TECHNICAL ADVISOR – ACCESS TO FINANCE (A2F)

OVERVIEW

The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is a federal enterprise that supports the German Government in achieving its objectives in international cooperation for sustainable development. GIZ operates in more than 130 countries worldwide and has been working in Malawi for over 50 years.

In Malawi, German international cooperation focuses on health and social protection, private sector development, good governance, and food security and nutrition.

GIZ Malawi invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced professionals for the position of Technical Advisor – Access to Finance (A2F) under the ENGAGE Project.

The successful candidate will serve as the link between the Energising Development (EnDev) team and Malawi's financial sector, supporting renewable energy companies to access appropriate financing and strengthening collaboration with banks and microfinance institutions.

JOB TYPE: Not specified in the provided advert

Date Posted: Friday, 23rd October 2026

Application Deadline: Wednesday, 11th November 2026

Duty Station: Lilongwe, Malawi

PROJECT BACKGROUND

GIZ implements the Energising Development (EnDev) activities under the ENGAGE Project. ENGAGE aims to accelerate the energy transition in Africa by strengthening continental leadership in energy, advancing regional power markets, facilitating dialogue between the African Union (AU), the European Union (EU) and EU Member States, and expanding national energy access in selected countries through EnDev.

In Malawi, EnDev has been implemented jointly with the Ministry of Energy since 2013. The programme has contributed to improved energy access for:

• 2,079,670 people at household level.
• 521 micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs).
• 121 social institutions.

During its new phase under ENGAGE, EnDev Malawi will focus on:

• Improved Cookstoves (ICS) for households.
• Solar-powered electrical appliances for productive uses of electricity (PUE).
• Clean cooking solutions for households, particularly higher-tier cooking (HTC).

The programme will use a professionalisation approach to stimulate market growth through technical advice, business development services, results-based finance and improved access to finance.

JOB SUMMARY

The Technical Advisor – Access to Finance will represent the EnDev team's interface with Malawi's financial sector. The successful candidate will ensure that access-to-finance considerations are integrated into private-sector development concepts and will facilitate engagement between EnDev, renewable energy companies, banks and microfinance institutions.

The role also involves developing financing support measures, researching financial market developments, advising businesses on financing opportunities and collaborating with other technical experts to strengthen the renewable energy sector.

DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Technical Advisor will be responsible for:

1. Access to Finance and Business Support

• Work within an integrated, interdisciplinary team addressing energy access across all EnDev Malawi commissions.
• Provide technical support for access-to-finance activities, including company assessments, introductions and networking with financial institutions, and technical advice.
• Lead the conceptualisation of measures and activities that support business investment and growth through improved access to finance.
• Act as the main link between the EnDev team and banks, microfinance institutions and other relevant financial-sector stakeholders.
• Ensure that access-to-finance considerations are incorporated into private-sector development concepts.

2. Financial Market Research and Innovation

• Research the latest market developments in supported renewable energy markets.
• Explore innovations in consumer finance, carbon finance and other financial instruments.
• Identify financing opportunities and suitable financial products for renewable energy businesses.
• Contribute to the development of innovative approaches that support business growth and investment.

3. Project Management and Coordination

• Support the Team Leader in general project management.
• Collaborate with technical experts working on photovoltaic productive uses of electricity (PV-PUE), cooking solutions and results-based financing (RBF).
• Coordinate with cross-cutting functions, including Communication, Monitoring and Evaluation, Knowledge Management and Gender.
• Support the preparation of procurements and service contract requests.
• Manage consultants and ensure proper documentation of contracts.

4. Stakeholder Engagement and Capacity Development

• Build and maintain relationships with banks, microfinance institutions, renewable energy companies and other relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate with other GIZ Technical Advisors to ensure effective information sharing.
• Support the translation of national-level activities into district-level implementation.
• Contribute to knowledge sharing and capacity strengthening within the energy sector.
• Facilitate discussions between financial institutions and renewable energy businesses.

5. Business Development and Technical Advice

• Contribute to the conceptual development of innovative approaches.
• Develop concepts that support business development and improve access to financing.
• Provide technical advice to companies seeking loans, private equity financing or other suitable financial solutions.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by management.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Academic Qualifications

• A Master's degree or MSc in Finance, Business Administration, Economics or an equivalent qualification.

Professional Experience

Applicants must meet at least one of the following experience pathways:

Option 1: Financial Sector Experience

• At least five (5) years of experience working in financial institutions such as banks or microfinance institutions.
• Experience supporting private companies to access loans or private equity financing, providing financial advice or developing financial products for MSMEs.

OR

Option 2: Renewable Energy and Development Experience

• At least five (5) years of professional experience in renewable energy, environmental or development projects.
• Demonstrated experience supporting companies to access private-sector financing.

ADDED ADVANTAGES

The following will be an added advantage:

• Experience working with carbon finance mechanisms.
• Experience in project management, including results-based planning and monitoring.
• Experience working as a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in an energy-related private company.

ADDITIONAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

• Strong ability to translate financial-sector terminology into practical, everyday English and Chichewa, and vice versa.
• A strong professional presence and confidence when representing EnDev and renewable energy companies in discussions with bank managers.
• Excellent communication, facilitation and knowledge-transfer skills.
• Ability to build effective relationships with financial institutions and private-sector businesses.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good understanding of financing challenges and opportunities for renewable energy businesses.

Language Requirements:

• Excellent communication skills in English and Chichewa.
• German language proficiency is not required but will be an added advantage.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should apply through the official GIZ Malawi recruitment website.

Application Link: https://www.giz-jobs.com/malawi/

Applicants are encouraged to visit the recruitment portal, locate the Technical Advisor – Access to Finance (A2F) vacancy and follow the application instructions provided.

Closing Date: Wednesday, 11th November 2026

GIZ is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals regardless of gender, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, age or any other protected characteristic. The organisation values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are respected.