Senior Program Associate Batteries
Senior Program Associate Batteries
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Senior Program Associate Batteries
Who we are and what we do
WRI India an independent charity legally registered as the India Resources Trust provides objective information and practical proposals to foster environmentally sound and socially equitable development. WRI Indias mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earths environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations. Through research analysis and recommendations WRI India puts ideas into action to build transformative solutions to protect the earth promote livelihoods and enhance human wellbeing.
We are inspired by and associated with World Resources Institute (WRI) a global research organization. Currently over 150 researchers are working with WRI India in our offices at Delhi Mumbai and Bengaluru.
About your role:
The Electric Mobility program at WRI India aims to accelerate transport electrification in India to reduce urban air pollution and support the decarbonization of the sector. We work with national and state level governments industry stakeholders and technical bodies across a range of projects spanning from research to policy formulation and onground implementation. With the growing impetus from the Government of India on the transition to electric vehicles the EMobility team at WRI India offers an exciting and challenging work experience in which dynamic individuals will be able to thrive and grow.
As part of the electric mobility program WRI India undertakes indepth research and projects on advanced batteries to support the development of a sustainable indigenous and circular battery value chain in India.
This position is for a Senior Project Associate with the batteries team at WRI India. The role offers a mix of research development and stakeholder engagement and we are looking for an experienced professional to help lead our initiatives. Responsibilities of the position are provided below.
As part of the electric mobility program WRI India undertakes indepth research and projects on advanced batteries to support the development of a sustainable indigenous and circular battery value chain in India.
This position is for a Senior Project Associate with the batteries team at WRI India. The role offers a mix of research development and stakeholder engagement and we are looking for an experienced professional to help lead our initiatives. Responsibilities of the position are provided below.
How your day will unfold:
Research development 40:
Undertake primary and/or secondary research to develop analyses and recommendations for the battery value chain in India
Produce highquality written products and analyses (e.g. technical notes policy briefs infographics) independently and as part of a larger team
Coordinate ongoing research and project initiatives to ensure timely delivery and high quality of outputs
Synthesize existing research to produce cohesive slide decks and short notes to explain important concepts and perspectives
Be up to date on the latest technologies policies and initiatives in the battery sector
Stakeholder engagement 60:
Engage with relevant government industry academia and civil society stakeholders to communicate WRI Indias research and for knowledge exchange
Onboard new members (industry academia etc. for the Battery360 Alliance
Coordinate the technical content development and quality assurance processes for the Battery360 Alliance website newsletters and social media channels
Liaise with academic experts industry players and other potential partners to seek collaborations and undertake joint projects
Present insights/ findings on behalf of WRI India at relevant multistakeholder forums
Work with team members to organize events workshops webinars etc. and develop presentations/discussion materials to present WRI Indias work externally
Undertake primary and/or secondary research to develop analyses and recommendations for the battery value chain in India
Produce highquality written products and analyses (e.g. technical notes policy briefs infographics) independently and as part of a larger team
Coordinate ongoing research and project initiatives to ensure timely delivery and high quality of outputs
Synthesize existing research to produce cohesive slide decks and short notes to explain important concepts and perspectives
Be up to date on the latest technologies policies and initiatives in the battery sector
Stakeholder engagement 60:
Engage with relevant government industry academia and civil society stakeholders to communicate WRI Indias research and for knowledge exchange
Onboard new members (industry academia etc. for the Battery360 Alliance
Coordinate the technical content development and quality assurance processes for the Battery360 Alliance website newsletters and social media channels
Liaise with academic experts industry players and other potential partners to seek collaborations and undertake joint projects
Present insights/ findings on behalf of WRI India at relevant multistakeholder forums
Work with team members to organize events workshops webinars etc. and develop presentations/discussion materials to present WRI Indias work externally
Qualifications and Requirements we seek:
Masters degree in relevant engineering disciplines (or a business administration masters with relevant undergraduate engineering degree) with excellent academic track record
47 years of work experience with at least 2 years in the battery sector in India
Impeccable writing and verbal skills in English to coherently convey complex information to a technical and policy audience
Strong people management skills and ability to network
Experience in writing reports briefs and academic papers is a must
Deep knowledge of electric mobility and renewable energy is necessary and familiarity with public policy is desirable
Ability to receive and incorporate constructive feedback effectively
Able to juggle multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines
Entrepreneurial attitude to handle challenging tasks and ability to take accountability
Should be selfmotivated with a strong work ethic and be able to lead and undertake initiatives with minimal supervision
Ability to work well in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams
Salary and Benefits:toINR CTC Per Annum
Salary shall be commensurate with experience and skills. WRI offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package.
Duration:1 yearsas term hire (extendable based on performance and project requirements)
Location: New Delhi/ Bangalore/ Mumbai India
Start date:As soon as possible
List of Documents to be attached:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) @WRI India
WRI India values and promotes diversity equity and inclusion across all areas of our work and workforce. Integrating these values into our actions fosters a progressive and collaborative culture and can also enhance our impact. It is our responsibility to create a welcoming working environment for people of diverse cultures backgrounds and experience to learn together. We are responsible for fostering a safe and inclusive workplace where questions concerns and information about diversity equity and inclusion are part of our ongoing dialogue and development.
Learn more about WRI Indias commitment to Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI).Click Here
Peoplecentric to the core:
We keep our people at the centre of everything we do from a welcoming work environment to benefits and a culture that encourages staff to stay healthy happy engaged and growing.
Some of the nonmonetary benefits that our staff get:
Health benefits:We cover health insurance for you and your loved ones for up to INR 8 lakhs
Health benefits:We cover health insurance for you and your loved ones for up to INR 8 lakhs
Term Insurance:Our term insurance policy covers life coverage of 50 lakhs per staffmember
Employee Assistance program:Promoting mental wellbeing and supporting staff in achieving a satisfying worklife balance
Health & Nutrition:Personalized diet recommendation from a certified dietitian based on the physical health condition and lifestyle
Flexible work schedule:Alternative work arrangements for all who are eligible by nature of their job
Learning culture: Workshops and trainings to empower staff encourage new learning opportunities
Rest and Recharge weeks:We encourage staff to take time off to rest rejuvenate upskill and pursue their interests.
Our leave policy:Avail personal time off at 36 per year along with public holidays maternity paternity and adoption leaves.
Click here to know more about our benefitsCareers WRI INDIA (wriindia)
Equal employment @WRI India
We believe in equal employment it is our policy to recruit and provide opportunities for advancement in all job classifications without regard to caste religion sex age marital status sexual orientation parental status or disability.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
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