9 Climate Risk jobs in South Africa

Senior Specialist, Climate Risk, Analytics Job Overview Business Segment: Corporate & Investment Banking Location: ZA, GP, Johannesburg, Baker Street 30 To shape the climate risk management framework, policies and minimum standards for the Standard Bank Group in order to influence decisions pertaining to reducing carbon emissions in line with net zero targets, providing better sustainability reporting and transparency, and adapting to unavoidable climatic risks. Provide subject matter expertise in quantifying, reporting and managing the BU portfolio climate risk profile. Qualifications Type of Qualification: Post Graduate DegreeField of Study: Business Commerce, Environmental Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, Quantitative Studies Experience Required: At least 8 years experience in quantitative model development. Proven track record of being a specialist in the field and providing expert advice and guidance to senior leaders. At least 8 years experience and deep expertise in key financial risk types such as Credit or Market risk, with an excellent understanding of key risk management tools and measurement techniques, as well as portfolio stress testing, scenario analysis, regulatory frameworks, and model development and validation. At least 2 years experience in the integration and quantification of ESG risks. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Company Description

Genesis Analytics is a global African firm that has worked in more than 84 countries across the world. Our roots are firmly in Africa, having worked in 42 of the 54 countries on the continent.

Our purpose is to unlock value through seeking solutions with our clients. The foundation of our distinctive delivery is in the technical skills and deep sector knowledge we have developed through our work in the area between the market and the state.

Established in 1998, Genesis is headquartered in Joburg and our operations include corporate offices in Abidjan, Nairobi, Lagos and London. We also have representation in India, the UAE and Canada so we can work closely with our clients in finding scalable solutions that will work in the real world.

We have expertise in behavioural economics, climate and disaster risk finance, competition economics and regulation, the digital economy and regulation, economic impact assessments, financial services strategy, human development, monitoring and evaluation, public health and financing, shared value and corporate impact, as well as youth employment. Some of our best work has been through leveraging our complementary areas of expertise to find fresh solutions.

Our clients include all levels of government, regulators, banks, development finance institutions, law firms, development agencies, foundations, as well as regional and international organisations.

About the Climate Finance and Economics Practice

Climate Finance and Economics is a new and growing practice at Genesis. Our purpose is to unlock value by increasing flows of climate finance from higher to lower income countries, fostering the role of the private sector in climate finance and improving the preparedness of societies to address the climate change emergency proactively and adequately.

We put our minds to work transforming society positively, doing work that is interesting, meaningful and profitable.

Our culture is one of excellence, purpose, ethics, continuous growth, fairness, fun and belonging. We work in flat team structure that prizes sustainable work-life integration, is family-friendly and financially rewarding.

Themes of work  

• Unlocking access to international climate funding
• Enhancing the use of evidence and data to address the climate emergency
• Providing and enhancing solutions to tackle the climate challenge

For more detailed information, please look at our website.

 About the position

The Climate Financing and Economics practice is searching for a dynamic young leader with consulting background in climate economics and finance who is eager to join the growth of this new area of work in Genesis and passionate about accelerating the climate transition . This position is ideal for a person who is keen to have a proactive role with a broad array of responsibilities including:

• Work closely with the partner and build a business together with enthusiasm and teamwork.
• Bid for, design, and execute consultancy assignments for donor, corporate, foundation and government clients.
• Use quantitative (and qualitative) analysis tools to inform analytical problems. This will ultimately lead to structuring and applying economic frameworks to analytical problems.
• Solve problems with a high level of autonomy, logically, creatively, and laterally.
• Take personal responsibility for high levels of excellence, analytical insights, with exemplary attention to detail.
• Be able to prepare and lead high quality written and visual communication.
• Have strong verbal communication skills.
• Play a leading, managing, and mentoring role with more junior consultants.
• Enthusiastically take up personal development, enjoying the freedom to build a career in a supportive environment.

The candidate can be located in Johannesburg or London and be willing to travel for assignments and spend time at the Genesis office in London and/or Johannesburg. 

