As the ASEAN region accelerates its energy transition, there is an urgent need to strengthen internal capacity in environmental economics and climate finance, ensuring that financial and policy instruments are integrated into regional energy planning. The emerging carbon markets in AMS, as well as increasing regional interest in sustainable finance, highlight the importance of this role.
To support this growing area of work, ACE is seeking to recruit one (1) Technical Officer under the MPP Department to contribute to ACCEPT Phase II. The selected officer will provide expertise on climate finance and environmental economics, playing a crucial role in bridging modelling outputs, financial mechanisms, and policy strategies to advance ASEAN’s low carbon energy transition.
ACE promotes gender equality and inclusivity. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.
POSITION IDENTIFICATIONS
Job Title: Research Analyst on Climate Finance and Economic Environment
Job Level: Technical Officer (TO)
Department: Energy Modelling and Policy Planning (MPP)
Project: ASEAN Climate Change and Energy Project (ACCEPT)
Reporting To : MPP Manager and ACCEPT Project Manager
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the supervision of the MPP and ACCEPT Manager, the Technical Officer will contribute to the implementation of ACCEPT Phase II with the following responsibilities:
- Support research and policy studies on climate finance mechanisms, such as carbon pricing, emissions trading systems, green bonds, and other sustainable finance instruments.
- Assist in the design and implementation study of national and regional scenarios for low-carbon and net-zero transitions in ASEAN, in collaboration with the modelling team.
- Contribute to economic assessments of climate policies and technologies, including cost-benefit analysis, investment needs, and macroeconomic impacts of decarbonisation.
- Assist in the preparation of policy briefs, technical reports, and knowledge products related to the energy-climate-finance nexus.
- Support stakeholder engagement with ASEAN Member States, Dialogue Partners, multilateral institutions, and private sector actors, particularly on financing the energy transition.
- Contribute to organising regional capacity-building activities, including workshops, webinars, and consultations related to ACCEPT project.
- Liaise with other ACE departments and projects to ensure integration and knowledge exchange across programme areas.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
- A Bachelor or Master’s degree in Environmental Economics, Energy Economics, Climate Finance, Public Policy, or other relevant disciplines. A Doctorate degree is an advantage.
- At least 2 years of experience in policy research, economic modelling, or finance related work in energy, climate, or sustainability sectors.
- Demonstrated experience or academic work related to carbon pricing instruments, carbon market development, green finance, or climate investment frameworks.
- Experience with quantitative and/or qualitative economic modelling tools is a strong asset (e.g. CGE models, LEAP/NEMO, MARKAL/TIMES, MESSAGE).
- Familiarity with relevant software and data analysis tools (e.g., Python, R, Excel, GAMS, STATA) is an advantage.
- Strong knowledge of ASEAN energy and climate policy landscape is desirable.
- Experience working with international or regional organisations is an advantage.
Personal Competences
- Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and effectively.
- Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities; able to manage timelines and deliverables in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to work both independently and collaboratively in a regional team setting.
- Demonstrated commitment to transparency, integrity, and professional ethics.
- Excellent command of written and spoken English.
HOW TO APPLY
Read more information at https://aseanenergy.org/vacancies/ and click “Apply here” by 20 July 2025 at the latest.
The Selection Committee’s decision is final, and only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
