Job Details

🏢 Company: Pele Energy Group
📌 Job Title: Graduate in Training – Impact Investing
📍 Location: Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa
🕒 Job Type: Full-time Contract (24-month Graduate Program)
🏢 Work Model: On-site
📆 Program Duration: 24 Months (Rotational Program)

Company Overview

Pele Energy Group is a leading South African renewable energy and infrastructure company with a strong focus on inclusive growth, sustainability, and community empowerment. The organisation operates at the intersection of commercial energy development and social impact, delivering projects that create long-term economic value while supporting communities and advancing South Africa’s energy transition.

Job Overview

The Graduate in Training (GIT): Impact Investing program is designed for recent graduates who want to build a career at the intersection of finance, sustainability, and development. This intensive 24-month rotational program provides exposure across key business functions, including finance, sustainability, business development, and impact measurement.

Graduates will work closely with senior leaders, gain hands-on experience on real projects, and develop both technical and leadership capabilities, with the opportunity to transition into a permanent role upon successful completion.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Learning & Development

Participate in a structured graduate learning and development program
Work on high-impact, cross-functional projects aligned with business strategy
Receive mentorship and coaching from senior leaders

Business Strategy & Impact Execution

Support execution of strategic initiatives across departments
Assist with research on fundraising opportunities and blended finance mechanisms
Contribute to financial and impact performance reporting

Cross-Functional Exposure

Rotate across sustainability, finance, business development, and project teams
Support projects ranging from fund structuring to community development
Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including DFIs and investors

Data, Reporting & Analysis

Collect and analyse financial, operational, and impact data
Support impact measurement, reporting, and verification frameworks
Prepare reports highlighting insights, trade-offs, and opportunities

Innovation, Leadership & Ownership

Identify innovative approaches to mobilising capital for inclusive growth
Take ownership of assigned projects and deliver quality outputs
Develop leadership, decision-making, and project management skills

Qualifications

🎓 Education

Degree in Business Science, Economics, Finance, Politics, Philosophy & Economics (PPE), or a related commerce field

💼 Experience

Recent graduate (internships or project experience advantageous)

🧠 Skills

Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving abilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

⭐ Preferred Skills

Excel and PowerPoint proficiency
Exposure to finance, sustainability, or development projects

CV Tips

Highlight academic projects related to finance, sustainability, or development
Showcase internships, research, or volunteer work with social or economic impact
Emphasise analytical skills, teamwork, and leadership potential
Demonstrate interest in impact investing, renewable energy, and South Africa’s development
Keep your CV concise, results-focused, and tailored to impact-focused roles

Benefits

Structured 24-month graduate rotation across key business areas
Direct mentorship from experienced professionals and senior leaders
Exposure to impact investing, sustainable finance, and renewable energy
Opportunity to transition into a permanent role after program completion
Purpose-driven work with measurable social and economic impact

Company Policy

Pele Energy Group is committed to fair, ethical, and inclusive recruitment practices. Appointments are made in line with the company’s Employment Equity objectives and applicable labour legislation. All information provided by applicants will be handled confidentially and used solely for recruitment purposes.

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