Researcher Climate Diplomacy - Japan

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.
  
What is Climate Diplomacy

Climate diplomacy is a function within the international climate change movement designed to reduce the negative impacts climate change pose for global peace, stability, and prosperity. The role influences foreign policy objectives such as strengthening multilateralism and international collaboration.
  
Climate diplomacy also means prioritising climate policy in diplomatic dialogues and international collaboration, including reaching out to partner countries bilaterally and making the case for more ambitious climate action.


Benefits & Culture

• Global role with an expanding and well-regarded independent climate policy think tank
• 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 executive director, Dr. Hirata, this new role will work on developing a diplomacy strategy at Climate Integrate and collaborate with the global climate network to contribute to the acceleration of decarbonization in Japan and internationally. In this role you will consider and suggest diplomatic solutions by conducting assessment and analysis of climate policies, frameworks, and key players within Japan’s political system.
  
You will also implement joint projects with Japanese and/or overseas research organisations, think tanks, and other experts to identify problems and develop strategies for the implementation of climate policies and measures. Other aspects of the role include to;

• Support government-to-government collaboration
• Plan, manage, and attend related meetings
• Report on, and disseminate policy research to, stakeholders and the climate ecosystem
• Perform ad hoc tasks including related administrative support

Skills Required
  
With a background in research and analysis of climate action, policies, and international relations, or related work, your experience was likely gained in the public or political sector, a research institution, or other relevant setting.
  
You have expertise in, and knowledge of, Japanese politics and policy, and have a strong interest in the key areas/sectors relevant to climate, as well as the barriers and levers to change. You have a passion for solving global climate change issues, can actively communicate, collaborate, and engage with the diplomatic community and international counterparts, and you are willing to travel internationally.
  
You have native level Japanese and strong English language skills, including for gathering and analysing information internationally, briefing stakeholders and media, and building strategic relationships in Japan and globally. You also have the following experience:

• Knowledge/experience of the energy, industry, or finance sector
• Confidence in preparing presentations and presenting to diverse audiences
• Ability to write both long and short form reports and presentations

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 #1284153. 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.

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