- European Climate Foundation
- Brussels, Belgium (Remote)
- Full-time
Associate – 2050 Pathways Platform
- European Climate Foundation
Brussels, Belgium
Full-time
Published:
- European Climate Foundation
Brussels, Belgium
Full-time
Published:
COMPANY DESCRIPTION:
The European Climate Foundation (ECF) is a major philanthropic initiative working to help tackle the climate crisis by fostering the development of a net-zero emission society at the national, European and global level.
We support over 1000 partner organisations to carry out activities that drive urgent and ambitious policy in support of the objectives of the Paris Agreement, contribute to the public debate on climate action and help deliver a socially responsible transition to a net-zero economy and sustainable society in Europe and around the world.
The ECF brings together diverse perspectives and backgrounds to find the best innovative solutions to tackle climate change. We are focusing on engaging and hiring great people from a wide diversity of backgrounds to strengthen the cause. If you share our values of respect, innovation, and collaboration, join us.
ABOUT THE 2050 PATHWAYS PLATFORM:
Launched at COP22 in November 2016, the 2050 Pathways Platform is a government and multi-stakeholder initiative that was established at the request of countries who wanted a “big tent” approach to long-term low emission development strategies (LT-LEDS). In particular, it encourages countries to develop their LT-LEDS (as per Article 4.19 of the Paris Agreement and 1/CMA.3 of the Glasgow Climate Pact).
The Platform now counts 39 country members and works with many more, supporting the development of LT-LEDS, via funding for technical work, stakeholder engagement, and process coordination (see 2050pathways.org for more information). It brings together a network of bilateral and multilateral donors, international and national think tanks, and climate policy experts with an interest in long-term planning in response to the climate challenge.
CONTEXT OF THE ROLE:
Through extensive practical experience in countries, the 2050 Pathways Platform has established itself globally as a subject matter expert on the elaboration and implementation of LT-LEDS. In this context, a key strategic objective of the Platform is toconsolidatethe best practices so far establishedtoensure the sound implementation of existing long-term strategies as well as enhance the quality and implementabilityof new strategies to be submitted to the UNFCCC.
To achieve this strategic goal, the 2050 Pathways Platform is looking for a motivated and talented Associate to drive and support the delivery of its portfolio of knowledge and capacity-building activities; and to help maintain the leadership role that the Platform plays on knowledge sharing and capacity-building within the LT-LEDS ecosystem of partners, governments and experts.
The Associate will be an experienced communicator who can support the team with strategic communications including internal and external briefings on relevant topics, intel management and monitoring; the development of knowledge products, both in-house and commissioned; and the management of the Platform’s online channels, including website, newsletter and LinkedIn Account.
The selectedAssociate will also be directly involved with ‘2050 is now’, amajorcapacity building project that the Platform is undertaking with support from Germany’s International Climate Initiative (IKI). ‘2050 is Now’ is a consortium-led project dedicated to providing governments and in-country research institutions with the tools and analysis needed to strengthen LT-LEDS and reduce global greenhouse gas emissions in line with national development goals. As part of this project, the Associate will work closely with the team to plan and deliver knowledge-focused activities,such as convenings, webinars, and reports.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
TheAssociate will work in collaboration with the project team and will specifically deliver on the following responsibilities.
Supporting the delivery of events and webinars on LTS
Strategic communications
Knowledge & Research Support
Grant Management
REQUIREMENTS:
Experience and competencies
WHAT WE OFFER:
HOW TO APPLY;
DIVERSITY STATEMENT:
The European Climate Foundation (ECF) is a major philanthropic initiative working to help tackle the climate crisis by fostering the development of a net-zero emission society at the national, European and global level.
We support over 1000 partner organisations to carry out activities that drive urgent and ambitious policy in support of the objectives of the Paris Agreement, contribute to the public debate on climate action and help deliver a socially responsible transition to a net-zero economy and sustainable society in Europe and around the world.
The ECF brings together diverse perspectives and backgrounds to find the best innovative solutions to tackle climate change. We are focusing on engaging and hiring great people from a wide diversity of backgrounds to strengthen the cause. If you share our values of respect, innovation, and collaboration, join us.
ABOUT THE 2050 PATHWAYS PLATFORM:
Launched at COP22 in November 2016, the 2050 Pathways Platform is a government and multi-stakeholder initiative that was established at the request of countries who wanted a “big tent” approach to long-term low emission development strategies (LT-LEDS). In particular, it encourages countries to develop their LT-LEDS (as per Article 4.19 of the Paris Agreement and 1/CMA.3 of the Glasgow Climate Pact).
The Platform now counts 39 country members and works with many more, supporting the development of LT-LEDS, via funding for technical work, stakeholder engagement, and process coordination (see 2050pathways.org for more information). It brings together a network of bilateral and multilateral donors, international and national think tanks, and climate policy experts with an interest in long-term planning in response to the climate challenge.
