Legal Associate, Africa

The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) is an alliance of philanthropy, entrepreneurs, governments, technology innovators, policymakers, and financing partners dedicated to igniting a green energy revolution. They work to provide access to reliable clean power, reduce CO2 emissions, and create green jobs to drive inclusive economic growth globally.

The Legal Associate will be a key member of GEAPP's in-house legal team, responsible for supporting legal operations, ensuring adherence to regulations, and minimizing legal risks. This position is crucial as the organization scales its business activities and implements various projects globally, particularly in Africa.

1. Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial agreements, vendor contracts, and other legal documents.
2. Provide legal support and guidance on GEAPP’s charitable funding activities, including grants, contracts for charitable purposes, and program-related investments.
3. Offer legal expertise in developing and implementing the organization's risk management and control policies and procedures.
4. Advise on legal aspects of procurement, internal management, and the formulation of internal policies and procedures.
5. Analyze complex and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems, asking questions to encourage diverse perspectives and enrich analyses.

1. A qualified lawyer with 3-5 years of proven legal experience from a reputable international law firm or as in-house counsel in a multinational institution.
2. International qualification is preferred due to the multinational nature of the role.
3. Experience in energy and infrastructure financing work within emerging markets.
4. Understanding of the requirements and processes followed by development finance institutions.
5. Experience working with governments, public, and private sector entities, and an understanding of issues arising from activities in emerging markets.
6. Experience working across multiple emerging market jurisdictions with various stakeholders and advisors.
7. Excellent project management, negotiation, drafting, and analytical skills.
8. Ability to develop and deliver multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of diverse audience needs, engaging groups effectively and listening carefully.
9. Proactive approach to new opportunities and tough challenges with urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm, encouraging timely action from others.
10. Capability to operate effectively in uncertain or unclear situations, identifying and seizing opportunities, and guiding others with a stabilizing presence.