Gamase Mange

Gamase Mange is the In-Country Facilitator for South Africa, embedded within the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) to support the Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) priorities.

With over 20 years of experience in government, multilateral organizations and consulting, she specializes in climate change, just transitions, natural resource management and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG). She has previously held strategic roles with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) and UN-Habitat, focusing on climate resilience and energy transition in Africa. Gamase has also served in various capacities within the South African government. Additionally, she provides advisory services through her consultancy.

Gamase holds a master’s degree in environment and development from the University of KwaZulu-Natal and is a registered Professional Natural Scientist with the South African Council for National Scientific Professions (SACNASP).

This position is supported by the UK.