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Job: International Energy Agency on methane

Claire Wang <claire...@gmail.com>: Dec 13 11:38AM -0500 Just the messenger here:   https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/OECD/744000098003668-energy-and-environment-analyst   Energy and Environment Analyst Paris, France Full-time Directorate: IEA Grade: PAL5 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 is recruiting an environment and energy analyst to contribute to its work on methane emissions. The candidate will help with ongoing improvements to the estimation of methane emissions around the world, track policy and regulatory developments on methane in countries around the world, formulate clear and actionable advice for policy makers and regulators, and contribute to outreach and capacity building activities with government and industry stakeholders looking to implement regulations, policies and best practices on the measurement, monitoring and verification of emissions and methane emissions abatement.   The main annual output is the Global Methane Tracker, which has gained a reputation as the most authoritative source of estimates of emissions from across the sector and the costs and opportunities to tackle these emissions. Following the launch of the Oil and Gas Decarbonization Charter at COP28, the IEA will also be undertaking work to provide oversight and accountability of the targets announced of methane emissions. The IEA also undertakes detailed analysis on the steps that emerging market and developing economies can take to improve policies and regulations on methane and provides support through training and capacity building activities.   The candidate will be part of a team of enthusiastic professionals within the Office of the Chief Economist (OCEE) and will work closely with colleagues from other teams within the IEA, including the Office of Legal Counsel.   Job Description Analytical work on methane emissions   Participate in the collection and analysis of data for the annual Global Methane Tracker. This will include: Assessing and summarising the latest measurement data from the scientific literature, company reports and other organisations (e.g. from satellite and other remote sensing campaigns). Contributing to the improvement of estimates of emissions and abatement costs. Drafting relevant sections and related special pieces of analysis. Conduct policy and regulatory analysis related to methane emissions, including Tracking and analysing policy and regulatory developments in key countries. Formulating clear and actionable policy and regulatory recommendations. Support the broader activities of the IEA through analytical, written and verbal contributions on all aspects of methane emissions. Participate in the preparation of other analytical pieces undertaken within OCEE, including for example, the World Energy Investment report, and other country and regional outlooks. Liaison and Outreach   Collaborate with other Divisions in the Agency and other national and international organisations, the energy industry and research bodies in the analysis of methane emissions, including including the International Methane Emissions Observatory (IMEO), the Methane Alert and Response System (MARS), the Oil and Gas Methane Partnership (OGMP) 2.0, and the Methane Guiding Principles. Participate in preparations for meetings of IEA 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. Build and maintain contacts with relevant governmental bodies, international organisations, representatives of industry, and other institutions involved in assessing methane emissions and the development of new policies and regulations on methane. Organise capacity building activities for relevant stakeholders, including creating materials, organising trainings and presenting IEA outputs on methane. Qualifications Idea Candidate’s profile   Academic Background   An advanced university degree(s) in relevant disciplines, such as engineering, mathematics or economics. Professional Background   At least three to seven years' experience in applied economic and policy analysis, preferably within an energy context. Excellent understanding of energy sector dynamics. Excellent quantitative background and experience in the construction and use of large scale energy models and datasets. Proven analytical abilities and excellent writing skills as demonstrated in past work products (analytical reports, quantitative analysis, operative models, and/or published papers). Tools   Excellent command of Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel, Access and Power Query. 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. Additional Information Core Competencies   OECD staff are expected to demonstrate behaviours aligned to six core competencies which will be assessed as part of this hiring processes: Vision and Strategy (Level 2); Enable People (Level 1); Ethics and Integrity (Level 2); Collaboration and Horizontality (Level 2); Achieve Results (Level 2); Innovate and Embrace Change (Level 2). There are three possible levels for each competency. The level for each competency is determined according to the specific needs of each job role and its associated grade. To learn more about the definitions for each competency for levels 1-3, please refer to OECD Core Competencies. Closing Date:   This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should reach us no later than midnight 4 January 2026 (CEST). Selection Process   For retained candidates, written tests/video-recorded interviews are foreseen towards mid-January and panel interviews are planned around end of January/early February 2026. Contract Duration   24 month fixed-term appointment, with the possibility of renewal. What the OECD offers   Depending on level of experience, monthly salary starts at 6 852 EUR. Please note that the appointment may be made at a lower grade based on the qualifications and professional experience of the selected applicant. Click here to learn more about what we offer and why the OECD is a great place to work. Click here to browse our People Management Guidebook and learn more about all aspects relating to people at the OECD, our workplace environment and many other policies supporting staff in their daily life. The OECD is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes the applications of all qualified candidates who are nationals of OECD member countries, irrespective of their racial or ethnic origin, opinions or beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, health or disabilities.   The OECD promotes an optimal use of resources in order to improve its efficiency and effectiveness. Staff members are encouraged to actively contribute to this goal.

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