Skills, experience and competencies

• 2-4 years of experience essential, with at least 2 years of management or development consulting experience.
• Experience with public finance, social protection, econometric/statistical analysis
• Strong masters’ level degrees in Economics, Environmental Economics, Business, Sustainable Finance or related fields.
• Purpose-driven, enthusiastic, ethical, respectful, lives by Genesis values.
• Strong self-starting problem solver, critical thinker, and analyst.
• Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills.
• Project management abilities is a plus.
• Comfort with quantitative and qualitative research techniques.
• Ability to work closely with senior leaders.

How to apply:

• Please follow the online application process on the careers portal of the Genesis website.
• We use an automated applicant tracking system to receive and manage all applications in one central point. For this reason, we also do not accept any e-mailed CV’s or applications.
• Once you have applied via our career portal, you will receive a confirmation e-mail that your application was received, and your application will be reviewed within a few days of receipt.
• NOTE: Please be advised that uploaded documents/attachments cannot be bigger than 4MB in total, as the system will not accept your application if the uploaded documents exceed 4MB
• Applications can only be made online – no other means of application will be accepted.

DISCLAIMER

• Relevant previous experience is essential
• Communication will be with short-listed candidates only - if you do not receive any feedback on your application within 3 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
• Genesis Analytics reserves the right not to proceed with an appointment for any advertised role.
• All appointments will be made in line with Genesis Analytics’ Employment Equity Plan and Policies.
• All applications will be treated confidentially.

At EY, we believe sustainability is the innovation opportunity of our lifetime. Enterprises and people are inspired now more than ever to do the right thing, to collaborate, innovate and accelerate to a more sustainable future. Our Climate Change and Sustainability Services (CCASS) team is growing exponentially, and as a consultant within the team you’ll play a key role in that growth. Working in a dynamic and purpose-led team, you’ll develop your career through exceptional diverse experience advising our clients in a range of ESG risks and opportunities to create shared long-term value.

Qualifications

The nature of this role means no two projects will be the same. That means you’ll need to think on your feet and challenge existing practices to develop answers to complex issues. You’ll also be collaborating with colleagues across multiple service lines and disciplines to provide our clients with integrated solutions, so a key part of your role will be to build relationships and develop talent. In a modern hybrid working environment supported by cutting-edge technology, travel and on-site work will still be required from time to time as you will be meeting with key clients and overseeing engagement teams.

Skills and attributes for success

The successful candidate will have some experience in ESG advisory and ideally helping our clients to define strategies to address climate change as part of their corporate sustainability journeys.

1. Consulting experience with clients on sustainability and climate change related topics, spanning research and analysis of relevant matters, development of presentations and models to support decision making and communications and project management skills
2. Working as part of Engagement teams to understand our clients’ unique needs, ambitions and expectations and to deploy appropriate strategies and tools to meet these
3. Building relationships with colleagues across multiple service lines to provide seamless integrated service
4. Managing performance and identifying opportunities to improve our products and processes
5. An appetite to grow and develop as part of a networked and diverse organisation

To qualify for the role, you must have

1. A degree or postgraduate degree (preferably a Master’s-level degree) in a technical climate change field (e.g., environmental management, energy engineering, climate change), as well as experience and/or qualifications in a business management-related field (e.g., financial, legal, change management, strategy etc.) and 3 years of relevant experience
2. Strong technical writing skills and advanced analytical skills
3. Experience in climate change specific topics will be an advantage, such as:

• Ability to complete GHG assessments and carbon accounting in line with good international practice, e.g., ISO 14064 and the GHG Protocol Corporate Standard
• Understanding of the South African regulatory regime for climate change, including carbon tax, pollution prevention plans, energy management plans, carbon offsets, carbon budgets and energy reporting
• Exposure to various climate change disclosures such as the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) or Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD), and potentially experience in assurance of climate change related sustainability data as part of company’s annual reporting in line with GRI/ SABS
• Other potential skills related to Life-cycle assessment (LCA) and related cradle to grave assessment tools, energy (resource) efficiency assessments and management systems in line with ISO 50001, Science Based Targets development, and Marginal Abatement Cost Curves (MACC)

What we look for:

We’re interested in versatile people with the ability to take on new responsibilities and listen to clients to get things done. We’re not just looking for sustainability experience — we’re after genuinely interesting people with the ability to build relationships, negotiate and think in unique and creative new ways. If you’re a confident leader with a curious mind and the ability to solve complex issues, this role is for you.

