Job Description

NCAER's vision is to be a leading economics and public policy think tank at the cutting edge of delivering products of high quality, relevance, and impact. We believe we can make that vision a reality by providing empirical evidence and analysis that is so compelling that it drives policy and program change that transforms the lives of people who live in poverty and empower them to change their lives for the future. So, if you're passionate about helping others, using credible evidence to do so, and want to help us drive positive change, come and join us.

Job description

The Strategic Associate works closely with the DG of NCAER in every aspect of his managerial and research responsibilities, including strategic planning, written and oral communication, programme development and monitoring, board operations, fundraising, staffing, legal matters and financial management. You will be a lead part of the Director General's front office, working with ease with NCAER co-workers at all levels, and often shadowing the Director General's work. This high-energy and high-commitment position will allow you to immerse yourself fully in a comprehensive management, research, strategic, and operational experience of running one of India's largest and most respected economics think tanks. The position offers unique opportunities for learning by doing as you work side by side with the Director General in meeting major institutional challenges and in making NCAER's vision come alive every day in some form or the other.

Responsibilities

Working closely with the Director General, formulate, implement, monitor and evaluate strategic, institutional initiatives and projects of an immediate-, medium- or long-term nature

Help the Director General manage and develop donor, client, and sponsor relationships

Research and prepare briefs, background papers, speeches, and presentations for the Director General

Support the Director General with NCAER's external outreach and communication work through the print and digital media, seminars, conferences, and media events

Help the Director General anticipate issues, concerns, and risks across other functions

Work seamlessly with NCAER's senior professors, staff, consultants, and vendors to ensure coordination, collaboration, and communication with them

Perform other functions as may be assigned by the Director General

Qualifications and skills

Masters degree or equivalent experience in economics, law, public policy, or business management. PhD will be preferred but not essential

Strong written and oral skills in English language

Research and problem solving skills in economics, law, or public policy

An obsession for excellence and attention to detail without missing the big picture and a rapid learner

Able to work hours commensurate with the DG's responsibilities and timelines and manage work pressure

Strong project management skills, ability to multitask, excellent working knowledge of IT, digital platforms and use of AI

Able to exercise sound judgment in complex ethical, institutional and social situations; sensitive to and able to champion diversity issues

Compensation

A salary that is competitive and commensurate with your abilities and experience

Appointment

Your appointment will be initially for three years subject to renewal based on performance. There could be opportunities to move to other verticals. If interested you should email your CV indicating qualifications, experience, names of three references, and current compensation to

hr@ncaer.org

with the subject line

"Strategic Associate to the Director General"

by

February 5, 2026

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Job Overview


Job Posted


19 Jan, 2026
Job Expires in


05 Feb, 2026
Education


Masters degree or equivalent experience in economics, law, public policy, or business management. PhD will be preferred but not essential
Location


NCAER, New Delhi