Job Opportunity for Senior Research Associate/Research Associate – Energy at CUTS International in Jaipur

About the Organization

CUTS International (Consumer Unity & Trust Society) began its journey in 1983 in Rajasthan, from a rural development communication initiative, a wall newspaper Gram Gadar (Village Revolution). This monthly wall newspaper is published regularly and has been instrumental in providing a forum for the oppressed classes to get justice. On seeing Gram Gadar, Rubens Ricupero, Secretary-General of UNCTAD (1995-2004) observed: “It confirmed my view that often the simple lack of awareness lies at the root of so much misery”.

Job Description

Consumer Unity & Trust Society (CUTS) seeks an experienced and committed resource for the position of Research Associate/Senior Research Associate, with policy, regulatory and techno economic expertise in energy sector for its center for Jaipur, Rajasthan

The candidate is expected to lead key projects, and play a key role in design, delivery and management of projects. Knowledge of practical aspects of power generation sector, economics, environment, law, and political economy is desirable.

Job Responsibilities

• Carry out independent primary and secondary research that would help strengthen advocacy initiatives;
• Develop key data sets, along with analytical tools, to capture performance in context of energy utilities and infrastructure;
• Build consumer traction on key subjects such as regulations, socio-economic implications of energy sector developments, climate resilience and sustainability;
• Research and analyse proposed legislation and regulations;
• Prepare research reports, writing briefing papers, monographs, viewpoint papers etc.;
• Ensure that key outputs are delivered in agreed timelines and budgets to highest standard;
• Ability to undertake field visits and also work on the grassroots and also be able to lead engagement with government officials

Education Qualification/Required Skills & Experience

• Graduate/Post Graduate from an institute of good repute in Energy/Public Policy/Development Studies/Economics/Law and/or regulatory affairs;
• 1-4 years of professional experience of working on issues related to the energy sector viz. energy transition, electric vehicles, green energy, etc. is preferred.
• Previous experience of public policy research and policy advocacy on energy related issues will be an added advantage;
• Proficiency in English and Hindi both languages desired.
• Experience of working in a multicultural environment will be an added advantage.

JOB CODE: CUTS81EY

Qualified candidates should send their resumes to careers@cuts.org, along with a cover letter highlighting your suitability for the position. Please mention job code in subject line of application. Any application received without the appropriate job code will not be considered.