What working at EY offers

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognised for the value you bring to our business.

Plus, we offer

• A collaborative environment where everyone works together to create a better working world
• Excellent training and development prospects, both through established programs and on-the-job training
• The EY Sustainability MBA, offered in association with Hult International Business School, through its innovative virtual learning mode is available to all EY employees
• An excellent team of senior colleagues dedicated to managing and varying your work

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At EY, we believe sustainability is the innovation opportunity of our lifetime. Enterprises and people are inspired now more than ever to do the right thing, to collaborate, innovate and accelerate to a more sustainable future. Our Climate Change and Sustainability Services (CCASS) team is growing exponentially, and as a consultant within the team you’ll play a key role in that growth. Working in a dynamic and purpose-led team, you’ll develop your career through exceptional diverse experience advising our clients in a range of ESG risks and opportunities to create shared long-term value. Qualifications The nature of this role means no two projects will be the same. That means you’ll need to think on your feet and challenge existing practices to develop answers to complex issues. You’ll also be collaborating with colleagues across multiple service lines and disciplines to provide our clients with integrated solutions, so a key part of your role will be to build relationships and develop talent. In a modern hybrid working environment supported by cutting-edge technology, travel and on-site work will still be required from time to time as you will be meeting with key clients and overseeing engagement teams. Skills and attributes for success The successful candidate will have some experience in ESG advisory and ideally helping our clients to define strategies to address climate change as part of their corporate sustainability journeys. Consulting experience with clients on sustainability and climate change related topics, spanning research and analysis of relevant matters, development of presentations and models to support decision making and communications and project management skills Working as part of Engagement teams to understand our clients’ unique needs, ambitions and expectations and to deploy appropriate strategies and tools to meet these Building relationships with colleagues across multiple service lines to provide seamless integrated service Managing performance and identifying opportunities to improve our products and processes An appetite to grow and develop as part of a networked and diverse organisation To qualify for the role, you must have A degree or postgraduate degree (preferably a Master’s-level degree) in a technical climate change field (e.g., environmental management, energy engineering, climate change), as well as experience and/or qualifications in a business management-related field (e.g., financial, legal, change management, strategy etc.) and 3 years of relevant experience Strong technical writing skills and advanced analytical skills Experience in climate change specific topics will be an advantage, such as: Ability to complete GHG assessments and carbon accounting in line with good international practice, e.g., ISO 14064 and the GHG Protocol Corporate Standard Understanding of the South African regulatory regime for climate change, including carbon tax, pollution prevention plans, energy management plans, carbon offsets, carbon budgets and energy reporting Exposure to various climate change disclosures such as the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) or Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD), and potentially experience in assurance of climate change related sustainability data as part of company’s annual reporting in line with GRI/ SABS Other potential skills related to Life-cycle assessment (LCA) and related cradle to grave assessment tools, energy (resource) efficiency assessments and management systems in line with ISO 50001, Science Based Targets development, and Marginal Abatement Cost Curves (MACC) What we look for: We’re interested in versatile people with the ability to take on new responsibilities and listen to clients to get things done. We’re not just looking for sustainability experience — we’re after genuinely interesting people with the ability to build relationships, negotiate and think in unique and creative new ways. If you’re a confident leader with a curious mind and the ability to solve complex issues, this role is for you. What working at EY offers We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognised for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer A collaborative environment where everyone works together to create a better working world Excellent training and development prospects, both through established programs and on-the-job training The EY Sustainability MBA, offered in association with Hult International Business School, through its innovative virtual learning mode is available to all EY employees An excellent team of senior colleagues dedicated to managing and varying your work #J-18808-Ljbffr

