The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) invites early-career professionals and recent postgraduates to apply for a unique and impactful internship opportunity in Nairobi, Kenya. This internship offers the chance to contribute to transformative energy initiatives across Africa, with a strong focus on clean cooking and the productive use of energy (PUE).
About GEAPP
GEAPP is a pioneering global platform that unites philanthropy, governments, development partners, private sector actors, and innovators with the shared mission to tackle the intertwined challenges of energy poverty and climate change in developing economies. Supported by the IKEA Foundation, The Rockefeller Foundation, and the Bezos Earth Fund, GEAPP aims to:
- Expand clean energy access to one billion people,
- Enable 150 million new jobs, and
- Prevent 4 gigatons of future carbon emissions by 2030.
Clean energy is a cornerstone of inclusive economic development, and GEAPP is dedicated to accelerating the energy transition for the benefit of both people and the planet.
Internship: Productive Use of Energy
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Position Type: Full-time Internship
Duration: Minimum of three months, with the possibility of one-time renewal for up to six months
Start Date: Flexible, between April and July 2025
Position Overview
The intern will play a key role in supporting GEAPP’s Africa team in driving its clean cooking and PUE initiatives. This includes active involvement in the Global eCooking Coalition (GeCCo), proposal development, stakeholder engagement, and internal strategic activities aimed at economic development through energy.
This is a hands-on opportunity to gain experience at the intersection of energy access, clean cooking, economic empowerment, and sustainable development in Africa. While the internship does not guarantee future employment, it offers significant exposure to international development, energy policy, and project management.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will support various functions within GEAPP’s Demand, Jobs, and Livelihoods (DJL) team and work collaboratively with other team members and stakeholders. The main duties and responsibilities include:
1. Program and Stakeholder Support
- Track activities and engagements under the Global eCooking Coalition (GeCCo).
- Maintain detailed partner engagement logs.
- Support the management of key strategic relationships with stakeholders and collaborators.
2. Fundraising Proposal Development
- Assist in drafting, structuring, and coordinating fundraising proposals for PUE and clean cooking initiatives.
- Support internal strategy development processes, including the formulation of GEAPP’s new “Productive Africa” strategy aligned with the broader M300 vision.
3. Research and Analysis
- Conduct topical research on clean energy access, energy transition, and economic development.
- Gather and analyze data on related policy and market trends.
- Collaborate with project leads on the preparation of briefs and memos based on research findings and market assessments.
4. Project Management Support
- Provide coordination and project management support for ongoing initiatives within the DJL team.
- Support the planning and execution of webinars, workshops, and other program events.
5. Content Development
- Draft quality deliverables such as project updates, research summaries, stakeholder memos, and briefers.
- Contribute to the development of presentations and slide decks for internal and external use.
6. Administrative Support
- Assist with program administration and logistics related to the execution of workshops, webinars, and strategic meetings.
- Carry out additional duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements and Expectations
This internship targets early-career professionals and recent postgraduates with limited work experience. Below are the expectations and competencies that candidates must meet or demonstrate:
Education
- Enrolled in or recently graduated with a Master’s or PhD in Engineering or other disciplines related to energy access policy, clean energy transition, or energy sector reforms in developing countries.
Languages
- Proficiency in English (both written and spoken) is required.
- Knowledge of French or Portuguese is desirable but not mandatory.
Work Experience
- Less than 3 years of professional experience preferred.
- A demonstrated interest in electricity policy, energy finance, energy economics, or related areas will be an asset.
- Familiarity with energy policy development or project implementation in developing countries is an advantage.
Core Competencies
The ideal candidate will be proficient in at least three of the following mandatory areas:
- Research and Analytical Skills
- Ability to conduct and synthesize research on trends, policies, and technologies related to energy access.
- Data Analysis and Visualization
- Competency in tools such as Excel or similar for data interpretation and visualization.
- Communication and Writing Skills
- Strong writing skills for creating reports, memos, and presentations.
- Experience preparing narrative documents and slide decks.
- Basic Financial Analysis
- Understanding of financial principles for assessing project costs and sustainability.
Additional Desirable Competencies:
- Project Management: Familiarity with tools and methodologies for planning and monitoring project activities.
- GIS and Mapping Skills: Ability to use Geographic Information Systems for visualizing access gaps.
- Digital and Technical Proficiency: Knowledge of digital tools, software applications, databases, or coding.
- Energy Policy & Regulatory Understanding: Interest in learning about policy frameworks and finance systems influencing energy access in developing markets.
- Technical Knowledge of Power Sector: Interest in renewable energy technologies, power transmission, distribution, and sector operations.
Workplace Arrangement
Selected candidates will work from GEAPP’s Nairobi office, with opportunities to engage directly with a multicultural and multidisciplinary team. GEAPP emphasizes inclusion, evidence-based decision-making, and innovation. Interns are expected to uphold these values in their daily work.
Diversity and Inclusion
GEAPP embraces equity, diversity, and inclusion as core principles in its work. The organization believes that diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and inclusive practices are essential to creating meaningful, lasting change. All team members are expected to foster inclusivity, challenge conventional thinking, and elevate underrepresented voices in global development conversations.
Equal Employment Opportunity
GEAPP is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. The organization adheres to all applicable laws related to nondiscrimination and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply through the official application platform.
