Job Title: Associate,
Carbon
Hiring Organization: Evidence
Action
Location – Locality: Nairobi
Location – Region: Kenya
Industry: NGO
Job Type: Full
Time
Salary: KES
Date Posted: 07/12/2024
is a
global nonprofit organization with an approach distinctive in international
development – we exclusively scale interventions that are backed by strong
evidence and can be delivered with exceptional cost-effectiveness. Our programs
have grown since our founding in 2013 to reach over 515 million people globally
with our interventions. We deliver high impact for every dollar spent, as
recognized by,, and.
We do development differently. We take a data-driven approach to identifying, scaling, and continuously improving programs which deliver immense impact, ensuring these solutions measurably improve the lives of millions. Our has helped governments in Africa and Asia deliver over 1.8 billion childhood deworming treatments, improving health, education, and incomes. provides sustained safe water access to over 10 million people in rural Africa, preventing childhood illness and deaths.
We drive
innovation: Our builds the next generation of exceptional programs, taking an
approach most similar to a venture capital model. We are ruthless in which do
not meet our criteria; those that advance deliver outsized impact for millions
of people.
We are
global. Across nine countries in Africa and Asia, our 700+ people are united by
a tremendous passion for our mission and impact. We are strong because of our
diversity of experience, geography, and background – with over 90% of our
people in the countries where our impact is focused.
We have
big ambitions. Over the next decade, we’re setting our sights higher: We aim to
reach over 600 million people globally to fulfill our vision of a world where
hundreds of millions of people in the poorest places have better opportunities
and their lives are measurably improved. We believe in bold and urgent action –
because poverty doesn’t wait, and neither should we.
We need
great people. Our success to date is due to the collective work of our amazing
staff. To achieve our ambitious goals, we are looking for people who share our
passion for evidence, cost-effectiveness, and scale. We seek individuals who
take an entrepreneurial approach, enjoy tackling hard problems, and have a bias
to action and results. If our vision and approach excite you as much as it does
us, we invite you to join us.
Job
purpose
To
support the day-to-day execution of Evidence Action’s multi-country carbon
program, and to support the building of strategic partnerships, within and
without the climate change sector, to expand the impact of Safe Water Evidence
Action’s implementation.
Location:
Nairobi, Kenya
This role
reports to: Manager, Carbon Financing (ESA) (East and Southern African region)
Direct
reports: None
Travel
requirements include: Visiting countries within the ESA region for
approximately 50% of the time or depending on the need.
Duties
and responsibilities
- Support
the carbon manager in Country Designated National Authorities (DNA) Needs:
Assist the Carbon team in addressing the specific requirements of DNAs
related to Article 6 transitions.
- Meeting
Coordination: Coordinate with Country Leads to arrange meetings with DNAs,
ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
- Implementation
Framework Support: Aid in the development and execution of the
implementation framework for transitioning carbon projects to Article 6,
aligning with country DNA requirements.
- Policy
Review and Analysis: Review and analyze country-specific climate change
and carbon policies, including Acts of Parliament, to ensure compliance
and strategic alignment.
- Plan
Preparation: Prepare detailed plans and presentations for submission to
government bodies, facilitating approval and support for carbon
initiatives.
- Staff
Training: Conduct training sessions for staff on carbon policy
interventions, enhancing their understanding and capabilities in this
area.
- Partnership
Development: Develop and maintain partnerships within the carbon sector,
fostering collaboration and expanding the program’s impact.
- Documentation
and Reporting: Document lessons learned throughout the transition process,
contributing to continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the
team.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s
degree in a relevant field with strong project management skills, and
having a degree in Environmental studies or related fields will be an
added advantage.
- Proficiency
in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Internet Explorer.
- Effective
verbal and written communication skills.
- Adept
project manager who can engage and keep a large number of stakeholders on
target.
- Experience
in developing projects and programs for the carbon markets.
- Desirable
experience working in the water sector.
- Experience
in managing a cross-cultural team in East Africa.
- Proven
ability to build robust partnerships with governments, Non-profit and
NGOs.
- Experience
influencing relevant stakeholders and working in a matrixed organizational
environment.
- A
critical, analytical, and process-oriented thinker who forms and adjusts
opinions based on evidence.
- Ability
to manage multiple tasks concurrently and work under pressure.
- Highly
developed organizational skills.
- Strong
understanding of carbon policies and climate change legislation.
- Excellent
coordination and organizational skills.
- Ability
to analyze and interpret policy documents and legislative acts.
- Experience
in preparing detailed plans and government presentations.
- Effective
communication and training skills.
- Proven
ability to develop and maintain strategic partnerships.
- Strong
documentation and reporting capabilities.
