Volunteer Researcher for Sustainable Energy Influencers

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Position Title: Volunteer Researcher for Sustainable Energy Influencers
Location: Remote
Country: United States
Deadline Date: Not specified

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The UNDP Sustainable Energy Hub is a collaborative network that partners with countries to transform energy systems through an integrated approach that emphasizes policy, technology, and financial shifts necessary for sustainable economic development. Established to address the urgent need for a just energy transition, the Hub aims to ensure that 500 million additional people gain access to sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy by 202

• The organization operates globally, focusing on mobilizing partnerships to achieve significant energy milestones aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals. UNDP's mission is to advocate for inclusive energy solutions that engage all stakeholders meaningfully in the design and implementation of energy systems.

Job Overview:
The position of Volunteer Researcher for Sustainable Energy Influencers is crucial for the Sustainable Energy Hub's communications strategy. The volunteer will be tasked with developing a comprehensive mapping of key influencers, thought leaders, and experts in sustainable energy, particularly focusing on their intersections with policy, governance, finance, digitalization, and health. This role involves extensive research to create a structured database that will facilitate effective outreach and engagement with these influential figures. The volunteer will prioritize LinkedIn as the main platform for tagging and outreach, ensuring that the final output is practical and user-friendly. The role also emphasizes the importance of identifying youth energy influencers from both the Global North and South, promoting balanced representation in energy discussions.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough research to identify key influencers, thought leaders, and authors in the sustainable energy sector across seven thematic areas: energy, energy and policy, governance, finance, SIDS, digitalization (including AI and data), and health.
• Compile a structured database of approximately 240 individuals, categorizing them by thematic area and UNDP regional bureau (RBA, RBAS, RBAP, RBEC, RBLAC).
• Identify and map the top 60 youth energy influencers, ensuring a balanced representation from the Global North and South.
• Ensure that the database includes full names, titles, affiliations, LinkedIn profiles, and other social media handles where available.
• Propose an efficient tagging system within the Excel file to streamline the process of selecting individuals for mentions in posts.
• Deliver a final output that is practical, accessible, and immediately useful for engaging with key figures in energy discussions.

Required Qualifications:

• Strong research skills with the ability to identify and categorize influential figures in the sustainable energy sector.
• Familiarity with social media platforms, particularly LinkedIn, and their use for professional networking.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage and structure a comprehensive database.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards in research and documentation.

Educational Background:
A background in environmental studies, energy policy, social sciences, or a related field is preferred. Candidates should have a strong understanding of sustainable energy issues and the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders in the field.

Experience:
While prior experience in research or database management is beneficial, it is not mandatory. The position is open to volunteers who are eager to learn and contribute to the Sustainable Energy Hub's mission. Experience in working with social media and understanding of energy-related topics will be advantageous.

Languages:
Proficiency in English is mandatory. Knowledge of additional languages relevant to the UNDP regional bureaus (such as French, Spanish, or Arabic) would be considered a plus, enhancing the ability to engage with a broader range of influencers.

Additional Notes:
This is a volunteer position, and the duration of the contract is not specified. The role is remote, allowing for flexibility in working hours. The position is suitable for individuals seeking to gain experience in the field of sustainable energy and communications, and it offers an opportunity to contribute to meaningful global initiatives.