May 8, 2010

Marie Curie Fellowship

Marie Curie Individual Fellowships at Fondazione Eni Enrico Mattei
Short paid visiting positions offered for highly qualified candidates interested to apply
for a Marie Curie Fellowship.
Internal deadline: June 1st, 2010.
Fondazione Eni Enrico Mattei (FEEM), an Italian leading research centre devoted to the
study of sustainable development and global governance, welcomes Marie Curie Individual
Fellowship applications in the field of economics and the environment.

In particular FEEM is seeking 2-3 Marie Curie Fellow candidates to pursue research in the
areas of disaster risk reduction, natural hazards’ economic and social impact assessment, and
vulnerability/resilience to natural disasters and climate change.
Applicants should have:
- a PhD degree in environmental or natural resource economics, environmental
management or research experience of more than 4 years in relevant areas of
environmental or ecological economics,
- strong analytical and diagnostic skills, and ability to conduct research independently,
- publication record proportional to their research experience,
- previous experience from international research projects would be a strong asset.
Marie Curie opportunities vary according to the country of residence:
- researchers from a Member State or Associated Country may opt for an Intra-European
Fellowship for Career Development (IEF)
- researchers from third countries may opt for an International Incoming Fellowship (IIF).
Female researchers and candidates from International Cooperation Partner Countries (ICPC)
are particularly encouraged to apply.
Promising candidates will be actively helped and assisted in developing project proposals for
the Marie Curie Individual Fellowships within the EC FP7 People Program.
Selected candidates will be offered paid short visiting positions at the FEEM office in
Venice for June-July 2010. During this period, the candidates will prepare/submit the Marie
Curie Proposals under the supervision of the FEEM senior researchers.
The successful Marie Curie fellows will be associated within the cluster of EC research projects
dealing with climate adaptation, natural hazard management and vulnerability assessment.
FEEM will offer a truly international and multi-disciplinary workplace. The strong ties with a
world-wide network of research institutions engaged in environmental research will allow a
continuous fruitful exchange of experience.
If you are interested in exploring the opportunities offered by the Marie Curie Actions to work
at FEEM, please send your application to martina.marian@feem.it and
alessandra.mazzai@feem.it anytime before June 1st, 2010. The applications will be reviewed
continuously and the positions will be filled as qualified applications are received.
The application should include:
1. Motivation letter, including research interests and experience
2. Detailed curriculum vitae and list of publications
3. Abstract of the research proposal (max 1 page)
More information on the Marie Curie Actions is available on the CORDIS web site under the
PEOPLE Programme. The deadline for the 2010 Calls is on 17 August 2010.
Fund Raising Office
Fondazione Eni Enrico Mattei
Isola di San Giorgio Maggiore, I-30124 Venezia
E-mail: martina.marian@feem.it - alessandra.mazzai@feem.it

IDEA CArbon, Senior Analyst, London

IDEAcarbon

IDEAglobal is a leading global provider of independent policy and market analysis and strategic advice for the carbon markets. IDEAcarbon provides research on the fast-growing international trade in carbon credits and allowances, and the policies that drive it.

IDEAcarbon helps investors, institutions, and professionals plan their way through regulations on greenhouse gas emissions and the opportunities presented by national and international emissions trading schemes.
As part of our expansion plans we are looking for policy and/or economic analysts in London starting this summer.

Position/Title: Senior Analyst/Researcher (London)

Responsibilities:

• Provide written research on emissions-trading markets, project-based carbon offset markets, regulation and policies, incorporating an economics-based analysis of government and international regulations.
• Provide forward-looking analysis of legislative proposals and international negotiations over a post-2012 global framework for climate change action.
• Client and media interaction are also involved in the position, as IDEAcarbon is often sought out for its views on the emissions markets.

