Desk Officer-China
Desk Officer-China(
Job Number:
08605)
Description
The OECD’s mission – Better Policies for Better Lives – promotes policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world. It provides a unique forum in which governments work together to share experiences on what drives economic, social and environmental change, seeking solutions to common problems.
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). Both the OECD and the IEA seek opportunities to work with an increasing number of non-members of growing importance to the world economy. The Agency aims to foster the contribution of the energy sector to economic development and environmental sustainability.
The Division for Asia Pacific and Latin America (APL) is located in the Office of Global Energy Policy (GEP) of the IEA. Coordination and developing the IEA’s working relations with its non-member countries in Asia Pacific and Latin America, notably emerging energy consumers, the APL contributes to the IEA’s engagement activities.
The IEA seeks to recruit a Desk Officer to lead its work on China. Energy markets are global, with well over half of the growth in world energy demand and supply now occurring in transition and emerging economies, particularly in the Asia-Pacific, Latin America, the Middle East and Russia. China, in particular, is of key importance to the IEA as the world largest consumer of energy and is one of its key Partner countries for development of IEA engagement activities. The person selected will be the Agency’s focal point for relations with China. This will involve developing a strategic overview of energy issues and analysing and monitoring developments (political, economic and energy-related) in the region.
The chosen candidate will work in a small team of enthusiastic professionals under the general guidance of the Head of the Division for Asia Pacific and Latin America.
Main Responsibilities
Analysis and project management
Lead the Agency’s work on China, including writing associated reports and publications to meet the needs and priorities agreed by Member countries. This will involve:
Monitoring and analysing developments in Chinese energy issues, the evolution of its energy policies and the economic and political implications of China’s energy linkages to global and regional markets, with a particular focus on world energy security. This will include developments in oil, gas, coal, electricity and renewables and other resources, investment, production, energy imports and exports, stocks and consumption, energy efficiency, and energy-related carbon dioxide emissions.
Carry out and participate in specific sectoral and/or regional studies related to developments in the energy situation and energy policies of China.
Build and guide multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary project teams consisting of IEA staff and external experts to take forward the Agency’s work in this area. Contribute personally to these activities through intellectual and technical leadership, coaching and developing staff, as well as by winning and managing resources to support the project. Participate in recruitment and identify external experts.
Support the broader activities of the IEA through analytical, written and verbal contributions, development of web content and briefs on all aspects related to China. Contribute to the development of the Agency’s programme of work. Identify key priorities for action.
Liaison and Engagement
Maintain IEA relations with China, both at a technical and political level, and develop and execute proactive projects that would influence energy policy making in China. Organise and co-ordinate relevant bilateral and multi-lateral activities with China.
Collaborate with other Divisions in the Agency and other organisations to ensure that the Chinese regional dimension is taken into account. Ensure that Agency staff is informed of emerging and important developments in China.
Participate in preparations for meetings of the IEA Standing Group for Global Energy Dialogue, working parties, and conferences as required; participate in relevant meetings of other international organisations; provide support for the development of reports, analyses and information items for these meetings. Organise the participation of Chinese delegations to high-level and other meetings of the IEA.
Maintain contacts with policy-level government officials, other international organisations, industry, research institutes, universities and NGOs. Promote the work of the Agency externally to a wide range of audiences through organising and participating in workshops, making presentations and holding bilateral meetings.
Candidate’s profile
Academic Background
An advanced university degree(s) in relevant disciplines such as international relations, economics, and/or energy studies.
Professional Background
At least five to eight years' experience of analysing national and international energy, environmental and/or economic policy issues related to China.
Experience of working and organising events in China. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional relationships with Chinese counterparts.
Excellent understanding of the global energy sector and in-depth knowledge of Chinese energy policy, politics and economics.
Tools
Excellent level of computer literacy.
Languages
Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English and very good knowledge of written and spoken Chinese are required. Working knowledge of other languages would be an advantage.
Contract Duration
3 year fixed term, with the possibility of renewal.
Monthly base salary starting from 7790 € net of French taxes plus allowances based on eligibility.
The OECD is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified candidates to apply.
Application Closing Date:28-03-2013
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