Job Title: Energy Officer, Mission 300

Organization: United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)
Duty Station: Accra, Ghana
Employment Type: Full-Time
Application Deadline: 12 February 2026

Company Profile

UNOPS is a dynamic United Nations organization that implements sustainable projects worldwide to improve infrastructure, development, and governance. We foster a welcoming, inclusive, and collaborative work environment that values innovation, professional growth, and impactful project delivery. The Energy Officer will contribute to UNOPS’ Mission 300 initiative, focusing on clean energy deployment and sustainable development in Ghana.

Job Purpose

The Energy Officer supports the planning, coordination, and implementation of clean energy projects under Mission 300. The role engages stakeholders, monitors project progress, and ensures alignment with UNOPS’ objectives and sustainable energy frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design, implementation, and monitoring of clean energy projects under Mission 300

• Engage with key stakeholders, including government agencies, development partners, and private sector actors

• Facilitate coordination among partners, core project teams, and UNOPS operational units

• Contribute to project reporting, data collection, and impact assessments

• Provide technical and strategic advice to enhance project outcomes

• Promote sustainable energy practices and ensure alignment with UNOPS standards and frameworks

• Support capacity-building initiatives and knowledge-sharing activities across stakeholders

• Assist in identifying opportunities for scaling clean energy solutions in Ghana

Educational & Professional Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Energy, Engineering, Business Management, Policy, Economics, Sustainable Development, or related fields with 2 years’ relevant experience, OR

• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in any of the above fields with 0 years’ relevant experience

• Minimum of 2 years hands-on experience in the clean energy sector

• Proven experience engaging government agencies, development partners, and private sector actors

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with the African power sector, Mission 300 operations, core partners, priority projects, and implementation frameworks

• Experience working in multicultural environments or UN system organizations in developing countries

Languages

• English: Fluent (Required)

• French: Intermediate (Desirable)

• Arabic: Intermediate (Desirable)

• Chinese/Mandarin: Intermediate (Desirable)

• Russian: Intermediate (Desirable)

• Spanish: Intermediate (Desirable)

Skills & Competencies

• Strong project coordination, analytical, and stakeholder engagement skills

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation abilities

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multicultural teams

• Knowledge of sustainable energy practices, frameworks, and policies

• High attention to detail, planning, and problem-solving capability

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their CV, cover letter, and relevant certificates on or before 12 February 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.