European Roundtable on Climate Change and Sustainable Transition

Policy Analyst – EU ETS

Brussels, Belgium

The European Roundtable on Climate Change and Sustainable Transition (ERCST) is seeking a policy analyst to join its team in Brussels to work on the EU emissions trading system and related policies under the European Green Deal.

Key Responsibilities

Actively contribute to the development and implementation of ERCST’s work stream on the EU Emissions Trading System and related policies under the European Green Deal;
Monitor and analyze relevant policy developments related to the EU ETS;
Lead and contribute to ERCST’s research and outreach activities related to the EU ETS, including drafting background materials, co-authoring papers and reports, as well as conceptualizing and delivering stakeholder meetings;
Contribute to ERCST’s other main areas of work as needed, such as the European Green Deal, Border Carbon Adjustments, Sustainable Finance, and the Paris Agreement and its implementation;
Contribute to the successful delivery of projects and grants;
Maintain liaison with stakeholders such as business associations, environmental NGOs, etc.
Organize workshops and events related to your research activities.

Requirements

At least 3 years, and potentially more, relevant professional experience;
Expertise in the EU Emissions Trading System;
A good understanding of the EU policymaking process;
Native-level written and spoken English - proficiency in other languages will be considered an advantage;
Be authorized to work and live in Belgium.

Desired

A degree in (environmental) economics, or related discipline;
Experience in an international environment and multi-stakeholder process;
Be well-organized and able to pay attention to detail;
Ability to work in a demanding environment, take initiative and solve problems while under pressure;
Ability to internalize substantial amounts of (new) materials and think laterally;

Start date: interviews start as applications are received. Work will start as soon as possible after a suitable candidate is found.

Duration: One year contract, with the aim of extending beyond this period.

Compensation: Competitive, depending on the level of experience and background of the candidate.

Workplace: ERCST offices, Brussels.

If you are interested, please send your CV and a 1 page cover letter to the attention of Andrei Marcu to ercst@ercst.org. Please write “Policy Analyst EU ETS - March 2021 – first name last name” in the subject line.

The deadline for applications is Friday 12 March 2021.

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