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Bonn, Germany


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Vacancy Announcement
Secretariat of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)


IRENA Innovation and Technology Center (IITC)


Publication/Transmission Date: 03 July 2024


Deadline for Application: 02 August 2024 (at midnight, Abu Dhabi Local Time)


Title and Grade: Associate Programme Officer - Power System Flexibility, P-2


Indicative Annual Salary: ( a) Annual Net Salary: USD 50,377 to USD 58,737 [1]


(b) Post Adjustment: USD 21,359.85 to USD 24,904.49 [2]


Duration of Appointment: One year (with possibility of extension subject to availability of funds)



Duty Station: Bonn, Germany
Date for Entry on Duty: As soon as possible



Background



The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) is an inter-governmental organisation that supports countries in their transition to a sustainable energy future, and serves as the principal platform for international co-operation, a centre of excellence, and a repository of policy, technology, resource and financial knowledge on renewable energy. IRENA promotes the widespread adoption and sustainable use of all forms of renewable energy, including bioenergy, geothermal, hydropower, ocean, solar and wind energy, in the pursuit of sustainable development, energy access, energy security and low-carbon economic growth and prosperity. At present, IRENA has 169 Members (168 States and the European Union) that acceded to its Statute, and 15 additional States in the process of accession and actively engaged.



To achieve its aims, IRENA develops analytical and empirical products that provide comprehensive and timely information, evidence, and recommendations to increase, to the necessary levels, global investments in renewable energy and the corresponding enabling technology. The World Energy Transition Outlook (WETO) is the central annual product on IRENAs Work Programme for this purpose. The analyses from WETO include an important component dedicated to the transformation of the power sector. This component, led by IRENA's Innovation and Technology Centre (IITC), is supported by a sound analytical and modelling work in terms of the power system needs for expansion and operation, to guarantee reliability under the transition to a clean energy supply.



To support the alignment of regional strategies and investments with mid- and long-term development and climate goals, several Regional Energy Transition Outlooks (RETOs), also with a strong power-sector analytical component, will be developed under IRENAs 2024-2025 Work Programme. Furthermore, during the 2024-2025 biennium, IITC will continue assisting countries and regions in building their planning capacities in using different energy planning models and tools. The IITC will work towards providing technology insights through the development and application of its power sector planning toolbox and enhancing its knowledge framework.


Assignment



Under the supervision of the Team Lead Power Sector Transformation, the selected candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day work under the thematic area: Power System Flexibility, primarily on the activities related to (1) developing and disseminating insights from modelling analysis that can inform Member States and Regions on power infrastructure debates related to the energy transition (2) enhancing IRENA's toolbox and knowledge framework for planning the integration of VRE in power systems (3) provide capacity building and support for countries. More specifically, the selected candidate will contribute to the following tasks:


• Perform extensive national and regional analysis for Member States using models, including IRENA FlexTool and others, assessing power system flexibility and advising on the feasibility of the future energy systems in Member Countries and focus Regions.
• Contribute to IRENA's World and Energy Transitions Outlook reports, based on the results of power system flexibility analyses.
• Lead the development and maintenance of IRENA's Power Sector Transformation (PST) team modelling toolkit and knowledge framework.
• Expand and enhance the team's existing repository of tools and widgets for energy modelling, data management, analysis and visualisation, by using advanced technologies.
• Contribute to IRENA's capacity building activities in the area of IRENA power system modelling tools
• Ensure close links with relevant programmatic work across the Agency and externally with other organisations to identify synergies in line with the Agency's priorities;
• Proactively search for and identify new links and opportunities - both internal and external - to achieve greater impact and outreach of IRENA's energy and power sector planning analysis;
• Develop knowledge products on power sector transformation relevant for IRENA Member States
• Support the Team Lead Power Sector Transformation on the day-to-day operation of the collaborative frameworks lead by the team
• Perform other duties as required


Competencies


• Professionalism: Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.
• Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailor language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organisational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.


Qualifications


Education: Advanced university degree in energy system analysis, engineering, or related fields. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.


Experience/Skills: At minimum of two years of progressively responsible working experience in a relevant energy or climate-related field at national or international level. Analytical skills and expertise in energy data analysis, application and development of energy and power system modelling tools. Prior responsibility in dealing with national and international stakeholders. Established track record of programming and scripting for large quantities of data. Knowledge on PLEXOS and/or IRENA's planning tools like FlexTool or SPLAT is an advantage.


Languages: Excellent command of written and spoken English is a must. Knowledge of other languages would be of additional benefit. Good drafting skills both in technical and non-technical outputs in English





Qualified candidates must apply for the abovementioned vacancy on-line, through IRENA's recruitment platform, ORC by submitting a complete and comprehensive CV and a letter of interest, including details of three professional references who will be contacted if their application is shortlisted.



Applications from qualified women are highly encouraged.



Please note that only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted for an interview and will receive notice of the outcome of the selection process.



[1] •IRENA provides similar ICSC benefits and entitlements, including rental subsidy, education grant (for school aged children), annual leave, health insurance, provident fund, etc.•
•[2] The post adjustment is a variable component that is adjusted periodically to reflect changes in the cost of living in a duty station. Post adjustment multiplier for Bonn duty station is currently 42.4%, determined by the International Civil Service Commission and subject to change without prior notice.•


JOB INFO


Job Identification
NC0211
Posting Date
07/03/2024, 06:05 AM
Apply Before
08/02/2024, 02:59 PM
Locations
Bonn