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Organisation : Climate Action Network Europe asbl
Site web : www.caneurope.org
Lieu de l'emploi : ideally Brussels / Belgium

Type d'emploi : Contrat à durée indéterminée
Type de contrat : Temps plein
Fonction : Coordination
Date de publication : 20/11/2023
Date limite : 21/12/2023

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Job description


Position/Title


Renewable Energy Policy Coordinator



Goal of Position


Inform, monitor and coordinate with members of CAN Europe on renewable energy policy issues with a focus on solar and wind energy acceleration where relevant



Main Functions &

Responsibilities


Policy & Advocacy:

  • Support member organisations and become the interface between members and the European Institutions on the renewable energy relevant legislative and non-legislative initiatives with a focus on the implementation of the Renewable Energy Directive ( RED III)
  • Gather intelligence on and follow up of policy developments in the field of renewable energy (focusing on overall ambition and solar and wind acceleration) in the EU, EU Member States, and other European countries;
  • Support advocacy and outreach, where relevant, on specific climate and energy issues, including on the implementation of the Renewable Energy Directive, National Energy and Climate Plans and Together for 100% Renewable Europe campaign;
  • Prepare briefings, position papers, and factsheets as needed;
  • Organise and join advocacy meetings with policy makers and other stakeholders at the EU level;
  • Coordinate research work.

Coordination & Strategy Development :

  • Support in the coordination of CAN Europe members;
  • Produce regular updates for the network and for CAN Europe communications channels;
  • Engage in support for advocacy work on CAN Europe’s broader political strategy as required;
  • Contribute to developing strategies for a fast, sustainable, and fair renewable energy deployment to achieve a 100% renewable energy system for a climate neutral Europe;
  • Co-convene the Renewables Working Group of CAN Europe together with the Senior Renewable Energy Campaign Coordinator;
  • Contribute to the work of other secretariat colleagues on renewable energy (including the work on National Energy and Climate Plans) as needed;
  • Engage and input in broader CAN Europe political strategy, when required.

Representation and external communication:

  • Ensure that our activities are noted in traditional and social media. This includes, in coordination with the CAN Europe’s communications Coordinator, pitching stories to the media, answering enquiries from journalists as well as providing expert support in producing content for social media.
  • Represent CAN Europe in external forums, including conferences, and workshops

Fundraising and reporting :

  • Contribute to fundraising efforts related to renewable energy;
  • Regularly report on activities through the CAN Europe reporting system and for individual projects and grants as required;
  • Provide input to other fundraising and reporting activities as required.

Input to internal affairs:

  • Participate in team-wide processes and matters relevant to the organisation as a whole as required;
  • Support the preparation and implementation of joint events and network efforts such as the General Assemblies as required;
  • Serve as back-up for specific policy issues in cases of longer absence of other policy colleagues (on the basis of arrangements with the Director and other policy colleagues).

Supervisory responsibilities


Support interns, as appropriate



Line management


This position is line managed by the Senior Renewable Energy Campaign Coordinator



Time requirements


Full-time or 4/5

Indication on split between areas and responsibilities below



% of Time


Main responsibilities



20


Policy & Advocacy



40


Coordination & Strategy Development



20


Representation & External communication



10


Fundraising and reporting



10


Internal affairs



100


TOTAL



DESCRIPTION


Climate Action Network Europe is looking for a

Renewable Energy Policy Coordinator (m/f/x)

(Full-time or 80%, open-ended, ideally Brussels)


Climate Action Network (CAN) Europe is Europe's largest coalition working on climate and energy issues. With over 180 member organisations in more than 38 European countries – representing over 44 million citizens - CAN Europe works to prevent dangerous climate change and promote sustainable climate and energy policy in Europe.


We're currently seeking a committed and motivated individual with demonstrated experience in European energy policy, specifically regarding the renewable energy landscape and related processes. The individual will contribute to the work of the Energy team as a Renewable Energy Policy Coordinator. The position is full-time or 4/5ths, and ideally based in Brussels, with location flexibility for the right candidate.


REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES:

  • At least 5 years of experience in the field of political advocacy and strategy development or equivalent.
  • Profound knowledge of the European energy policy, specifically the renewable energy landscape. Strong understanding of the EU institutions, particularly the functioning of the European Parliament and the Council.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and the ability to translate complex issues in a compelling way to various stakeholders. Experience dealing with media enquiries and speaking to journalists.
  • Outstanding networking skills, ideally demonstrated in an NGO environment.
  • High level of motivation and the ability to independently execute work while meeting deadlines.
  • Excellent interpersonal and team-working skills.
  • Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Commitment to CAN Europe's mission and values, and a passion for energy transition.

Other desirable qualities:


  • Experience of working with a network of NGOs in the climate and energy fields;
  • Working knowledge of renewable energy legislation, either at the EU or national level
  • Background in facilitating group discussions with people from different backgrounds
  • Additional European languages are considered an asset.
  • Experience in drafting briefings, legislative proposals or amendments, particularly in the context of renewable energy legislation, either at the EU or national level.

JOB CONTENTS:

  • Policy coordination: You are our expert on the Renewable Energy Policy, monitoring, informing, and coordinating on the renewable energy relevant legislative and non-legislative initiatives with a focus on the solar and wind energy acceleration, writing compelling position papers, factsheet and briefings, and co-convenning the Renewables Working Group of CAN Europe;



  • Strategic guidance: You identify opportunities to accelerate a fast, sustainable, and fair renewable energy deployment to achieve a 100% renewable energy system for a climate neutral Europe;
  • Representation and communications: You communicate the urgency and benefits of a fast, sustainable, and fair renewable energy transition, as well as enablers and challenges to achieve it, to relevant stakeholders and are able to relate your knowledge to media and on social media. You are comfortable with public speaking engagements and able to represent CAN Europe at high-level events, conferences, and media interviews.
  • Fundraising and reporting: You contribute to fundraising efforts related to renewable energy and regularly report on activities through the CAN Europe reporting system and for individual projects and grants as required.


WITH THIS OPPORTUNITY, WE OFFER:

An open-ended contract with flexible working hours and the possibility of teleworking. This position is ideally based in Brussels and restricted to applicants in possession of a residence and a work permit for Belgium. We are not considering sponsoring visas this time. There is some flexibility for the person to be based in another EU country if relocation to Brussels is not an option.

Remuneration is based on our Belgian salary grid. If the position is based at our head office in Brussels, we will offer a Belgian open-ended contract with an expected salary of between 3.900,00 € and 4.950,00 € gross/month depending on the relevant years of experience (from 5 to 20 years) and subject to Belgian tax; Meal vouchers (7,00 €/day); transport costs; eco-vouchers (250,00 €/year); sport and culture vouchers (100,00 €/year), phone allowance (39,00 €/month); work computer.


HOW TO APPLY

Please send your CV in English (without a photo), a cover letter and a selection of writing samples (articles or other materials you have written that demonstrate your writing style) to [email protected]. Important: Subject line must be “Application: Renewable Energy Policy Coordinator”.


We are an open and inclusive, multicultural, multilingual team and explicitly encourage applications from all applicants, independent of their age, ancestry, colour, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation.


The expected start date is January 2024. Interviews will be conducted in English.


Applications on a rolling basis.


This position was first advertised on 19/11/2023. Applications will be reviewed on Wednesday 29th of November 2023, then on a regular basis as long as the offer is online.


Contact


For any questions in relation to this position, please contact Seda ORHAN, [email protected]