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 3 September 2023
• Internship duration: 11 September 2023 – 10 December November 2023 (9:00 – 18:00)
• Number of hiring : 2

The Global Green Growth Institute internship program (also called “Grow Green” 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.

The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), headquartered in Seoul, Republic of Korea, is an intergovernmental organization founded to support and promote a model of economic growth known as green growth; which targets key aspects of economic performance such as poverty reduction and job creation, as well as social inclusion and environmental sustainability. GGGI works with countries around the world, building their capacity and working collaboratively on green growth policies that can impact the lives of millions. The organization partners with countries, multilateral institutions, government bodies, and the private sector to help build economies that achieve strong growth and are less carbon-intensive, more resilient to climate change, and more efficient and sustainable in the use of natural resources.

In Nepal, GGGI is working under the guidance of the Ministry of Forests and Environment, and in partnership with Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA), the Alternative Energy Promotion Center (AEPC), and the Ministry of Physical Infrastructure and Transport to deliver the Green Hydrogen Value Chain and Green Ammonia Plant in Nepal, the Promotion of Non-fired Bricks Production and Utilization in Nepal, and the Sustainable Electric Transport in the Pokhara-Bharatpur Highway project.

GGGI’s Internship Program is a project-oriented learning opportunity for students and recent graduates (within the last 12 months) to gain experience through specific assignments based on GGGI’s current operational needs. GGGI welcomes motivated, open-minded, and self-directed individuals to apply. You will be given an opportunity to work directly with outstanding and inspiring Green Growth professionals, participate in workshops and meetings, and contribute to analytical work as well as innovative rethinking on green growth.

CURRENT OPPORTUNITY

The internship position will be with the GGGI office in Kathmandu, Nepal. The intern will work directly with the Country Representative in areas covering green hydrogen and green ammonia and non-fired bricks and general support for the office. The intern will mainly support three projects summarized below.

Green Hydrogen Value Chain and Green Ammonia Plant in Nepal:

Domestic green ammonia production is a strategic opportunity for long-term sustainable management of surplus hydropower capacity in Nepal, a domestic product that replaces fertilizer imports into Nepal, and a national priority GHG mitigation technology.

The project outputs are as follows: (1) Preparation of a national green hydrogen roadmap; (2) Assessment of options for applications of green hydrogen based on surplus hydro-based electricity; (3) Preparation of pre-feasibility study for a green ammonia investment project; (4) Investment mobilization, and (5) A knowledge platform.

Promotion of Non-fired Bricks Production and Utilization in Nepal:

The project provides technical assistance to the Alternative Energy Promotion Centre (AEPC) to access GCF Project Preparation Funding (PPF) for preparation of a full funding proposal to finance upscaling of production, sales, and utilization of non-fired bricks that will reduce GHG and black carbon emissions due to the widespread fossil fuel-intensive and highly polluting brick manufacturing process in Nepal. The project outputs are as follows: Output 1: Pre-feasibility Study on Adoption and Upscaling of Non-fired Bricks and Output 2: Environmental Assessment of the Adoption of Non-fired Bricks Technology.

Sustainable Electric Transport in the Pokhara-Bharatpur Highway:

By upgrading the electricity distribution infrastructure and transition to electric mobility on the Pokhara-Bharatpur highway, Nepal will accomplish strategic use of surplus hydropower capacity, a reduction in imports of fossil fuels which improves the trade balance and lowers GHG emissions in the transport sector, and improve the sector gender balance. The project outputs are as follows: Output 1: Technical and financial feasibility study of operating electric buses in specific routes. Output 2: Develop a GESI strategy and action plan to support integration of women and disadvantaged groups in the transport sector.

We are looking for a talented individual to work with us in the Nepal Office to support the Country Representative and the country team in collecting data and information regarding the above projects, design office communication materials, and provide logistical support. More specifically, s/he will (the assignment will include the followings but not limited to):

• Participate and contribute to technical discussions related to hydrogen, non-fired-bricks, electric mobility and relevant sectors.
• Design and develop brochures, and update where relevant, required for different projects being implemented by GGGI in Nepal.
• Support development of an information brief on green fertilizer and non-fired bricks in Nepal.
• Support development of documentation on lessons learned from the three projects.
• Support on development of presentations for GGGI events.
• Support on concept note development, drafting invitations, designing banners and coordinating with stakeholders.
• Support Country Representative in coordinating with stakeholders for review of documents, presentations etc. developed in the context of the above three projects and other projects as needed.
• Draft letters, one pager and contribute to content of the reports.
• Support in collection of required data and information as per the requirements, and.
• Accompany Country Representative and other GGGI officers as an when required to meetings and field visits to support and learn under the above projects.
• Any other task assigned by the Country Representative.

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.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in green hydrogen, urban development, transport, finance.
  • Have good computer literacy in standard Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) and graphic design software applications (photo and video editing)
  • A personal or professional background in transport/hydrogen/building materials is a plus.

• Be engaged or recently engaged in academic study in a field directly related to the Institute’s work
• Possess an excellent command of English and Nepali (presumably).

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 INFORAMTION

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

Stipend: GGGI interns receive a monthly stipend of USD $500 (unless agreed to be funded by sponsoring institutions). All costs related to travel, insurance, accommodation, and living expenses must be borne by either the interns themselves or sponsoring institutions.

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.