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INTRODUCTION TO GGGI

The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies. To learn more please visit about GGGI web page.

GGGI has a diverse portfolio of programs in developing countries around the world. These in-country programs, together with global products and services, focus on delivering results through an integrated approach of evidence-based green growth planning and implementation aligned to countries’ development priorities. The organization also focuses on knowledge development and management activities which build a strong theoretical and empirical basis for green growth, while providing concrete options and guidance for policymakers; as well as building the conditions for public and private green infrastructure investments.

Within the Office of the Executive Director, GGGI has established the global initiatives unit to incubate emerging global-scale initiatives that align with GGGI’s green growth mandate. As part of this unit, GGGI has established a dedicated Data and AI team to lead the organization’s transition into a data-driven, digitally enabled institution. The Data and AI team will be responsible for shaping GGGI’s AI and data strategies, leading internal transformation initiatives, coordinating external partnerships, and positioning GGGI as a leader in “Environmentally Sustainable AI” applications.

POSITION SUMMARY

As part of the data and AI team, the Green AI Senior Assistant supports the implementation of data-driven and AI-enabled approaches across GGGI projects and programs.

Under the guidance of the Data/AI lead, the role provides technical expertise in developing analytical methodologies, digital monitoring systems, and data architectures that support climate project development, environmental monitoring, and evidence-based decision making.

Beyond the data/AI team, the position works closely with project teams, country offices, and external partners to ensure that data and AI solutions are effectively integrated into GGGI projects and knowledge platforms.

PURPOSE

The Green AI Senior Assistant supports the application of data systems and emerging technologies, contributing to GGGI’s use of digital tools to improve project delivery and monitoring. The candidate helps maintain the quality and consistency of analytical outputs and digital systems used across GGGI projects and programs. The role implements data architectures, analytical methodologies and digital MRV systems that enable GGGI to support sectoral climate action, digital carbon markets and sustainable investments across

ENGAGEMENT

The Green AI Senior Assistant supports GGGI technical teams, country offices, and project leads by contributing data and AI inputs to program development and implementation.

The role interacts with external stakeholders including technology providers, research institutions, and development partners to support the evaluation and adoption of digital tools relevant to sustainable development.

The position shares technical findings and analytical results with internal teams, including program teams, partner governments, and external collaborators, under the guidance of the Data/AI Lead.

DELIVERY

The Green AI Senior Assistant contributes through the following activities:

AI and Digital Innovation

• Assist in the application of AI and advanced analytics in climate and green growth programs/projects across different sectors including carbon markets, sustainable energy and mobility, climate smart agriculture etc.
• Support the assessment of emerging technologies relevant to environmental monitoring, digital MRV systems, and climate data platforms
• Implement analytical methodologies supporting environmental monitoring, climate analytics, and infrastructure planning.

• Develop data architectures and workflows integrating diverse datasets including geospatial, environmental, and operational data.

Program Support

• Provide technical guidance to program teams applying data analytics or digital systems in project development.
• Contribute to analytical inputs for project preparation, feasibility analysis, and monitoring frameworks.

Knowledge and Institutional Capacity

• Support the development of institutional data systems, knowledge platforms, and analytical tools.
• Contribute to internal capacity building on data analytics, AI tool adoption, and digital innovation.

REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Energy Systems, Environmental Engineering, Economics, Statistics, Data Science/AI, or a related field. Advance degree (Master’s or equivalent, in related fields is highly advantageous.

Experience

• Preferably one to two years of relevant professional experience in environmental analytics, digital systems development, data science etc.
• Experience applying analytical or digital solutions in climate, infrastructure, energy, or sustainable development contexts.
• Experience working with international organizations, development programs, or applied research environments is an advantage.

Technical Skills

• Good programming knowledge in Python or equivalent languages.
• Experience with data architecture, cloud platforms, or large-scale data systems.
• Experience with geospatial data and environmental datasets is desirable.
• Familiarity with machine learning frameworks or advanced analytical methods.

Languages

• Fluency in English is required.

FUNCTIONAL

• Strong researching and analysis skills.
• Ability to communicate technical insights to non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience evaluating or implementing digital technologies in applied settings.

CORPORATE

• Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and commitment to GGGI’s mission.
• Builds effective partnerships across multidisciplinary teams and international partners.
• Demonstrates adaptability, innovation, and problem-solving in complex environments.
• Delivers high-quality outputs within tight timelines.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The Green AI Senior Assistant is a G5 grade level in GGGI’s Republic of Korea national salary scale. GGGI provides 15% of base salary towards retirement plan/long-term savings, 27 days of annual leave, and private health insurance that covers dental and vision.

GGGI is committed to providing a work environment that is sufficiently flexible to accommodate diverse life-cycle challenges and assist Staff members in achieving a better balance between work and personal/family commitments, thus ensuring high performance, long-term productivity, and well-being.