Senior programový spolupracovník/analytik – zelené pracovní příležitosti a rozvoj dovedností

The International Forum for Environment, Sustainability & Technology (iFOREST) is seeking a technically strong and analytically rigorous professional to undertake research, assessment, and stakeholder engagement on green jobs, workforce transition, and skilling systems in the context of just energy transition and sustainable development.

This role is suited for a mid-level professional with a strong grounding in the labour market, workforce analytics, and skilling ecosystems, capable of delivering data-driven assessments, policy-relevant outputs, and implementation-oriented frameworks, while engaging closely with government and industry stakeholders.

Role Overview

The role requires a combination of strong analytical and data capability, understanding of labour and skilling ecosystems, policy and implementation orientation, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

Education:

Minimum Master's degree in Economics, with specializations in Labour Economics, Development Economics, or related discipline.

Experience

Minimum 6-7 years of relevant experience.

Experience in labour market analysis, employment projections, skilling ecosystem assessments, and related matters is necessary.

The candidate must also have engagement experience with government agencies, industry and other concerned stakeholders in the area of work

Key Responsibilities

1. Research

• Undertake and lead research projects, focusing on Green Jobs and Skilling. This will include both quantitative and qualitative research.
• Undertake quantitative and qualitative assessments of green jobs and workforce transition.
• Conduct sectoral employment analysis across clean energy, sustainable industry, and allied sectors.
• Develop methodologies for employment estimation and job forecasting.
• Conduct skill gap assessments and workforce demand-supply analysis.
• Map job roles, occupations, and transition pathways from fossil fuel sectors to green sectors.
• Analyse value chains and employment intensity of emerging green sectors.
• Prepare technical reports, policy briefs, and analytical frameworks
• Support the development of skilling strategies and implementation frameworks for- reskilling and upskilling of workers in transition sectors, youth, women, among others, aligned to energy transition, and sustainable development pathways.

1. Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and leverage networks with key stakeholders such as government bodies, industries, skilling agencies and CSOs.
• Conduct high-level meetings and deliver presentations to further program objectives.
• Design and facilitate public events, roundtables, and policy engagement meetings.
• Represent iFOREST perspectives and insights in key meetings.

1. Other Duties

• Provide day-to-day team management and guidance to research associates.
• Support the development of proposals in coordination with programme directors.
• Represent iFOREST on public platforms to enhance institutional brand and impact.

Why Choose iFOREST

• Purpose-driven work: Contribute from regional to national and global goals in sustainability.
• Professional development: Work in areas that address contemporary and critical issues.
• Competitive compensation: We recognize and reward commitment and talent.
• Inclusive culture: Experience a supportive, diverse, and empowering work environment.

Remuneration

• Competitive salary based on experience and proficiency. The final designation will depend on the selected candidate's qualifications and experience.

Application Instructions

• Immediate opening: Position open until filled.
• Application Submission: Please apply online at iFOREST Careers or via LinkedIn. If you encounter any issues, you may send your application to [email protected]. Please mention reference code in the subject line.
• Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.