At EY, we believe sustainability is the innovation opportunity of our lifetime. Enterprises and people are inspired now more than ever to do the right thing, to collaborate, innovate and accelerate to a more sustainable future. Our Climate Change and Sustainability Services (CCASS) team is growing exponentially, and as a consultant within the team you’ll play a key role in that growth. Working in a dynamic and purpose-led team, you’ll develop your career through exceptional diverse experience advising our clients in a range of ESG risks and opportunities to create shared long-term value. Qualifications The nature of this role means no two projects will be the same. That means you’ll need to think on your feet and challenge existing practices to develop answers to complex issues. You’ll also be collaborating with colleagues across multiple service lines and disciplines to provide our clients with integrated solutions, so a key part of your role will be to build relationships and develop talent. In a modern hybrid working environment supported by cutting-edge technology, travel and on-site work will still be required from time to time as you will be meeting with key clients and overseeing engagement teams. Skills and attributes for success The successful candidate will have some experience in ESG advisory and ideally helping our clients to define strategies to address climate change as part of their corporate sustainability journeys. Consulting experience with clients on sustainability and climate change related topics, spanning research and analysis of relevant matters, development of presentations and models to support decision making and communications and project management skills Working as part of Engagement teams to understand our clients’ unique needs, ambitions and expectations and to deploy appropriate strategies and tools to meet these Building relationships with colleagues across multiple service lines to provide seamless integrated service Managing performance and identifying opportunities to improve our products and processes An appetite to grow and develop as part of a networked and diverse organisation To qualify for the role, you must have A degree or postgraduate degree (preferably a Master’s-level degree) in a technical climate change field (e.g., environmental management, energy engineering, climate change), as well as experience and/or qualifications in a business management-related field (e.g., financial, legal, change management, strategy etc.) and 3 years of relevant experience Strong technical writing skills and advanced analytical skills Experience in climate change specific topics will be an advantage, such as: Ability to complete GHG assessments and carbon accounting in line with good international practice, e.g., ISO 14064 and the GHG Protocol Corporate Standard Understanding of the South African regulatory regime for climate change, including carbon tax, pollution prevention plans, energy management plans, carbon offsets, carbon budgets and energy reporting Exposure to various climate change disclosures such as the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) or Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD), and potentially experience in assurance of climate change related sustainability data as part of company’s annual reporting in line with GRI/ SABS Other potential skills related to Life-cycle assessment (LCA) and related cradle to grave assessment tools, energy (resource) efficiency assessments and management systems in line with ISO 50001, Science Based Targets development, and Marginal Abatement Cost Curves (MACC) What we look for: We’re interested in versatile people with the ability to take on new responsibilities and listen to clients to get things done. We’re not just looking for sustainability experience — we’re after genuinely interesting people with the ability to build relationships, negotiate and think in unique and creative new ways. If you’re a confident leader with a curious mind and the ability to solve complex issues, this role is for you. What working at EY offers We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognised for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer A collaborative environment where everyone works together to create a better working world Excellent training and development prospects, both through established programs and on-the-job training The EY Sustainability MBA, offered in association with Hult International Business School, through its innovative virtual learning mode is available to all EY employees An excellent team of senior colleagues dedicated to managing and varying your work #J-18808-Ljbffr

