Analyst, CPI SF

IMPORTANT:  This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders.  Other applicants need not apply.

 

 

Climate Policy Initiative (CPI) is an international analysis and advisory organization that examines the effectiveness of energy and climate policies around the globe. CPI evaluates policy and advises policymakers on the implementation of low-carbon growth plans and measures. We pay particular attention to the fit between regulatory and public expenditure policies, infrastructure financing, and industrial organization in the key sectors relevant to energy and climate change. The questions we tackle are among the most important in the world. In seeking to deliver practical answers to these questions, we work with government leaders, the private sector, and academia.

 

 

 

POSITION SUMMARY

 

CPI is seeking a talented and motivated researcher to provide analytical support for its global network with an emphasis on Chinese climate policy and it relevance for climate policy in other regions. Under the supervision of the Senior Director of Research and Programs, this analyst will help design complex research assignments in collaboration with analysts in the CPI Beijing office as well as external China and climate change experts. There will also be opportunities for collaboration with colleagues in San Francisco, as well as the other CPI offices. This position is inherently global, involving projects of both national and international scope in a challenging environment that requires independent thinking, collaboration and problem solving with team members, cross-disciplinary understanding, and professional interactions.

 

 

 

Strong candidates will demonstrate solid quantitative skills, a proven interest in climate change, clean technology research, or policy analysis, excellent written and oral communication skills, and an ability to generate actionable insights. Successful candidates will be expected to pursue robust and careful quantitative analysis. Fluency in Mandarin is required for this position.

 

 

 

Qualified analysts will have the opportunity to work on certain select projects in direct support of the Executive Director, Chief Operating Officer, and CPI Beijing Office Director. We will place a premium on problem structuring, initiative, and flexibility in our hiring.

 

 

 

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Includes the following and other duties as assigned:

 

• Perform rigorous quantitative evaluation of national and international climate and energy policies, especially as they relate to low-carbon development in China
• Design complex research assignments
• Coordinate and drive cross-office research assignments
• Assist in the writing and editing of CPI products, including an Annual Review of Low-Carbon Development in China and a number of follow-up reports
• Assist with production and quality control of outgoing work products
• Produce high-quality materials
• May require significant international travel

 

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS

 

• BS or BA required.
• 1 + years of experience analyzing economics of policy choices, and/or energy and climate markets; government or multi-lateral experience valuable.
• Understanding of climate and energy policies in place and under discussion in relevant countries.
• An insightful, independent, analytical mind with a strong track record of applying sound political and strategic judgment in complex situations.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate complex qualitative and quantitative analyses to expert as well as non-technical audiences.
• Mandarin fluency required (written and spoken) and other foreign language skills preferred.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong project management skills.
• Professionalism, poise, sense of humor, enthusiasm for working as part of a team, and ability to interact with a diverse array of people.

 

 

 

TITLE AND COMPENSATION

 

CPI is hiring for one position. The last day to apply is February 15. The position will be located in San Francisco, USA. Title and highly competitive compensation will be based on experience.

 

 

 

TO APPLY

 

Please send your application including cover letter, CV, one example of recent work, and salary requirements to jobs@cpisf.org.

 

No phone calls, please.

 

Climate Policy Initiative is an equal opportunity employer.