Join Our Team as a Senior Environment Researcher

Position Title:  Senior Environment Researcher

 

Location: Beijing, Clean Air Asia office in China

 

Application Closing Date: 31 August 2024

 

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

 

 

 

BACKGROUND

 

Clean Air Asia works towards achieving better air quality and livable cities in Asia and our vision is an Asia without air pollution. Clean Air Asia was established as the leading air quality management network for Asia in 2001. We have offices in Manila, Beijing and Delhi, country networks in six Asian countries and are an UN-recognized partnership of 261 organizations in Asia and worldwide.

 

Clean Air Asia is working on one of the most pressing environmental issues in China - air quality improvement. We are officially registered in China under the supervision of the Ministry of Ecology and Environment and the Beijing Bureau of Public Security.

 

Our China Office is dynamic and effective. We currently have 16 full-time staff and three teams. Our office culture is characterized by respect for high-quality work, clearly defined responsibilities, staff’s career growth and personal work and life balance.

 

We are recruiting for a full time Senior Environment Researcher to join us at Clean Air Asia in Beijing, China. A self-motivated and talented individual with knowledge and skills in air pollution control and climate change mitigation is welcome to apply.

 

 

 

JOB PURPOSE

 

 

 

To conduct research, data analysis, and stakeholder consultation as part of Clean Air Asia projects.

 

   

 

RESPONSIBILITIES and SCOPE OF WORK

 

 

Under the direct supervision of the China Air Quality Management Program Manager, the Senior Environment Researcher shall support the implementation of projects of Clean Air Asia in China.

 

A. Inputs to Knowledge Management and Capacity Building

 

Conduct analysis on the state and trends of air and climate related policies (focusing on energy sector).

 

Conduct research related to air pollution control and climate change mitigation and comparative studies among Asian countries.

 

Draft research reports and articles for publication.

 

 

 

B.  Project Implementation

 

Work with the team in the implementation of projects on air quality management (focusing on energy sector) including conducting research, preparation of presentations, and organization of technical workshops and large conferences.

 

Carry out other tasks as appropriate and relevant to Clean Air Asia’s programs and activities.

 

 

 

C. Building Partnerships among Clean Air Asia Networks

 

Support maintaining relations with existing Clean Air Asia partners in China and in developing new partnerships.

 

 

 

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS and CRITERIA

 

Master’s degree or above in air quality related fields, e.g. environmental engineering, environmental science, environmental policy.

 

At least 3 years of research or consulting work experience in NGOs, research institutions or environmental consulting firms in air quality, energy and climate change. Having a doctoral degree in related fields is considered equivalent to meeting this criterion.

 

Strong interest and demonstrated capacity in research, data collection and analysis.

 

Knowledge in energy sector and related research experience is a plus.

 

Excellent writing and speaking skills in Chinese and English.

 

Skilled in Excel and other data process tool. Skilled in data visualization is a plus.

 

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

 

Demonstrated attention to detail.

 

Proven ability to meet deadlines and work on multiple projects simultaneously.

 

Ability to work independently and as part of multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary team.

 

 

 

 DURATION, REMUNERATION and OTHER BENEFITS

 

The base monthly remuneration is competitive but may vary subject to the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience. Government-mandated employee benefits will also be provided. 

 

Clean Air Asia provides 24 days paid leaves and observes 11 public holidays per year. Clean Air Asia also provides opportunities for travel domestically and internationally.

 

 

 

HOW TO APPLY

 

Quoting ‘Senior Environment Researcher’ in the subject line, applicants should email their cover letter and CV in both English and Chinese to Ms. XU Xiao at xiao.xu@cleanairasia.org, on or before 31 August 2024. 

 

All applicants must clearly state in their cover letter how they meet the person specification above, as well as contact details of three referees.

 

We encourage early application as applications will be processed as they arrive, so the recruiting process may end earlier than closing date. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.