Job Opportunity for Associate – DISCOMs & Energy Transition at Swaniti Initiative in Andhra Pradesh, India (Zip/Postal Code: 522001)

**Job Title:** Associate – DISCOMs & Energy Transition

**Company:** Swaniti Initiative

**About Swaniti Initiative:** Swaniti Initiative is a social enterprise working at the intersection of climate, governance, and last-mile delivery.  We collaborate with subnational governments to conduct microplanning, provide technical assistance for program implementation, and support program monitoring and delivery.  Our focus is on unlocking public capital, ensuring last-mile community benefits, and creating systemic changes in public service systems.  We are committed to measuring and documenting our impact and replicating successful learning across the organization.

**Job Location:** Andhra Pradesh, India (Zip/Postal Code: 522001)

**Job Type:** Full-time

**Job Description:**

Swaniti Initiative seeks a highly motivated professional to support the Andhra Pradesh (AP) government’s renewable energy (RE) transition. This role will involve providing technical support and designing affordable, financially sustainable RE solutions benefiting consumers and AP Distribution Companies (DISCOMs).

**Responsibilities:**

* **Technical Support & Analysis:** Conduct technical analyses of renewable energy (RE) solutions, particularly decentralized renewable energy (DRE) systems, to design financially sustainable models for AP DISCOMs. Provide expert input on integrating RE solutions, focusing on DRE, to improve DISCOM financial health while ensuring affordable and reliable electricity for consumers.  This requires a strong understanding of DRE solutions (rooftop solar, microgrids, energy storage systems), renewable energy policy frameworks, grid integration challenges, financing models, and energy data analysis (consumer energy consumption patterns, grid impact, energy efficiency strategies).

* **Consumer Data Analysis, Literature Review & Policy Analysis:** Analyze consumer data to identify subsidized consumer demographics, energy consumption patterns, and potential for rooftop solar and other RE solutions. Collaborate with DISCOMs to integrate consumer insights into financially viable energy solutions. Conduct literature reviews and research on successful DRE solutions and policy frameworks from other regions. Analyze and recommend policies supporting the scaling of DRE solutions within the state.

* **Stakeholder Coordination & Collaboration:** Serve as the primary point of contact for Swaniti Initiative, facilitating communication and coordination between government departments, DISCOMs, and external partners. Engage with key stakeholders (government officials, energy providers) to ensure successful project implementation.

* **Reporting & Documentation:** Develop case studies on successful RE projects, particularly in the decentralized energy sector. Prepare reports and presentations on project progress, key findings, and recommendations. Support the monitoring and evaluation of RE projects to assess their impact on energy access, financial sustainability, and DISCOM operations. Collect data and feedback from stakeholders to refine approaches and inform future projects.

**Qualifications:**

* **Education:** Master’s degree in Energy, Environmental Science, Renewable Energy Engineering, or a related field. Additional certifications in renewable energy, energy policy, or sustainable development are advantageous.

* **Experience:** 3-5 years of experience, with at least 2-3 years in the renewable energy sector, focusing on decentralized energy solutions, energy policy, or energy systems integration. Experience working with government bodies, DISCOMs, or energy utilities is highly desirable.

* **Skills:** Familiarity with technical, financial, and regulatory aspects of the renewable energy transition. Proficiency in English (written and spoken) is required; knowledge of Telugu is a plus.  Proactive, detail-oriented, adaptable, and solutions-oriented approach. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.

* **Travel:** Willingness to travel and engage with stakeholders and project partners.