Remote Policy Lead - Climate & Trade in Southeast Asia

ECADIN; Jakarta Pusat; Remote; IDR 1,252,684,000 - 1,968,504,000; Full time

Job summary

The International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) is seeking a policy-focused professional to conduct economic research on the competitiveness impacts of climate policy choices in Southeast Asia. You will collaborate with governments in Indonesia, Viet Nam, and the Philippines to develop actionable policy recommendations and engage with industry and labour partners.

Responsibilities include translating modelling outputs, producing policy briefs, and coordinating with IISD teams

Qualifications

• A university degree or equivalent in economics, environmental economics, or a related subject.
• 4 to 7 years of professional experience in policy development and implementation gained through work in government, the private sector, or an international or non-governmental organization. Demonstrated knowledge of policy processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Ability to explain complex topics in simple terms.
• Knowledge of trade policy including tariffs, non-tariff barriers, and related measures.
• Experience collaborating with private industry representatives, particularly those in heavy industrial sectors, to assess public policy impacts.
• Ability to communicate effectively and build positive relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Conduct economic research on the competitiveness impacts of climate policy choices in Southeast Asia.
• Work with industry and government in focus countries to assess border carbon adjustment policies.
• Engage with industry and labour representatives to share information regarding competitiveness impacts of climate policies domestically and abroad.
• Develop trade and climate policy recommendations in collaboration with partners.
• Coordinate activities with IISD's Energy and Fiscal Policy teams, as well as project management, communications, and monitoring and evaluation teams.
• Identify challenges, opportunities, and emerging issues related to trade and climate policy in Southeast Asia.

Skills

Data analysis

Modelling results

Policy development

Written and verbal communication

English fluency

Trade policy knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Education

University degree (economics / environmental economics)

Job description

The International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) is seeking a policy-focused professional to conduct economic research on the competitiveness impacts of climate policy choices in Southeast Asia. You will collaborate with governments in Indonesia, Viet Nam, and the Philippines to develop actionable policy recommendations and engage with industry and labour partners.

Responsibilities include translating modelling outputs, producing policy briefs, and coordinating with IISD teams