We are currently seeking a Policy Analyst – LDC issues to be based in Bhutan to assist the ongoing work on LDC Group negotiation support and expand our work on Asian-LDCs under the IMPACT project.
Key responsibilities
Support LDCs in the climate negotiations by providing real time analysis and policy support (oral briefs, talking points) that meets their special needs and requirements in UNFCCC negotiation sessions. ?
Undertake research and consultations for preparation of briefing papers in response to particular requests on specific analysis from LDCs in negotiation session and in between sessions. ?
Presentations and participation at LDC meetings, regional climate and UNFCCC meetings as required. ?
Intensive contact and communication with the LDC Chair to support the regular work of the LDC Group at climate negotiations. ?
Assist with design, development and implementation of projects related to supporting climate change negotiations.
Participate in other activities of the IMPACT project as required.
Your Profile
You will ideally have the following qualifications and skills:
A graduate degree in a relevant field, ideally environment or climate-related studies, such as environmental science, environmental management, natural resource management, climate science, social science;
Strong interest, expertise and experience in climate change issues and international negotiations and/or climate and sustainable development issues relevant to LDCs and their relationship to international climate policy; ?Experience with inter-disciplinary work and a profound interest in understanding and addressing regional and national challenges to climate change in LDCs, preferably in Asian LDCs;
Ability and expertise to summarize and translate scientific or policy texts into briefing papers for government officials and Ministers;
At least a year of working experience in proposal and project development in the field of climate change, ideally for submission of funding proposals to multilateral climate funds;
Ability to take responsibility, build and maintain positive relationships, value the opinion of others, and work in an advisory mode to country delegations; ?
A well developed sense for team work and ability to interact with a diverse array of people;
Excellent English writing and verbal skills.
What we offer
Exciting working environment in an international highly motivated team;
Insights in the international climate negotiations and regional project application;
Participation in an international and interdisciplinary project on the interface between climate science, policy and implementation focused on LDC issues.
