Back Junior Clean Energy Technology Modeller and Analyst

Company Description

The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) is an international organisation comprised of 38 member countries, that works to build better policies for better lives. Our mission is to promote policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world. Together with governments, policy makers and citizens, we work on establishing evidence-based international standards, and finding solutions to a range of social, economic and environmental challenges. From improving economic performance and creating jobs to fostering strong education and fighting international tax evasion, we provide a unique forum and knowledge hub for data and analysis, exchange of experiences, best-practice sharing, and advice on public policies and international standard-setting.

The International Energy Agency (IEA) is an intergovernmental organisation committed to advancing security of energy supply, economic growth and environmental sustainability through energy policy co-operation. The IEA operates as an autonomous body within the framework of the OECD. Both the IEA and the OECD seek opportunities to work with an increasing number of non-members of growing importance to the world economy. The Agency aims to foster the contribution of the energy sector to economic development and environmental sustainability across the globe.

The IEA seeks Junior Clean Energy Technology Modellers and Analysts to contribute to its work on hydrogen and alternative fuels within the Energy Technology Policy (ETP) Division of the Directorate of Sustainability, Technology and Outlooks (STO). The main responsibility will be to contribute to the assessment of the status, prospects and potential of different hydrogen and biofuel technologies and strategies to contribute to energy and climate policy goals.

The selected Junior Clean Energy Technology Modeller and Analyst will be part of a team of enthusiastic professionals reporting to the Head of the Hydrogen and Alternative Fuels Unit (HAF) within the Energy Technology Policy Division.

Job Description

Modelling, analysis and drafting

• Contribute to the development, operation and maintenance of hydrogen and biofuels supply models within the IEA’s Global Climate and Energy model. This includes model development; updating and improving databases on production and trade projects, technology costs, policies; and calibrating models.
• Contribute to IEA’s analytical work on clean energy technologies, assessing their status, costs, prospects and potential across different countries
• Carry out techno-economic assessments of different technology options and pathways for hydrogen and biofuels production.
• Contribute to drafting of the IEA’s relevant publications.
• Develop recommendations for the effective deployment of clean energy technologies and solutions for different country contexts.

  Collaboration and outreach

  • Contribute to IEA engagement with key stakeholder communities, in particular in the context of hydrogen and biofuel technologies.
  • Closely collaborate with the scientific community within the context of relevant Technology Collaboration Programmes of the IEA; exchange best practice knowledge with the wider IEA network of TCPs.
  • Support preparations as needed for meetings of IEA standing committees, working parties and other groups as required; participate in relevant meetings of other international organisations; provide support for the development of reports, analyses and information items for these meetings.

    Qualifications

    Academic Background

    • An advanced university degree(s) in relevant disciplines, such as engineering, economics or mathematics.

      Professional Background

      • Minimum two years' professional experience focusing on modelling and analysis of hydrogen, biofuels or related clean energy technologies.
      • Proven track record of managing large and complex modelling activities involving multiple inputs.
      • Excellent quantitative background and understanding of energy sector dynamics. Proven track record inworking with analytical teams within tight deadlines.
      • Proven analytical abilities and excellent writing skills as demonstrated in past work products (analytical reports, quantitative analysis, and/or published papers).
      • Proven track record of dealing with policy-makers and industry representatives in international and multilateral contexts.

        Tools

        • Excellent command of Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel.
        • Good knowledge of Python, R or other programming languages is an important asset.
        • Knowledge in modelling software such as TIMES and Vensim or similar packages is an important asset.

          Additional Information

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          Languages

        • Fluency in one of the two OECD official languages (English and French) and knowledge of the other, with a commitment to reach a good working level.

          Closing Date:

        • This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should reach us no later than midnight 16 March 2025 (CEST).

          Contract Duration

        • 24 month fixed-term appointment, with the possibility of renewal to a maximum of 36 months.
      • Please note that our Rules and Regulations stipulate that the mandatory retirement age is 67.

        Selection Process

      • For retained candidates, written tests/video-recorded interviews are foreseen towards the end of March and panel interviews are planned around mid April.

        What the OECD offers

      • Depending on level of experience, monthly salary starts at 5,902 EUR, plus allowances based on eligibility, exempt of French income tax.
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