Project Administrator, New Climate Economy
The Global Commission on the Economy and Climate is a major new international project to analyse and communicate the economic risks and opportunities which arise from climate change, and to make recommendations to the world’s governments, business and finance leaders on actions that will lead to lower carbon and more climate-resilient patterns of economic growth and development. Commissioned by a group of seven countries (Colombia, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Korea, Norway, Sweden and the UK), the initiative is overseen by an International Council comprising former heads of government and finance ministers and leaders in the fields of economics, business and finance, chaired by former Mexican President Felipe Calderon. The project will report in September 2014.
The project will be conducted by a world class team of economists and policy and business analysts drawn from, and supported by, a partnership of eight leading global economic and policy institutions: the Climate Policy Initiative, Ethiopian Development Research Institute, Global Green Growth Institute, Indian Council on International Economic Relations, Stockholm Environment Institute, Tsinghua University and World Resources Institute. A range of other institutions will be invited to participate in aspects of the research program, including the World Bank and regional development banks, the International Monetary Fund, International Energy Agency and Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development. An advisory group of leading economists from developed and developing countries will be convened to carry out an expert review of the work.
OVERVIEW
The Global Commission on the Economy and Climate is seeking a Project Administrator for the New Climate Economy. The successful applicant will join a world class team of economists and policy and business analysts. This team is drawn from, and supported by, a partnership of leading global economic and policy institutions.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Project Administrator will report to the Chief of Staff. The role will include a combination of the following tasks and responsibilities:
- Coordinating administrative support provided to the project from the various partner institutions
- Scheduling meetings and conference calls across a wide variety of geographies
- PA and secretarial support for project executives, including diary management and travel
- Managing the London office space, including welcoming guests, scheduling meeting rooms, ensuring facilities management runs smoothly
- Administering project information management systems
- Documenting and reporting project expenses; serving as the link between accounting teams at partner institutions and the project
- Administering recruitment processes and scheduling interviews
- Working closely with the Grants Administrator to ensure the Project is compliant with reporting processes
- Coordinating with team members, partner institutions and contractors to organise multiple international meetings and events
- Various other administrative tasks as required by the project team
REQUIREMENTS
3+ years of experience in an administrative role; experience in supporting a global team across multiple cultures; ability to multi-task and prioritise a range of activities, willingness to jump in and help out wherever needed
LENGTH
This is a 1-year term position.
SALARY
Hiring range – Commensurate with experience
LOCATION
London
ROLE STRUCTURE
Full time or 4 days a week
HOW TO APPLY
- Interested candidates should apply by emailing recruitment@newclimateeconomy.net
- The deadline for applications is October 14 2013. Early applications are encouraged.