Application period: 26-Apr-2024 to 26-May-2024 Functional Responsibilities: The Climate Change Analyst will report to the Partnerships Development Senior Manager and support the Climate Change Policy Department (CCPD under MNRETS). As the leading entity of the national climate agenda, MNRETS coordinates activities related to the fulfilment of climate commitments, including the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC). This support and coordination work involves technical, operational, and research support to the Facilitator for working closely with the Cabinet of Ministries of Kyrgyz Republic in the implementation of the NDC, NAP, TNA, and LT-LEDS and serving as an anchor to assist the NDC Partnership in communicating and coordinating services at the country level. The following responsibilities are part of the Climate Change Analyst role in the Kyrgyz Republic: Facilitation of updated NDC Support the Kyrgyz Republic and the NDC Partnership Support Unit in initiating NDC Partnership in-country engagement; Support the Facilitator to coordinate, track, and monitor the support provided by development partners on the NDC Implementation Plan, populating and regularly updating Kyrgyz Republic’s monitoring/reporting tool for climate finance in coordination with the climate finance advisor; Collaborate with the Support Unit to document changes in the operating context and provide support to the government and stakeholders in decision-making processes; Upload the country’s NDC Implementation Plan into the Online Partnership Plan Tool (or similar domestic online systems, if available) and update the database regularly; Coordination and communication with key stakeholders; Ensure that communications relevant to NDC Partnership engagement are shared with relevant national and international level stakeholders; Under the guidance of the Facilitator, develop and maintain a stakeholder map of government agencies and development organizations relevant to NDC implementation, including contact information and role in NDC processes; Support the Facilitator in facilitating periodic coordination and information exchange among partners in the Kyrgyz Republic, with the aim of leveraging and mobilizing their respective advantages in support of the implementation of NDC, NAP, TNA, and LT-LEDS; Collaborate with the Support Unit to document changes in the operating context and provide support to CCPD under MNRETS and stakeholders in decision-making processes; Coordinate with the NDC Partnership and support the organization and logistics preparation of scoping missions to the Kyrgyz Republic; Provide support in the drafting of country engagement reports and other reporting tasks for the NDC Partnership; Assume responsibility and coordinate management of specific activities, tasks and work packages within the engagement plan; Facilitate the translation of key documents, training materials, presentations and others; Organize NDC-related meetings as needed; Support the organization and logistical preparation of Partner Coordination Meetings and other national multi-stakeholder NDC dialogues, including report writing; Other support needed by CCPD under MNRETS to coordinate development partners. The Climate Change Analyst serves as the close counterpart of the NDC Partnership In-country Facilitator, strengthening the NDC Partnership’s interface in the country and operating as a liaison between the country and other NDC Partnership members. The role is purely one of coordination and supportive facilitation. The Climate Change Analyst ensures that the Facilitator has adequate technical and operational backing by supporting ongoing coordination efforts between the Support Unit, the various partners in the NDC Partnership, and the CCPD under MNRETS. The Climate Change Analyst will support the smooth implementation of the Country Engagement Process. He/she will also work in close collaboration with the NDC Partnership Support Unit and will report to the Partnership Development Senior Manager at the NDC Partnership. He/she will need to bring his/her own laptop to the ministry’s duty station. This is a one-year retainer position based in Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic, for up to 220 working days, with the possibility of an extension. *** As this is a Local Position, in order to be eligible, the incumbent should be a national of Kyrgyz Republic or have a valid residence permit in the Country. Education/Experience/Language requirements: Education: An advanced degree (Masters or higher) in climate change, public policy, sustainable development, environment management, or a similar relevant field. Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline in combination with an additional 2 years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree. Experience: Required: At least 2 years of experience in public policy, climate/environment, and sustainable development; Experience in planning, stakeholder management, and/or monitoring and reporting. Asset: Experience with public service organizations in the Kyrgyz Republic is desirable; Familiarity with UNFCCC processes, including Conference of Parties (Co P), NDC, and past experience in the government’s climate change process is an asset. Language: Proficiency in English is required. Advanced proficiency in Kyrgyz, and/or Russian is required. *** As this is a Local Position, in order to be eligible, the incumbent should be a national of Kyrgyz Republic or have a valid residence permit in the Country. Think big. Meet challenges head-on. Help people build better lives. UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunities. Our workforce is made up of people from varied nationalities, cultures and races. They speak a range of languages and have different gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. We encourage women and candidates from underrepresented groups in UNOPS to apply. Remarks: Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Application period: 26-Apr-2024 to 26-May-2024

Functional Responsibilities:

The Climate Change Analyst will report to the Partnerships Development Senior Manager and support the Climate Change Policy Department (CCPD under MNRETS). As the leading entity of the national climate agenda, MNRETS coordinates activities related to the fulfilment of climate commitments, including the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC).

