Project Assistant - Renewable Energy & Energy Efficiency

Company Description

ClimAlign is committed to aligning financial practices with climate and decarbonization goals, enabling the transition to a low-carbon economy. The organization collaborates with financial institutions, businesses, and policymakers to develop innovative strategies that reduce carbon footprints and encourage sustainable growth. By delivering in-depth analysis and expert guidance, ClimAlign fosters an understanding of the long-term benefits of sustainable investments. Their mission is to create a resilient financial ecosystem that emphasizes climate responsibility and environmental sustainability.

Role Description

We are looking for a Project Assistant who is detail-oriented, eager to learn, and interested in renewable energy and resource efficiency - especially energy efficiency. This position offers hands-on experience in real projects for undergraduate students (preferably in their 3rd or 4th year), graduate students, or recent graduates aiming to build a career in sustainable development.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of technical and financial proposals for national and international tenders in renewable energy and energy efficiency.
• Contribute to business development by researching new tenders and opportunities, preparing preliminary analyses and briefing notes.
• Assist in developing project implementation methodologies through desk research, reviewing best practices, and preparing technical content.
• Support project teams in data collection, analysis, and structuring reports.
• Prepare and edit presentations, reports, and project documents in both English and Turkish.
• Actively participate in planning, monitoring, and reporting activities during implementation phases alongside project leaders and experts.
• Ensure proper organization of project documents, deliverables, and tracking systems.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate, graduate, or recent graduate in Engineering (preferably energy, electrical-electronics, mechanical, chemical, environmental), Environmental Sciences, Economics, International Relations, Political Science, or related fields. Part-time opportunities are available for students; full-time for graduates.
• Basic knowledge of renewable energy (especially solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, biomass); relevant coursework or personal research is a plus.
• Familiarity with energy efficiency practices in buildings, industrial facilities, or infrastructure projects; understanding of energy saving potential calculations and performance indicators.
• General awareness of green finance mechanisms, sustainability investments, and climate change mitigation efforts in Turkey and internationally.
• Advanced proficiency in written and spoken English (essential for reporting and proposal writing).
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills; ability to interpret technical data and communicate it clearly.
• Proficiency in MS Office (especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Detail-oriented, organized, responsible, and proactive.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic, multitasking work environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of projects financed by international financial institutions (EIB, EBRD, World Bank, etc.).
• Experience in proposal writing, project management tools, or data analysis (Excel dashboards, basic financial analysis) is a plus.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to gain experience in real and impactful sustainability projects.
• Direct collaboration and mentorship from expert consultants and project managers.
• Flexible and learning-oriented work environment.
• Potential for long-term engagement based on performance and project intensity.

Compensation:

Compensation will be determined based on experience and level of contribution. Interested candidates are welcome to contact us for more details.

Application:

Candidates interested in applying for the position are kindly requested to send their CVs via email to engineering@climalign.com. Please include “Project Assistant Application – [Full Name]” in the subject line of the email.