RCREEE, in cooperation with the OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID) offers recent graduates 6 internship opportunities at its regional quarters in Cairo. The ed interns should be prepared to relocate to Cairo and work in a fast-paced team environment. Interns will complete the internship period having gained a broad experience in renewable energy, energy efficiency, and regional cooperation fields. Among the activities to be carried out during the 6 months are:

• Hands-on training on data mining, research and analysis skills through direct involvement in RCREEE regional and country level research and analysis tools activities
• Placement in RCREEE projects under the supervision of Program Managers and Senior Experts
• Technical training courses by leading regional technical experts from the region
• Soft skills training courses (communication skills, leadership and project management, business and technical writing)
• Attending relevant regional workshops and/or Exchange mission with other young professionals to laborate on running projects
• Periodic evaluation and feedback

Duties and Responsibilities

The ed candidates will work under the supervision of RCREEE technical team in any of the following areas:

• Research and analysis on renewable energy and energy efficiency trends and technologies in the Arab States
• Engage in project support and implementation in the fields of policy, institutional development, facts/figures, finance and private investments promotion relevant to RE/EE.
• Engage in RCREEE's business development activities.

General Qualifications

• Recent graduate of: Engineering, Environmental Studies, Economics, Political Science, international law or Business Administration
• Being enrolled in or a holder of a relevant Master's Degree is a plus
• Previous experience in the field of sustainable energy and similar developmental projects is a plus
• Fluency in Arabic and one of the two languages; English or French, is a must
• Enthusiastic about the role of RCREEE and renewable energy and energy efficiency fields, and ready to learn
• Excellent writing, editing and communications skills
• Ability to work under pressure, multi-task and deadlines-oriented
• Internet and MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) proficiency is required

General Terms and Conditions

• The internship program operates on a remunerative basis. For interns from countries other than the host country, travel arrangements are the responsibility of RCREEE
• Non-Egyptian interns will receive a monthly amount equivalent to 600 Euros to cover accommodation and living expenses.
• It is the responsibility of the intern to arrange for his/her accommodation. RCREEE provides ed interns with a list of brokers' contacts.
• Egyptian interns will receive a monthly amount equivalent to 300 Euros
• Medical Insurance is the sole responsibility of the intern

How to apply

Qualified candidates should send the following to our email address :

1. Filled application  (Click to download)
2. Updated CV
3. A one page motivation letter

Subject Line: APSEY Program

Deadline: November 16, 2018