OGMP data analyst

This opening expired 1 year ago. Do not try to apply for this job.

UNEP - United Nations Environment Programme

Open positions at UNEP
Logo of UNEP

Application deadline 1 year ago: Sunday 29 Jan 2023 at 23:59 UTC

Open application form

Result of Service Methane data from oil and gas companies member to the OGMP is analysed and aggregated for inclusion in IMEO annual report

Work Location remote

Expected duration 6 months

Duties and Responsibilities UN Environment Programme (Energy and Climate Branch) implements the International Methane Emissions Observatory (IMEO) and Gas Methane Partnership (OGMP), an ambitious reporting initiative to facilitate methane emissions reductions from the oil and gas sector. A consultant in the methane detection and mitigation process is needed to provide technical advice and support to the Programme Managers in charge of the OGMP and of the IMEO.

The OGMP is a multi-stakeholder partnership working to improve methane emissions reporting. The updated reporting framework (OGMP 2.0) launched in November 2020, is the most ambitious and comprehensive reporting framework for methane emissions from the oil and gas sector. Member companies will report on methane emissions levels from all material sources across the entire oil and gas value chain, including both operated and non-operated assets. OGMP 2.0 is a comprehensive measurement-based methane reporting framework that standardizes rigorous and transparent emissions accounting practices.

OGMP reported data will be integrated by the International Methane Emissions Observatory with other data streams (remote sensing data, scientific measurements data, national inventories).

The Consultant will be a person passionate about data with a good understanding of the oil&gas sector. He/she will analyse the data provided by OGMP 2.0 companies to transform the raw data reported into information and insights to ensure it is accurate and high-quality. He/she will be responsible of preparing the feedback to the OGMP2.0 companies on their reporting. He/she will support with the development of the database and contribute to the integration of the data into it. He/she will help the senior data analyst with the elaboration of data trends and analyses to be included in the annual IMEO report.

The consultant will perform the following tasks: 1) Review, analyse and aggregation of OGMP companies’ annual reports: a. Review of the methane emissions reported at asset-level and source-level data from oil and gas companies’ operated and non-operated assets reported to the OGMP b. Review for completeness of data reported, and consistency with reporting framework and relevant approved technical guidance documents c. Analysis of the implementation plan of the companies d. Analysis of companies’ performance target commitment, compare to UNEP targets and document progress e. Provide feedback to the OGMP2.0 companies on their reporting and implementation plan. 2) Contribute to aggregate OGMP2.0 companies data to feed into the annual report: a. Analysis of emissions, focusing on data patterns, quality gaps, and consistency b. Identify inconsistencies among and between operator, region, facility type, source type 3) Support with: - Development, maintenance and improvement of the database - Gathering data on energy assets and on the energy market from different sources

Qualifications/special skills Academic - Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in mathematics, statistics, science or engineering - A first-level university degree in combination with five years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Professional Experience - At least three years of proven work experience in data analysis or emissions quantification and reporting - Familiarity with the oil&gas sector

Language - For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English. Additional languages are an asset.

Skills - Strong quantitative skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of data with attention to detail and accuracy; - Strong computer proficiency, experience with database, - Detail-oriented with the ability to explain large amounts of data and information in a simple, organized manner to a variety of audiences - Intellectual agility and comfort with working on a wide variety of topics; - Excellent written and oral communication skills; - Problem-solving skills - Experience in the oil&gas sector is a plus; - Ability to work with colleagues and partners of varied backgrounds and experience. - At least three years of proven work experience in data analysis or emissions quantification and reporting - Familiarity with the oil&gas sector

Languages- For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English. Additional languages are an asset.

No Fee THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

Added 1 year ago - Updated 1 year ago - Source: careers.un.org