Associate Global Programs Markets Policy

Chaloner has partnered with The Clean Energy Buyers Association (CEBA) on a search for an Associate Global Programs Markets & Policy. The Associate will report to the Manager Global Programs.

Position Overview:

The Clean Energy Buyers Association (CEBA) works to solve the toughest market and policy barriers and deploy solutions for energy customers to pursue clean energy and decarbonize grids. CEBA launched Global Programs in 2023 to accelerate clean energy procurement to achieve our mission of lowcost reliable carbon emissions free global energy systems. This is an exciting opportunity to be an integral part of a growing team that is actively expanding a global portfolio of projects and programs to deliver on these goals.

We are seeking an Associate to support the development and of CEBAs Global Programs market and policy portfolio. CEBAs market and policy portfolio is concentrated in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region where growing corporate clean energy demand from CEBA members and their supply chain companies continues to outpace supply due to policy and market constraints. The Associate will support all activities related to CEBAs global market and policy teams core initiatives of 1 advancing policy and regulatory initiatives to expand market access and investment to accelerate clean energy deployment; and 2 expanding and improving the menu of clean energy procurement options through targeted policy advisory and advocacy activities.

Core Responsibilities:

The Associate will be responsible for providing essential support in the design and of the Global Market and Policy teams programmatic portfolio including research and analysis member engagement communications events partnerships and business development. Specific responsibilities include:

• Research & Analysis: provide research and analytical support on key issues related to corporate clean energy procurement and market and policy barriers in APAC. Support the development of CEBA global resources including policy and market briefs playbooks reports presentations etc.
• Program Communications: develop and/or contribute to written updates for newsletters presentations to Board of Directors members and partners and website and social media content in coordination with the Global Programs and Corporate Communications team.
• Program Reporting and Evaluation: track and report on CEBAs market and policy activities to inform progress on goals.
• Member Engagement: act as the main liaison between the Global Programs market and policy team and CEBA new and potential members. Lead planning and of monthly Global Policy Team member meetings.
• Partner Collaboration: support the facilitation and growth of ongoing and new partnerships in the delivery of collaborative events resources and other activities.
• Program Events: provide logistical support and content development and curation for workshops meetings webinars and other discussions to advance programmatic goals.
• Business Development: provide support on business development and fundraising initiatives including development of concept notes proposals and presentations.
• Program Strategy: support development and refinement of Global Policy & Markets strategy including theory of change approach and methodology goals and objectives etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree and 5 years of experience or masters degree and at least 2 years of experience.
• Relevant experience: demonstrated experience in and knowledge of clean energy policy programs and markets.
• Results driver: exceptional organizational task management and prioritization skills and ability to execute and deliver on tasks and project responsibilities amidst multiple competing deadlines. Driven by impact and organizational success.
• Critical thinker: ability to identify analyze dissect and explain complex problems and apply analyses models and structures to develop and propose effective solutions.
• Impactful communicator: excellent crosscultural competency and communication skills including the ability to listen actively and effectively and present key points clearly and accurately both verbally and in writing to different stakeholders. Able to lead and facilitate group discussions effectively within and outside the organization.
• Team partner: a connector who can work independently and collaboratively within a dynamic team environment build positive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders identify risks and challenges and proactively solicit/provide constructive feedback and support.
• Change champion: demonstrate initiative to improve processes and solutions with peers. Willingness to support new initiatives flexibility to adjust priorities when new information is presented and capacity to handle unexpected challenges in a fastpaced work environment.
• Software Skills: advanced proficiency with MS Office Suite; understanding of and experience with project management tools (ex. Monday) and other software platforms to design and execute program activities.
• Vision and Mission aligned: shared passion for CEBAs mission ambition and core values of Respect Integrity Service and Excellence (RISE).

Desired and/or Additional:

• Experience and knowledge of clean energy markets and policy in the APAC region.
• Working proficiency in Korean or Japanese.
• Experience and knowledge of corporate clean energy procurement.
• Experience and knowledge of how to use AI to accelerate research analysis and program activities and deliverables.

Physical Demands:

• Participating in late night or early morning meetings with members and partners located in the AsiaPacific
• Domestic and potential international travel to support member engagement and programmatic activities

Interested candidates should apply by using the application form at . Chaloner will review all applicants and upon qualification contact you to determine next steps.

Our Salary andBenefits:

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that aims to develop a worldclass team by holistically supporting the individual. CEBA also offers eligibility to participate in our annual bonus/ incentive plan based on both organizational and individual performance. CEBA believes that supporting all employees to have a full life inside and outside of work results in a team that feels personally engaged in CEBAs success.

Compensation

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• Generous discretionary bonus package

• 401(k) with 5 employer match
• Highly Flexible PTO
• Quality Medical Dental Vision Insurance with substantial employer subsidy including domestic partners
• Life AD&D ShortTerm and LongTerm Disability
• Generous Parental and Guardianship Leave
• Wellness Benefits
• Casual Work Environment with flexible hours

At CEBA You Belong:

Our members come from all walks of life and so do we. Our commitment to a zerocarbon energy system is for everyone and so too is our workplace.

CEBA is committed to maintaining a workplace where all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills experience and unique perspectives. This commitment is embodied in company policy and the way we do business at CEBA and is an important principle of sound business management.

Inclusion goes beyond diversity. All CEBA staff shall be committed to accepting and encouraging different perspectives. Creative solutions to tough problems are fostered by respectful challenges of one anothers thoughts and assumptions. CEBA is committed to being open to a variety of cultural practices and norms.

Achieving CEBAs vision of a resilient zerocarbon energy system requires creative problemsolving and a wide range of perspectives; CEBA knows that diversity not only makes our organization stronger but also is foundational to our mission success.

About the Clean Energy Buyers Association:

The Clean Energy Buyers Association (CEBA) has over 400 members representing more than $20 trillion in market capitalization including the worlds largest clean energy buyers energy providers service providers and nonprofit organizations. CEBAs mission is to activate energy buyers and partners to advance lowcost reliable carbon emissions free global energy systems.

CEBA launched Global Programs in 2023 and now has a wellestablished and growing programmatic portfolio in the Asia Pacific region (APAC). The Clean Energy Procurement Academy (The Academy) is a comprehensive clean energy procurement education program focused on training supply chain companies in priority countries in APAC to develop and execute clean energy transactions that will help companies decarbonize their supply chains and some of the most carbon intensive power grids in the world. The Academy was launched in China in 2023 expanded to Vietnam in 2024 and will be expanded to India Indonesia and South Korea in 2025. The Digital Academy offering online training in clean energy procurement will be launched in Q1 2025. CEBA also provides customized clean energy policy recommendations and marketbased solutions based on international best practices to key policymakers and other stakeholders in priority countries in APAC.

Our guiding values and tenets are: we value respect in our treatment of people and the planet; integrity in how we conduct ourselves; service to our mission stakeholders and colleagues; and excellence in our programs and work. The core tenets that CEBA strives to foster include: Mission oriented grounded by strategy a spirit of partnership inside and outside of CEBA and innovation and entrepreneurship through healthy and respectful discord. We know that diversity is critical to realizing our vision of customerdriven clean energy for all because innovative solutions come from great minds who do not think alike.

CEBA provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race color ancestry national origin gender pregnancy sexual orientation marital status religion age disability gender identity gender expression results of genetic testing caregiver status and past present or prospective service in the military in addition to any other protected categories required by state federal or local regulations. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment including hiring placement discipline promotion termination layoff recall transfer leave of absence compensation benefits and training. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.