Summary of Role:

 

Mainstream Renewable Power is looking for an Analyst in the Markets & Regulatory Affairs department. The successful candidate will be responsible for quantitative and qualitative analysis of market, regulatory, policy and commercial drivers in the South African region. Your insights will guide strategic decision-making and support the development of competitive, sustainable renewable energy projects, the growth of Mainstream’s business, and its mission for a world electrified by renewable energy.

 

What you will do:

Support on quantitative and qualitative analysis of energy markets in Mainstream South Africa, accruing intelligence on market, regulatory, policy and commercial drivers across solar, wind, and BESS sectors. Co-ordinate market research activities and facilitate regular knowledge sharing across departments Actively engage with industry associations and key stakeholders. Build and maintain strong relationships with commercial functions within the wider Mainstream group and collaborate and work closely with other departments as required Prepare and present briefings on energy market fundamentals, including quantifying impacts of regulatory changes on Mainstream projects and objectives, as required for executive management, regional management, colleagues and industry stakeholders. Develop and implement policy advocacy that supports the successful deployment of renewables in South Africa’s dynamic electricity industry. Support with key external stakeholders engagement in industry to promote key regulatory and policy changes. 

What we require:

Advanced degree, preferably with a focus in Business, Finance, Economics, or Engineering A minimum of 2 years experience in the energy industry including experience and knowledge of renewable generation Knowledge of energy policy and stakeholders. Good understanding of multiple energy markets with the ability to accrue market intelligence and draw out the implications to give clear strategy advice. Experience participating in renewable energy auctions and public tenders for renewable power is an advantage. Experience in developing and presenting materials to key stakeholders to showcase the impacts of market, competition, policy and regulatory changes. Experience in working with multicultural teams and across functional structures as a strong team player that thrives in a challenging, dynamic environment and can manage across multiple deliverables. Strong critical and analytical reasoning, fluency in English and excellent written and oral communications skills.

What we offer: 

We offer you the opportunity to work in a dynamic and entrepreneurial organisation, to be part of a diverse workplace with regards to gender, age and cultural background in the most exciting industry in the world today. You will receive a very competitive total benefits package including an excellent base salary and bonus scheme. 

 

Career development

Excellent training (an average 54 hours a year)  Career progression Self-paced online learning portal for micro courses across a range of functional and inter personal skills

 Shared financial success  

A competitive, industry benchmarked and cost-of-living linked salary, reviewed annually Performance bonus  Salary contribution to your pension fund and private medical cover

 Work/life balance 

WFH in a hybrid working arrangement