Local Expert Africa and/or Middle East

Job Description

The Local Expert will be part of the technical team responsible for reviewing and assessing Gold Standard projects. Furthermore, the Local Expert will be responsible for Gold Standard capacity building within his/her region. 

Duty Station

Africa or Middle East

Key Responsibilities

·      Detailed technical reviews of projects, not only from within the region but also from other regions (covers approx. 50% of duties)

·      Participation in internal working groups focused on various technical topics

·      Support of project activities: actor identification, screening of project activities, handholding in the application of the Gold Standard Rules and Procedures during the project cycle

·      Acting as local “eyes and ears” for the Gold Standard in validation, verification and audit processes; providing local information to DOEs

·      Identification, design and implementation of capacity building programmes/workshops for project developers, different industry sectors, NGOs, DNAs, DOEs, aid agencies, multilateral organizations, government institutions, etc.

·      Education of stakeholders for efficient and effective stakeholder participation; participation in stakeholder consultations; provision of on-the-ground feedback for the certification process

·      Assistance in the continuous improvement of the Gold Standard Rules and Procedures

·      Supporting the Technical Director in reviewing new Gold Standard VER methodologies with a specific focus on local context

·      Supporting the Operations Director in preparing reports for major donors

Requirements

·      University degree in the field of engineering, science or related discipline, or equivalent professional experience

·      Strong technical skills

·      Prior experience with CDM and/or Sustainable Development desirable but not essential

·      The Local Expert must be a national/citizen of a country within the region or have a work permit for the relevant country

·      Interest in climate change and a passion for environmental issues

·      Excellent English language skills and at least one additional language relevant in the region of employment

·      Willingness to travel – the position is associated with significant travel

·      Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

·      Highly self-motivated and able to work independently, but also as part of a team

What we can offer you

An exciting job in a rapidly growing carbon market; competitive salary; multi-cultural work environment; real growth prospects; international work in a fun, motivated and diverse team