Energy Transition Finance & Policy Associate

IRENA; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

IRENA in Abu Dhabi invites applications for an Associate Professional in Renewable Energy Finance. The role focuses on collecting data, analysing energy transition finance, and contributing to IRENA flagship publications, including World Energy Transitions Outlook, while tracking UAE SDG7 indicators.

The position involves coordinating with the Renewable Energy Markets Unit, assisting in meetings, workshops, and capacity-building sessions, and supporting senior management communications and other

Qualifications

• First-level university degree with at least two years of relevant work experience in sustainable finance.
• Knowledge of energy transition finance and renewables; experience in financing transactions or financial instruments.
• Excellent command of English; knowledge of another UN language is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support the unit in collecting information and analysing data on energy transition finance covering renewables and related infrastructure.
• Analyse financing instruments and structures; track financing trends across countries and regions.
• Contribute data and analysis for IRENA flagship publications, including the World Energy Transitions Outlook.
• Track UAE consensus and SDG7 indicators; assist in organising technical meetings, workshops, and major events.
• Prepare inputs for presentations and speeches by senior management; support other projects within the division as needed.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

IRENA in Abu Dhabi invites applications for an Associate Professional in Renewable Energy Finance. The role focuses on collecting data, analysing energy transition finance, and contributing to IRENA flagship publications, including World Energy Transitions Outlook, while tracking UAE SDG7 indicators.

The position involves coordinating with the Renewable Energy Markets Unit, assisting in meetings, workshops, and capacity-building sessions, and supporting senior management communications and other