ERCST (Roundtable on Climate Change and Sustainable Transition), independent think-tank based in Brussels, Belgium, is seeking to hire a Junior Policy Analyst.
ERCST provides rigorous intellectual analysis of EU and international climate change developments and policies, by using the experience and research of its staff, as well as input from stakeholders who participate in its activities. ERCST provides original ideas and research into European and international debates on climate change policy. It represents its own views and strives to ensure in a very strict way its independence and integrity. Over the last years, ERCST has successfully organised and facilitated hundreds of workshops and events with policymakers and stakeholders, both in EU and non-EU countries, and produced an important number of papers and reports of the highest quality.
ERCST is a place where you can develop ideas and question any assumptions, where you can interact with all stakeholders at the highest level of knowledge and expertise in matters related to EU and global climate change policy – where you can develop and learn, where you will get responsibility for interesting work.
Responsibilities
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Research and draft background materials on the ERCST Workstreams, with a focus on the European Emission Trading System (EU ETS).
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Monitor and analyse relevant climate policy developments.
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Maintain liaison with stakeholders such as policymakers, business associations, environmental NGOs, etc. in their area of work.
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Represent the ERCST in external public events and various expert groups.
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Support and contribute to the ERCST’s research and outreach activities, including drafting background materials, co-authoring papers and reports, as well as conceptualising and delivering stakeholder meetings.
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Contribute to the successful delivery of climate projects and grants.
Skills and Requirements
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1-3 years of professional experience.
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University degree of at least 4 years in policy, economics or similar – a good understanding of economics is important.
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Master’s degree in economics, environmental economics or EU policy is desirable.
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Some basic knowledge of EU policy making, and EU Industrial policy is desirable.
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Interest in climate and energy policy and politics – existing knowledge of climate change policy and market approaches to climate change is desirable.
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ERCST working language is English. A C1 standard level of English is a must and proficiency in other languages will be considered an advantage.
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Good knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, notably Excel.
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Ability to work in a multicultural and demanding environment, take initiative and solve problems while under pressure.
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Ability to internalise substantial amounts of (new) materials and think laterally.
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Authorisation to reside and work in Belgium.
Start Date
Interviews start as applications are received. Work will start in October at the soonest or at a later mutually agreed date.
Compensation
Competitive, depending on the level, experience, and background of the candidate. Daily meal vouchers and public transport compensation included.
Workplace
ERCST offices are located in the EU quarter of Brussels, easily accessible by public transport and close to EU institutions.
Application Instructions
If you are interested, please send your CV and a one-page motivation letter to the attention of Mr. Andrei Marcu, Executive Director, to [email protected] with reference “Junior Policy Analyst – first name last name” in the subject line.
