QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Advanced University degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in the field of engineering, energy, environment, economics and/or any other relevant field. A first level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of advanced university degree.
Experience: A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in establishing and coordinating partnerships, some of which should be at the international level. Good understanding of analysing data and conducting policy research. Experience in programme design and implementation at the field level and at policy level. Good understanding of global energy dynamics; decent knowledge of renewable energy technologies and policies; experience in energy / renewable energy project financing and in dealing with multilateral agencies and forums, including international financial institutions as well as working experience in multiple regions across the globe is desirable.
Language: Excellent command of written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of French, Spanish or other languages is desirable.

Qualified candidates must apply for the abovementioned vacancy on-line, through IRENA’s recruitment platform, ORC 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.
[1] IRENA provides similar ICSC benefits and entitlements, including rental subsidy, education grant (for school aged children), annual leave, health insurance, provident fund, etc.
[2] The post adjustment is a variable component that is adjusted periodically to reflect changes in the cost of living in a duty station. Post adjustment multiplier for Abu Dhabi duty station is currently 58.4%, determined by the International Civil Service Commission and subject to change without prior notice

• Support engagement with governments and other stakeholders for an enhanced understanding of renewable energy landscape across regions and countries and identification of areas of possible technical support, where IRENA can develop partnerships and multi-stakeholder partnerships to provide highest value addition in creating an investment environment more conducive to renewable energy deployment.
• Identify and establish strategic, result-oriented bilateral and multilateral partnerships with international, regional, national and local institutions along with the industry sharing a common vision of promoting an accelerated deployment of renewable energy to catalyse implementation of actions prioritized by national governments and regional organizations.
• Coordinate the implementation of the multi-stakeholder partnership initiatives supported and/or facilitated by IRENA, such as, GGA, SIDS LHI, etc.;
• Coordinate the implementation of IRENA’s industry driven partnerships, including the AFID and UNEZA;
• Take the lead in the implementation of the work of the IRENA’s Collaborative Framework for High Shares of Renewables in Energy Systems;
• Support the processes within the Division for effective implementation of the Work Programme and ensure close links with the other IRENA Divisions to identify synergies and interventions in line with the priorities identified.
• Supervise preparation of various written outputs-background papers, analysis, substantial sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications.
• Perform other duties, as required