Associate Programme Officer – Planning and Programme Support, P-2

 Vacancy Announcement

Secretariat of International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)

Planning and Programme Support (PPS)

Publication Date\:                             3 March 2021

Deadline for Application\:                23 March 2021 (at midnight, Abu Dhabi Time)

Title and Grade\:                               Associate Programme Officer – Planning and Programme Support, P-2

Indicative Annual Salary\:                USD 48,805 to USD 56,904 and other benefits[1]

Duration of Appointment\:              One year, with possible extension

Duty Station\:                                    Bonn, Germany

Entry on Duty\:                                 As soon as possible

Introduction

The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) is an inter-governmental organisation mandated with the widespread and increased adoption and sustainable use of all forms of renewable energy. At present, IRENA has 162 Members (161 States and the European Union) that acceded to its Statute, and 21 additional States in the process of accession and actively engaged. IRENA supports countries in their transition to a sustainable energy future, and serves as the principal platform for international cooperation, a centre of excellence, and a repository of policy, technology, resource and financial knowledge on renewable energy. The Agency implements its mandate with the view to sustainable development, increased energy security and low-carbon economic growth and prosperity.

IRENA Planning and Programme Support office, located in the Office of the Director-General,  is responsible for internal coordination and the strategic integration of extra-budgetary resources in IRENA’s programmatic work; timely reporting on programmatic matters to governing bodies and individual donors; monitoring and evaluation of Agency work; strengthening IRENA’s presence in Europe,; and leading cross-cutting Agency initiatives, including energy transformation in the contexts of climate change and geopolitics, as required.

PPS leads IRENA’s external work on climate including in the context of UNFCCC’s Global Climate Action, the NDC Partnership and other collaborative efforts that promote the energy sector transformation through climate action. Under the supervision of the Director, Planning and Programme Support office, the Associate Programme Officer will be responsible for the following\:

Duties and Responsibilities

• Internal and external stakeholder engagement and communication in the context of climate change, including through Marrakech Partnership for Global Climate Action and NDC Partnership;
• Conduct extensive research and analysis of climate change issues as it relates to energy;
• Proactively search for and identify new links and opportunities – both internal and external – to achieve greater impact for the Agency in the climate change sector; 
• Take a leading role in the preparation for and IRENA presence at climate events, such as COP, including the organizational aspects and follow-up actions as required;
• Prepare analytical briefs, background notes, presentations, and other materials;
• Attend meetings and other gatherings upon request; and
• Support the work of other areas of PPS responsibility as required;

Competencies

Professionalism\: Knowledge of and ability to apply concepts in the area of climate and environmental affairs. Ability to undertake research, analyse data, make recommendations and write reports. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; is accurate and pays attention to details; operates in compliance with organisational regulations and rules; takes responsibility for own performance; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.

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; tailor language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Teamwork\: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organisational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Accountability\: Stands accountable for the accuracy and completeness of information under his/her control and handling of the information in a discreet and confidential manner; takes ownership for all responsibilities and honour commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes ownership of delegated responsibilities and authorities; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

Qualifications

Education\: Advanced university degree in social science, international relations, political science or related field. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience/Skills\: At least two years of progressively responsible working experience in a relevant energy and/or climate-related field, with experience at the international level desirable; knowledge of climate and COP setting and previous experience working in international organisations is an asset. 

Languages\: Excellent command of written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of other languages is an asset

Qualified candidates must apply for the abovementioned vacancy on-line, through IRENA’s recruitment platform, Taleo by submitting a complete and comprehensive CV and a letter of interest, including details of three professional references who will be contacted if their application is shortlisted.

Applications from qualified women are highly encouraged.

Please note that only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted for an interview and will receive notice of the outcome of the selection process.