Agora Verkehrswende is inviting applications for a Policy Analyst Africa Cooperation position in Berlin, Germany, offering an opportunity for professionals interested in sustainable transport, electric mobility, climate policy and international development cooperation to contribute to projects across the African continent.
The full-time position will support the organisation’s international cooperation work with African countries and partner institutions. The role is particularly focused on the transformation of transport systems, including efforts to accelerate the electrification of vehicle fleets and strengthen policy capacity around sustainable mobility.
The position is designed for candidates who have strong research, analytical and communication skills and an interest in working at the intersection of climate action, transport transformation and international cooperation.
About the Policy Analyst Africa Cooperation Job
The Policy Analyst will join a team working with African and international consortium partners to strengthen cooperation between Germany and African countries on sustainable transport and electric mobility.
The team’s current portfolio focuses on capacity building and accelerating the electrification of vehicle fleets in African countries. However, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to an expanding portfolio that may include additional projects, countries and thematic areas.
During the initial two-year project phase, the team works with partners to build the capacity of African think tanks and partner institutions, provide policy advice and facilitate international dialogue on cooperation with Africa.
The Policy Analyst will therefore provide research, writing, coordination and organisational support across existing and future activities.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will contribute to a broad range of research, programme and stakeholder engagement activities.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting capacity-building programmes for African partners working on sustainable transport and electric mobility.
- Coordinating with external consultants where required.
- Conducting research on transport, climate and policy-related issues.
- Drafting reports, policy briefings and other knowledge products.
- Communicating research findings and project insights to policymakers, think tanks and other stakeholders.
- Supporting the planning and coordination of international dialogue formats with African partners.
- Helping organise and host joint events, workshops, meetings and exchange programmes.
- Preparing content and logistical arrangements for workshops and international meetings.
- Monitoring political, regulatory and thematic developments affecting sustainable transport and electric mobility across Africa.
- Supporting studies and background research that inform policy advice and consulting activities.
- Documenting project activities and maintaining partner and stakeholder networks.
- Providing general administrative and organisational support as the team’s portfolio develops.
The role combines research and policy analysis with practical programme coordination, making it suitable for candidates who enjoy both analytical and collaborative work.
Who Can Apply?
Applicants should have a relevant university degree or comparable academic qualification.
Suitable academic backgrounds include:
- Economics
- Engineering
- Environmental sciences
- Political sciences
- Transport sciences
- Related disciplines
Previous professional experience in climate and environmental protection, sustainable transport, international cooperation or policy advice is an advantage. Experience gained through internships, working student positions or similar early-career roles may also be relevant.
Applicants should demonstrate a genuine interest in Africa’s transport transformation and international climate and development cooperation.
Lived experience or direct knowledge of Africa’s transport sector is considered a strong advantage.
Skills and Experience Required
The Policy Analyst position requires strong analytical and communication abilities. Candidates should have:
- Strong data analysis and research skills.
- Excellent analytical and report-writing abilities.
- A high level of self-initiative and motivation.
- The ability to work effectively under pressure.
- Very good communication and teamwork skills.
- An interest in interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary collaboration.
- The ability to work effectively in an intercultural environment.
- Business-fluent English and French.
- At least basic knowledge of German.
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
The combination of English and French language skills is particularly important because the position involves collaboration with partners across the African continent and international stakeholders.
Why Work with Agora Verkehrswende?
The position provides an opportunity to contribute to one of the major global challenges facing countries today: transforming transport systems while addressing climate change and supporting sustainable development.
Successful candidates will work within a professional and committed team focused on sustainable transport and electric mobility.
Other advantages include:
- A full-time position in Berlin-Mitte, Germany.
- An international and cooperative working environment.
- Opportunities to contribute ideas and shape projects.
- Close collaboration with African think tanks, embassies and international partner organisations.
- Exposure to international climate, development and transport policy.
- The opportunity to contribute to projects supporting Africa’s sustainable transport transformation.
The employment contract is initially limited to two years, with an option for extension.
Location and Contract
The position is based in Berlin, Germany, and is offered on a full-time basis.
The role is temporary, with an initial contract duration of two years. The organisation notes that there is an option for extension.
The position is particularly suited to candidates who are interested in international policy work and who can operate effectively within multicultural and interdisciplinary teams.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply through the official Agora Verkehrswende recruitment process.
Applicants are encouraged to review the full vacancy requirements and prepare their application carefully, highlighting relevant academic qualifications, research experience, language skills and professional exposure to sustainable transport, climate policy, international development or Africa-related work.
The vacancy is listed as Policy Analyst Africa Cooperation (m/w/d) and is based in Berlin.
Career Opportunity for Africa-Focused Policy Professionals
The Policy Analyst Africa Cooperation role offers an opportunity to contribute to policy and research initiatives addressing the future of transportation across Africa.
As African countries pursue cleaner, more sustainable and increasingly electrified transport systems, policy research, institutional capacity and international cooperation will play an important role in supporting the transition.
For professionals with expertise in research, policy analysis, climate action, sustainable mobility or international cooperation, this role provides an opportunity to work directly with African and international partners while contributing to projects focused on electric mobility and sustainable transport.
Candidates with strong English and French skills, an understanding of African contexts and a demonstrated interest in climate and transport transformation may find the position particularly relevant to their career goals.
Applications should be submitted through the organisation’s official recruitment platform, with prospective applicants encouraged to review all requirements before applying.
