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About The Role

The Policy Advisor will play a key role in advancing IISD’s mission in the Philippines by conducting research, reviewing government and industry plans, policies, and programs, managing project activities, and engaging with stakeholders on transport electrification and associated power sector readiness issues. The role will cover the following areas:

Research: Conduct cost-benefit and financial analyses, macroeconomic modelling, and power system readiness assessments of various transport electrification pathways.
Policy review: Provide technical review of government and industry plans, policies, and programs related to transport electrification and the power sector.
Communications: Prepare reports, policy briefs, and relevant communication materials.
Stakeholder engagement: Coordinate with government and non-government stakeholders.
Operations and project management: Manage and execute project activities.

You will collaborate with Filipino and international colleagues to deliver high-quality project outputs.

Key Responsibilities Include

Conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis and research on the Philippines’ transport electrification and energy sector plans, policies, and programs
Prepare reports, briefs, publications, and communication materials to inform key government and non-government stakeholders and help shape public discourse.
Engage and coordinate with government agencies, industry stakeholders, development partners, and civil society organizations to achieve project objectives
Support project management, including planning, coordination, monitoring, and reporting of deliverables.
Represent IISD at national and international events, as needed.

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Qualifications

Required Skills and Qualifications

Filipino nationality, residence, or valid work permit required.
Master’s degree in energy, engineering, transport, economics, environmental studies, public policy, or a related field. Equivalent professional experience may be considered.

Experience

At least 5 years of professional experience in energy or related fields, with exposure to the electric vehicle industry and the power sector preferred.
Experience engaging with national government agencies, local government units, with experience working with power industry actors and transport stakeholders considered an advantage.

Technical Skills

Proficiency in quantitative research methods, including data gathering, processing, and analysis.
Experience with qualitative research tools (e.g., structured interviews, focus group discussions, surveys).
Strong understanding of the Philippine energy and transport sector, including the structure and functions of government agencies, private sector actors, and key policy and regulatory frameworks.

Core Competencies

Familiarity with current energy, transport, sustainable development, and climate change agenda and policy development.
Strong communication and networking skills.
Ability to produce “publication-ready” work with minimal oversight.
Highly organized and capable of managing multiple activities under tight deadlines.
An entrepreneurial approach to work, taking initiative within the team and ready to develop new skills, increase responsibility, and build experience in fundraising.
Collaborative mindset with sensitivity to cultural diversity.
Fluency in English (written and spoken) is essential. Fluency in Filipino is highly desirable.

International Institute for Sustainable Development

An award-winning think tank championing sustainable solutions to the world's most pressing problems. Our mission is to promote human development and environmental sustainability.

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International Institute for Sustainable Development

An award-winning think tank championing sustainable solutions to the world's most pressing problems. Our mission is to promote human development and environmental sustainability.

Website
Unknown
Between 50 and 250 employees
Others

International Institute for Sustainable Development did not yet communicate its impact measurement.

This structure did not communicate to us the labels or certifications that it was able to obtain.

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