Business Strategy Manager at Ignite Energy Access

Business Strategy Manager Job Overview Business Strategy Manager at Ignite Energy Access January 2026 Business Strategy Manager Job Vacancy at Ignite Energy Access Job Title: Business Strategy Manager Department: Grants & Strategy Reporting line: Country Director Location: Arusha, Tanzania Hay Level: 16 About Ignite Energy Access Ignite Energy Access is Africa’s leading distributed renewable energy provider, delivering state-of-the-art solutions that enable reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy access to millions across the continent. Operating across 13 countries, we are building the infrastructure of the future

• reliable, clean and accessible to everyone, everywhere. Positioned at the forefront of technological disruption and climate finance leadership, Ignite Energy Access is accelerating the shift to the next-generation utility services, empowering tens of millions across Africa and beyond. https://igniteaccess.com/ Job Purpose The role leads the delivery of integrated initiatives around stakeholder management, engagement, advocacy and influencing within and outside the organization. The role is responsible for overseeing external stakeholder engagement of Ignite Energy Access (IEA) activities and events to raise the profile of the organization and create awareness on the benefits of a sustainable renewable energy such as solar. This role will oversee the development and execution of strategy for IEA Tanzania in collaboration with the Country Director. The Business Strategy Manager is also responsible for leading high level business analyses and provide analytical input to improve the company’s operating performance. Responsibilities Fundraising, Grants and Donor Management Determine grant funding needs based on strategic objectives. Draft and submit grant proposals in line with strategic objectives. Managing grant allocation, claims, and disbursement processes, optimizing for accuracy, value to the business and meeting agreed disbursement targets with donor partners. Act as a first point of contact for all operational interaction with donors. Manage all reporting requirements and other documentation for grant programs and government agencies and ensure team compliance with terms and conditions of complex grant and contract agreements. Strategy Support the development and implementation of IEA Tanzania’s long-term strategic plans. Drive cross-functional strategic initiatives by working with all departments to implement initiatives and ensure all milestones are achieved. Lead the planning and execution of a short-to-medium term macroeconomic strategy where needed. Evaluate industry trends and conduct a regular competitive landscape analysis of the solar home system market and energy sector in Tanzania. Business Planning & Support Undertake specific ad-hoc projects or initiatives at the request of the Country Director with the aim to increase momentum and actively track performance/progress. Manage data a