Experience as per the JD

Question 1

Demonstrate:

An interest in and understanding of climate change, its place in government policy and public debate

Give 4 examples.

Answer 1

Degrees: two theses focused on the interplay between land use and emissions

Research experience in the tropics: seen the effects first-hand

Six online courses: diversified my knowledge with new subjects, notably ‘International Legal Regime’, ‘Green Economy’, ‘Sustainable Finance’, ‘Human Health and Climate Change’

Giki volunteering: gained knowledge of sustainable business and how consumers interact with sustainable products

Question 2

Demonstrate:

An ability to work with a wide range of people and groups, understanding and being sensitive to their priorities and aims

Answer 2

ICL, cooperated with -

Academia
Businesses: Santander
Government: SLC, NHS Bursaries
NGOs: ICU, NASMA

To support 3,000 undergraduates

Important to understand their diverse drivers

Question 3

Demonstrate:

Policy development skills – analysing multiple information sources and thinking creatively about solutions to problems

Answer 3

Python course, analysed:
Academic papers
Blog articles
Course materials (lecture slides/notes)
Online forums
YouTube videos

The task encouraged me to think about the impact of new technology on diverse stakeholders and how they are connected by public issues, e.g.

A patient’s cancer is caught earlier, they need less invasive treatment, they can return to work earlier, the business is more productive, the economy thrives

PLUS

A patient’s cancer is caught earlier, they need less invasive treatment, this reduces the cost on the NHS, they can spend the money elsewhere and provide a better service

Question 4

Demonstrate:

An aptitude for analysis and ability to identify and engage with different types of data and information.

Answer 4

MRes, engaged with the following data types:
Images (fungi)
Graphs
Literature (45 papers)
Maps
Numeric (CO2 and microclimate)

Used R for analysis

Question 5

Demonstrate:

Interpersonal skills needed to present this information to a wide range of audiences, including ministers and the public

Answer 5

Customer service: 10 years in hospitality and retail

Presentations:
University to academia
Lush to the public
ICL to the public
Python to industry

Training: sales psychology, ‘Influencing and Negotiating’ and ‘Networking Skills’

Experience: supporting vulnerable students at ICL

Question 6

Demonstrate:

An awareness of the needs of industry and the public, and how government policies affect these groups

Answer 6

‘Green Economy’ course:

Deepened my awareness of the needs of industry, the public and how government policies affect these groups

It covered:

• Greening potential for different industry sectors (opportunities and challenges)
• Public policy instruments to drive green transition (incentives, public procurement, phasing out FF subsidies)
• Methods of raising capital for green projects e.g. Green Bonds

Question 7

Demonstrate:

A willingness to learn

Answer 7

Undertaken 10 training courses in the past two years alone, in and outside of work, in diverse subjects that were new to me

Question 8

Demonstrate:

A passion for finding creative solutions

Answer 8

MRes project equipment innovation