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Task 2 Renewable Energy Project Assistants: USAID Clean Power Asia Program, Bangkok Based

Abt Associates, a global leader in technical assistance, program implementation and international development, seeks one or more project assistants for Task 2: Improved Enabling Environment for Large Scale/Grid-connected Renewable Energy for the USAID Clean Power Asia program.  These positions will be based in Bangkok, will be full or part time, and will report to the USAID Clean Power Asia’s Task 2 Lead. Local candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

The purpose of USAID Clean Power Asia is to accelerate the regional transition to high performing, low carbon power sector. The Activity will assist the governments of the Lower Mekong countries in energy planning and help establish effective policy, regulatory, and technical environment for low-emissions growth in the power sector, while simultaneously attracting public- and private-sector investment in Renewable Energy (RE) development.

Overall Responsibilities of Task 2 Renewable Energy Project Assistant

Work in close coordination with the project team, under the direct supervision and guidance of the Task 2 Lead on the following activities:

• conduct background research on renewable energy policy, markets, and incentives in the LM countries
• conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses related to the design of incentive schemes to support renewable power investment
• provide inputs into meetings and workshops; write meeting minutes and workshop reports
• participate in developing and monitoring implementation of the annual work plan
• other duties to be determined in conjunction with Task 2 Lead

Qualifications

• Thai citizenship
• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, economics, public policy, or related discipline is required for full-time positions. Current Master’s degree students are also welcome to apply for part-time positions.
• Fluency in English
• Commitment and passion for renewable energy
• ability to work under pressure and independently
• 1-2 years of related experiences in the renewable energy industry is preferred

How to Apply:

• Submit CV and a cover letter to cparecruitment@abtassoc.com and Dana_Kenney@abtassoc.com.  The deadline for application submission is January 20, 2017.

This position is open until filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.