POST GRADUATE TRAINEESHIPS
Introduction
The Southern African Power Pool (SAPP), established in April 1995 under the SADC Treaty, coordinates regional
electricity cooperation to optimise energy resources and support member states.
SAPP invites applications from suitably qualified graduates from its Member States for two (2) Post Graduate
Traineeships based at the Coordination Centre in Harare, Zimbabwe. The programme is a two-year structured
development initiative aimed at building capacity in the regional power sector.
Traineeship Areas
1. Markets Colleges& Universities

Duties and Responsibilities
Job Related


Qualifications and Experience
Requirements:
▪ Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Business Management, Commerce, or equivalent (Upper Second
Class (2.1) or better)
2. Planning and Operations Trainee
Requirements:
▪ Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent (Upper Second Class (2.1) or better)
General Requirements
▪ Below 26 years of age at application
▪ Strong analytical ability and attention to detail
▪ Good communication and interpersonal skills
▪ High integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
▪ Alignment with SAPP values Colleges& Universities

How to Apply
Eligibility
Open to applicants from: Angola, Botswana, Democratic Republic of Congo, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi,
Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia, and Zimbabwe
Selection Process
Shortlisted candidates will undergo assessments and interviews.
Application Process
Submit the following in one PDF file: (a) Application letter (specify Markets or Planning and Operations), (b) Curriculum
Vitae, (c) Certified academic/professional certificates, and (d) Copy of valid passport, (all documents are compulsory).
All applications should be submitted to the following by 17 July 2026:
The Executive Director
Southern African Power Pool
24 Golden Stairs Road, Emerald Hill
P.O. Box EH52, Harare, Zimbabwe
Email:
Declaration of Interest
Applicants currently serving SAPP in any capacity must declare this in their application. SAPP reserves the right to
consider such applications accordingly.