CONTEXT OF THE ROLE:
Through extensive practical experience in countries, the 2050 Pathways Platform has established itself globally as a subject matter expert on the elaboration and implementation of LT-LEDS. In this context, a key strategic objective of the Platform is toconsolidatethe best practices so far establishedtoensure the sound implementation of existing long-term strategies as well as enhance the quality and implementabilityof new strategies to be submitted to the UNFCCC.
To achieve this strategic goal, the 2050 Pathways Platform is looking for a motivated and talented Associate to drive and support the delivery of its portfolio of knowledge and capacity-building activities; and to help maintain the leadership role that the Platform plays on knowledge sharing and capacity-building within the LT-LEDS ecosystem of partners, governments and experts.
The Associate will be an experienced communicator who can support the team with strategic communications including internal and external briefings on relevant topics, intel management and monitoring; the development of knowledge products, both in-house and commissioned; and the management of the Platform’s online channels, including website, newsletter and LinkedIn Account.
The selectedAssociate will also be directly involved with ‘2050 is now’, amajorcapacity building project that the Platform is undertaking with support from Germany’s International Climate Initiative (IKI). ‘2050 is Now’ is a consortium-led project dedicated to providing governments and in-country research institutions with the tools and analysis needed to strengthen LT-LEDS and reduce global greenhouse gas emissions in line with national development goals. As part of this project, the Associate will work closely with the team to plan and deliver knowledge-focused activities,such as convenings, webinars, and reports.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
TheAssociate will work in collaboration with the project team and will specifically deliver on the following responsibilities.
Supporting the delivery of events and webinars on LTS
- Lead the coordination of eventsand webinars, including those under the ‘2050 is now’ project, working closely with relevant team members. This includes drafting key event materials (such as concept notes, agendas, invitations, and presentation slides) for review and active input from team members and project consortium partners;
- Support with outreach strategies for events and webinars, including speakers and invitees’ outreach;
- Coordinate with the Project Management Officer and event logistics contractors to ensure the sound operational delivery of events and webinars, including those under the ‘2050 is now’ project.
Strategic communications
- Support the Programme Director with the elaboration of strategic briefings to ECF senior management and other high-level audiences;
- Manage the update of content on our website and LinkedIn channel (e.g., key Platform announcements, new knowledge products, events, tender proposals, etc.);
- Manage the design and publication of our newsletter (at least twoeditions a year around key global events).
Knowledge & Research Support
- Conduct background research and gather relevant information for knowledge products under the 2050 Pathways Platform Knowledge Series;
- Support coordination of commissioned knowledge work, including expert engagement, development of Terms of Reference (ToRs), and progress tracking;
- Assist in editing, design oversight, and production of knowledge outputs;
- Organize and manage knowledge resources, ensuring effective information sharing;
- Lead the next stage of development of the Platform’s knowledge hub, revising its existing structure and contents.
Grant Management
- Manage grant activities linked to knowledge and capacity-building activities, including preparing grants, reporting, and complying with monitoring and evaluation guidelines of our funders, including IKI.
REQUIREMENTS:
Experience and competencies
- At least 4 years of relevant work experience in either a civil society organisation, philanthropy, government, or an international organisation;
- Strong written communication skills with demonstratedexperience writingbriefings for high-level officials;
- Demonstrated experience with event management and delivery, including the preparation of event materials, invitee outreach and the management of event logistics;
- Demonstrated experience organising internal knowledge to disseminate it to external audiences;
- Experience in project management, including strong organisational and planning skills;
- A degree in relevant areas: climate policy, international relations, economics, or policy science;
- An understanding of climate mitigation policy, including the Paris Agreement long-term low emission development strategies process is an advantage;
- Genuine interest in the mission and values of the organisation, and in supporting the transition of developed and developing country to net-zero greenhouse gas emission economies;
- Excellent command of English(both spoken and written). A second language, particularly French or Spanish, is a plus.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- The unique opportunity to work as part of a highly dynamic, international group of individuals who combine their passion to make a difference with a rigorous and results-oriented approach to work;
- A flexible work environment and a space to develop and challenge yourself;
- A full-time contract – details may change depending on location;
- Location(s): Preferred location London or Brussels(The candidate should have right to work in the selected location);
- Start date: As soon as possible.
HOW TO APPLY;
- Please upload your CV and a short cover letter (in English) below. Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted;
- All applications will be treated confidentially. We will store your information in our internal database unless you specifically request otherwise.
DIVERSITY STATEMENT:
- We are committed to diversity and inclusion in our organisation;
- We strongly encourage candidates from historically disadvantaged or marginalised groups to apply.
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