Researcher, Diplomatic Campaigning, London

Researcher, Diplomatic Campaigning, London

E3G is hiring a Researcher to contribute to E3G’s work on mobilising diplomatic coalitions and driving political agreements to new climate ambition through multilateral fora. This post will be based in London but we are open to other locations for the right candidates.

Background

E3G is an independent climate change think tank. We are world leading strategists on the political economy of climate change, dedicated to achieving a safe climate for all. We work on the frontier of the climate politics landscape tackling the barriers and advancing the solutions to a safe climate. Our goal is to translate climate politics, economics and policies into action.

E3G is ranked as one of the top ten most influential environmental think tanks in the world by the University of Pennsylvania’s Global Go To Think Tank Index.

E3G offers a dynamic and fast paced working environment that will value your insight, initiative and collaboration wherever you are in the organisation.

Context and overview of role

The aim of the Climate Diplomacy and Geopolitics Programme is to shape diplomatic coalitions and strategies to build the global institutions and political will to drive faster climate action. This role will sit at the heart of the Programme’s work on tracking diplomatic developments and building coalitions around shared diplomatic strategy to reach agreement to new and ambitious climate policy.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute research undertaking short pieces of political analysis and help draft internal and external communications materials, e.g., policy briefings, reports, social media content.
• Support the team with the organisation of convenings of government and non-state actor stakeholders on diplomatic strategy including in person and hybrid workshops, roundtables, webinars and public events.
• Monitor political developments around multilateral and plurilateral meetings and coalitions (e.g., the BRICS, BASICS) and in Leaders’ and Ministers’ speeches and provide updates to E3G teams, as well as to external stakeholders.

• Support coordination with other E3G teams to deliver our shared strategy around multilateral and plurilateral meetings including the G7, G20, COPs, UN General Assembly and associated meetings, and the IMF/World Bank springs and annual meetings.
• Participate in civil society networks to share E3G thought leadership on diplomatic strategy for upcoming multilateral moments with colleagues across the climate community
• Perform administrative support activities to facilitate internal/external engagement efforts.
• Support the work of the Climate Diplomacy and Geopolitics department and collaborate on team management and activities.

Experience and skills

• The candidate should be able to demonstrate a high level of initiative and be positive, organised, resilient and able to deliver high quality work on time.
• They should demonstrate attention to detail combined with the ability to analyse complex information to create high-level summaries.
• An undergraduate degree, and ideally a post graduate degree, in a relevant discipline where possible. This could include politics, social sciences, economics, finance, climate change, environment or international relations.
• Relevant professional experience and track record in a relevant setting e.g., political, policy or research in government or international institution, civil society, think tank or research institute.

• A good working understanding of global climate governance landscape.
• Quantitative data analysis skills for analysis and data visualization are highly desirable.
• Very strong written and spoken communication skills and impeccable written and spoken English. Other languages would be an advantage.

Further details

This role is offered on a 1 year fixed-term basis with the possibility of further extension. This role is located in London. E3G operates a flexible working environment, with staff expected to come to the office at least twice a week on average.

E3G will require candidates to demonstrate that they have the right to live in the UK. E3G is unable to provide relocation assistance or visa support.

A remuneration package competitive with the non-profit sector will be offered. Salary according to E3G researcher band (£27,000 to £31,998) and depending on experience and qualifications.

E3G values diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or ethnic background. We aim to build an inclusive workforce that is reflective of the populations we support, and actively seek applications from those who are marginalized and underrepresented. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

How to apply

• A CV of maximum two pages
• A cover letter of maximum one page outlining why you are applying for this role and when you would be able to start

The deadline for applications is 28 June 2023.

E3G is looking to appoint quickly and so may appoint before the deadline for applications, therefore you are advised to submit your application at the earliest convenience. We reserve the right to remove this advert , dependent on the level of response received.

We will not be able to reply to every applicant. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, we will not be shortlisting you on this occasion.