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Climate and Energy Programme Associate
WWF-China

World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) is the largest independent non-government conservation organization in the world. WWF operates in 96 countries/regions with over 6,000 professionals worldwide. WWF provides financial and technical assistance to governments, NGOs, the academic community and local communities for activities that protect eco-systems, biodiversity, and sustainable use of natural resources and energy. In China, WWF works in the fields of climate change, sustainable energy, wetlands conservation, forestry, protected areas management, species conservation, environmental education and eco-region management.

Terms of Reference

Position: Climate and Energy Programme Associate, WWF-China

Location: China Programme Office, Beijing

Reports to: WWF Climate and Energy Programme Officer

Function:

  • Provide assistance to WWF China's Climate and Energy Programme;
  • Work in the fields of climate change, energy conservation and renewable energy development;
  • Maintain regular contacts with governments, partner organizations, and donor agencies;
  • Communicate with the mass media and the general public.

    • Major Duties and Responsibilities:

    The candidate is expected to provide technical and management support, which includes logistical support for the programme officer and programme activities, and assist in preparation of reports to donors, and draft of project proposals. Communication is the major focus of the responsibilities. The work is particularly related to the following areas:

  • Research and capacity building related to climate change policy development;
  • Maintain communication with the general public, researchers and policymakers on climate impacts and solutions;
  • Support work on renewable energy business development training, sustainable transport, renewable energy development and commercialization, etc;
  • Facilitate the dialogue among governments, NGOs and the business community;
  • Help maintain the contacts between the China Climate and Energy Programme and WWF International Climate Campaign;
  • Regular contacts with the mass media.

    • Supervisor:Climate and Energy Programme Officer

    Working Relationships:

    1.Internal: regular contacts with, and report to, China Climate and Energy Programme officer, and contacts with other CPO Programme and administrative staff;

    2.External: regular interaction with project partners, e.g., governmental agencies, Beijing Energy Efficiency Center (BECon), Center for Renewable Energy Development (CRED), Qsinghua University, key environmental NGOs; the mass media and WWF International Climate Change Campaign.

    Qualifications:

  • At least three years of relevant work experience with government agencies, non-governmental organizations or private-sector companies, management experience preferred;
  • An advanced university degree in a relevant subject;
  • Proactive, innovative and output-oriented personality with the ability to work hard and meet deadlines;
  • Good communication skills and the ability to learn in a rapidly changing environment;
  • Strong ability in written and spoken English and Chinese;
  • Knowledge on use of computer, and skills on speed typing.

    • Terms of employment:

    Two years with the possibility of renewal, starting in Jan. 2001

    Closing date:March.01, 2001

    To Apply:

    Send cover letter, resume and three names of professional references and their contact information to Ms. Wang Xiaogeng at [email protected] or send the application to the following address:

    Ms. Wang Xiaogeng
    Managing Director
    WWF-China
    Room 701 The Gateway
    No.10 Yabao Road, Chaoyang District
    Beijing 100020
    China
    Tel: (86) 10 6591 5732 to 37
    Fax: (86) 10 6591 5731



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