Policy Advisor, Just Industrial Transition-Clean Economy

E3G is looking for a Policy Advisor to support its Clean Economy Team in its work on just industrial transition and the social dimension of industrial policy in Europe. This role is based in E3G’s Brussels office. 

Background 
E3G is an independent climate change think tank with a global outlook. We are world leading strategists on the political economy of climate change, dedicated to achieving a safe climate for all.  

We work on the frontier of the climate landscape tackling the barriers and advancing the solutions to a safe climate. Our goal is to translate climate politics, economics and policies into action. 

E3G is consistently ranked as one of the top ten most influential environmental think tanks in the world by the University of Pennsylvania’s Global Go To Think Tank Index. 

Role 
Based in the Clean Economy Team, this Policy Advisor role will play a key role in E3G’s work on just industry transition and the social and labour dimensions of industrial policy in Europe.   

The role will combine coalition building with political analysis and engagement. The successful candidate will work on the just transition aspects of E3G’s industrial decarbonisation and industrial policy work, develop and socialise the evidence and proof points that demonstrate how competitiveness hinges on a robust social and labour dimension and work closely with unions and civil society on narratives and policy asks for a socially fair industrial strategy in Europe.  

The role will require experience working with civil society, government and industry stakeholders, and (ideally) a good understanding of industrial decarbonisation and/or just transition policy.  

We are open to considering candidates with more senior profiles and can adjust the salary range based on the candidate’s experience and qualifications. 

Key responsibilities 

• Contribute to E3G’s strategy and thought leadership on just industrial transition in the EU, in collaboration with the wider Clean Economy and EU teams. 

• Track developments in EU industrial and social policy, and implications for climate politics and wider E3G priorities. 

• Build out E3G’s position as a voice in conversations on just transition in industry, develop propositions and lead advocacy and strengthen E3G’s networks on industrial and labour policy in the EU.  

• Monitor key policy debates and developments in Europe and internationally related to just transition, industrial policy and labour policy and interpreting them in the context of E3G’s work. 

• Engage with and help to convene key stakeholder networks and supporting NGOs, businesses and unions, as well as managing relationships with these stakeholders. 

• Produce internal and external communications materials and undertake short pieces of wider analysis. 

• Inspire and facilitate action by the wider Clean Economy team on just transition policy, playing an active role in developing the team and supporting others. 

• Travel may be required, but we are open to discussing this if this would otherwise become a barrier to your application. 

Person Description 
You are intellectually curious and enthusiastic about working with others to develop solutions in the transition towards climate neutral and resilient economies. You are committed to high quality outputs even when under pressure and use collaboration to get to better outcomes. You are a creative thinker and able to learn fast. You are able to reflect on your own strengths and weaknesses and work in a team of diverse personalities.   

You are comfortable working on complex research projects and confident in running analytical processes. You will be able to help identify and engage with a range of external stakeholders to understand their perspectives and communicate ideas and findings.   

Experience and skills 

The successful candidate will: 

• Have a high-quality degree or professional qualification in a relevant area.   

• Have at least three to five years of relevant professional experience.  

• Have a strong background in just transition, industrial policy or labour policy and an understanding of European climate and energy policy more broadly. You bring expertise and established networks in at least one of these areas.  

• Be adept at communicating clear, accessible research and presenting ideas clearly and credibly with colleagues and contacts.    

• Be a supportive, collaborative, and open colleague and team player. Be used to operating within diverse teams, with a high degree of cultural sensitivity.  

• Be well organised and focused on delivering desired outputs, results, and outcomes.  

• Demonstrate a track-record of building new stakeholder relationships and partnerships. 

• Be confident influencing decision-makers from government, business, finance and civil society. 

• Have very strong written communication skills and impeccable English. Proficiency in other EU languages are considered a plus.  

What we offer 

• Permanent, full-time position with E3G ASBL (Brussels office). 

• Work-life balance. Enjoy a 35-hour workweek with a hybrid work model (teleworking up to 3 days per week on average) flexitime.  

• 25 vacation days + additional leave between Christmas and New Year. 

• Additional employer pension contribution plan. 

• Mobile phone and mobile phone contract.   

• Lunch and Eco vouchers.   

• Hospitalization and travel insurance 

• Reimbursement of travel expenses (bicycle or public transport). 

• E3G offers a reward and benefits package which compares well with other organisations within our sector. The indicative gross monthly salary range for this position is between €3548.00 to €4010.00 for the Brussels office, FTE, dependent on experience and qualifications of the chosen candidate.  

• Yearly process for remuneration review. 

E3G is unable to provide any relocation assistance to candidates who would need to move in order to take up this position. Occasional international travel may be required from time to time. 

E3G will require candidates to demonstrate that they have the right to live and work in the jurisdiction in which E3G employs them. 

How to apply 
Please submit your application here, in English. 

 Please include: 

• A CV of maximum two pages 

• A cover letter of no more than one page outlining why you are applying for this role and when you would be able to start. 

The deadline for applications is 28 January 2025. Interviews are anticipated to take place in the three weeks following the deadline.  

Whilst we very much appreciate the time you will have taken with your application, unfortunately due to the level of response we receive we will not be able to reply to every candidate. Therefore, if you have not heard from us with 2 weeks of the closing date, please assume that on this occasion you have been unsuccessful. 

E3G values diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or ethnic background. We aim to build an inclusive workforce that is reflective of the populations we support and actively seek applications from those who are marginalized and underrepresented. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities.  

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