À propos de ce poste Senior Consultant chez ICF
ICF is a leading provider of science-based climate, environmental and energy advisory services to private and public sector clients across the globe. We help our clients progress on their transformation journey, from the understanding of this rapidly evolving landscape to the design and implementation of impactful strategies and actions plans all the way to their evaluation.
To support the continued growth of our Sustainable Finance, Climate and Biodiversity Policy practice, we are looking for experienced Senior Consultants to join our team in Brussels, Spain or London. The successful candidate will join a dynamic team and support our diverse policy work. You will get the opportunity to work on flagship projects such as the Innovation Fund, studies related to climate diplomacy, and the transformation of our society towards a net-zero, nature positive and socially just model. Your work will benefit clients such as the European Commission, national governments, and international and national development finance institutions.
Our team has built a reputation for the successful delivery of large, complex projects, developing innovative solutions that drive positive change for their clients and support the overall sustainable transition in the EU and beyond.
Some of our flagship projects include:
- Providing continuous expertise since 2019 to support the successful implementation of the EU Emissions Trading System’s Innovation Fund
- Supporting the design of decarbonisation strategies and transition pathways at EU and national level
- Supporting the development of a long-term research and innovation agenda towards 2050 climate neutrality (see report here)
- Designing Sustainable Finance Action Plans for different EU Member States (e.g. Poland, Italy) to redirect public and private capitals towards the low carbon transition · Delivering the European Business and Biodiversity Platform since 2013 for the European Commission
- Evaluating the impact of green bonds on supporting climate mitigation investments for the European Investment Bank and European Bank for Reconstruction & Development
- Supporting National Promotional Banks in Poland and Spain with their sustainable finance strategies
Responsibilities:
You will work as part of a multi-national, multi-disciplinary and collaborative team of climate and environmental experts, economists, engineers, financial experts, and communication specialists to:
- · Support the delivery of projects for public and private clients
- Support the management of projects and take the lead in the deployment of discrete tasks and activities
- Provide robust and sound qualitative and quantitative analysis and support the translation of complex data into meaningful and impactful recommendations
- Engage with stakeholders through both quantitative and qualitative surveys
- Support ICF’s thought leadership in climate policy, identifying emerging trends and opportunities and help to translate these into new service offers that will benefit clients
Required qualifications & skills:
- Fluency in spoken English and excellent English writing skills
- Master’s degree in climate or environmental sciences, environmental economics, environmental engineering, political sciences, or a related discipline
- Professional working experience of at least 5 years in the field of climate policy at EU level, with an excellent understanding of the latest policy developments (e.g. Net Zero Industry Act; Climate Law; EU ETS; etc.).
- Demonstrable experience of public policy project delivery and management, and ideally with experience of conducting policy and programme evaluations
- Strong qualitative and quantitative analysis capability, including advanced knowledge of Excel and equivalent tools
- Proven communication skills and track record in the field of stakeholder engagement, especially within public authorities and the business and finance community
- Ability to work independently as well as within multi-cultural, multi-disciplinary consulting teams spread across several countries and time zones
Preferred qualifications & skills
- Fluency in a second EU language
- Entrepreneurial mindset eager to innovate and develop new solutions to address the climate and environmental crises.
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Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair and equitable interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodations that involve the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [email protected]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
