Consultant as Decarbonization Mentor

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  • Added Date: Wednesday, 28 August 2024
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Program Overview

World Resources Institute (WRI) is an independent national research organization that turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity, and human well-being. The Energy and Sustainable Business (ESB) program works to advance decarbonization among corporates, accelerating a just transition towards net zero emission in Indonesia, while balancing the need for economic development. In achieving that, WRI introduces two of its flagship products which are: Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHGP) for emission accounting and Science-based Targets Initiative (SBTi) for ambitious and science-aligned emission reduction target setting, within and beyond its value chain. By adapting the tools to the national context, WRI Indonesia guides corporates towards their complete net zero journey, aiming to increase Indonesia corporatesโ€™ competitiveness through strengthened standards and climate mitigation/adaptation measures which ultimately significantly contribute to Indonesiaโ€™s emission reduction.

WRI Indonesia believe that sustainable development highlights the need for integrated approaches to finding solutions that are aligned with the challenge of achieving economic, social, and environmental goals that are often interlinked. This can be a daunting task, as the interlinkages are complex and context specific and depend on the issues under consideration, the geographic and temporal scales, sector of the industry, and the existing technologies. Therefore, the ESB program aims to work across disciplines with the cities team, climate team, forest and land use team to combine decarbonization framework, quantitative models, low carbon technology solutions, and other policy-making decision tools to support and achieve key national commitments, such as Indonesia net zero ambition.

Corporate Assistance Program

WRI Indonesia recognizes the importance of assisting Indonesian industries in achieving net-zero emissions for sustainable business transformation. The Corporate Assistance Program (CAP) plays a crucial role in guiding companies to create and implement science-based decarbonization strategies. WRI Indonesia provides technical support to help industries effectively manage their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, ensuring their strategies align with global standards and contribute to a sustainable future for Indonesia.

CAP is organized by KADIN (Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry) Net Zero Hub, which plays a central role in mobilizing and connecting Indonesian businesses to participate in the program. This initiative is supported by key partners, including WWF Indonesia, CDP, and IBCSD, who contribute their expertise to enhance the program's impact. Together, they assist companies in conducting comprehensive GHG emission inventories and setting ambitious net-zero targets. Through training sessions, site visits, and personalized guidance, CAP aims to help multiple companies establish effective decarbonization strategies and commit to SBTi targets through this program, driving Indonesia's corporate sector towards a low-carbon economy.

Job Highlight

The role of the Mentor within the Corporate Assistance Program (CAP) is integral to guiding Indonesian companies towards achieving their net-zero targets. Key responsibilities include offering comprehensive support throughout the program, leading essential CAP classes, and providing personalized consultancy to aid companies in designing and implementing their decarbonization strategies. This role involves assisting participants in completing its assignments such as creating GHG inventories, sending commitment letter to SBTi, establishing science-based targets, and developing simple decarbonization roadmaps.

Furthermore, duties encompass conducting pre-assessment reviews, delivering constructive feedback, building final report, and participating in site visits to gain firsthand insights into each company's operational landscape. This enables mentors to provide tailored advice addressing specific challenges and ensuring companies uphold their commitments. Fostering strong relationships, effective communication, and collaboration with other mentors and partners are fundamental elements for success in this role.

This position, located in Jakarta with office-flex working arrangement. The Mentor directly reports to the Head of Mentor and Curriculum and collaborates closely with mentor supervisors and the broader CAP team to deliver significant and meaningful outcomes for participating companies.

What You Will Do

Technical Assistance (75%)

  • Guide companies through the development of GHG inventories, SBTi commitment letter, science-based targets, and simple decarbonization roadmaps, ensuring alignment with GHG Protocol and SBTi guidelines.
  • Conduct pre-assessment reviews and provide constructive feedback on company assignments to ensure quality and accuracy.
  • Create final report for companies which provides a summary and high-level analysis of companiesโ€™ inventory result, science-based targets, and decarbonization roadmap as well as recommendations for moving forward.
  • Participate in site visits to gather insights and offer tailored advice based on each company's specific conditions and challenges.
  • Provide additional support and resources to companies that face significant challenges or require more intensive assistance to meet their net-zero targets.
  • Facilitating CAP classes and workshops to ensure active engagement and knowledge transfer to company participants.
  • Support the curriculum team in creating and updating training materials, resources, and guides based on emerging trends, best practices, and feedback from participants to ensure the CAP classes are relevant (if needed).

    Program Management Support (25%)

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