Desired Qualifications:

• Minimum degree-level qualifications in Economics, Environmental Economics/Policy or related subjects. Masters’ qualification preferred.
• Familiarity with the workings of the UNFCCC and the Kyoto Protocol, particularly the project-based mechanisms, is required.
• Familiarity with US regional carbon markets and federal legislative issues would be a bonus.
• Strong statistical and analytical skills.
• Awareness and understanding of energy markets.
• Ability to interface easily with clients/media;
• Strong writing and general communication skills;
• Language skills preferred.

• We Offer:

* Competitive compensation
* A challenging learning environment

• All interested applicants should forward their resume to:

Email: avitelli@ideacarbon.com

Mail: Alessandro Vitelli, IDEAcarbon, 16-20 Ely Place, London, EC1N 6SN

MGM International™ , CDM technical analysts, Argentine

MGM International™ is currently seeking junior CDM technical analysts to join its Argentine team at Buenos Aires.

• Candidates must be fluent in Spanish and English (Portuguese shall be appreciated as well), proactive, comfortable working in teams and have strong analytical and researcher skills.
• Bachelor/Master degree (preferably in Environmental Sciences, Energy or Chemical Engineering) or currently completing final year of studies.
• Proficiency with MS Office
• Availability to travel
• Work experience in consultancy companies and/or knowledge of carbon market (CDM and voluntary) is a plus
Please submit your CV to: nzanzottera@mgminter.com

Climate Policy Initiative, Analyst

Climate Policy Initiative
Berlin and Venice
Analyst
Full Time
The Climate Policy Initiative is opening positions for Junior and Senior Analysts. CPI is looking for highly skilled and
motivated researchers to provide research and analytical support for the regional offices.


Under the supervision of the Office Director, researchers will design and manage complex research assignments, both
within the office and in conjunction with other CPI offices worldwide. Researchers will demonstrate exceptional
quantitative skills, a proven interest in climate change/ clean technology research, written and oral communication skills,
and an ability to generate actionable rather than academic insights.
This position will work on projects of both national and international scope. Researchers will work in a challenging
environment that requires detail‐oriented, independent work, quick thinking, and professional interactions.
Successful candidates will be expected to pursue robust and careful quantitative analysis. Methodological approaches may
include game‐theoretical analysis of incentive effects, finance, public economics and taxation, dynamic modelling of
consumer and firm decisions, including empirical calibration and testing, and applied micro‐economics and applied
econometrics. Their track record of publications should reflect their level of experience.
To facilitate international learning and identification of best practice, the work will be pursued in close cooperation with CPI
teams in other parts of the world, and in close discussion with stakeholders from policy, finance and corporate world.
Previous experience with climate policy, carbon markets and regulation would be valuable.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Includes the following and other duties as assigned:
• Perform rigorous quantitative evaluation of national and international climate and energy policies
• Design and manage complex research assignments
• Implement and oversee various analytical projects
• Assist in the writing and editing of CPI products
• Assist with production and quality control of outgoing work products
• Produce high‐quality materials on short deadlines.
• Provide general program support.
Qualifications
• Master’s degree required; PhD in Economics, Finance, Public Policy, or a related, quantitatively rigorous field
preferred.
• 2 + years of experience analyzing economics of policy choices, and/or energy and climate markets; government or
multi‐lateral experience valuable.
• Understanding of current climate and energy policies under discussion in relevant countries.
• Experience in macroeconomic modeling of energy and climate markets.
• An insightful, independent, analytical mind with a strong track record of applying sound political and strategic
judgment in complex situations.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills. Comfort with and ability to communicate complex
qualitative and quantitative analyses to expert as well as non‐technical audiences.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Professionalism, poise and the ability to work as part of a team, maintain a sense of humor, and interact with a
diverse array of people.
Title and compensation
CPI is hiring for several positions. Title and highly competitive compensation will be based on experience.
To Apply
The positions are directly available for two years with possibilities for extension. Please send your application including
cover letter, c.v., one example of recent work and information on the preferred start date and location either to
admin@cpiberlin.org or admin@cpivenice.org.
No phone calls, please.
The Climate Policy Institute is an equal opportunity employer.