The successful applicant will also have:
• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field (e.g., economics, finance, statistics, data analysis, sustainable energy, international and development studies, political science, engineering, sociology, or interdisciplinary studies).
• A minimum of two years of relevant work experience in one or several of the following areas: policy research, climate and energy finance, statistics, international cooperation. Understanding of fossil fuel subsidy typology would be considered an advantage.
• Experience in quantitative and qualitative research methods for policy analysis. Advanced user of Excel and Google Sheets (e.g., pivot tables, conditional formatting, macros). Familiarity with PowerBI and basic programming skills will be considered an advantage.
• A demonstrated understanding of the policy-making and environment interface.
• Experience working in or with developing or emerging countries will be considered a strong advantage.
• Data-savvy, demonstrated analytical skills, and ability to think critically and learn fast. Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent oral and writing skills in English. Ability to work (read, write, speak) in other languages (e.g., Spanish, French, Arab, Russian) will be considered an advantage.
• A “can-do” work attitude and ability to work both independently and within teams, managing workload and producing deliverables on time and within budget. Ability to work under pressure and meet deliverables under competing timelines.
• Resourceful with a pragmatic approach to solving issues.
• Proactive, results-focused, ability to prioritize and to work quickly and accurately, with the flexibility to take on tasks ranging from highly complex to basic in nature.
• A strong team worker with an ability to work comfortably across different cultures, and be inclusive and positive with different colleagues.
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office applications and experience in handling web-based communications and management systems.