Program Officer
by meremikwue on November 23rd, 2016 515 views
Global Environmental Institute (GEI) Overseas Investment, Trade and Environment Program is hiring for one full-time Program Officer to be primarily responsible for the research, design, implementation and management, with a specific focus on project development, policy research and pilot projects. The Program Officer will report to the Program Manager.
Joining us is a great opportunity to be on the front lines of China’s overseas investments, working to make them as sustainable and environmentally friendly as possible.
Overview
- Location: Beijing
- Industry: Nonprofit Charitable Organizations
- Employer: Global Environmental Institute (GEI) Overseas Investment, Trade and Environment Program
Job Description
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
– Monitoring the application, development, research, implementation of the Overseas Investment, Trade and the Environment program projects;
– Conducting policy and academic research within the program frame; this task can extend to writing reports, papers and policy recommendations;
– Developing project implementation plans and carrying out field studies of the countries which receive Chinese companies’ investment;
– Ensuring effective project implementation, as well as monitoring and evaluating the projects;
– Developing and maintaining relationships with donors, government representatives, research institutes, NGOs, and local communities;
– Assisting the team in developing and implementing fundraising and work plans;
– Working with the team to promote the program; using social media and traditional media; contributing to program reports, papers, stories, videos, etc.
– Assisting the program manager to complete all outstanding and necessary tasks.
Qualifications:
– A Masters degree, or above, in environmental policy or, international development is required; Candidate with economic and financial background is preferred;
– At least 1 year of work experience required;
– Experience in fundraising in/for NGOs is preferred;
– Experience overseas for study or work is preferred;
– Excellent communication skills with high level Chinese and English skills.
– A Masters degree, or above, in environmental policy or, international development is required; Candidate with economic and financial background is preferred;
– At least 1 year of work experience required;
– Experience in fundraising in/for NGOs is preferred;
– Experience overseas for study or work is preferred;
– Excellent communication skills with high level Chinese and English skills.
Abilities:
– His/Her personal motivations will align with GEI’s mission and vision;.
– He/She has excellent abilities for research, data analysis and paper writing;
– He/She is experienced working with donors, enterprises, governments, research institutes, PR companies, etc.
– He/She has work experience or knowledge in development and conservation;
– He/She is able to finish work with high quality, under pressure and in a timely manner;
– He/She is a great team member
– He/She is willing to frequently travel for business and is able to work professionally in a tough environment.
