Energy Analyst, Türkiye

Be part of a dynamic team and make a difference to the world we live in. We are hiring a new energy analyst, primarily focused on Türkiye. You will help us use data to accelerate the energy transition in Türkiye.

Ember is an independent energy think tank that aims to accelerate the clean energy transition with data and policy. We gather, curate and analyse data on the global power system - and use our data-driven insights to shift the conversation towards high-impact policies and empower other advocates to do the same.

Ember has been active in Türkiye since 2021. We produce cutting-edge research to support high-impact, politically viable policies that aim to help Türkiye reach its 2053 net zero target. We are now looking for an analyst to use Ember’s data into action approach to achieve even greater impact in the energy transition debate in Türkiye. To this end, you are expected to have previous experience in the energy sector and passion to make a change towards 100% clean power in Türkiye.

Key Responsibilities

• Create data-driven insight pieces including short briefings, reports, social media posts and data visualisations in line with Ember’s Türkiye strategy on specific aspects of electricity transition to reach, inform, influence and challenge decision-makers.
• Ensure your analyses and policy recommendations reach relevant policy-makers and energy sector leaders, and expand your network accordingly.
• Deliver presentations, webinars, media interviews and contribute to key stakeholders’ meetings and conferences.
• Work collaboratively with stakeholders in Türkiye to help shape your electricity and policy insights. Proactively seek out new data/analyses/reports/papers on global energy transition that can support Ember’s work in Türkiye.
• Proactively seek out new data/analyses/reports/papers on global energy transition that can support Ember’s work in Türkiye.
• Follow global innovations, and the regional economic, political or regulatory risks/opportunities that may accelerate/hinder the electricity transition in Türkiye.

Location

Remote, but the candidate is required to be based in Türkiye

Requirements

Must have

• 4+ years of experience in electricity/energy sector
• Good understanding of the Turkish electricity system and the relevant regulations on renewables
• Ability to turn raw data into meaningful information and communicate high quality electricity analysis in writing, presentations and the media
• Proven ability to create change and influence people by using data
• Advanced level of analytical thinking
• Passion about the global energy transition
• An established network in the energy sector and proven networking skills
• Cultural sensitivity and an understanding of diverse perspectives
• Fluent in Turkish and English, verbal and written

Nice to have

• Previous experience in electricity system modelling or project management of a modelling study
• Previous experience in clean flexibility systems (e.g batteries, demand response, interconnection, pumped hydro storage)
• Existing network of contacts across relevant policy-makers and media
• Experience using analytical packages like Python or R
• Previous relevant experience on Azerbaijan and Central Asia

We are especially keen to encourage applications from people underrepresented in climate change analysis and campaigning. Climate change is a race issue, a class issue, and a gender issue. We welcome applicants with lived experiences of these issues.

Benefits

Salary: £32,603-£39,123 depending on experience.

Contract: Full time (but only working 9 days every fortnight with no reduction in pay), permanent subject to a 3 month probationary period. For employees based outside of the UK, a local payroll contract is available, dependent on the country.

Further benefits: We offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• We operate a nine-day fortnight meaning our full-time staff are given every other Friday off work with no reduction in pay
• 25 days holiday. For each year that you're part of the team at Ember, you'll receive an additional day of holiday, up to a maximum of 5 additional days.
• Generous paid maternity and paternity leave
• Flexible working conditions, including the opportunity for part-time work and home working.
• Access to a local working space can be arranged
• Free annual eye tests
• Access to a counselling service
• Funding and allocated time for your training and development
• Paid volunteer day
• Two paid days off to enable low carbon travel
• Time off to donate blood
• Season Ticket loan

Applications closing 20th June 12:00pm

About Ember

Ember is an independent energy think tank that aims to accelerate the clean energy transition with data and policy. We gather, curate and analyse data on the power sector and coal mine methane emissions, publishing this openly and accessibly. We use our data-driven insights to shift the conversation towards high-impact policies and empower other advocates to do the same.

See our work at www.ember-climate.org and https://twitter.com/EmberClimate