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🥝 Director-General of the International Renewable Energy Agency

Lights on Women (LoW) | abu dhabi, United-Arab-Emirates | Posted June 26, 2026

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Director-General of the International Renewable Energy Agency

International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) invites applicants for the position of Director-General of IRENA. Potential candidates must be visionary and politically astute to lead the Agency in accelerating the global transition to renewable energy. The Director-General will provide strategic leadership, represent IRENA at the highest international levels, strengthen IRENA’s global influence, and lead all programmatic, administrative and operational functions from its headquarters in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Candidates must demonstrate strong global leadership, strategic outlook of renewable energy and emerging technologies, and exceptional political and diplomatic skills. Senior-level experience in international organizations, government ministerial position or global energy and industry companies is highly desirable. Fluency in English is required.

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