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Policy & Advocacy Officer
CDM Watch - 07 April 2011
Job Category: Policy / Advocacy Job Experience: 3 to 5 years Job Country: Brussels Expiration date: 14 April 2011 | Contact Name: Eva Filzmoser Contact Email: Apply now Contact Phone: +3228930890 |
Job Description
Purpose of the position
CDM Watch is seeking a dynamic and experienced Policy & Advocacy Officer to lead CDM Watch’s EU policy work.
Tasks and responsibilities
- Analyse and influence EU climate and energy policies relevant to the CDM;
- Advocate and reach out to the European institutions and other stakeholders;
- Prepare and disseminate information (briefings, campaign notes, lobby points etc) on EU and international policy developments related to the quality and quantity of carbon offsets in EU legislation;
- Coordinate joint position papers, press statements and letters across the CDM Watch network on relevant policy issues;
- Organise press briefings and manage media relations;
- Influence EU policy makers in the process leading up to the UN climate change conference in Durban, November/December 2011;
- Carry out these tasks in close cooperation with the CDM Watch team and a large network of European and International NGOs;
- Actively support and contribute to CDM Watch´s fundraising efforts and reporting requirements.
Previous experience:
The successful candidate will combine experience in effective EU lobbying strategies with sound knowledge of European and International climate change policies. Prior experience with voluntary and/or NGO work is desirable. A minimum of three years of relevant experience and the ability to work independently is essential.
Professional and personal attributes, abilities, and experiences
- A strong commitment to environmental protection and human development;
- Ability to work independently;
- Demonstrated analytical skills, drafting of policy reports, briefing papers and experience with climate change policy analysis;
- Superior oral and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate and adapt to different audiences (political, technical, media…), reach out to stakeholders, and present to and lead groups with confidence;
- Demonstrated project coordination and management skills and experience in team-work with people from diverse cultures and nationalities;
- Ability to identify relevant raising issues, formulate policy options and make recommendations;
- Ability and willingness to build contact networks among a wide range of stakeholders;
- Fluent spoken and written English essential. Other languages considered an advantage.
Availability:
We are looking for a candidate available to join our team as of May 2011. The Policy & Advocacy Officer is based in Brussels and will report to the Programme Director. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package in line with Brussels standards. We will offer an initial contract under German law for one year. Contract extension is dependent on the forthcoming availability of funds.
Applicants should send their CV, references and a strong cover letter, addressing the competencies required to info@cdm-watch.org. Only highly motivated and experienced candidates will be considered.
Closing date: 15 April 2011. Interviews will be held on 20 April 2011.
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Policy & Advocacy Officer
CDM Watch - 07 April 2011
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Job Category: Policy / Advocacy
Job Experience: 3 to 5 years
Job Country: Brussels
Expiration date: 14 April 2011
Contact Name: Eva Filzmoser
Contact Email: Apply now
Contact Phone: +3228930890
Job Description
Purpose of the position
CDM Watch is seeking a dynamic and experienced Policy & Advocacy Officer to lead CDM Watch’s EU policy work.
Tasks and responsibilities
Analyse and influence EU climate and energy policies relevant to the CDM;
Advocate and reach out to the European institutions and other stakeholders;
Prepare and disseminate information (briefings, campaign notes, lobby points etc) on EU and international policy developments related to the quality and quantity of carbon offsets in EU legislation;
Coordinate joint position papers, press statements and letters across the CDM Watch network on relevant policy issues;
Organise press briefings and manage media relations;
Influence EU policy makers in the process leading up to the UN climate change conference in Durban, November/December 2011;
Carry out these tasks in close cooperation with the CDM Watch team and a large network of European and International NGOs;
Actively support and contribute to CDM Watch´s fundraising efforts and reporting requirements.
Previous experience:
The successful candidate will combine experience in effective EU lobbying strategies with sound knowledge of European and International climate change policies. Prior experience with voluntary and/or NGO work is desirable. A minimum of three years of relevant experience and the ability to work independently is essential.
Professional and personal attributes, abilities, and experiences
A strong commitment to environmental protection and human development;
Ability to work independently;
Demonstrated analytical skills, drafting of policy reports, briefing papers and experience with climate change policy analysis;
Superior oral and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate and adapt to different audiences (political, technical, media…), reach out to stakeholders, and present to and lead groups with confidence;
Demonstrated project coordination and management skills and experience in team-work with people from diverse cultures and nationalities;
Ability to identify relevant raising issues, formulate policy options and make recommendations;
Ability and willingness to build contact networks among a wide range of stakeholders;
Fluent spoken and written English essential. Other languages considered an advantage.
Availability:
We are looking for a candidate available to join our team as of May 2011. The Policy & Advocacy Officer is based in Brussels and will report to the Programme Director. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package in line with Brussels standards. We will offer an initial contract under German law for one year. Contract extension is dependent on the forthcoming availability of funds.
Applicants should send their CV, references and a strong cover letter, addressing the competencies required to info@cdm-watch.org. Only highly motivated and experienced candidates will be considered.
Closing date: 15 April 2011. Interviews will be held on 20 April 2011.
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