BACKGROUND
The Asia Low Carbon Buildings Transition project is supported by the International Climate Initiative (IKI) of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK) and implemented by a consortium comprise of the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), the ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE) and the Energy Efficiency Services Limited of India.
Rapid economic development in the region has led to a boom in building construction, with floor area projected to double by 2060. This growth drives energy demand and emissions, especially from cooling needs in hot climates. However, many Asian countries lack the frameworks, capacity, and financing to enable low-carbon buildings at scale. While regional plans like APAEC provide efficiency blueprints, targeted support is needed to assist governments, industries, and financial institutions in implementation. Therefore, the project will address regulatory, capacity and financing gaps that prevent large scale adoption of low carbon buildings (LCB).
Project interventions build technical and institutional capacity for city and state governments to contribute to national GHG emission reduction targets from building materials and operations, particularly from cooling, complementing regional and global initiatives in the five target countries – Cambodia, India, Indonesia, Thailand, and Vietnam.
POSITION IDENTIFICATIONS
Job Title : Associate Senior Energy Modeler – Building
Job Level : Senior Officer
Department : Energy Efficiency and Conservation Department.
Reporting To : Head of Energy Efficiency and Conservation Department & Programme Manager of Asia Low Carbon Building Transition
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the guidance of the Head of Energy Efficiency and Conservation and Programme Manager of Asia Low Carbon Building Transition, the Associate Senior Modeler – Building will be responsible for the following duties:
- Lead the development of databases on energy efficient and climate-friendly building and online tools to facilitate investment for energy efficiency and conservation projects in building sector.
- Coordinate and support the Consortium Partners to develop building registry and building carbon performance assessment tool for low carbon building, including data collection, scenario modelling and validation, and supporting its integration into ACE online tools and platforms.
- Conduct research and analysis on policies and regulations related to low carbon and energy efficient buildings and provide policy recommendations and roadmap towards net-zero carbon building.
- Facilitate capacity development of government officials, building designers/architects, building developers, auditors, and ESCOs on low carbon buildings through the development of university syllabus on energy management and carbon performance of buildings, including the conduct of energy management and building energy audit training programme.
- Develop reports, articles, case studies, and research related to energy efficiency and conservation in Southeast Asia’s building sector.
- Contribute to modelling and analysis of residential and commercial building sector for ASEAN Energy Outlook.
- Assist in identifying opportunities for project funding, such as, drafting concept papers, project proposals and reports, developing project budget and monitoring strategies
- Coordinate and communicate closely with ACE internal pillars and departments.
- Carry out another task/s that may be assigned to him/her by the Executive Director.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
- A Master’s degree in engineering (mechanical, architectural, civil), energy management, energy policy and planning, climate & sustainability, data analysis/statistics, or a related discipline. A Doctor’s degree is an advantage.
- At least five (5) years of experience in building energy modelling, analysis, and implementing energy-efficient and low-carbon building technologies and systems and advising on energy policies, particularly related to building energy efficiency and sustainability.
- Extensive experience with energy modelling software (e.g., eQUEST, EnergyPlus, EDGE), spreadsheet software (e.g., Microsoft Excel), including scripting with Python or VBA.
- Expertise in building energy systems design and retrofitting for energy efficiency. Knowledge of HVAC, lighting, building enclosure systems, and building science. Understanding of energy codes and standards (e.g., IECC, ASHRAE 90.1, LEED, ENERGY STAR) as well as understanding in sustainable building practices and green building standards.
- Ability to perform building analysis calculations, including physics, engineering, and financing related, utilising well-known and robust models/tools, analyse model outputs and develop detailed studies on building components and energy efficiency alternatives.
- Certifications such as CEM, LEED accreditation, ASHRAE BEMP, or EDGE Expert/EDGE Auditor are beneficial.
- Experience or involvement in the ASEAN energy sector or projects, especially in the topics of energy efficiency in building, is a plus.
PERSONAL COMPETENCES
- Strong teamwork skills with an action-oriented, problem-solving, analytical, and creative thinking approach.
- Ability to work accurately, pay attention to detail, meet deadlines, and efficiently organize work while handling a variety of tasks simultaneously.
- Excellent interpersonal attributes, including sensitivity, sound judgment, and strong organizational and leadership capabilities. Able to work effectively in a multicultural environment.
- Promote an open reporting culture that is transparent, compliant, and embodies integrity.
- Excellent command of written and spoken English.
HOW TO APPLY
Submit your application through https://aseanenergy.org/vacancies/ and click “Apply Now”, by latest 31 July 2024. The Selection Committee’s decision is final and only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
The successful candidate is expected to be on board by August 2024. The Selection Committee’s decision is final; only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
