INTRODUCTION TO GGGI

The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies. To learn more please visit about GGGI web page.

GENERAL INFORMATION

• Application period for the program: Till May 13th
• Hiring manager: Ghislaine Kouassi – Program Officer Green Investment
• Internship duration: May 2024 to July 2024 (Renewable)

The Global Green Growth Institute internship program provides a unique learning opportunity for students and recent graduates from diverse academic backgrounds. The program is designed for talented and motivated individuals skilled in areas relevant to GGGI’s operations. The program allows selected candidates to gain insight into the work of the Institute and provides assistance and training in various professional fields in a multicultural environment. We encourage qualified women and men, in particular, nationals of developing countries, with diverse professional, academic, and cultural backgrounds to apply.

Cote d’Ivoire has a strong program with multiple initiatives on GCF Readiness, climate plan implementation, sanitation, climate-smart agriculture, e-mobility, renewable energy, and sustainable forest management. These projects are aligned with GGGI’s mission to promote sustainable and low-carbon development articulated its Country Planning Framework 2021-2025 and with the Cote d’Ivoire National Development Plan 2021-2025.

CURRENT OPPORTUNITY

We are looking for a talented individual to work within the Cote d’Ivoire Office to support the implementation activities on the project to promote an integrated, sustainable, and low emission transport system in Cote d’ Ivoire. This position is responsible for providing technical and economic analysis support for projects in Cote d’Ivoire. Furthermore, to research on green growth and business development initiatives and benefit from on-the-job training.

The assignment will include the followings but not limited to:

Part 1: Business Development related works

• Provide support services directly to the project stakeholders identified by GGGI in Cote d’Ivoire.
• Review feasibility studies, business plans, market assessments, and other independent assessments to ensure the projects are financially viable and sustainable.
• Conduct legal, operational and economic analyses of the projects.
• Provide advisory services and support in the structuring of project.
• Provide technical support and advice to the project teams and national counterparts in the area of economic analysis.
• Participate in relevant meetings, workshops, and other events related to the project.
• Provide regular updates and reports to the supervisor and other members of the project team.

• Contribute to the reporting on Project / program Development related works
• Work closely with the Project teams to develop a pipeline in green investment and related areas for targeted sector and industries.

Part 2: Monitoring & Research related works

• Assist with research activities such as literature review, data collection and reporting
• Develop and maintain models to assess the feasibility and sustainability of GGGI’s programs and projects, including the identification of revenue streams, cost drivers, and break-even points.
• Provide risk analysis associated with GGGI’s programs and projects in Cote d’Ivoire, including market risks, credit risks, operational risks, and regulatory risks.
• Provide timely and high-quality advisory services and support in the structuring of project.
• Contribute to the development of GGGI’s knowledge products in the area of green growth, economic analysis, and sustainable development.
• Contribute to drafting and proofreading of documentation prepared by specialists.
• Follow-up on requests for additional information and assist the country team to produce accurate and analytical documents, respecting the guidelines.
• Perform the archiving of reports, notes, contractual or non-contractual documents, in line with HQ rules.
• Conduct the production and updating of country / thematic sheets.
• Facilitate program communication.

Part 3: Program implementation

• Research and literature review particularly on the political, institutional, and regulatory framework of E-mobility, transport and renewable Energy and climate change in Cote d’Ivoire.
• Work closely with the Country teams to support the ongoing projects.
• Collaborate and build partnerships with project stakeholders.
• Build relationships, identify stakeholders, and influence other teams across organizations and external teams.
• Define analytical approaches to uncover new insights and formulate recommendations that improve processes.

**The intern will have the opportunity to collaborate with other units within GGGI as well as with other international development institutions.

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants to the GGGI internship program must at the time of application meet the following requirements:

• Be enrolled in a Bachelor’s (final year), master’s or PhD program prior to internship assignment, or a recent graduate within the last 12 months.
• Two (2) year of relevant experience in data analysis, data modeling, application of economic analysis, and/or project structuring, preferably in an international context, technical understanding of specific policies, regulations, and market barriers as applicable to renewable energy/E mobility /NMT
• Market Research: Research investment areas/geographies to present to the investment team. Monitor news, macroeconomic factors, and performance trends to evaluate potential investment areas.
• Excellent English communication skills, particularly writing and or editing experience in the field of climate change mitigation and adaptation (in English)

QUALIFICATION

• Engaged or recently engaged in academic study in climate and or sustainability, environmental policy or science, investment and financing, engineering, economics, or related field preferred.
• A strong background in academic research, quantitative methods, and data analysis Proficiency in data analysis and financial analysis, able to conduct industry or company research projects independently.
• Proven computer literate in standard office software applications skills, and the ability to work or facilitate building quantitative models, web, and database programming skills.
• Proven capacity to develop research reports.
• Passion for financial markets and investing. Intellectual curiosity and a proactive self-starter. Strong work ethic with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Good interpersonal skills, ability to work collaboratively with colleagues from diverse cultural backgrounds.

SELECTION PROCESS

• Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
• GGGI evaluates applications based on eligibility requirements, relevance of academic study and work experience (if any); and the level of interest and motivation to contribute to development work.
• Due to high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Duration: The internship program is for at least three months and up to six months. Once selected, interns must begin your internship either prior to or within 12 months of graduation.

Visa: GGGI will provide a supporting letter for visa. Interns will be responsible for obtaining and financing the necessary visas.

Travel: Intern will arrange and finance their travel to the internship location.

Medical Insurance: Interns must present proof of valid medical insurance to GGGI upon returning the signed internship contract.

Confidentiality: Interns must keep confidential any and all unpublished information obtained during the course of the internship and may not publish any documents based on such information.

Academic Credit: Interns may get academic credit from their institution of higher education for the internship. Interns need to check with their university to confirm their academic credit policy for internships.

Working Hours: interns are expected to work during normal working hours. Leave should be pre-approved by the Intern Manager, and the latter should inform the Office of HR accordingly.

Learning Outcomes: before completion of the internship, Intern Managers are expected to review the learning outcomes with the intern.

Certificate: provided upon successful completion of the internship, upon request.