Energy Analyst (Emissions Modelling) OECD
Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development
Paris, France
Description
We are an equal opportunity employer and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
The International Energy Agency (IEA) is an intergovernmental organisation committed to advancing security of energy supply, economic growth and environmental sustainability through energy policy co-operation. The IEA operates as an autonomous body within the framework of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). The OECD is a unique forum where the governments of 34 market democracies work together to address the economic, social and governance challenges of the globalizing world economy. Both the OECD and the IEA seek opportunities to work with an increasing number of non-Members of growing importance to the world economy.
FIXED-TERM APPOINTMENT: 2 YEARS RENEWABLE
The IEA seeks an Energy Analyst to conduct analysis on energy trends and their environmental implications for the World Energy Outlook (WEO). The WEO has gained a reputation as the most authoritative source for energy analysis and projections. Each year it provides a quantitative outlook for energy supply and demand and draws lessons for energy security, investment and the environment. We are looking for a dynamic Energy Analyst who will be in charge of the analysis of future emission projections from the energy sector, their broader implications for climate change and decarbonisation strategies for the energy sector.
The selected candidate will be part of a team of enthusiastic professionals reporting to the Chief Economist and work closely with staff involved in energy market analysis, modelling and climate change across the Agency.
Job duties
1. Analysis and Teamwork
- Conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis of future emissions from energy use and their long-term implications for climate change as input to the WEO projections or other ad hoc analysis undertaken by the Office of the Chief Economist.
- Expand and maintain the carbon flow model within the World Energy Model (WEM) framework, working in close co-operation with the energy demand and supply teams of the Office of the Chief Economist. Develop quantitative analytical tools to be integrated in the WEM to improve the analysis of mitigation and adaptation strategies for the energy sector
- Help develop quantitative and qualitative financing frameworks in order to enable a faster transition to low-carbon economy. Conduct analysis of the implications of environment policies on energy markets.
- Help ensure clear and analytically rigorous story lines on energy financing chapters included in the WEO or ad-hoc reports prepared by the Office of the Chief Economist.
- Draft the results of the analysis undertaken in clear and sharp language. Prepare background documents summarising empirical knowledge or recent developments in energy and climate modelling, climate change negotiations, climate science, mitigation and adaptation strategies and recent policy developments.
- Help maintain and update the global database of energy and climate policies and measures for input into the WEM.
2. Liaison and Outreach
- Produce briefings for the Executive Director and the Chief Economist on energy and climate and contribute to drafting of speeches, press notes and articles.
- Collaborate with staff throughout the Agency and other organisations on cross-cutting projects. Support the wider IEA activities through written, analytical and verbal contributions.
- Maintain and expand the network of contacts with international organisations, universities, governments and the private sector dealing with energy and climate policies, to ensure up-to-date knowledge of developments in energy and climate concepts, data and analysis to feed into the World Energy Outlook analysis.
- Promote the work of the IEA externally to a wide range of audiences through the organisation and participation in workshops, making presentations and bilateral meetings.
Qualifications: education, experience, communication and languages
1. Education and experience
- An advanced university degree in economics, energy, environmental economics or related areas.
- Three to seven years' experience in energy and climate analysis and modelling. A thorough understanding and knowledge of developing large scale energy and climate models is a must. Very good knowledge of energy economics theory and the climate-energy nexus.
- Experience working on energy and climate issues at national and international levels would be an advantage.
2. Key competencies
- Proven analytical ability, as demonstrated in past work (analytical reports and/or published papers).
- Proven ability to draft and oversee the preparation of policy documents and related correspondence on issues of interest for policy makers and government officials.
- Proven track record of managing complex projects involving multiple inputs to meet tight deadlines. Strong sense of responsibility for the successful completion of assigned work.
- Good interpersonal skills, including the ability to maintain harmonious working relations with colleagues at all levels in a multicultural environment as well as the ability to foster contacts with officials in national and international fora.
3. Communication and languages
- Strong communication skills. Proven ability to organise and summarise complex material clearly for both specialised and non-specialised audiences, using different written and oral media.
- Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English; working knowledge of other languages would be an advantage.
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