has a vacancy based in Vienna, Austria, for
in the Energy Studies Department
Main Responsibilities
- Responsible for defining the most suitable input data and regularly updating related databases, including setting up relevant sets of parameters for running scenarios with OWEM and other models.
- Responsible for modifying and updating the OWEM and other models features (including the model code); estimating and re-specifying the equations of the model to increase its computational efficiency and accuracy.
- Studies and keeps abreast of other energy model efforts developed outside the Secretariat, so as to keep OPEC methodologies continually under review.
- Conducts or contributes to research efforts and studies based on a modelling approach, including, but not limited to, OPEC’s World Oil Outlook.
- Contributes to speeches, articles and presentations to internal meetings and international forums.
- Carries out any other tasks assigned by the relevant superiors as pertain to his/her background, qualifications and position.
Requirements and Work Experience
- University degree in Computational Modeling, Mathematics/Statistics, (Energy) Economics or other relevant fields
- Advanced degree preferred
- University degree: 8 years of work experience
- Advanced degree: 6 years of work experience
Skills and Knowledge
- Energy modeling
- Advanced knowledge and experience in MS Excel and programming languages
(Python is mandatory, R is complementary)
- Knowledge of various phases of energy markets and related operations, including, but not limited to, upstream, mid-stream, downstream, and energy-related environmental issues
- Knowledge of latest developments in the energy sector
- Communication and analytical skills
- Presentation and interpersonal skills
- Customer service orientation
- Initiative and integrity
- Proficiency in written and spoken English
Offer
Monthly basic salary of (€6,889 x 12 per year), with tax-free benefits and six-week annual leave.
Applications
Applicants should please complete the form called “Application Form” which may be downloaded from our homepage (www.opec.org) and send it to:
OPEC
Finance & Human Resources Department
Helferstorferstrasse 17
A-1010 Vienna – AUSTRIA
Or email: recruitment@opec.org
Online applicants should quote “Job Code 5.4.01” in the “Subject” field. An automatic reply will be sent to confirm the successful submission of the documents.
The deadline for receipt of applications is 31 July 2022 Acknowledgements will only be sent to short-listed candidates.
