Energy Transition Expert (Part Time)

NES Fircroft is seeking a part-time Energy Transition Expert to support low-carbon initiatives in the Philippines. The role involves project coordination, stakeholder engagement, and local market support, requiring collaboration with global experts. Key responsibilities include managing relationships, organizing meetings, and providing technical insights. Candidates should have a master's degree and experience in the low-carbon sector, with strong communication skills in English and Filipino.
Job Title: Energy Transition Expert


Type: Consultant / Part Time


Work Shift: 15 hrs per week


Work Set Up: Remote (can attend meetings from time to time)


About the role The Energy Transition Expert (Consultant) will support the expansion of low‑carbon initiatives in the Philippines, working closely with global experts to advance energy transition, sustainable finance, and policy efforts. The role focuses on project coordination, stakeholder engagement, and local market support, including representing the organization in external meetings. He/She will manage relationships with local clients and beneficiaries while supporting successful project delivery.


Our client is a global leader in low‑carbon policy, finance, and technology, with Philippine programs covering coal transition, offshore wind, energy efficiency, and policy and financial reforms supported by bilateral, multilateral, and philanthropic funders.


Main duties and Responsibilities
Assist in the delivery of projects of varying complexity, from inception through to completion, including:Manage in country stakeholder engagement with beneficiaries including organising meetings, workshops and preparation of meeting reportsLeading the problem-solving effort and offer local insightsSupporting the project managers from Singapore office through research and analysisAssess project risks and support the project manager to develop mitigation measures.Strengthen relationships with key stakeholders and assess suitable solutions for continued work.Provide support to the Carbon Trust contact person and effectively attend client meetings, conferences, workshops and trade shows.
Key skills and competencies
Provide technical input and insights to support ongoing project workConsiderable knowledge in the low-carbon development sector topics such as energy transition, renewable energy, energy efficiency, sustainable finance and industrial decarbonisation.Proven ability in delivering projects across a range of private, public and/or philanthropy clients.Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build client and partner relationships and influence stakeholders.Proven ability to work with small teams and in delivering high quality consulting projects.Excellent strategic problem-solving skills and solution development.Excellent communication skills in English and Filipino (written and oral), with the ability to lead and run workshop sessions, present to audiences and write high quality reports.Ability to work effectively in a complex team environment and to take initiative and deliver projects independently when required.Proficiency with MS Excel, MS Word and MS PowerPoint.Organised and efficient.Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
Qualifications
Master’s degree educated in a relevant field.Strong networks within NGOs or government institutions.Proven track record in leading strategic consulting projects in the low-carbon energy sector.Must demonstrate strong expertise in low‑carbon development–related topics.Experience of building and managing government and client relationships.Experience/knowledge of energy policy, technology and finance.