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Job Detail
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| Vacancy Announcement No: |
HR/VA/2017/O/12314 |
| Publication/Transmission Date: |
6 February 2017 |
| Deadline for Application: |
26 February 2017 (at midnight, Abu Dhabi Time) |
| Title and Grade: |
Programme Officer – (Renewable Energy Analyst) Policy Advice, P-4 |
| Indicative Annual Salary: |
(a) Annual net salary plus1 (b) post adjustment2, provident fund and other benefits3 |
(a) Annual Net Salary1:
(b) Post Adjustment2: |
USD 70,647 to USD 79,870
USD 47,121.55 to USD 53,273.29
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| Duration of Appointment: |
Two years, with possible extension |
| Duty Station: |
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates |
| Expected Date for Entry on Duty: |
As soon as possible |
The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) is
an inter-governmental organisation mandated with the widespread and
increased adoption and sustainable use of all forms of renewable
energy. At present, IRENA has 150 Members (149 States and the European
Union) that acceded to its Statute, and 27 additional States in the
process of accession and actively engaged. IRENA supports countries in
their transition to a sustainable energy future, and serves as the
principal platform for international cooperation, a centre of
excellence, and a repository of policy, technology, resource and
financial knowledge on renewable energy. The Agency implements its
mandate with the view to sustainable development, increased energy
security and low-carbon economic growth and prosperity.
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 renewable. 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 Policy Unit provides
policy-relevant and forward-looking analysis on renewable energy trends
and developments to strengthen the business case for renewable energy,
highlighting the contribution of renewables to broader policy
objectives. The Unit focuses on specific analytical gaps and develops
new knowledge that can support informed decision making. The four main
pillars of IRENA’s policy analysis include: policy assessment, regional
market analysis, socio-economic benefits, and energy access.
Under the supervision of the Head of Policy and
overall guidance of the Director of Knowledge, Policy and Finance
Centre, the Programme Officer (Renewable Energy Analyst) will be
responsible for the following duties:
- Conduct in-depth research, reviews of academic literature and
detailed analysis on renewable energy policy and economic trends,
providing insights and recommendations to various policy-making target
audiences (e.g. regional, local) to accelerate the deployment of
renewables;
- Produce cutting-edge knowledge products on the assessment and
identification of emerging trends in renewable energy policy, including
in the context of broader macroeconomic, investment and energy trends,
and develop tailored outputs in support of IRENA’s related policy
work;
- Undertake analytical work regarding challenges and measures to
promote the integration of renewable energy based solutions to generate
electricity, heating and cooling in e.g. the commercial and
residential buildings, industry and transport sectors;
- Support the analysis of economic value creation in the context
of renewable energy deployment that addresses the sector’s contribution
to overall value added within an economy, such as growth and local
content, as well as additional variables to be determined, taking into
account the overall economic benefits that the renewable energy sector
provides established markets and those with nascent renewable energy
industries;
- Support work across IRENA Directorates to develop renewable
energy policy analysis and recommendations that integrate regional and
country-level energy trends and priorities;
- Support the broader activities of the Policy Unit through
analytical, written and verbal contributions, and briefs on all aspects
of renewable energy policy;
- Support the planning and co-ordination of the Agency’s Work
Programme and thematic decisions and contribute to their monitoring and
implementation; participate in meetings and planning sessions to
review programmes and budgets;
- Promote the work of IRENA externally to a wide range of
audiences, including by delivering presentations and holding bilateral
meetings, and by providing support for the development of reports,
analyses and information items for these meetings;
- Prepare written outputs, background papers, analysis,
substantial sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications;
manage outreach activities;
- Perform other duties as required.
Competencies
Professionalism: Excellent knowledge
of policy and market trends across a range of renewable energy
technologies and the broader enabling framework for renewable energy
deployment; sound understanding of policy processes in the energy
sector at the national and international; general understanding of
macroeconomic issues. Shows pride in work and in achievements;
demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is
conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines
and achieving results; shows persistence when faced with difficult
problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.
Communication: Excellent drafting
skills in English is an essential requirement for this position. Speaks
and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly
interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks
questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way
communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match
audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping
people informed.
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with
colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by
genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from
others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts
in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may
not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team
accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
Accountability: Takes ownership for
all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for
which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality
standards; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes
ownership of delegated responsibilities and authorities; takes personal
responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit,
where applicable; operates in compliance with organizational
regulations and rules.
