The International Energy Agency (IEA) is an intergovernmental organisation with 32 member countries committed to advancing security of energy supply, economic growth and environmental sustainability through energy policy co-operation. The IEA operates as an autonomous body within the framework of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development. The IEA seeks opportunities to work with an increasing number of non-member countries of growing importance to global energy markets.
The IEA seeks to recruit a critical minerals analyst with experience in market, policy and technology analysis in the areas of energy and critical minerals. The selected candidates will be part of a team of enthusiastic professionals, reporting to the head of the Critical Minerals Division. The division conducts analysis of critical mineral market trends and their implications for energy security, covering market, policy, and technology dimensions under the general guidance of the Chief Energy Economist within the Directorate of Sustainability, Technology and Outlooks. It undertakes both quantitative and qualitative assessments of critical mineral markets, investment, trade and security, and provides advice to help policymakers identify best practices across the value chain that support a more secure energy system.
The successful candidate will possess a strong background in quantitative modelling and analysis, as well as experience in market monitoring and policy tracking. He/she will contribute to the analysis and drafting of IEA flagship Global Critical Minerals Outlook and high-profile thematic publications across the whole range of energy and mineral topics, including but not limited to the World Energy Outlook and other topical reports. He/she will also contribute to implementing the IEA Critical Minerals Security Programme, an initiative to help Member countries enhance emergency preparedness and promote supply chain diversification.
Main Responsibilities
Analysis, modelling and publication
Conduct in-depth economic, policy and technology analyses of critical mineral supply chains, covering copper, battery metals, rare earth elements and other strategic minerals; develop thought leading analysis of future energy and mineral market trends.
Assume responsibility for the modelling of one or several minerals used in the energy sector and other strategic applications; develop and manage datasets covering critical minerals consumption, production, trade, price and resources.
Monitor and assess relevant market, technology and policy developments related to critical minerals in both Member and non-Member countries, working closely with other analysts to ensure effective teamwork and collaboration.
Contribute to the development and implementation of the IEA Critical Minerals Security Programme through analytical inputs and stakeholder coordination.
Draft reports, working papers, prepare presentations and briefing notes for senior management.
Liaison and Outreach
Collaborate with other Directorates in the Agency, the OECD and other national and international organisations, the private sector and research bodies in the analysis of the role of critical minerals in Member and non-Member countries.
Participate in preparations for meetings of IEA standing committees, working parties and other groups as required, including supporting the development of analyses and information materials for these meetings.
Maintain contacts with members of national delegations, other international organisations and private sector representatives involved in energy and mineral market analysis.
Promote the IEA’s work externally to a broad range of audiences by organising and participating in workshops, delivering presentations and conducting bilateral meetings.