Regional Programme Officer

IRENA; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Regional Programme Officer to enhance energy transition efforts in the Asia-Pacific region. This role involves engaging with governments and stakeholders, coordinating regional initiatives, and developing frameworks for cooperation in energy transition. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the energy sector, excellent analytical and communication skills, and a passion for fostering collaboration to tackle climate action challenges. Join a dynamic team dedicated to making a significant impact in the energy landscape and driving sustainable development.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in the energy sector, with international exposure.
• Advanced degree in relevant fields or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Support engagement with stakeholders for energy transition in the Asia-Pacific.
• Coordinate regional initiatives and frameworks for energy cooperation.

Skills

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Client Orientation

Knowledge of Energy Sector

Problem-Solving

Education

Master's degree in Energy, Economics/Finance, Engineering

First-level university degree with experience

Job description

Job Title: Regional Programme Officer

Education: Advanced University degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in the field of energy, economics/finance, engineering or any other relevant field. 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 the energy sector, some of which should be at the international level; experience in international cooperation and in dealing with multilateral agencies, networks and forums; experience of work in regional organizations of the region and demonstrated ability to implement projects/programmes are additional assets.

Languages: Excellent command of written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of other languages of the Asia-Pacific region would be an advantage.

Responsibilities:

• Supports the Agency's engagement with governments and other stakeholders for an enhanced understanding of energy transition landscape in the Asia-Pacific region, and identification of areas of possible support, where IRENA can provide highest value addition, with a view to creating an investment environment more conducive to accelerated energy transition.
• Coordinates the development and implementation of IRENA's regional/sub-regional engagement on the ground (such as investment forums, RETOs as well as regional initiatives to accelerate renewables in Southeast Asia, Central Asia, South Asia and Northeast Asia as well as the implementation of the SIDS Lighthouses initiative in the Pacific, including, conceptualization of the program, identification of priority areas of action, and development of the modalities of implementation).
• Coordinates the Agency's country engagement in the region, including, through country assessments, such as country-level assessments, Energy Transition Outlooks (ETOs), support for Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) and Long-Term low-greenhouse gas emission development Strategies (LTS) etc.
• Coordinates the design and development of the framework for setting up and maintaining cooperation networks with governments, regional entities, industry, private sector, banks and financial institutions and civil society in the region. Maintains existing and establishes new networks to galvanise action towards increasing the role of energy transition and climate action as a part of IRENA's Work Programme.
• Identifies and collaborates with relevant partners that can engage with countries at the national, sub-regional and regional levels to support implementation of the enablers identified in the country assessments and regional action agendas.
• Ensures close links with the IRENA technical divisions to identify synergies in line with priorities identified by countries and provide IRENA support ensuring impacts.
• Keeps abreast of trends, key topics and initiatives in energy transition technologies, climate action, finance, international cooperation, supply chains, skills and capacity, policy and regulation to contribute to the preparation of country and regional assessments and other reports and knowledge products for the Asia-Pacific region.
• Supports the efforts for IRENA's regional initiatives and platforms to accelerate regional collaboration on accelerating renewable energy such as APRECA, project finance facilitation efforts in the regions including leading the organisation of investment forums, assist and support the identification and screening of technical assistance requests and investment projects from Asia-Pacific member states.
• Supports the planning and coordination of Work Programme of the Directorate and contributes to its successful implementation.

Competencies:

Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to particular sector, functional area or other specialised field. Ability to identify issues, analyse and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to develop sources for data collection. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. 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; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Good knowledge of various aspects of energy, climate action; ability to implement projects/programmes; familiarity with the renewable energy and energy transition issues including energy infrastructure, international cooperation, supply chains, skills & capacities, policies & regulation and financing; good analytical skills, proven ability to develop reports and papers on technical issues.

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; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. Excellent drafting skills and ability to prepare reports that are clear, concise and meaningful.

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 ongoing 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.

Company Industry:

• Power Generation
• Power Distribution
• Energy
• Nuclear Energy

Department / Functional Area:

• Contract Management
• Quantity Surveying