Senior Project Officer (Malaysia)

About ICLEI

ICLEI - Local Governments for Sustainability is a global network working with more than 2,500 local and regional governments committed to sustainable urban development. Active in 125+ countries, we influence sustainability policy and drive local action for zero emission, nature-based, equitable, resilient, and circular development. Our Members and team of experts work together through peer exchange, partnerships and capacity building to create systemic change for urban sustainability.

The ICLEI Southeast Asia Secretariat (SEAS), based in Quezon City, Philippines, currently serves ICLEI Members in the Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand. Established in 1999, ICLEI SEAS currently has 40 members and over 2,300 network cities from the aforementioned countries. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Research/Knowledge Products/Policy Briefs, including providing inputs in the development of 1 knowledge product, covering Positive Energy Buildings (PEB) solutions and technologies such as business models, building energy management systems (BEMS), lighting, and digitalization relevant to Malaysia. Products should be prepared in English and translated into the local language (Malay); among other tasks outlined in the Terms of Reference.
• Stakeholder Outreach and Engagement, including support in convening and coordinating 1 multistakeholder working group that engage communities, private sector, financial institutions, academia, and local/regional governments from Malaysia, convening regularly (online); among other tasks outlined in the Terms of Reference.
• Capacity Building and Peer Learning, including assisting in organizing and lead in delivering 2 capacity-building workshops on PEBs and renewable energy/energy efficiency (RE/EE) opportunities in public buildings (including technical, financial, or policy aspects), ensuring inclusive participation of local and regional governments; among other tasks outlined in the Terms of Reference.
• Multi-Level Governance Dialogue and Advocacy, including support in organizing and conducting 1 national-level Multi-Level Governance (MLG) dialogue that brings together senior representatives from national, regional, and local governments (in-person), ensuring alignment with previous project activities (working groups, NAGs); among other tasks outlined in the Terms of Reference.
• Support to ICLEI’s Global Executive Committee (GexCom) Representative, including providing technical and administrative assistance to ICLEI’s Global Executive Committee representative for the sustainable energy portfolio, including preparing talking points, presentations, briefing notes, and relevant background materials; among other tasks outlined in the Terms of Reference.
• General/Administrative Tasks

Qualifications

• University Degree in a technical or policy related field (energy economics, sustainability, environmental science/management, urban and regional planning, development studies, or other relevant degrees; or a combination of relevant education and experience, etc.) – Master’s Degree is a plus
• Must possess knowledge of or experience working with local governments in the area of sustainability initiatives and climate change, sustainable development, climate policy. Knowledge or experience on sustainable energy (renewable energy, energy efficiency) would be an advantage. 
• 5 to 8 years of experience in climate change (mitigation and adaptation), waste, transport, renewable energy, energy efficiency, and urban environmental issues or related fields. 
• Advance degree in related field may be accepted at the discretion of ICLEI SEAS.
• Previous experience in development work or related work for donor organizations, government institutions, NGOs, private sector/consulting firm is a strong advantage. 
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages and advanced knowledge of spreadsheets and database packages, experience in handling web-based management systems. 
• Must be willing and be able to trave domestically and internationally.
• Must be able to prioritize and manage tasks. Possess self-management skills and emotional intelligence. 
• Addresses conflicts proactively, striving for mutually acceptable solutions. Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and as a part of a dynamic group in a multicultural environment. 
• Fluency in both oral and written English and Malay is a must
• Malaysian nationality or have been working in similar field in Malaysia for 5 to 8 years. Must be able to secure legal requirements to work in Malaysia. 

The full Terms of Reference and application instructions are available at the ICLEI Southeast Asia website via https://icleiseas.org/index.php/2025/10/07/hiring-senior-project-officer-malaysia/