Research Analyst (CEF) - Centre for Energy Finance
The Centre for Energy Finance seeks to hire a Research Analyst with interdisciplinary proficiency
in clean energy, finance, and public policy. The candidate should demonstrate proficiency in market research and intelligence, literature review and technical writing, along with a working understanding of finance.
Job duties and accountabilities
Primary responsibilities: Research
- Track policy, regulatory, and market developments associated with the clean energy sector.
Undertake rigorous qualitative and quantitative analysis of market challenges using a variety of mathematical tools and interdisciplinary methodologies. - Develop fit-for-purpose policy, regulatory, or market-related solutions to address challenges.
- Write reports/issue briefs/blogs/op-eds for the dissemination of analyses and outreach.
- Collaborate within and across teams and institutions to further CEEW-CEF’s endeavours.
General responsibilities: Programme Assistance
- Assist with programme implementation, including helping with preparing presentations and
policy recommendations.
- Assist with planning and executing events such as meetings, consultation workshops, round
table discussions, etc.
- Assist with building relationships with a wider community of industry and government stakeholders in the clean energy domain.
- Support efforts to use new media platforms to widely distribute CEEW-CEF’s work and, in turn, engage with the wider community more closely.
- Respond to research requests from senior researchers, discuss research needs, and prepare
responses that synthesise and analyse information.
- Participate constructively in team meetings.
Requirements
Qualification
The ideal candidate should have a master’s degree with a background in Renewable
Energy/Power sector. Master’s level degrees in public policy, economics or finance, in combination with degrees in engineering, sustainability, energy, etc., are desirable.
Professional experience
- 1-3 years of experience in policy think tanks, government fellowships, consultancies, etc., is
desirable.
- Prior experience in the clean energy sector is desired.
- Experience in stakeholder management would be an added advantage.
- CEEW operates in a dynamic environment, and the candidate will be required to show flexibility in
undertaking a variety of tasks.
Key skills
- Good writing skills with the ability to write opinion pieces, policy briefs, and reports.
- Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills. Strong interpersonal skills; ability to engage with senior officials and business leaders. Strong oral communication skills with an interest in public speaking.
Benefits
- Compensation: Competitive compensation – commensurate to the experience and matching the best of standards
adopted by industry or other similar organisations for similar roles.
- CEEW is an equal-opportunity employer and the selection process does not discriminate on the basis
of age, gender, caste, ethnicity, religion, or sexuality. Female candidates are encouraged to apply.