Policy Advisor - Trade and Climate Change

The Policy Advisor - Trade and Climate Change will work with national governments and other stakeholders in Vietnam, the Philippines, and Indonesia to conduct research and develop policy recommendations at the intersection of climate and trade policy. The successful candidate will be part of a team implementing a multi-year project that supports the reduction of carbon emissions in Southeast Asia while advancing a Just Transition and promoting gender equality and social inclusion.

Requirements

• Conduct economic research on the competitiveness impacts of climate policy choices.
• Work with industry and government to assess and respond to border carbon adjustment policies implemented in other jurisdictions.
• Develop trade and climate policy recommendations in collaboration with partners.
• Coordinate activities with colleagues in IISD’s Energy and Fiscal Policy teams, as well as project management, communications, and monitoring and evaluation teams.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and growth