Climate and Energy Programme Officer

Climate and Energy Programme Officer

WWF is the world’s largest and most experienced independent conservation organization. WWF-Turkey is the national organization of WWF. In line with the universal efforts to mitigate climate change, the main objective of the Climate and Energy Programme of WWF-Turkey is to achieve the transition to a climate resilient, low carbon society and economy.

WWF-Turkey is seeking a Climate and Energy Programme Officer. The successful candidate will report to Climate and Energy Programme Supervisor and contribute to WWF-Turkey’s efforts for scaling up sustainable renewable energy and enable transition to low carbon development pathways in Turkey.

Duties and Responsibilities

Carry out relevant project activities, prepare technical and financial reports.
Gather intelligence and follow climate & energy policies.
Represent WWF-Turkey in various fora, do lobby and advocacy work.
Coordinate and communicate with different stakeholders (other NGOs, decision makers in local and national levels, private sector).
Contribute to fundraising efforts related to relevant subject areas.
Work closely with fundraising and communication departments.
Seek opportunities to develop new projects.
Conduct research or analysis in policy areas.
Event management for relevant project activities.

Required Qualifications

A technical, business or administrative university degree in a relevant discipline. Possession of a postgraduate degree is a plus.
At least 3 years professional experience in energy policy, renewable energy development, climate policy, low carbon frameworks, climate change mitigation or adaptation, carbon footprint accounting, sustainability or any other relevant issue.
Previous experience in project design and management.
Experience in report writing, press releases etc.

Skills and Competencies

Ability to maintain and develop a range of contacts to build effective working relationships and networks and links to relevant government agencies, state departments, other NGOs and private sector.
Good communication, negotiation and networking skills appropriate for multicultural and multidisciplinary environments.
Good organizational skills.
Good analytical and policy advocacy skills.
Possession of open and flexible approach to new ideas, drawing on them and on experience.
Ability to set and meet challenging goals and seek long term improvements.
Ability to prioritise own workload and meet deadlines, without compromising the quality of work.
Strong team player.
Excellent written and spoken Turkish and English.
Very good command of Microsoft Office Applications.
Eagerness to work for nature conservation.
Be comfortable with frequent travelling and/or field work.