We are looking for Consultants with specific experience and interest in urban development, cities, and transport to join our team. ou will support E Co. to advance sustainable energy, social impact, and climate projects in emerging economies on behalf of our clients. This position is based in our offices in London, but a potential other location can be considered for the right candidate.
Duties
Conduct qualitative and quantitative research, including literature reviews and background searches on a broad range of subjects related to sustainable energy and climate change
Collect data using various methods (e.g. desktop research, interviews, surveys) and analyse data gathered (e.g. policy, barrier and comparative analysis)
Devise strategies and interventions based on situation analysis, best practice and client requirements
Present findings in presentations and reports
Represent E Co. at client-facing events and meetings
Manage delivery of assignments and tasks, using E Co’s methodology
Coordinate inputs from co-workers and external contractors (international and local consultants) to deliver our services on time and consistent with our quality standards
Support tender preparation and project-related marketing campaigns
Contribute to E Co’s strategic initiatives as defined through internal strategy meetings
Essential requirements
Postgraduate degree – MBA, MA, MSc, PhD
An outstanding academic and career record
Excellent interpersonal skills, empathetic and open
Proven and recent experience working with international development organisations, agencies, and banks.
Willingness to travel on assignments to Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Eastern Europe
Strong oral and written English communication skills, with exceptional attention to detail
Highly conversant with Internet and office applications
Able to structure and process qualitative and quantitative data and draw insightful conclusions from them
Role-specific requirements
A minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in one or more of the following:
Low-carbon transport
Renewable energy
Industrial decarbonisation
Energy-efficient buildings
Urban resilience
Track record of using skills such as:
GHG mitigation impact assessment
Market and policy assessment
Stakeholder management & consultation
Researching & writing technical reports
Infrastructure investment analysis
Managing complex deliverables with a tight deadline
Highly desirable
Relevant experience in Africa, Eastern Europe, Latin America, and/or Asia-Pacific
Fluency in another language (including French, Spanish, Russian, Arabic, Turkish, Portuguese, Chinese, Croatian/Serbian, etc.)
A wide network of contacts in the sustainable and international development sector
Application deadline: 31 January 2024