Associate, Carbon at Evidence Action

Duties And Responsibilities

• Support the carbon manager in Country Designated National Authorities (DNA) Needs: Assist the Carbon team in addressing the specific requirements of DNAs related to Article 6 transitions
• Meeting Coordination: Coordinate with Country Leads to arrange meetings with DNAs, ensuring effective communication and collaboration
• Implementation Framework Support: Aid in the development and execution of the implementation framework for transitioning carbon projects to Article 6, aligning with country DNA requirements
• Policy Review and Analysis: Review and analyze country-specific climate change and carbon policies, including Acts of Parliament, to ensure compliance and strategic alignment
• Plan Preparation: Prepare detailed plans and presentations for submission to government bodies, facilitating approval and support for carbon initiatives
• Staff Training: Conduct training sessions for staff on carbon policy interventions, enhancing their understanding and capabilities in this area
• Partnership Development: Develop and maintain partnerships within the carbon sector, fostering collaboration and expanding the program's impact
• Documentation and Reporting: Document lessons learned throughout the transition process, contributing to continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the team

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with strong project management skills, and having a degree in Environmental studies or related fields will be an added advantage
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Internet Explorer
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Adept project manager who can engage and keep a large number of stakeholders on target
• Experience in developing projects and programs for the carbon markets
• Desirable experience working in the water sector
• Experience in managing a cross-cultural team in East Africa
• Proven ability to build robust partnerships with governments, Non-profit and NGOs
• Experience influencing relevant stakeholders and working in a matrixed organizational environment
• A critical, analytical, and process-oriented thinker who forms and adjusts opinions based on evidence
• Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently and work under pressure
• Highly developed organizational skills
• Strong understanding of carbon policies and climate change legislation
• Excellent coordination and organizational skills
• Ability to analyze and interpret policy documents and legislative acts
• Experience in preparing detailed plans and government presentations
• Effective communication and training skills
• Proven ability to develop and maintain strategic partnerships
• Strong documentation and reporting capabilities

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Paid Time Off