Associate Director of Clean Energy | Asia Society

Associate Director of Clean Energy

Position:                     Associate Director of Clean Energy 

Position Type:           Full-Time Temporary

Benefits Eligible:       Yes

Location:                    Flexible 

Department:              Asia Society Policy Institute

FSLA Status:             Exempt

Grade:                        8

Reports to:                Director of Asia-Pacific Sustainability

SUMMARY:

The Asia Society Policy Institute, a think- and do-tank that tackles major policy challenges confronting the Asia-Pacific, seeks an Associate Director of Clean Energy to develop and implement projects to support ambitious energy transition and climate action across Asia – and in China and Southeast Asia in particular – including the development of effective policies to accelerate the achievement of net zero emissions.

This role would suit someone who understands the transition that is necessary across the region and has the connections and expertise to be able to bring together others and generate practical policy products that assist countries in the region with this. The candidate will also need to understand how to be a proactive public contributor in this field, helping generate content and media coverage on a rolling basis to support the aims of this work.

The position is a 2-year, full-time position, with the potential for extension.   

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Working with the Director, design, manage and implement projects to support ambitious energy transition and GHG emission reductions in China and Southeast Asia through effective clean energy and coal phase-down policies and climate finance mechanisms. 
  • Develop, organize, and execute high-level meetings and private and public events on strategic, political, and operational issues and opportunities for enhanced energy transition including accelerated uptake of renewable energy and phase-down of coal, working with senior staff.
  • Work with local stakeholders in Southeast Asia to develop and implement practical policy solutions. 
  • Develop and publish high quality and impactful written products to influence policy decision-making including reports, policy roadmaps, policy papers and op-eds, as well as cultivating, generating and supporting other media engagement on a rolling basis.
  • Build and strengthen relationships and partnerships with stakeholders in these initiatives, particularly relevant policy makers in major Asian economies and international jurisdictions, and representatives from multilateral organisations and civil society.
  • Identify experts and leaders from stakeholder groups to take part in initiatives, manage this engagement and liaise with participants.Assist in the management of tasks of staff and consultants engaged in your initiatives, as well as the budget.
  • Plan and carry out fundraising activities for your projects and portfolio, in coordination with the Director of Sustainability, Asia Society’s development department and other senior staff. 
  • Perform additional duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Advanced degree relevant to energy or climate change policy or international relations.
  • At least 7 to 8 years of progressively responsible experience managing and leading initiatives focused on renewable energy and GHG mitigation policy, ideally in China and/or Southeast Asia. 
  • Expertise in policies and mechanisms to support investment in renewable energy projects and phase-down of coal power. Proven track record in developing and advocating policy recommendations. 
  • Knowledge of international cooperation initiatives to support low carbon development in Southeast Asia. 
  • Demonstrable track record in managing projects meeting quality, time and financial objectives, and managing staff effectively.
  • Experience in developing proposals and fundraising. 
  • Experience in engaging with the media, including writing op-eds.
  • Strong ability to interact with high-level individuals and work collaboratively with diverse constituencies. 
  • Excellent oral and written communications skills.
  • Fluency in English; proficiency in Mandarin and/or another Asian language a plus.

Asia Society offers a competitive salary, as well as a comprehensive benefits package. For benefits information, please visit www.asiasociety.org/about/careers and click on “Employee Benefits” to view our full benefits summary.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please submit your cover letter and resume indicating salary requirements, along with a writing sample, to: [email protected]. The email subject line should indicate the job title and code, and your last name. 

Asia Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer.