The Transportation Analyst will be responsible for advancing the sustainable mobility projects and emission control projects of the GGGI Cambodia program. The analyst will provide technical assistance for regulatory framework and policy for vehicle emissions control and development of sustainable mobility policy and green investment projects at the national level and the municipal level. The Transportation Analyst will be reporting to the Country Representative, S/he will be primarily responsible for the development, delivery and assessment of the AFD funded project “Air quality improvement and low carbon transportation in Cambodia”. S/he will be in close collaboration with transportation specialists at GGGI HQ, and the government counterparts including Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) and Ministry of Environment (MOE), Phnom Penh Capital Hall (PPCA), Siem Reap Provincial Administration (SR) and APSARA Authority.
PURPOSE
- Identify provision of technical expertise in sustainable transportation/mobility.
- Explore recommendations on the formulation of policy interventions to be targeted by the project, based on the international best practice.
- Identify strategic guidance on the prioritization of required investments on e-mobility infrastructure i.e., e-buses, two-wheelers to accelerate the deployment of EVs in Cambodia.
- Identify, scope, and plan innovative projects in Cambodia, and/or refine and expand existing ones to reflect country needs to promote sustainable mobility
- Assess on infrastructure and technology options and support to the development of sustainable mobility project in Siem Reap
- Initiate data collection on emissions from the transportation sector.
- Provide capacity building to relevant local stakeholders in sustainable mobility and air quality improvement from the transportation sector.
ENGAGEMENT
- Engage with the local government counterparts – MPWT, MOE, PPCA, SR Municipality, Apsara Authorities in Cambodia.
- Effectively communicate with the AFD focal persons, AFD country project team, and other key project stakeholders such as development partners and academia.
- Work with country teams and transport experts of GGGI to deliver Cambodia sustainable transport / mobility activities including the development of policy advisory outputs, sectoral assessments, feasibility studies and concept notes/ pilot project proposals that appeal to donors and investors.
- Provide guidance to the project team on developing the most suitable project delivery plans and recommendations.
DELIVERY
- Develop, implement and manage a workplan to effectively deliver project activities and outputs against established timeframe of the project funded by AFD on air quality and low carbon transportation.
- Produce technical outputs including data collection on emissions from the transport sector, regulatory framework and policy for vehicles emissions control, and development of sustainable mobility projects based on technical assessments on infrastructure and technology solutions in Siem Reap.
- Develop results reporting of project activities and facilitate internal and external communications.
- Identify and suggest strategic investment drivers fostering sustainable transport / mobility.
- Organize and facilitate knowledge sharing and capacity building programs on sustainable mobility and emission inventory use for the transportation sector.
- Contribute to adequate monitoring of all project indicators in line with AFD and Government of Cambodia requirements.
- Identify the target technology (e.g., charging points) size; review present financial schemes, analyze the gaps in finance required for investment for deployment of EVs in Cambodia.
REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATIONS
- Education: Advanced degree in transport, urban/transport planning, economics or related field with additional expertise in environmental management and sustainable development seen as an asset; additional specialization/certifications in the area of (low carbon) public transport and/or electric mobility are an asset.
- Experience: Preference of 6 years of relevant professional experience related to international transport, sustainable mobility, public transport, low-carbon modalities, and e-mobility concepts. Of which 4 years of experience in developing projects or programs in a developing country and-or regional context, working with counterparts to develop or implement public policies or green investments related to sustainable transport and mobility.
- Knowledge of the (public) transport sector and systems in Asia is required; knowledge of the transport system in Cambodia is an asset.
- Track-record of professional assignments in the areas of public transport and electrification of transportation are a requirement. Additional experience in the power sector is an asset.
- Track record of implemented or supervised hardware procurements in the public transport sector, incl. electric mobility infrastructure is preferred.
- Strong understanding of common policy implementation and investment challenges and opportunities for sustainable mobility in Cambodia.
- Proficient written and spoken English is an absolute requirement
FUNCTIONAL
- Highly skilled in strategic planning, management, budgeting, monitoring and delivery.
- Ability to manage complex situations and facilitate the establishment of networks and multi-stakeholder participatory processes.
- Outstanding interpersonal, stakeholder engagement and consensus-building skills, ability to foster strong relationships with key government agencies, and understand their needs.
- Highly motivated and results-oriented individual.
- Flexible, responsive, energetic but humble, and able to manage multiple activities in multidisciplinary teams, while meeting tight deadlines.
- Possess multi-cultural literacy and be easily adaptable.
- Committed to continuous learning and proactive and mature attitude towards self-development.
CORPORATE
- Understand and actively support GGGI’s mission, vision and values.
- Promote an organizational culture of trust, transparency, respect, and partnership.
- Excel at problem solving, ask questions and seek support when needed, share easily information and knowledge with others both internally as externally.
- Manage emotions and stress positively, build rapport and resolves conflict easily.
- Strong ability to work independently and/or remotely, while maintaining productivity.
- Excellent English oral and written communication skills; including public speaking.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- The Transportation Analyst is an X8 International grade level in GGGI’s International salary scale. For the X8 International salary scale, the annual base salary starts from USD 64,920 with expatriate allowance upon eligibility. Determination of base salary is subject to candidate's experience, academic background and internal equity.
- GGGI provides 15% of base salary towards retirement plan/long-term savings, 27 days of annual leave, and private health insurance that covers dental and vision.
- GGGI is committed to providing a work environment that is sufficiently flexible to accommodate diverse life-cycle challenges and assist Staff members to achieve a better balance between work and personal/family commitments, thus ensuring high performance, long-term productivity, and well-being of Staff members.
- The chosen candidate is expected to be based in Phnom Penh, Cambodia and will report directly to the Country Representative of GGGI Cambodia.
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