This support and coordination work involves technical, operational, and research support to the Facilitator for working closely with the Cabinet of Ministries of Kyrgyz Republic in the implementation of the NDC, NAP, TNA, and LT-LEDS and serving as an anchor to assist the NDC Partnership in communicating and coordinating services at the country level. The following responsibilities are part of the Climate Change Analyst role in the Kyrgyz Republic:

• Facilitation of updated NDC
• Support the Kyrgyz Republic and the NDC Partnership Support Unit in initiating NDC Partnership in-country engagement;
• Support the Facilitator to coordinate, track, and monitor the support provided by development partners on the NDC Implementation Plan, populating and regularly updating Kyrgyz Republic’s monitoring/reporting tool for climate finance in coordination with the climate finance advisor;
• Collaborate with the Support Unit to document changes in the operating context and provide support to the government and stakeholders in decision-making processes;
• Upload the country’s NDC Implementation Plan into the Online Partnership Plan Tool (or similar domestic online systems, if available) and update the database regularly;
• Coordination and communication with key stakeholders;
• Ensure that communications relevant to NDC Partnership engagement are shared with relevant national and international level stakeholders;
• Under the guidance of the Facilitator, develop and maintain a stakeholder map of government agencies and development organizations relevant to NDC implementation, including contact information and role in NDC processes;
• Support the Facilitator in facilitating periodic coordination and information exchange among partners in the Kyrgyz Republic, with the aim of leveraging and mobilizing their respective advantages in support of the implementation of NDC, NAP, TNA, and LT-LEDS;
• Collaborate with the Support Unit to document changes in the operating context and provide support to CCPD under MNRETS and stakeholders in decision-making processes;
• Coordinate with the NDC Partnership and support the organization and logistics preparation of scoping missions to the Kyrgyz Republic;
• Provide support in the drafting of country engagement reports and other reporting tasks for the NDC Partnership;
• Assume responsibility and coordinate management of specific activities, tasks and work packages within the engagement plan;
• Facilitate the translation of key documents, training materials, presentations and others;
• Organize NDC-related meetings as needed;
• Support the organization and logistical preparation of Partner Coordination Meetings and other national multi-stakeholder NDC dialogues, including report writing;
• Other support needed by CCPD under MNRETS to coordinate development partners.

The Climate Change Analyst serves as the close counterpart of the NDC Partnership In-country Facilitator, strengthening the NDC Partnership’s interface in the country and operating as a liaison between the country and other NDC Partnership members. The role is purely one of coordination and supportive facilitation. The Climate Change Analyst ensures that the Facilitator has adequate technical and operational backing by supporting ongoing coordination efforts between the Support Unit, the various partners in the NDC Partnership, and the CCPD under MNRETS. The Climate Change Analyst will support the smooth implementation of the Country Engagement Process. He/she will also work in close collaboration with the NDC Partnership Support Unit and will report to the Partnership Development Senior Manager at the NDC Partnership. He/she will need to bring his/her own laptop to the ministry’s duty station.

This is a one-year retainer position based in Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic, for up to 220 working days, with the possibility of an extension.

*** As this is a Local Position, in order to be eligible, the incumbent should be a national of Kyrgyz Republic or have a valid residence permit in the Country.

Education/Experience/Language requirements:

Education:

• An advanced degree (Masters or higher) in climate change, public policy, sustainable development, environment management, or a similar relevant field.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline in combination with an additional 2 years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.

Experience:

Required:

• At least 2 years of experience in public policy, climate/environment, and sustainable development;
• Experience in planning, stakeholder management, and/or monitoring and reporting.

Asset:

• Experience with public service organizations in the Kyrgyz Republic is desirable;
• Familiarity with UNFCCC processes, including Conference of Parties (CoP), NDC, and past experience in the government’s climate change process is an asset.

Language:

• Proficiency in English is required.
• Advanced proficiency in Kyrgyz, and/or Russian is required.

*** As this is a Local Position, in order to be eligible, the incumbent should be a national of Kyrgyz Republic or have a valid residence permit in the Country.

Think big. Meet challenges head-on. Help people build better lives. UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunities. Our workforce is made up of people from varied nationalities, cultures and races. They speak a range of languages and have different gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. We encourage women and candidates from underrepresented groups in UNOPS to apply.

