Website World Resource Institute
About your role:
WRI India is seeking a Senior Program Associate for its Energy Program. As an engagement associate you will grow the users and impact of Energy Access Explorer by strengthening data-driven integrated energy planning. Specific responsibilities will include supporting the engagement of the Energy Access Explorer (EAE) —an online, open-source, interactive platform that uses mapping to visualize the state of energy access in unserved and underserved areas.
How your day will unfold:
The Senior Program Associate will be engaging with Industries, Industrial Associations, policymakers, policy think tanks, multilateral institutions, and various civil society organizations in different states.
• Coordinate with industrial associations, state government, and other relevant stakeholders for data collection and identify opportunities for fair and equitable development.
• Develop plans and strategies for enabling fair and equitable development pathways for Industries in India.
• Lead, conduct, and guide research, and reports (online and print) on trends, tools and transition models in the clean energy space aimed at industries.
• Conduct stakeholder convening and interviews, consultations, and other engagements with cluster associations, Industry experts, policymakers and government officials as needed throughout the project.
• Plan, develop and manage the project personnel/technical experts with the skills to implement an effective communication strategy in engaging with all relevant stakeholders and managing the knowledge resources.
• Assist the team with developing capacity-building modules related to gender and social inclusion, particularly informing the stakeholders about its importance, analysis, and means for identifying opportunities, among others.
• Assist in the organizing of internal and external meetings, workshops, conferences, and other dissemination activities.
• Ensure timely submission of deliverables and regular reporting.
Qualification and Requirements we seek:
• Master’s degree with a specialization in science/management/economics/social sciences or related field
• Minimum 4-7 years of relevant full-time work experience in think tanks, industrial R&D, and research-based consulting, with proven credentials in high-level research and engagement.
• Ability to conduct primary and secondary research and contextualize the findings from the research.
• Excellent qualitative and/or quantitative research and writing skills.
• Experience in writing policy briefs/publications and delivering presentations.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with teams of individuals and colleagues.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Willing to travel to project sites/fieldwork as per the requirement of the project
• Knowledge of the fossil fuel industry, hard to abate and fossil-dependent sectors a plus.
Salary & Benefits: INR 11,00,000 to INR 13,00,000 CTC Per Annum
Salary shall be commensurate with experience and skills. WRI offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package.
Location: Delhi/Bangalore, India
Duration: 1 year as term hire (extendable based on performance and project requirements)
List of Documents to be attached:
- Cover letter explaining how your academic background and skills meet the requirements of this position.
- Curriculum vitae
- Writing samples
- Reports
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview purpose.
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