Renewables

Junior Consultant Renewable Energy Policies

CompanyEcofysExperience3-5 years
Date of posting2008-05-28 17:28Salary indicationExcellent basic salary + fringe benefits
CategoryRenewablesStart dateTo be discussed
RegionEuropeDurationPermanent
CountryNetherlands
LocationUtrecht, The Netherlands (HQ's)
DescriptionEcofys is a leading knowledge and innovation company in the field of renewable energy, energy efficiency and climate change. It delivers research and service solutions from product development to implementation management. Ecofys' clients are energy companies, financial institutions and corporate businesses, governments and local authorities, international institutions, project developers, housing associations, building companies and energy consumers around the world.

Ecofys is part of Econcern, whose mission is: ‘a sustainable energy supply for everyone’. Econcern, which employs around 1,000 professionals in 20 countries across the world, was ranked No. 234 in Europe’s top 500 listing of high growth, job-creating companies in 2007.

The international Energy and Climate Strategy group of Ecofys provides analysis and strategic advice in the areas of energy and climate technologies, policies and markets. The group has a multidisciplinary staff of 100 people operating in small project teams for multiple clients including local, regional and (inter)national governments, the European Commission, multilateral organisations (UNFCCC, IEA) as well as corporate clients and NGOs.
Ecofys Energy and Climate Strategies is currently looking for a (Junior) consultant renewable energy policies.

The position:
Ecofys performs a wide range of research and consultancy assignments renewable energy strategies and policies. With a new European Renewable Electricity Directive in preparation, it is expected that renewable energy deployment will be boosted. A careful design of policy support instruments is hence very important. Ecofys performs ex-ante and ex-post policy evaluations and is pro-actively involved in the policymaking process. With Ecofys being an international company, we have good access to relevant information around the world. With Ecofys being part of the Econcern group, we have an excellent understanding of the effectiveness of policy instruments in real life. As a (junior) consultant renewable energy policies you will support companies and governments to implement or react to renewable energy policies, strategies and technologies. Starting as a junior, you will grow towards a medior position, leading projects independently.
Skills Your profile:

Our ideal candidate combines strong analytical thinking with interest in sustainable energy solutions. You have a university degree in natural science, technology or environmental sciences and proven experience in the field of climate change and/or renewable energy policies. You are a teamplayer; you have a practical and commercial attitude and excellent communication skills. You are used to working in projects and meeting tight deadlines in terms of time and budget. You have a good knowledge and command of the English language.

Our offer:
In addition to a dynamic, international, as well as pleasant and informal working environment, Ecofys offers a good salary and a complete package if secondary employment benefits.
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