public Policy, Economics, Development Studies, Energy Policy, Law, or related field.
Strong understanding of policy development and programme implementation.
Experience supporting strategic planning and delivery processes
Other Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Effective stakeholder engagement capability.
Working Arrangement
Based full-time in Lilongwe, with periodic travel within Malawi as required.
Terms of Agreement
Start Date: To be confirmed
Contracting Period: 12 months
Important Notice
This exercise is intended to identify and establish a pool of qualified candidates for this potential future opportunity. Participation does not constitute an offer of employment or guarantee appointment to any position.
Closing Date:
2026-06-30
Potential interview questions
| Describe your experience in policy drafting and how it has contributed to successful project outcomes. | This question evaluates your practical experience and effectiveness in policy formulation. | Focus on specific projects, outcomes achieved, and your role in the drafting process. |
| How have you engaged stakeholders in a previous role, and what was the outcome of that engagement? | The interviewer wants to understand your ability to manage stakeholder relationships effectively. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you provide an example of a complex policy issue you addressed and how you approached it? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What methods do you use to monitor and evaluate program effectiveness? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Explain your understanding of the energy sector in Malawi and its current challenges. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you approach developing a new policy initiative aiming at energy access? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Discuss your capacity for working with government institutions and development partners. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What skills do you believe are essential for successful policy delivery? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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