Under the guidance of GGGI Ethiopia Country Representative/the Lead Specialist of MRV program, this position will be responsible for 1) assessing the status and requirement of national, sub-national and sector level GHGs emission accounting, and emission Measurement, Reporting and Verification(MRV) activities and 2) collect data, identify methodologies and calculate the baseline emission. This position will provide technical support for Ethiopia, Uganda and other African countries.
This position will provide technical inputs to the program, especially focusing on data analysis and management. S/he will organize program activities across the three phases- Planning, Implementation, Operation- maintaining effecting program reporting and communication internally and externally in line with GGGI corporate policies, standards and protocols.
PURPOSE
Collate and review GHGs data related to MRV scheme with established MRV program and report to GGGI Country Representatives / MRV Lead Specialist
Identify the feasibility and GHGs data gap of MRV system for establishing and/or operating national and sub-national level MRV in selected African countries.
Build on existing analysis and available date where possible, determine baseline GHG emission scenario for NDC implementation, GHGs mitigation action and green investment
Implement a specific part of a project under guidance of his/her manager
Provide technical and analytical input to support project output delivery, for example compiling research case studies and other illustrative materials
Ensure effective functioning of the MRV program and GHGs data measurement tool
Select the methodology for the GHGs measurement which follow international accepted methodologies and best practices for GHG emissions MRV
Support country level communications and outreach campaigns for the program
ENGAGEMENT
Build and strengthen relation with MRV focal and line ministries and/or agencies for secondary date collection, desk research, simulation and computer analysis, interviews and meetings
Collaborate closely with national counterparts to build cooperative relationships and establish the organization as an effective partner.
Apply sufficient analytical and technical skills to acquire relevant information/knowledge from a variety of sources which are often difficult to access, in support of delivery of a good quality output
Understand project methodologies and is able to provide a wide range of contributions in support of delivery of components/workstreams in the country program
Leads the monitoring and updating of project compliance information
DELIVERY
Review GHGs data and inventory and develop data-gap analysis with identifying secondary data resource
Identify and develop the methodology of measuring GHGs emission
Develop national/sub national level MRV information and GHGs inventory and technology standard, guideline and procedure
Develop MRV capacity building program module GHGs data measurement and management
Organize MRV capacity building workshop and provide training and coaching course on GHGs emission measurement as a part of the selected methodology including tolls and procedures to collect sample emission from sector.
Understand the project cycle and is able to organize his/her analytical work to ensure that deliverables are provided in a timely manner to support subsequent work and consistent with the workplan and project cycle
Manage individual consultants and/or small consultancy projects
Assesse delivery issues and works with national counterparts to build common understanding and coordination on project activities
Prepare communications materials (media releases, website content etc.) to a high quality
Report to the Ethiopia Country Representative/MRV Lead Specialist, with travel to project sites and GGGI HQ as required
REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATIONS
Advanced degree (Master or Ph.D.) in a relevant field, such as Science, Environmental Policy, Engineering, Development Economics, Environmental economics, Environmental technology, or any related qualification.
Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills, alongside strong synthesis and strategic thinking skills
Excellent knowledge of GHG baseline determination, GHG inventory, MRV system, carbon budget,etc.
Demonstrate GHGs emission simulation and modelling skills for GHGs measurement and management. Demonstrated experience in area-based or sectoral-based GHG emission
At least 5 years of professional experience in technical activities related to green growth, climate change, GHGs emission accounting and analysis, MRV system, GHGs mitigation activities, and emission trading scheme (carbon market)
Project delivery experience, including managing the delivery of results on time and on budget
Work experience in developing countries with a highly regarded private sector company (consulting or industry), international organization, government or not-for-profit organization
Proven experience in establishing and maintain working relations with government officials. Demonstrate experience and success in the engagement of, and working with both the public and private sector is an advantage
Excellent written and spoken communications skill in English is required; Spoken and Written Amharic is assets
FUNCTIONAL
Ensure implementation of GHGs MRV measurement and reporting mechanism with IT strategies
Strong analytical skills, alongside strong reporting writing skills
Team work and creative problem solving abilities
Excellent multi-cultural literacy and interest in being a part of an international team working in an evolving and entrepreneurial environment
Strong Stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Proven experience leading or supporting project delivery, i.e. managing/supporting the delivery of results on time and on budget
Experience working with developing countries within the climate change / green growth sector
Experience working in Ethiopia and/or Africa a must
CORPORATE
Understand and actively supports GGGI's mission, vision and values
Promote an organizational culture of trust, transparency, respect and partnership
Process and share information easily and excellent at problem solving
Manage emotions and stress positively, builds rapport and resolves conflict easily
Promote creativity and innovation among staff
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