Policy Analyst – EU ETS

ERCST (European Roundtable on Climate Change and Sustainable Transition), independent think-tank based in Brussels, Belgium, is seeking to hire a Policy Analyst.

ERCST provides rigorous intellectual analysis of EU and international climate change developments and policies, by using the experience and research of its staff, as well input from stakeholders who participate in its activities. ERCST provides original ideas and research into European and international debates on climate change policy. It represents its own views and strives to ensure in a very strict way its independence and integrity. Over the last years, ERCST has successfully organised and facilitated hundreds of workshops and events with policymakers and stakeholders, both in EU and non-EU countries, and produced dozens of papers and reports of the highest quality.

ERCST is a place where you can develop ideas and question any assumptions, where you can interact with all stakeholders at the highest level of knowledge and expertise in matters related to EU and global climate change policy – where you can develop and learn, where you will get responsibility for interesting work.

Responsibilities:

• Research and draft background materials on ERCST Workstreams, with a focus on the EU ETS.

• Monitor and analyse relevant climate policy developments;

• Maintain liaison with stakeholders such as policymakers, business associations, environmental NGOs, etc. in their area of work;

• Represent ERCST in external public events and various expert groups;

• Support and contribute to ERCST’s research and outreach activities, including drafting background materials, co-authoring papers and reports, as well as conceptualising and delivering stakeholder meetings;

• Contribute to the successful delivery of projects and grants.

Skills and requirements:

• 3+ years of professional experience;

• University Degree of at least 4 years - a good understanding of economics is important;

• Master’s degree in economics, environmental economics or EU policy is desirable;

• Some basic knowledge of EU policy making, and ICM technology policy framework is desirable;

• Interest in climate and energy policy and politics - existing knowledge of climate change policy and market approaches to climate change is desirable;

• ERCST working language is English. A C2 standard level of English is a must and proficiency in other languages will be considered an advantage;

• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office tools;

• Ability to work in a multicultural and demanding environment, take initiative and solve problems while under pressure;

• Ability to internalise substantial amounts of (new) materials and think laterally;

• Authorisation to live and work in Belgium.

Start date: Interviews start as applications are received. Work will start at the at a mutual agree time.

Compensation: Competitive, depending on the level, experience, and background of the candidate. Daily meal voucher and public transport compensation included.

Workplace: ERCST offices are located in the EU quarter of Brussels, easily accessible by public transport and close to EU institutions.

If you are interested, please send your CV and a one-page cover letter to the attention of Mr. Andrei Marcu, Executive Director, to [email protected] and mention “Policy Analyst - first name last name” in the subject line.