Program Associate

Position Purpose: The Temporary Program Associate will assist in evaluating proposed GHG emissions mitigation projects within our client’s supply chain. These activities aim to facilitate the development of a pipeline of projects that are both technically sound and present a strong business case for the client’s investment.

Position Overview: The Temporary Program Associate will support the Sr. Program Associate in client management through programmatic and administrative duties and provide technical support in the GHG measurement, monitoring and risk analysis of renewable energy, energy efficiency, and switch to low carbon energy projects.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Major Responsibilities

• Manage the analysis of renewable energy projects, ensuring timely production of high-quality deliverables.
• Perform calculations using greenhouse gas and activity data on renewable energy, energy efficiency and switch to low-carbon energy projects.
• Inform internal guidance and support critical thinking on the analyses and analytical methods related to renewable energy, energy efficiency, and switch to low-carbon energy projects.
• Manage relevant databases and project trackers, support monitoring and evaluation processes, and link project data with required client reporting.
• Assist in organizing meetings, record meeting minutes, and ensure follow-up of next steps.
• Provide general program support and other tasks as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, energy or environment-related field required. Graduate level degree in environmental science, environmental policy, or a related discipline preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum one year of relevant experience in renewable energy or sustainability industry and program coordination, administration, or logistical support required.
• Demonstrated interest in programs related to clean energy and climate change mitigation via previous work/volunteer experience and/or academic coursework/research.
• Understanding of greenhouse gas accounting principles, methods, and tools desired.
• Demonstrated international experience preferred.
• Familiarity working with donor funded programs preferred.

Source: https://winrock.org/work-with-us/careers/job-openings/?gh_jid=7564817002