Programme Associate- Green Jobs - Delhi, Delhi, India - Council on Energy, Environment and Water

Council on Energy, Environment and Water

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Delhi, Delhi, India

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Description

Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW), New Delhi
Programme Associate - Green Jobs

At CEEW, we are deliberate about what we stand for (and what we don't stand for) as an employer. So, if the below description strikes a chord, we would love to hear from you

At CEEW, we build careers in public policy

We offer strong visionary leadership with emphasis on research and impact at scale
We actively promote leadership by initiative
We celebrate talent and ambition
You will be surrounded by smart people who will challenge you and help you grow
You will learn faster than your peers in other organisations
Curiosity and irreverence, as well as responsibility, come together at CEEW
You will get abovemarket remuneration
We provide a safe space for all
At CEEW, your life is your example for others

Designation offered
Programme Associate (Green Jobs)

Team/ Focus area
Energy Transitions

Reporting to
Programme Lead

Location
New Delhi

Duration
New Delhi

Purpose

Since 2015, CEEW has put out estimates of the green jobs in various clean energy sectors, skill sets, skill distribution across jobs roles, and gender composition of the workforce.

These insights have been a result of primary surveys with industry stakeholders.

The hired resource will be responsible for timely execution and delivery of this exercise and evolve the programme in response to the emerging global conversations around sustainable livelihoods.

Job Duties and Accountabilities

Research, project management, and stakeholder engagement
Lead the project end-to-end by

Developing new methodologies for employment assessment in various clean energy sectors as needed
Designing and executing the survey. This includes, but not limited to, designing the survey instruments, devising a robust sampling strategy, training of the enumerators and coordination with survey agency (as needed)
Analysing the data obtained using advanced statistical methods to draw nuanced insights on workforce intensity, nature of employment, skills trends, and gender participation
Developing highquality outputs such as briefs, notes and reports which could be circulated among the industry associations, state and central government officials and other stakeholders.
Identifying relevant stakeholder and securing bilateral meetings, hosting at least one public convening, etc. to disseminate research.
Staying updated with the current debate, market developments, and research around green jobs to design team's strategy and identify the impact areas with senior researchers.
Contribute to the team's efforts on shaping the discourse on green jobs through opinion pieces, videos, briefings to government stakeholders, and lead at least one such engagement.

Programme Assistance

Support the team in development of overall programme strategy and its effective implementation
Support in establishing, managing and promoting relationship with existing and potential partners

Selection Criteria

Qualifications

Strong academic credentials, preferably a Master's degree in Social Science with specialisation in Economics, Developmental Studies, Sustainable Livelihoods, Public Policy, or related field.
Strong research background with an adequate understanding of research methods and quantitative techniques for data analysis
Sound understanding of India's clean energy policies, industry setup, and skilling landscape.

Work experience

At least 45 years of relevant work experience in the field of research and policy engagement.
Prior experience of survey design, execution, analysis and writing reports is a must. Experience with private sector engagements would be an advantage.
Strong track record of team and project management, including timely delivery of outputs, and stakeholder management.

Key skills

Strong quantitative and qualitative research skills
Strong and effective written and verbal communication skills
Insightful and concise writing in English
Ability and willingness to learn new research, project management and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to work on own initiative with minimum assistance and communicate effectively as a team member
Willingness to show initiative and lead in order to handle unforeseen challenges
Ability to design new intervention and execute effectively

If you are keen to contribute to shaping a green jobs-intensive growth model for India using primary evidence, we would like to speak to you.

Compensation

Competitive compensation - commensurate to the experience and matching the best of standards adopted by the industry or other similar organisations for similar roles.

Application Process
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