[opportunities] Vietnam Policy Manager-Asia Clean Energy Coalition

[Minh Anh Nguyen]

Vietnam Policy Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION: Vietnam Policy Manager

Job Title

Vietnam Policy Manager

Reports to

Program Director/Policy Lead

Type of position:

Full-time/open to Part-time

Contract Type:

One year, independent consulting contract (renewable)

Location:

Remote, candidate based in Vietnam



About the Asia Clean Energy Coalition(ACEC)
<https://asiacleanenergycoalition.com/en/>

ACEC was launched in 2022 by a Secretariat that includes the Climate Group,
the Global Wind Energy Council, and the World Resources Institute, bringing
together expertise, credibility, and independence to enable corporate
procurement of renewable energy and accelerate the overall supply of RE
across Asia.

ACEC’s mission is to improve regulatory and policy frameworks to unlock
private sector investment, enhance the efficiency of energy markets, and
accelerate the deployment of large-scale RE for power sector
decarbonization. Ultimately, this will support Asian governments in
achieving both energy security and sustainable development goals.

To achieve this, ACEC unites a coalition of influential RE buyers in Asia,
working in collaboration with sellers and financiers, to strategically
influence policy and regulatory changes in key national and regional
markets. By harnessing a unified voice, ACEC helps governments implement
policies that capitalize on the investment, sustainability, and energy
security benefits of corporate RE sourcing in Asia.

Through its efforts, ACEC amplifies global, regional, and local voices to
advocate for national and regional market reforms and drive investment in
clean energy solutions. Regulatory improvements will unlock private sector
investment, facilitate access to financing, and accelerate the deployment
of new RE across sectors, contributing to a clean, sustainable, and
resilient energy transformation while advancing climate and development
goals.



Position Summary

The Policy Manager for Vietnam will play a key role in advancing ACEC’s
policy advocacy, supporting members in implementing RE procurement
strategies, and promoting regulatory changes in Vietnam. The role requires
a strong background in energy markets and involves working closely with
government bodies, corporates, and ACEC members to help implement RE
adoption, particularly focusing on Distributed Power Purchase Agreements
(DPPA) and other RE mechanisms. The Policy Manager will be responsible for
translating customer challenges and feedback related to DPPA into
actionable policy recommendations to support ACEC’s advocacy efforts.



Key Responsibilities

*Policy Advocacy and Strategy Development:*

   - Lead ACEC’s advocacy efforts in Vietnam by engaging with government
   officials, regulatory bodies, and industry associations to promote policies
   that support renewable energy procurement and adoption. This includes
   driving the corporate DPPA framework, Non-commercial Rooftop Solar, and
   other mechanisms.
   - Develop and implement advocacy strategies that address key challenges,
   such as pricing, wheeling charges, and local regulatory hurdles, to enhance
   corporate access to renewable energy.

*Support for Renewable Energy Procurement:*

   - Act as the primary coordinator and advisor to ACEC members on
   navigating renewable energy procurement mechanisms, with a particular focus
   on DPPA processes.
   - Provide tailored assistance by facilitating access to relevant experts
   and resources, helping ACEC members address challenges in renewable energy
   procurement and adoption.

*Energy Market Expertise and Policy Translation:*

   - Utilize an in-depth understanding of the Vietnamese energy market to
   identify key issues and challenges faced by DPPA participants. Translate
   these challenges into actionable policy recommendations, and lead efforts
   to present these to government and regulatory stakeholders.
   - Ensure continuous feedback and review mechanisms with ACEC members to
   keep corporate buyers informed of regulatory developments.

*Market Monitoring and Analysis:*

   - Track and analyze the evolving regulatory and policy landscape in
   Vietnam’s renewable energy market. Monitor key trends, such as pricing
   models, market access issues, and emerging procurement mechanisms (e.g.
   DPPA, Rooftop Solar, etc.).
   - Produce regular policy briefs, issue updates, and talking points to
   keep ACEC members informed of key regulatory changes affecting DPPA and
   other corporate procurement mechanisms.

*Stakeholder Engagement:*

   - Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders,
   including Vietnamese government ministries, corporates, industrial zones,
   and local industry associations. Engage regularly with provincial
   authorities to facilitate DPPA registration and the procurement process.
   - Support the Leader team at ACEC in high-level policy discussions and
   public forums to promote renewable energy adoption, and advocate for
   corporate interests in key regulatory spaces.

*Event and Workshop Management:*

   - Organize and participate in ACEC-hosted events, workshops, and
   networking sessions aimed at fostering dialogue around renewable energy
   procurement in Vietnam.
   - Lead discussions on policy challenges, DPPA implementation, and
   capacity-building initiatives to promote knowledge-sharing among ACEC
   members and stakeholders.

*Cross-functional Collaboration:*

   - Collaborate with ACEC’s internal teams and external partners to align
   policy advocacy with broader strategic objectives, such as expanding
   cross-border clean energy trading and supporting corporate engagement in
   Vietnam.
   - Provide input on regional clean energy projects relevant to Vietnam’s
   energy sector and contribute to ACEC’s initiatives in neighboring markets.



Qualifications

   - Education:
   BA/BS in Public Policy, Environmental Science, Energy, or related
   fields. Advanced degree preferred.
   - Experience:
      - Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in public policy, energy
      market regulation, or advocacy, with a focus on the Vietnamese renewable
      energy market.
      - Strong track record of working with Vietnamese government agencies
      and regulatory bodies in the energy or environmental sectors.
      - Experience advising corporates or organizations on renewable energy
      procurement and policy compliance in Vietnam.
   - Skills:
      - In-depth knowledge of the energy market and regulatory landscape in
      Vietnam, particularly in renewable energy and sustainability.
      - Strong communication skills in both Vietnamese and English, with
      the ability to clearly articulate customer challenges and policy asks.
      - Proven ability to manage stakeholder relationships and lead
      advocacy initiatives.
      - Strong project management and organizational skills, with
      experience managing events and workshops.



Preferred Qualifications

   - Experience working with renewable energy procurement models, such as
   DPPA, and advising corporates on energy solutions in Vietnam.
   - Expertise in translating technical energy market challenges into
   policy recommendations.
   - Familiarity with Vietnam’s renewable energy sector and market
   mechanisms, including financial incentives and regulatory challenges.
   - Public speaking and policy presentation experience.



How to apply:

   - To apply please send a cover letter and detailed CV in English to Ms.
   Minh Anh Nguyễn: mnguyen at asiacleanenergycoalition.com
   - Subject: Application for the position title
   - The closing date for submission is 23 January 2025 (before 9am).
   - Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for a written test and
   interview


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*Minh Anh Nguyen (Mia)*
*Associate Director, Engagement*
*Asia Clean Energy Coalition (ACEC)*
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