Organization Mission

Morobe Development Foundation Inc. is a leading Internationally recognised NGO based in Lae Morobe Province, Papua New Guinea who has the vision to help young people reach their full potential by utilizing their hidden talents in community development initiatives so they can realize their potential and become a role model in the community.

MDF was established to address a broader and more diverse range of objectives and work through the use of dance, music and drama, MDF’s primary aim is to ensure that women participate equally in decision making in any project undertaken, including projects related to Ending Violence against Women, and promoting Human Rights with a aim to support the Government and UN their Development Goals.

MDF, in collaboration with Online Volunteers engaged through the UNV”s Unified Volunteer Platform (UVP), has also undertaken various scientific research studies related to the environment – forest cover loss, land use land cover change, the influence of various parameters on surface waters, and coastal shoreline turtle habitat loss. These projects included the participation of various experts and researchers from diverse fields across various countries across the globe – ranging from marine biology, biodiversity conservation, PNG community management, remote sensing, and land use policy among various others.

MDF is managed by a management committee, which is made up of the Chairman, the Deputy Chairman, Secretary, the Treasurer, the Project Coordinator, Community Development Officer, and a male and female member of the foundation, and ensures that women participate equally in decision making.

We at MDF assert that we have the required skill sets, knowledge, established international network, and the necessary foundational work to undertake projects successfully.

Context

This assignment focuses on the exploration and development of innovative financial instruments that can accelerate the attainment of affordable and clean energy goals, as set out in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 7). This initiative aims to mobilize knowledge and foster innovation to tackle one of the most pressing challenges of our times—achieving universal access to sustainable energy.

The online volunteers will contribute to a collaborative research effort that seeks to understand and design financial instruments that can effectively mobilize resources towards sustainable and clean energy projects. The results of this task will be sent to the local government departments for information reference.

Key Responsibilities

We are seeking the support of four (4) online volunteers who will each take on a pivotal role in crafting a section of a collective research proposal. Specifically, the Online Volunteers” responsibilities will include:

Literature Review: This volunteer will be responsible for compiling an exhaustive literature review, documenting existing research on financial instruments in the clean energy sector, and identifying gaps in current knowledge.

Methodology: Tasked with outlining a robust methodology for the research proposal, this volunteer will develop the frameworks for data collection, analysis, and the validation of findings, ensuring the research”s credibility and replicability.

Case Study Analysis: This role involves the identification and analysis of successful case studies where innovative financial instruments have been implemented in the clean energy sector. The Analyst will distill lessons learned and potential models for replication and scaling.

Policy and Impact Assessment: Dedicated to forecasting the potential impact of proposed financial instruments, this volunteer will assess policy implications, scalability, and the socio-economic and environmental benefits of successful implementation.

Each online volunteer will bring their specific expertise to the table, collaborating through an online platform to co-create a research proposal that is both academically rigorous and practically applicable in the pursuit of SDG 7.

Required Skills and Experience

1. A Master’s degree or higher in Finance, Economics, Environmental Policy, Energy Policy, Sustainable Development, or a closely related field.
2. Proven experience in academic or professional research, particularly in drafting research proposals or conducting studies within the financial or energy sectors.
3. Familiarity with sustainable development goals and climate finance.
4. Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
5. Excellent academic writing skills with the ability to produce clear, concise, and compelling content.
6. High proficiency in English is mandatory; knowledge of other UN languages would be beneficial.
7. Experience working remotely and in virtual teams, demonstrating self-motivation and the ability to collaborate effectively.