Senior Analyst- Climate Change at

4 weeks ago


Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya MicroSave Consulting (MSC) Full time

MicroSave Consulting (MSC) is a boutique consulting firm that has, for 20 years, pushed the world towards meaningful financial, social, and economic inclusion.

With 11 offices around the globe, about 180 staff of different nationalities and varied expertise, we are proud to be working in over 65 developing countries.

Summary

Embark on a crucial journey as a Senior Analyst in Climate Change with MSC.

In this pivotal position, you will play a key role in tackling pressing climate challenges and influencing our strategies in vital domains such as renewable energy and sustainable finance.

This role not only provides opportunities for professional advancement but also allows you to make a substantial contribution to global sustainability initiatives.

Your skills will be instrumental in steering our dedication to impactful climate action, building upon our 25-year legacy of promoting financial and social inclusion.

Join us in this professional pursuit where your efforts directly contribute to creating a sustainable and resilient future.

Essential Skills:
Sound understanding of climate change and related areas, with technical expertise and awareness of their ongoing evolution.
Capability to lead assignments and teams, demonstrating the ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.
Strong conceptual and analytical skills.
Exceptional report writing and presentation abilities, characterized by a keen attention to detail.
Excellent verbal communication skills in English.
Strong interpersonal skills, fostering the ability to collaborate within a team.
Proficiency in using Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Description:

The primary responsibility of the Senior Analyst is to attain institutional objectives through the provision of exemplary services to clients, addressing the specific requirements of projects and situations.

In this role, the Senior Analyst will take the lead on tasks or work streams within assignments, primarily concentrating on providing technical support to clients across diverse domains.

Additionally, the Senior Analyst will offer continuous support and guidance to the staff within their designated area of responsibility, ensuring that they fulfil their roles at a level of quality in alignment with the approaches and frameworks established by MSC.

Furthermore, the Senior Analyst will actively assist the New Initiatives Lead in various business development activities.

Detailed Responsibilities -Business Development: Foster business and practice development to enhance the growth of the climate change consulting practice.

Aid in identifying and pursuing business development prospects within climate change consulting and related areas like climate-smart agriculture, green finance, and renewable energy.

Engage with potential funders and clients within the climate change and associated segments.
Assist in the development of proposals and concepts, as needed on a continuous basis.

Create blogs, concept notes, white papers, and focus notes on strategic topics for both external publications and internal use.


Professional Development:
Perform "Quality of Delivery"/Feedback assessments following assignment execution as per quality control guidelines.
Take responsibility for self-development by acquiring skills and knowledge that contribute value to the organization.

Business Execution:
Support the planning and delivery of services on projects and assignments.
Execute specified tasks on assignments with utmost diligence, attention to detail, and a focus on quality.
Build rapport with various contact points at the client organization to ensure successful assignment execution.
Guide staff within their area of responsibility and review deliverables to ensure timeliness and quality.
Contribute to the development of MSC's tool kits.

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience:

Possess a Graduate or Bachelor's degree in Climate Studies, Renewable Energy, Environment, Natural Resource Management, or a related field.

A post-graduate or Master's degree is preferred.
Minimum five years of relevant professional experience required.
Proven business development experience.

At least three years of experience in consultancy services, with a preference for expertise in climate change, renewable energy, or related sectors.

Desirable experience in conducting field-based research and data analysis.

Skills and Competencies:

Demonstrated experience in research, technical assistance, or consultancy projects related to climate change, renewable energy, green finance, climate-smart agriculture, and similar sectors.

Proficient in writing reports, developing presentations, research papers, and other technical publications focused on climate change and related thematic areas.



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