Sustainable Energy Consultant (KM, Advocacy, Policy), PG CEED, NYHQ remote Req#583965

UNICEF; West New York (NJ); Remote; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nonprofit organization seeks a specialist in sustainable energy initiatives to maintain resources, implement advocacy strategies, and develop knowledge products. The ideal candidate has an advanced degree in renewable energy and 1-2 years of experience in the field. This position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a flexible remote work arrangement.

Benefits

Flexible remote work arrangement

Career advancement opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years of work experience in sustainable energy initiatives.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of other UN languages is a plus.
• Expert knowledge in sustainable energy programming.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a repository of sustainable energy resources for UNICEF.
• Implement advocacy strategies for sustainable energy policies.
• Support policy development via analysis and recommendations.
• Conduct workshops for UNICEF staff on sustainable energy.
• Develop knowledge products demonstrating UNICEF's approach.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Advocacy

Knowledge of sustainable energy

Education

Advanced university degree in renewable energy or related field

Job description

Overview

Employer Industry: Nonprofit Organization (Child Welfare and Development)

Why consider this job opportunity:

• Opportunity for career advancement and professional development within a global organization
• Flexible remote work arrangement available
• Engage in meaningful work that directly impacts the lives of children and communities globally
• Collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders on significant sustainable energy initiatives
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update a comprehensive repository of sustainable energy resources for UNICEF staff and partners
• Implement and refine advocacy strategies to promote sustainable energy policies and engage stakeholders
• Support policy development by analyzing current policies and recommending improvements
• Conduct internal workshops to build capacity among UNICEF staff on sustainable energy programming
• Develop knowledge products and tools demonstrating UNICEF's approach to sustainable energy for children

Qualifications

• Advanced university degree (master’s degree or higher) in renewable energy, climate change, sustainable development, or a relevant technical field
• Minimum 1-2 years of work experience in developing or implementing sustainable energy initiatives
• Expert knowledge in sustainable energy programming, communications, and advocacy
• Strong project management, coordination, and communication skills
• Fluency in English; knowledge of other official UN languages is an asset

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in market assessments and stakeholder engagement related to sustainable energy
• Familiarity with financing mechanisms such as renewable energy certificates and carbon credits
• Proven ability to develop and deliver training materials and workshops
• Previous involvement in child-sensitive policy advocacy efforts
• Understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and their relation to energy and child welfare

Additional Information

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