About the Job

The Project Manager will lead and coordinate the implementation of the Energy Democracy Project within the CEJ Campaign. This role combines strategic leadership, political engagement, and hands-on project management.

The Project Manager will oversee project delivery, partner coordination, financial tracking, and learning processes, while contributing to policy advocacy, and mentoring the Energy Democracy Campaigner.

The successful candidate will have experience managing complex projects, working across community and policy spaces, and a strong commitment to environmental and social justice.
groundWork supports a hybrid work model, combining in-office presence with remote working for optimum flexibility.

Key Responsibilities
Lead the coordination and day-to-day delivery of the Energy Democracy Project.

Develop and monitor project workplans, budgets, and progress reports.

Facilitate collaboration between social-movement and technical partners.

Provide political leadership and represent groundWork in relevant forums and advocacy spaces.

Support partner-led campaigns and contribute to national energy-policy engagement.

Implement monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) systems.

Mentor and guide the Energy Democracy Campaigner.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

Relevant tertiary qualification in a related field

Minimum five years’ experience in campaign and project management

An understanding of South Africa’s energy and climate-policy landscape and just-transition debates

Experience working with social movements, community-based organisations, and/or civil-society networks

Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, partnerships, and donor reporting

Demonstrated ability to follow organisational process, manage time and ensure that project deliverables are met

Strong communication skills in English (isiZulu an advantage)

Proficiency in MS Office and Google Workspace

Valid Code 8 or 10 driver’s license and willingness to travel nationally

Attributes

Commitment to environmental and social justice values and principles

Political awareness and ability to navigate diverse community and policy contexts

Integrity, accountability, and collaborative working style

Strong organisational, facilitation, and problem-solving skills

Please send your resume/CV