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Job Title: Climate Impact Advisor
Team: Entrepreneurship Solution and Venture
Contract Term: 10 months full-time (5 days a week until end of 2024)
Location: Remote (EU based countries)
Start Date:As soon as possible
Apply By: February 26th, 2024
Important! Please Read
This is only for individual contractors/freelancers with their own company. This is not an employment contract. Given below is an overview of the Request for Proposal (RFP). For a detailed version, please click on Apply. This will take you to our website with the complete RFP.
ABOUT US
At EIT Climate-KIC, we are wholeheartedly committed to building a diverse and representative team and an inclusive workplace that values different life experiences and perspectives, and we encourage personal development, learning and growth.
When recruiting, we look to achieve diversity in the candidate pool. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments that will foster success in potential employees from diverse backgrounds and life situations. And because our team has differing needs and personal circumstances, we offer a high degree of flexibility to accommodate all working patterns. We’re happy to discuss your situation during the interview and see how best we can support you.
Don’t let Imposter Syndrome stop you from applying!
Overview:
EIT Climate-KIC is seeking a Climate Impact Advisor to join our team remotely. As the EU’s climate innovation initiative, EIT Climate-KIC is dedicated to accelerating the transition to a zero-carbon and resilient world. The Climate Impact Advisor will play a crucial role in supporting start-ups through climate impact assessments, aiding in the improvement of their environmental footprint using a range of tools and methodologies.
Responsibilities:
Facilitate virtual workshops on climate impact measurement and assessment methods for Entrepreneur Support Organisations (ESOs) and start-ups.
Assist in the development of climate impact methodologies.
Conduct 1:1 coaching sessions with ESOs and start-ups.
Validate climate impact claims through established procedures.
Integrate climate impact elements throughout various stages of our programs.
Manage climate impact metrics for portfolios of start-ups and produce regular reports.
Requirements:
University degree, ideally at a Master’s level or higher, in a sustainability-related field. Ideally in, Environmental Sciences or Engineering or other sustainability- related disciplines.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in sustainability or climate impact measurement.
Proficient in GHG accounting methodologies.
Experience in organizing and facilitating individual and group sessions.
Fluent in English and French (Spanish optional).
Strong analytical skills and familiarity with climate adaptation, resilience, and circular economy.
Proficiency in data management and visualization/reporting tools.
Familiarity with collaborative IT applications such as Office365, Microsoft Teams, Salesforce CRM, etc.
Additional Information:
Successful candidates may be required to work outside general business hours.
Sustainable procurement practices are encouraged, including digital delivery and minimizing environmental impact.
EIT Climate-KIC reserves the right to reject proposals that do not meet eligibility criteria outlined in the RFP.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit the following documents to the Contract Manager, Yasmina Choueiri (yasmina.choueiri@climate-kic.org):
Proposal detailing your solution and addressing the requirements outlined in the RFP.
Quotation with day or hourly rates in Euros.
Resumes of individuals who will conduct the services.
Completed questionnaire as given in the Request for Proposal
For detailed information, please click on Apply. It will take you to our website with the complete RPF.
