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.

PURPOSE

• Manage project planning, stakeholder consultation, implementation, monitoring, and reporting for ALCBT project.
• Implement pilot initiative on low-carbon building in Phnom Penh in partnership with the local government, development of the regulatory framework etc.
• Analyse the country context and evolving needs/priorities and integrate them into the project planning.
• Review the regulatory framework for a transition toward low carbon building.
• Review research, analysis, and validation activities to support the development and delivery of technical outputs of ALCBT project.
• Manage, coordinate and support the PMU and PSC of ALCBT project.
• Ensure quality control of the ALCBT project outputs and activities.
• Ensure visibility and branding of GGGI and low carbon building as an economic climate solution through effective communications and public relations.
• Provide technical expertise and support to other sustainable energy projects as required and project conceptualization.

ENGAGEMENT

• Support Country Representative and Senior Analyst, Sustainable Energy with evidence and data drive inputs and analysis on program activity development, implementation, and assessment.
• Collaborate with PMU and other country PMUs (if required), and PMU at GGGI-HQ on agreed joint activities to ensure integrated delivery as “One GGGI”
• Maintain active professional relationships with partner governments, external experts and other key stakeholders to stay abreast of evolving needs and opportunities.
• Promote the project objectives and Building Energy Efficiency initiatives of GGGI and comparative advantages with government counterparts, development partners and other stakeholders.
• Contribute to internal communities of practice related to energy efficiency & climate change.

DELIVERY

• Deliver project activities and results within established timelines and budgets, identify, and communicate project delivery issues and potential solutions to ensure goals and objectives are achieved.
• Organize program activities including consultations, validation meetings, workshops, and capacity building programs based on work plan and budget.
• Develop ways of working internally and externally to effectively manage project implementation with stakeholders and partners.
• Develop policy framework required under the project in close consultation with the government counterparts.
• Design and deliver capacity building activities to relevant stakeholders.
• Develop financing mechanisms to scale up green building initiatives.
• Contribute to resource mobilization and proposal development in the areas of sustainable energy.
• Execute effective project management in line with GGGI’s project management cycle.
• Capture lessons learned to support continuous learning and improvement.

REQUIRMENT

Qualifications

• Master degree in engineering / environment /climate change / economics / sustainable development / public policy/ business administration.
• Minimum 5 years of post-qualification professional experience in energy sector, out of which 3 years must be in energy efficiency and 2 years of international experience.
• Experience in managing large scale projects preferably in energy sector
• Experience in Energy Audits / ESCO program management / EE Financing / Technical Consultancy/Program Administration in Building and Industrial Sector
• Experience in dealing with donor agencies (including philanthropic organizations), multilateral, bi-lateral and developmental organizations
• Experience in policy development, handling technical trainings, and capacity building
• Understanding of financing mechanisms for projects and experience in market assessments, feasibility studies, cost benefit analysis, and stakeholder consultation etc.

Functional

• International experience in dealing with Energy Efficiency & Climate Change projects
• Substantial work experience in/with Public Entities/Regulatory Agencies/ESCO related to energy conservation or energy efficiency
• International / National Certifications related to Project Management, Energy Efficiency & Carbon Trading would be an advantaged
• Demonstrated experience in writing of quality Proposals, Articles, reports, Blogs etc.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written in English language; Working knowledge in any other foreign languages is an added advantage.

Corporate

• Understand and actively supports GGGI’s mission, vision and values.
• Promote the optimum use of donor resources
• Promote an organizational culture of trust, transparency, respect and partnership.
• Process and share information easily.
• Manage emotions and stress positively, builds rapport and resolves conflict easily.
• Promote creativity and innovation among staff.
• Be able to lead where needed and provide solutions to project-level challenge.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• The Officer- Sustainable Energy is an X8 International grade level in GGGI’s International salary scale. For the X8 International salary scale, the annual base salary starts from USD 64,920 with expatriate allowance upon eligibility. Determination of base salary is subject to candidate’s experience, academic background and internal equity.
• Cambodian nationals and foreign nationals residing in Cambodia with required international experience may also apply, however, they might not be eligible for expatriate allowance.
• Cambodian nationals and foreign nationals residing in Cambodia without required international experience may also apply, however, X8 National Grade level will be applicable. For the X8 National salary scale, the annual base salary starts from USD 29,011. Determination of base salary is subject to candidate’s experience, academic background and internal equity.
• GGGI provides 15% of base salary towards retirement plan/long-term savings, 27 days of annual leave, and private health insurance.
• GGGI is committed to providing a work environment that is sufficiently flexible to accommodate diverse life-cycle challenges and assist Staff members to achieve a better balance between work and personal/family commitments, thus ensuring high performance, long-term productivity, and well-being of Staff members.
• The chosen candidate is expected to be based in Phnom Penh, Cambodia and will report to Senior Analyst- Sustainable Energy, GGGI-Cambodia.