Intern for Policy and Strategy, for carbon projects in Africa

South Pole is seeking a Policy and Strategy Intern for carbon projects in Africa. The role involves supporting project implementation, preparing proposals, conducting research, and contributing to climate change policy initiatives. Ideal candidates are recent graduates in relevant fields with strong research, writing, and communication skills. The position is remote, allowing candidates to work from anywhere, and offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in sustainability.
South Pole is an energetic, global company offering comprehensive sustainability solutions and services. With offices spanning all continents across the globe, we strive to create a sustainable society and economy that positively impacts our climate, ecosystems and developing communities. With our solutions, we inspire and enable our customers to create value from sustainability-related activities.

Job summary:

As an Intern, you will support the implementation of projects and mandates including the preparation of proposals and the development of advisory products for the public and private sector. This involves a variety of tasks, such as research, information analysis and contributing to deliverables and proposals on climate change policies, carbon markets and climate finance.

Main tasks & responsibilities:
• Assist with proposal/deliverable preparation and completion for the public and private sector on climate change policies, carbon markets and climate finance, including both technical and administrative requirements, for our international clients.
• Contribute to the implementation of advisory/ consultancy mandates, by conducting tasks such as development and organisation of workshops and stakeholder consultations.
• Support with the development and improvement of specialised skills, tools and knowledge linked to the topics and services offered by South Pole, including through research and data analysis
• Support business development through desktop research and drafting materials to be shared with possible clients and partners.
• Topics of engagement may include: Carbon Market Instruments, Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, climate policy implementation and financing,, CORSIA advisory, and carbon offset procurement strategies, climate mitigation and adaptation finance, innovative financing solutions, policy recommendations, blended/concessional finance schemes, sustainable development plans and strategies (e.g. NDCs) and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Requirements:

Essential -
• Recently graduated or about to graduate from university in Environmental Sciences, Engineering, Finance, Economics or related disciplines;
• Ability to conduct research tasks and analyse and summarise data.
• Good writing skills, with the ability to contribute to high-quality written documents (proposals and deliverables).
• Good communication and collaboration skills with clients, team members and other relevant stakeholders.
• Excellent oral and written skills in English.

Desirable -
• A Master’s degree will be an advantage.
• Analytical skills and mindset.
• Good working knowledge of all Google Suite applications and MS Word - in particular presentations and data analysis applications
• Diligent, reliable and proactive.
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced international environment.
• Good prioritisation and time management skills.
• Willingness to learn will be key
• French will be an added advantage but not a requirement.

What we offer:

At South Pole, we care about our employees as much as we care about the planet. South Pole is not just an employer, we are a Team. South Pole does not just offer people a job, we offer you a career. By joining our team, you will find strong purpose and deep meaning in everything you do. You will have the chance to make a real difference for our clients and for the planet, working alongside a passionate team of like-minded colleagues, while building your knowledge/skills and developing your career in a fun, dynamic, international and fast-growing organisation.

We’re a planet of 7.5 billion unique and different people. We all have a contribution to make; South Pole is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status or disability. Our recruitment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.