This Reflection Paper builds on joint work and research between SDSN and the OECD Development Cooperation Directorate, and outlines four urgent priorities to scale-up and align global financing flows for the SDGs ahead of the Paris Summit for a Global Financing Pact.

SDSN is seeking a Program Associate to manage the work of CEET and join the Climate and Energy team. The Associate will report to the Head of SDSN’s Climate and Energy Program. The Council is actively working to address some of the key questions around technology feasibility, scalability, and regional contextualization to support a global clean energy transition. The position will serve as a key manager working at the intersection of the Council members, the United Nations, and key partners across the UN system. This Program Associate will have the opportunity to learn fundamental project management skills and tools; build a professional network of mentors and contacts; and be actively involved with discussions exploring some of the most pressing questions around climate change and energy facing our generation.

SDSN is seeking a self-starter who can multi-task and is an expert in bookkeeping practices in a non-profit environment. The candidate must be knowledgeable in complete accounting processes through general ledger and financial reconciliation, computerized accounting programs and other software (experience with Sage Intacct preferred). They must be able to work independently and as part of a dynamic, international team. They must have an impeccable attention to detail; strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills; and must possess the ability to work positively and supportively with all members of the organization.

Partners launch new online toolkit on ESD curriculum development, titled: “From Commitment to Action: Integrating Sustainable Development into National Education Priorities: A Practical Guide for Policymakers, Practitioners, and Researchers”

This position will support the SDSN’s Climate and Energy Program in the coordination of an array of projects including: European Green Deal Senior Working Group; the Zero Emissions Solutions Conference; Council of Engineers for the Energy Transition; US Local Pathways Project; Guide to Net Zero Campus Community of Practice; and various fundraising proposals. The intern will be asked to support various aspects of these projects as they progress including research, meeting scheduling, note taking, authorship and editorial work, communications and project management, fundraising, and partnership outreach.