Part-Time Consultant, Non-CO2 GHG Project

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the Industrial Decarbonization Project Manager, the Consultant shall perform the assigned tasks on non-CO2 greenhouse gas (GHG) research focusing on methane and other Short-lived Climate Pollutants (SLCPs) but also help with other project management and coordination work as needed.

The Consultant position will be for an initial term of 6 months, with the potential to extend based on program needs. The Consultant must be working in the office at least 3 days per week (7 hours per day with 1-hour unpaid lunch break).

Responsibilities:

• The Consultant will help to management the projects in terms of progress tracking, check-ins, reports review, internal process support etc.
• The Consultant will work with partners to prepare methane utilization research proposals, budgets, contracts, and compliance materials. Organize project review meetings and provide expert feedback and guidance to partners to improve research.
• The Consultant will manage research cooperation and engagement with Chinese partners on GHG policies in key sectors, including but not limited to energy (focusing on the coal industry) and waste sectors.
• The Consultant will also research best practices in China and internationally, prepare research reports, and help develop strategies for promoting methane abatement of key sectors in China.
• The Consultant will also support work on related to research and abatement of non-methane short lived climate forcers (SLCFs).
• Assist to organize and attend the meetings and conferences.

Requirements:

• Master’s Degree in energy, environmental policy, science or engineering, energy economics or a related field, or 3-5 years of working experience in a related field or organization.
• Ideally, experience working on GHG mitigation in the key sectors.
• Excellent research and writing skills in both Mandarin and English.
• Broad knowledge of environmental, GHG and climate change policy in China and abroad, and experience in researching and writing on environmental policy.
• Experience and ability to work cooperatively with stakeholders, including policymakers, researchers, universities, companies, and NGOs. Strong interpersonal skills and a team player.

To Apply:

To apply, please send a letter of interest and your resume (both Chinese and English) to Mr. Wei Wei ( wwei@nrdc-china.org) and indicate your availability. The subject of your application email should be entitled “Part-time Consultant, Non-CO2 – Industrial Decarbonization Project: your name.”