Associate Programme Officer

1 week ago


Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) Full time
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Vacancy Announcement

Secretariat of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)

Knowledge, Policy and Finance Centre (KPFC)

Publication/Transmission Date: 09 January 2023

Deadline for Application: 08 February 2023 (at midnight, Abu Dhabi Local Time)

Title and Grade:
Associate Programme Officer - Coalition for Action and Knowledge, P-2


Indicative Annual Salary:
(a.)


Annual Net Salary:
USD
48,805
to USD 56,064 **[1]

(b.)

Post Adjustment:
USD 33,821.87 to USD 38,852.35
[2]
Duration of Appointment: One year, with possible extension

Duty Station:
Abu-Dhabi, United Arab Emirates


Date for Entry on Duty:
As soon as possible


The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) is an inter-governmental organisation headquartered in Abu Dhabi with the mandate to promote the widespread and increased adoption and sustainable use of all forms of renewable energy in the pursuit of sustainable development, energy access, energy security and low-carbon economic growth and prosperity.

IRENA's mission is to play a leading role in the ongoing transformation of the global energy systems as a centre of excellence for knowledge and innovation, a global voice of renewable energy, a network hub for all stakeholders and a source of advice and support for countries.

At present, IRENA has 168 Members (167 States and the European Union) that acceded to its Statute, and 16 additional States in the process of accession and actively engaged.


Within this mandate, the focus of the Knowledge, Policy and Finance Centre (KPFC) is on collecting data, developing knowledge platforms and conducting analysis to support the creation of enabling environments for investment and growth in renewables.

This entails analytical work on policy and finance, building a gateway to knowledge, giving input to advisory services that the Agency provides to its member states and at regional levels, and targeted engagement with the private sector and civil society.

Within KPFC, the Knowledge and Exchange Unit engages in data collection and analysis of key renewable energy trends and developments based on strategic knowledge exchange with leading players in the renewable energy sector and beyond.

The Unit is further responsible for the IRENA Coalition for Action, a key multi
- stakeholder network, that promotes global dialogue and creates joint analytical outputs with policy recommendations feeding into KPFC the Agency's work and initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Knowledge and Exchange Unit lead and overall guidance of the Director of Knowledge, Policy and Finance Centre, the Associate Programme Officer will be responsible for the following duties:

  • Facilitate the strategic planning and coordination of Coalition activities, including the Steering Group and Working Groups.
  • Coordinate collaboration opportunities between non governmental stakeholders and Coalition members and IRENA. Liaise closely with other teams and divisions at IRENA in this regard.
  • Coordinate and prepare written outputs relevant to the Coalition and its Working Groups, draft analytical papers, joint statements and position papers and provide critical review to written contributions from other Coalition members.
  • Organise outreach and engagement activities under the Coalition including highlevel international meetings, publicprivate dialogues and workshops.
  • Draft studies on renewable energy policy and related economic trends, providing insights and recommendations to various policy
- making target audiences (e.g. regional, local) to accelerate the deployment of renewables and to promote sustainable development; Undertake research and contribute to written inputs for other background papers and substantial sections of reports.

  • Prepare speeches or other inputs for presentation by senior staff.
  • Provide input to other meetings and conferences, including organization of events.
  • Perform other duties as required.

Competencies

Professionalism:

Has very good knowledge of policy and market trends across a range of renewable energy technologies and issues of renewable energy deployment.

Has a profound understanding of policy processes in the energy sector at the national and international level.

Has a proven ability to undertake high quality research on related topics, determines suitability, validity and accuracy of data and knowledge provided by different sources.

Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, paying attention to detail; observing deadlines and achieving results.

Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns, shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.

Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.


Communication:
Excellent drafting skills in English is

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