Client Orientation: Considers all
those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see
things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains
productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and
respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate
solutions; monitors on going developments inside and outside the
clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps
clients informed.
Qualifications
Education: Advanced University
degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in economics, public policy,
energy policy, or engineering, with a strong emphasis on quantitative
analysis. A first-level university degree in combination with
qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university
degree.
Experience: A minimum of seven years
of progressively responsible experience in policy programme
development, and analysis of data and production of reports, preferably
related to the energy sector; a proven track record of producing
peer-reviewed publications and evidence of profound understanding of
the renewable energy sector would be an asset.; experience in
international co-operation and in dealing with multilateral agencies and
forums.
Language: Excellent command of written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of other languages is desirable.
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IRENA reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post.
Qualified candidates must apply for the above
mentioned vacancy on-line by submitting a complete and comprehensive CV
and a letter of interest, including details of two professional
references who will be contacted if their application is shortlisted.
Please note that only candidates under serious
consideration will be contacted for an interview and will receive
notice of the final outcome of the selection process.
1 For more information on the Net Salary please visit the International Civil Service Commission (ICSC) website http://icsc.un.org/.
2 Post adjustment multiplier for Abu
Dhabi is currently 66.7% of the Annual Net Salary; determined by the
ICSC and subject to change.
3 Other benefits include 30 days
annual leave, dependency benefits, health insurance scheme and rental
subsidy (currently 45 per cent of annual rent subject to the rental
ceiling of AED 160,000 p.a.). Benefits for internationally recruited
staff may include home leave, travel and relocation expenses on
appointment and separation, education grant for dependent children,
settling-in grant and other entitlements as applicable.
2. Job Description
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Department
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Strategic Management and Executive Direction (SMED)
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Category
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P3
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Job Title
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Programme Officer, Governance Support Office, P-3
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Job Detail
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| Vacancy Announcement No: |
HR/VA/2017/O/12310 |
| Publication/Transmission Date: |
5 February 2017 |
| Deadline for Application: |
26 February 2017 (at midnight, Abu Dhabi Time) |
| Title and Grade: |
Programme Officer, Governance Support Office, P-3 |
| Indicative Annual Salary: |
(a) Annual net salary plus1 (b) post adjustment2, provident fund and other benefits3 |
(a) Annual Net Salary1:
(b) Post Adjustment2: |
USD 58,583 to USD 67,117
USD 39,074.86 to USD 44,767.04
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| Duration of Appointment: |
One year, with possible extension |
| Duty Station: |
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates |
| Expected Date for Entry on Duty: |
As soon as possible |
IRENA is an inter-governmental organisation,
mandated by Governments worldwide to promote the widespread and
increased adoption and sustainable use of all forms or renewable energy.
In order to do so, IRENA will facilitate access to all relevant
renewable energy. It facilitates and analyses the sharing of best
practices and lessons learned regarding policy frameworks,
capacity-building activities, available financial mechanisms and
relevant technologies on renewable energy.
The IRENA Secretariat, next to its programmatic work
pertaining to renewable energy, ensures effective support to Members
in an accountable and transparent manner with a view to meeting the
needs of the entire membership. As an intergovernmental organisation,
IRENA’s membership is not only its governing authority, but also one of
its most important assets. Members provide IRENA with the necessary
funding as well as guidance on the programmatic and strategic direction
of the Agency. They also represent the Agency’s most important
cooperation partners, as they possess a wealth of experience and
knowledge that enriches IRENA’s programmatic activities. They are also
the most important advocates of the Agency, its work and its mandate.
The Governance Support Office (GSO) within the IRENA
Secretariat serves as contact point for Members of the Agency. Among
others, it supports the Agency’s intergovernmental meetings logistically
and substantively, ensures a consistent flow of information between
the Secretariat and the membership as a whole and, in this context,
implements a number of special projects.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Director, Strategic
Management and Executive Direction, and in close co-operation with
other staff in the division, the Programme Officer, Governance Support
Office will be responsible for the following duties:
- Undertake the necessary work associated with preparing to
convene the Agency's governing bodies (the Assembly, the Council and
their committees) with a view to obtaining the best results for the
Agency and all its Members, while meeting the highest levels of
timelines, transparency, accuracy and consistency, and ensuring a
smooth conduct of the meetings. Toward this end, he/she will support
the following:
- the development of the agendas of the governing body
meetings, and the preparation of related background, on the basis
of a comprehensive annual meeting plan, ensuring that all relevant
rules and regulations are adhered to, and that previous decisions
are followed up on in a systematic and comprehensive manner;
- the preparation of sessional documentation, the
preparation of draft statements and the development of reports and
notes of the Director-General on substantive programmatic and
institutional matters;
- the preparation of background notes, scripts, talking
points and related documentation for elected officials and the
membership at large, in addition to the preparation of draft
outputs from meetings, while ensuring adherence to timeliness and
quality;
- Support the Secretary of the Assembly and of the Council, and
support elected officers and the Director-General prior to and during
the meetings.
