International Development Advisory Services (IDAS) Associate at KPMG

KPMG’s International Development Advisory Services (IDAS), based in Nairobi, Kenya, adopts a pan-African approach to development work, managing and coordinating programmes and projects throughout Africa to ensure consistency of delivery, results and impact. In particular, we have managed a number of programmes on behalf of some of the biggest names in development covering various sectors including climate change, natural resources, renewable energy, agribusiness, health, inclusive finance, governance, education, SME development, and youth employment, among others. We are currently looking for an Associate to join our IDAS team to support our growing portfolio of climate change, renewable energy and natural resources projects and pursuits. The role will be based in Nairobi, Kenya but would require occasional travel across Africa.

Key roles and responsibilities

• Carry out research and analysis on key development-related topics covering climate change, climate finance, circular economy, renewable energy and natural resources management.
• Actively contribute towards KPMG’s IDAS business initiatives including involvement in delivery of client projects and business development.
• Contribute to developing partnerships with clients and other organizations.
• Any other tasks that shall be assigned to you.

 Academic/Professional qualifications and Experience

• Master’s degree in a relevant field including but not limited to Climate Change, Natural Resources Management, Energy, Environmental Economics, or Development Finance. 
• 2 - 3 years’ experience in analytical or programme management work with a regional or international management consultancy firm, non-profit, or academic institute working on climate change, renewable energy or natural resources management issues.

Technical skills and competencies:

• Technical skills in one or more of the following topics: carbon footprint/GHG assessment, climate risk assessment, climate policy analysis or climate finance.
• Strong analytical, writing and communication skills.
• Understanding of global development issues.
• Experience working in a complex, fast-moving environment and dealing professionally with multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with others inside and outside of the organisation.

Personal attributes:

• Attention to details
• Excellent interpersonal and team building skills, ability to organize and motivate others as well as work in a multi-cultural environment
• Great Inter-personal skills, quick to learn and result oriented
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with others inside and outside the organisation 
• Team player

We offer:

• An exciting opportunity to work with a Big 4 firm on cutting edge development programmes across Africa
• Continuous learning and development
• Exposure to multi-disciplinary client service teams
• Unrivalled space to grow and be innovative
• Opportunity for international travel