Researcher - Climate Policy & Data Analysis - Japan
| Organisation Name | Climate Integrate |
| Location | Asia remote, (ideally Tokyo, Seoul or Singapore), or international. |
| Date Posted | 2024-11-25 |
| Job Type | Full-Time |
| Job Number | 1284151 |
- Climate policy/data analysis role in independent climate policy think tank
- Work with leading international climate experts & global research community
- Japan or international - remote; native Japanese and fluent English required
The Organisation
Climate Integrate is Japan’s independent non-profit climate policy think tank and was established in 2022 by the internationally recognized climate expert, Dr. Kimiko Hirata. With a mission to accelerate decarbonization within society, business, and the public sector in Japan and globally, Climate Integrate conducts research, governance, and diplomacy in Japan, providing insights and information to support multi-stakeholders’ global efforts to decarbonize.
Dr. Hirata was awarded the 2021 Goldman Environmental Prize and was selected as one of the BBC’s Top 100 Women in 2022 for her work to phase-out Japanese coal and for her advocacy for sustainable finance in Japan. Climate Integrate has a high-profile board of directors and advisors and has recently released several high-impact research papers in collaboration with global climate think tanks. Dr. Hirata has identified three fundamental gaps within Japan’s climate action, an ecosystem gap, an information gap, and a transition gap. Climate Integrate works to fill these gaps by expanding the ecosystem of organisations and partners to address the energy transition.
Benefits & Culture
The Role
Reporting to the director, you will work as a specialist in the team and collaborate with the global climate network to help accelerate decarbonization in Japan and overseas. Your role will be to consider and suggest potential solutions by conducting assessment and analysis of climate and energy policies, data, modelling, and scenarios in Japan’s high-emitting industries, with a focus on electricity and power sectors.
You will also conduct outreach and implement joint projects with Japanese and overseas research organisations, think tanks and other experts. Other aspects of the role include to;
Skills Required
With a background in climate and energy research, economic modelling, or data and policy analysis, you have a strong desire to contribute to Climate Integrate’s decarbonization mission. Most likely your experience was gained in the public and private sector, a research institution, think tank, or other relevant setting.
You can leverage expertise and knowledge from a high-emitting sector, including power, energy, industry, transportation, or trade, and you can cooperate actively with other national and international research organisations. You have the passion and creativity to help address energy transition challenges and the drive to develop solutions.
You can work competently in both Japanese and English, including for gathering and analysing information internationally, participating in meetings, and writing reports and commentaries. You also have the following skills;
If joining an expanding independent climate think tank resonates with you, and you meet most of the above criteria, please submit your CV and cover letter in English addressing the skills required above, quoting #1284151. Alternatively call Lois Freeke or Aya Long from NGO Recruitment in Melbourne on +61 (0)3 8080 8978 to discuss your interest.
No working visa provided; you must have the rights to work for your location.
Please note there is no formal closing date for this role, if you are interested, we would encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
NGO Recruitment values equitable recruitment practices and is committed to representing candidates reflective of the diverse organisations and communities we work with. We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds, ages, and identities, and are happy to adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs. If you are interested in this position and have most of the skills or experience we are looking for, please go ahead and apply.
Climate Integrate is Japan’s independent non-profit climate policy think tank and was established in 2022 by the internationally recognized climate expert, Dr. Kimiko Hirata. With a mission to accelerate decarbonization within society, business, and the public sector in Japan and globally, Climate Integrate conducts research, governance, and diplomacy in Japan, providing insights and information to support multi-stakeholders’ global efforts to decarbonize.
Dr. Hirata was awarded the 2021 Goldman Environmental Prize and was selected as one of the BBC’s Top 100 Women in 2022 for her work to phase-out Japanese coal and for her advocacy for sustainable finance in Japan. Climate Integrate has a high-profile board of directors and advisors and has recently released several high-impact research papers in collaboration with global climate think tanks. Dr. Hirata has identified three fundamental gaps within Japan’s climate action, an ecosystem gap, an information gap, and a transition gap. Climate Integrate works to fill these gaps by expanding the ecosystem of organisations and partners to address the energy transition.
Benefits & Culture
- Global role with an expanding and well-regarded independent climate policy think tank in Japan
- Flexible management structure and collaborative, supportive, and progressive team culture
- Competitive salary and attractive benefits and holidays, remote working conditions
- Initial one-year contract, strong possibility of ongoing contract extension, travel opportunities
The Role
Reporting to the director, you will work as a specialist in the team and collaborate with the global climate network to help accelerate decarbonization in Japan and overseas. Your role will be to consider and suggest potential solutions by conducting assessment and analysis of climate and energy policies, data, modelling, and scenarios in Japan’s high-emitting industries, with a focus on electricity and power sectors.
You will also conduct outreach and implement joint projects with Japanese and overseas research organisations, think tanks and other experts. Other aspects of the role include to;
- Plan, manage, and attend related expert meetings
- Report on and present findings to stakeholders, consultants, and media
- Perform ad hoc tasks including related administrative support
Skills Required
With a background in climate and energy research, economic modelling, or data and policy analysis, you have a strong desire to contribute to Climate Integrate’s decarbonization mission. Most likely your experience was gained in the public and private sector, a research institution, think tank, or other relevant setting.
You can leverage expertise and knowledge from a high-emitting sector, including power, energy, industry, transportation, or trade, and you can cooperate actively with other national and international research organisations. You have the passion and creativity to help address energy transition challenges and the drive to develop solutions.
You can work competently in both Japanese and English, including for gathering and analysing information internationally, participating in meetings, and writing reports and commentaries. You also have the following skills;
- Confidence in presenting to diverse audiences in a variety of settings
- Ability to write both long and short form reports and presentations in Japanese and English
- Proficiency with relevant software, advanced abilities in Excel, and statistical analysis
- Native-level Japanese language skills and professional level English
If joining an expanding independent climate think tank resonates with you, and you meet most of the above criteria, please submit your CV and cover letter in English addressing the skills required above, quoting #1284151. Alternatively call Lois Freeke or Aya Long from NGO Recruitment in Melbourne on +61 (0)3 8080 8978 to discuss your interest.
No working visa provided; you must have the rights to work for your location.
Please note there is no formal closing date for this role, if you are interested, we would encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
NGO Recruitment values equitable recruitment practices and is committed to representing candidates reflective of the diverse organisations and communities we work with. We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds, ages, and identities, and are happy to adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs. If you are interested in this position and have most of the skills or experience we are looking for, please go ahead and apply.
Please be advised you can upload two attachments, including your resume and covering letter when submitting your application.