GIZ is currently implementing a program, funded by the International Climate Initiative (IKI) of the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety (BMU), called “Clean, Affordable, and Secure Energy for Southeast Asia“ (CASE), PN. 2018.9078.9-003.00. The CASE programme aims to drive change in the power sector in Southeast Asia (SEA) towards increased ambition concerning climate change. It focuses on the four main SEA countries, including Indonesia in terms of energy demand, and foresees regional interventions. Overall, the program aims to change the narrative of the direction of the energy sector in SEA has substantially shifted towards an evidence-based energy transition (ET), aiming to increase political ambition to comply with the Paris Agreement. We are seeking 1 (one) qualified Indonesian candidate for the following position:
Trainee
(to support Sustainable Energy Finance Activities)
A. Responsibilities
The traineeship is to support the implementation of CASE programme activities mainly on sustainable energy finance topic. The traineeship program will provide benefits to deepen knowledge on Sustainable Energy Finance and practical experience on the working environment in international cooperation. It can also broaden his/her understanding on energy transition in Indonesia and the ASEAN region.
Under direct supervision of Lead Advisor of CASE Finance, the trainee shall support in the preparation and implementation of CASE programme activities in coordination with Advisors and CASE consortium (IESR, Bappenas, and regional team), namely:
• Activities to support the implementation of the programme outputs with focus on sustainable energy finance topic, namely:
o Output I: Research and Evidence: The evidence base for an energy transition in SEA is improved.
o Output II: Transparency and Mapping: Transparency and coordination of activities related to energy transition is strengthened to maximize synergies.
o Output III: Dialogue (non-energy sector): The dialogue on energy transition within government (and public) bodies is improved.
• Activities’ monitoring and evaluation, including gender analysis and post-events’ evaluation
B. Tasks
The Trainee will perform the following tasks:
1) Support in preparation and implementation of Sustainable Energy Finance activities, such as de-risking renewable investment study with the regional team, factsheet on BPDLH, sustainable energy finance dialogues, training and workshop series on financing the energy transition for non-energy stakeholders, and capacity development for climate stakeholders.
2) Assist the finance team to explore different packages of existing and potential de-risking instruments
3) Assist the finance team in updating relevant data, studies, and supporting documents for activity implementation as well as collaborating with other GIZ projects or other donors.
4) Supporting the finance team in preparing relevant materials (e.g. power-point, factsheet or brochures) for presentation, workshops, training, and other events
5) Support the finance team in the monitoring and evaluation processes based on the performance of project outputs, indicators, and activity milestones
6) Supporting the team in preparing working documents for CASE events, participate in the planning and organization process, and conduct the post event’s evaluation, analysis and compilation (e.g. feedback results, gender composition, attendance list, or other related documents)
7) Assist the team in performing administrative duties and other tasks as advised or agreed.
8) Have regular discussion with the CASE team, if needed.
The traineeship program will provide benefits to deepen knowledge on Sustainable Energy Finance and practical experience on the working environment in international cooperation. It can also broaden his/her understanding on energy transition in Indonesia and the ASEAN region, which could potentially be used as a research topic for his/her study thesis.
C. Required qualifications, competences, and experience
Formal Education
• Bachelor’s Degree or final year master’s student in economics or energy economics, climate finance, sustainable energy engineering, or relevant fields
Other knowledge, additional competences
• Basic knowledge and familiarity on sustainable energy and environmental issues, particularly in Indonesia
• Knowledge on communications will be an advantage
• Experience in conducting desk research, working on event management, and working on data analysis will be an advantage
• Good communication, organisational and project management skills
• Good command of Ms. Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Experience with picture editing software/application is an advantage
• Proficiency in English and excellent writing skills
• Ability to work in a team and to adapt to an international working environment.
Please note that you can only apply for this traineeship if you are currently enrolled as a student, or your graduation was no longer than one year ago.
Duty Station: Jakarta
Working Hours: 5 working days per week, 8 working hours per day
Expected Joining Date: 1 August 2022
Period of Traineeship: 6 months (1 August 2022 – 1 January 2023)
Direct Supervisor: CASE Lead Advisor of Finance Team
Please submit your motivation letter and comprehensive resume (including training and references list) to recruitment-indo@giz.de by July 15th, 2022, with subject line CASE – Trainee SEFA.
Please name your file as follow format:
[Your Complete Name]_[Motivation Letter/CV/Latest Education Certificate] (i.e: Nakula Sadewa_CV or Nakula Sadewa _Motivation Letter or Nakula Sadewa _Reference)
Only short-listed candidates will be notified
