Renewables

(Junior) Consultant climate neutral entrepreneurship

CompanyEcofysExperience3-5 years
Date of posting2008-05-28 17:31Salary 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 currently has a vacancy for a:
(Junior) consultant climate neutral entrepreneurship

The position:

Climate change is posing one of the biggest challenges on mankind in the 21st century. Companies are increasingly aware of their responsibilities and the threads and opportunities in the field of climate change in relation to their businesses. Many companies implement carbon reduction targets or even decide to make all their activities or products climate neutral. Ecofys has many years of experience in advising leading global companies on carbon footprint calculation and developing carbon reduction strategies. As a junior consultant climate strategy you will support companies with carbon footprint calculations and possibilities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions cost effectively. Starting as a junior, you will grow towards a medior position, leading projects independently, within 1-2 years.

SkillsYour profile:

Our ideal candidate combines strong analytical thinking with interest in climate change issues and sustainable energy solutions. You have a university degree in natural science, technology or environmental sciences and 2 years of relevant experience in the field of climate change and/or renewable energy. 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 and Dutch 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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Reference NrMVM2008 E07