Remarks: Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

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Application period: 26-Apr-2024 to 26-May-2024 Functional Responsibilities: The Climate Change Analyst will report to the Partnerships Development Senior Manager and support the Climate Change Policy Department (CCPD under MNRETS). As the leading entity of the national climate agenda, MNRETS coordinates activities related to the fulfilment of climate commitments, including the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC). This support and coordination work involves technical, operational, and research support to the Facilitator for working closely with the Cabinet of Ministries of Kyrgyz Republic in the implementation of the NDC, NAP, TNA, and LT-LEDS and serving as an anchor to assist the NDC Partnership in communicating and coordinating services at the country level. The following responsibilities are part of the Climate Change Analyst role in the Kyrgyz Republic: Facilitation of updated NDC Support the Kyrgyz Republic and the NDC Partnership Support Unit in initiating NDC Partnership in-country engagement; Support the Facilitator to coordinate, track, and monitor the support provided by development partners on the NDC Implementation Plan, populating and regularly updating Kyrgyz Republic’s monitoring/reporting tool for climate finance in coordination with the climate finance advisor; Collaborate with the Support Unit to document changes in the operating context and provide support to the government and stakeholders in decision-making processes; Upload the country’s NDC Implementation Plan into the Online Partnership Plan Tool (or similar domestic online systems, if available) and update the database regularly; Coordination and communication with key stakeholders; Ensure that communications relevant to NDC Partnership engagement are shared with relevant national and international level stakeholders; Under the guidance of the Facilitator, develop and maintain a stakeholder map of government agencies and development organizations relevant to NDC implementation, including contact information and role in NDC processes; Support the Facilitator in facilitating periodic coordination and information exchange among partners in the Kyrgyz Republic, with the aim of leveraging and mobilizing their respective advantages in support of the implementation of NDC, NAP, TNA, and LT-LEDS; Collaborate with the Support Unit to document changes in the operating context and provide support to CCPD under MNRETS and stakeholders in decision-making processes; Coordinate with the NDC Partnership and support the organization and logistics preparation of scoping missions to the Kyrgyz Republic; Provide support in the drafting of country engagement reports and other reporting tasks for the NDC Partnership; Assume responsibility and coordinate management of specific activities, tasks and work packages within the engagement plan; Facilitate the translation of key documents, training materials, presentations and others; Organize NDC-related meetings as needed; Support the organization and logistical preparation of Partner Coordination Meetings and other national multi-stakeholder NDC dialogues, including report writing; Other support needed by CCPD under MNRETS to coordinate development partners. The Climate Change Analyst serves as the close counterpart of the NDC Partnership In-country Facilitator, strengthening the NDC Partnership’s interface in the country and operating as a liaison between the country and other NDC Partnership members. The role is purely one of coordination and supportive facilitation. The Climate Change Analyst ensures that the Facilitator has adequate technical and operational backing by supporting ongoing coordination efforts between the Support Unit, the various partners in the NDC Partnership, and the CCPD under MNRETS. The Climate Change Analyst will support the smooth implementation of the Country Engagement Process. He/she will also work in close collaboration with the NDC Partnership Support Unit and will report to the Partnership Development Senior Manager at the NDC Partnership. He/she will need to bring his/her own laptop to the ministry’s duty station. This is a one-year retainer position based in Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic, for up to 220 working days, with the possibility of an extension. *** As this is a Local Position, in order to be eligible, the incumbent should be a national of Kyrgyz Republic or have a valid residence permit in the Country. Education/Experience/Language requirements: Education: An advanced degree (Masters or higher) in climate change, public policy, sustainable development, environment management, or a similar relevant field. Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline in combination with an additional 2 years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree. Experience: Required: At least 2 years of experience in public policy, climate/environment, and sustainable development; Experience in planning, stakeholder management, and/or monitoring and reporting. Asset: Experience with public service organizations in the Kyrgyz Republic is desirable; Familiarity with UNFCCC processes, including Conference of Parties (Co P), NDC, and past experience in the government’s climate change process is an asset. Language: Proficiency in English is required. Advanced proficiency in Kyrgyz, and/or Russian is required. *** As this is a Local Position, in order to be eligible, the incumbent should be a national of Kyrgyz Republic or have a valid residence permit in the Country. Think big. Meet challenges head-on. Help people build better lives. UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunities. Our workforce is made up of people from varied nationalities, cultures and races. They speak a range of languages and have different gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. We encourage women and candidates from underrepresented groups in UNOPS to apply. Remarks: Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. #J-18808-Ljbffr