Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW), New Delhi
Research Analyst (Economic Analysis) \xe2\x80\x93 Technology Futures At CEEW, we are deliberate about what we stand for (and what we don\xe2\x80\x99t 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 \xe2\x80\x93 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 above-market remuneration
• We provide a safe space for all
• At CEEW, your life is your example for others

Designation offered
Research Analyst/ Programme Associate (Economic Analysis) Focus area
Technology Futures Location
New Delhi, India Reporting to
Programme Associate/Senior Programme Lead Programme Description Globally, countries and companies are aiming to transition to a low-carbon pathway in the coming decades. Many countries have already announced their Net Zero emission targets starting 2050. India has also committed to a Net-Zero path and aims to achieve the same by 2070. India has also committed to setting up 500 GW of non-fossil fuel-based power generation capacity, 50 per cent renewable energy capacity, reduction of one billion tonnes of carbon emission and reduction of carbon intensity by 45 per cent by 2030. Advancements in hard and soft components of technology will be crucial for reduction, capture and offset of emissions. Technologies need to be designed and developed according to the local requirements. It is hence imperative that technological innovations across the value chain be conceptualised, designed, nurtured and supported proactively for applications in India. Given the magnitude of change that is required, India can become the global powerhouse that co-develops, deploys, manufactures, exports and recycles these emerging and next-generation technologies. The research programme assesses the impacts and eventually drives technological advancements across the value chain \xe2\x80\x93 mining, procurement, manufacturing, deployment, reuse and recycling. Purpose CEEW seeks to hire a Research Analyst for the newly set up Technology Futures team. The world needs a diverse set of clean energy technologies to rapidly address the climate crisis, from solar photovoltaics and wind turbines to battery storage and electric mobility. To achieve global net-zero as per IEA\xe2\x80\x99s analysis, solar manufacturing capacity would need to grow two times, while wind manufacturing capacity would need to grow four times and EV battery manufacturing would need to be eight times between 2021 and 2030. India\xe2\x80\x99s manufacturing sector is still a small player in the global industry supplying these vital technologies. If India\xe2\x80\x99s policy makers are to secure India\xe2\x80\x99s clean energy supplies and vastly increase its participation in the global clean energy value chain, they will need a nuanced understanding of erstwhile trends in global trade and investments, national industrial policies as well as foresight into India\xe2\x80\x99s future requirements of factors of production such as capital, skilled labour, raw materials and energy. Analysis of this kind will require development of robust economic models and techno-economic assessments, as well as insightful policy analysis and stakeholder inputs. The candidate will be responsible for analysing India\xe2\x80\x99s clean energy industry in the context of India\xe2\x80\x99s broader industrial and energy sectors. The candidate will assess the impact of India\xe2\x80\x99s economic policies on the trade, manufacturing and deployment of clean energy technologies, from raw material mining to final installation. The individual will refine and develop models of the Indian economy, as well as assist in the development of new frameworks, metrics and data visualisations of techno-economic data, to inform the team\xe2\x80\x99s policy recommendations. We are looking for a candidate with a strong understanding of economics and data analytics with the aptitude to work in a diverse, inter-disciplinary team. Job Duties and Accountabilities Economic analysis and modelling

• Develop research outputs in various forms such as publications, journal papers or reports on topics related to Indian and global clean energy supply chains
• Support development of models and assessment frameworks to contribute to research across the programme, as well as support policy recommendations
• Develop new methodologies to analyse India\xe2\x80\x99s manufacturing and minerals sector
• Support development of lifecycle and material flow assessments of the Indian clean energy manufacturing sector

Market and policy research

• Track market developments and impact of policies globally on clean energy supply chains
• Support development of policy impact assessment frameworks
• Track global and regional trade of clean energy technologies, components and raw materials

Stakeholder engagement and outreach

• Build networks with researchers working on economic analysis of clean energy supply chains
• Participate in relevant conferences, workshops, training programmes as necessary to communicate research findings and gain insights on new research in focus areas

Programmatic support

• Assist with project implementation, including preparing presentations, factsheets and other communication material
• Accompany team members for meetings with other stakeholders and assist with relevant follow up
• Assist in organising webinars, workshops and roundtables as part of the team\xe2\x80\x99s outreach activities

Desirable Outcomes (first year)

• Build CEEW\xe2\x80\x99s understanding of the economics of clean energy supply chains
• Author at least one report or journal article
• Support the development of at least one economic model or tool
• Take up at least one institutional responsibility or actively work on one institutional initiative.

Shortlisting Criteria and key skills

• A bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s or master\xe2\x80\x99s degree in economics or public policy
• Strong understanding of economic policy and quantitative research methods
• Must have a functional knowledge of manufacturing and international trade, ideally an understanding of the clean energy sector
• Ability to summarise and communicate the insights/findings as reports and presentations

Experience

• Upto 3 years of work experience
• Experience in working on academic/market research projects is desirable

Main skills

• Ability to identify technical and policy issues, interpret data, develop quantitative methods, and identify/ develop creative solutions
• Good written and oral communication skills; Good report writing skills
• Strong analytical skills, including quantitative research
• Ability to perform data analysis with Python, R or STATA
• Ability to use MS Office application suite including MS Excel

Personality

• Willingness to learn new research and project management skills
• Ability to adapt to new environment and deliver under tight deadlines in a professional environment
• Striving for rigour in research and quality in work output
• Ability to effectively work in a team while being able to independently drive research with minimum assistance, when time demands
• Ability to dig deeper into details, while also keeping a sense of the broader objectives and big picture
• Willingness to learn, grow and develop at personal and professional front, at a rapid pace with a steep learning curve
• Ability to work in an interdisciplinary and multicultural environment

CEEW operates in a dynamic environment and the candidate will be required to show flexibility in undertaking a variety of tasks. CEEW is an equal opportunity employer. Female candidates are encouraged to apply. Compensation Competitive compensation \xe2\x80\x93 commensurate to the experience and matching the best of standards adopted by industry or other similar organizations for similar roles. Application Process Interested candidates are requested to share their curriculum vitae (CV) and cover letter explaining your interest in the position (in one document preferably PDF) by 29th February 2024. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified by us. We appreciate your interest.
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