- Prepare agendas, notes and develop ideas to propose to senior
management and the membership to help continue to shape the Assembly as
the global venue for renewable energy discussions and the
international platform supporting cooperation between countries,
organisations and other stakeholders, including private sectors and
civil society.
- Analyse meeting outcomes and identify and recommend necessary
actions in order to ensure timely reporting, follow-up and
implementation.
- Propose, establish and maintain relations and enhance regular
channels of communication and involvement on programmatic and
institutional matters with the Members of the Agency, the host country,
and other stakeholders, including through:
- stepping-up and regularising the communication of programmatic activities / information to Members;
- participating in the continued improvement of
web-based, interactive communication tools or platforms for IRENA
Members;
- developing and implementing other participatory
processes and opportunities for two-way communication with the
membership with a view to maintaining continuous interaction with
Members on programmatic activities.
- Participate in all governance-related matters, including the
enlargement of the Agency’s membership and expansion of IRENA’s
engagement with other relevant intergovernmental institutions and in
other relevant intergovernmental processes.
- Perform any other duties as required.
Competencies:
- Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and
effectively; listens to others; correctly interprets messages from
others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and
exhibits interest in having two-way communication; ability to work
in a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment and to maintain
effective working relations with people of different national and
cultural backgrounds; ability to establish and maintain effective
relationships with outside collaborators and other contacts,
including representatives of Member States and the public.
- Professionalism: Knowledge in the area of
organising and preparing for substantive meetings to discuss
technical, programmatic and institutional matters, in line with the
necessary policies, procedures and practices; ability to research and
systematically organise background material, select, organise and
summarise information required for the preparation of meetings and
conferences; conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments,
observing deadlines and achieving results.
- Planning and Organisation: Develops clear
goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies
priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as
required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for
completing work; forsees risks and allows for contingencies when
planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary;
uses time efficiently.
- Teamwork: Works collaboratively with
colleagues to achieve organisational goals; solicits input by genuinely
valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from
others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and
acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such
decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for
team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team
shortcomings.
- Client Orientation: Considers all
those to whom services are provided to be ‘’clients’’ and seeks to
see things from clients’ point of view: establishes and maintains
productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and
respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate
solutions; monitors on-going developments inside and outside the
clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems;
keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets
timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
Qualifications:
Education: An advanced university degree in Business, Political or Communication Science, Public Administration or related field.
Experience: A minimum of five years
progressively responsible, relevant experience within the public
sector or an intergovernmental institution, combined with knowledge of
governance issues is required. A minimum of three years working
experience in an international environment is required. A proven
knowledge of global energy and/or sustainability issues would be an
asset.
Language: Excellent command of both written and spoken English is essential. Fluency in other languages would be of additional benefit.
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IRENA reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post.
Qualified candidates must apply for the above
mentioned vacancy on-line by uploading the completed application form
and a letter of interest, including details of three professional
references who will be contacted if their application is shortlisted.
Applications from qualified women are highly encouraged.
Please note that only candidates under serious
consideration will be contacted for further assessment and receive
notice of the final outcome of the selection process.
1 For more information on the Net Salary please visit the International Civil Service Commission (ICSC) website http://icsc.un.org/.
2 Post adjustment multiplier for Abu Dhabi is
currently 66.7% of the Annual Net Salary; determined by the ICSC and
subject to change.
3 Other benefits include 30 days annual leave,
dependency benefits, health insurance scheme and rental subsidy
(currently 45 per cent of annual rent subject to the rental ceiling of
AED 160,000 p.a.). Benefits for internationally recruited staff may
include home leave, travel and relocation expenses on appointment and
separation, education grant for dependent children, settling-in grant
and other entitlements as applicable.
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