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Council on Energy Environment and Water (CEEW) New Delhi
Research Analyst (Agricultural Economic Modelling)
Terms of Reference
At CEEW we are deliberate about what we stand for (and what we dont stand for! as an employer. We are proud to build careers in public policy and social impact.
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 ambitious 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: Research Analyst
Team/Focus Area: Low Carbon Economy
Reporting to: Programme Associate
Job Location: New Delhi
Purpose
CEEWseeks to hire a suitable candidate for the position of Research Analyst toexpand its work in the area of the low carbon economy particularly in the evolving field of AFOLU (Agriculture Forestry and Other Land Use) sector. Our programme of work on policy analysis is driven by the broader objective of supporting Indias energy and climate policy through evidencebasedunbiased research and cuttingedge analytical approaches. The candidate should have a strong interest in climate policy issues and an inclination towards sustainable agriculture and landuse emissions approaches. Prior knowledge in Integrated Assessment Modelling will be an advantage.
Job Duties and Accountabilities
Research
To conduct an indepth modelling exercise (using GCAM) focussing on a particular theme of the AFOLU sector using relevant tools and software
To develop research projects to strengthen and expand the existing programme of research with a particular focus on the AFOLU sector
To survey and analyse the research data using different data analysis software and tools
To publish in highquality peerreviewed national and international journals
To present research to key constituencies advisory bodies conferences & research institutes
To develop research networks locally nationally and internationally in support of research programmes
To extrapolate and verify data provided by research analysts/programme officers evaluate organise and edit the data into comprehensive standard report forms
To develop surveys and questionnaires and to collect collate and analyse responses using different data analysis software and tools
To keep a tab on the policy developments in India and across key countries of the world on AFOLU energy and climate policy
To write research reports/papers
To generate knowledge content blogs and policy briefs in regular intervals
To engage with relevant stakeholders represent organisation and attend conferences and sessions relevant to climate policy
To travel to project sites when required to conduct interviews or collect data for different research projects
Selection Criteria
Education
Masters degree with specialisation in agriculture agricultural economics forestry or related field
Should have a strong inclination towards research including an understanding of experimental and analytical research
Familiarity with quantitative skills and a high degree of comfort with quantitative and qualitative analysis
Main skills
Basic understanding of the AFOLU sector is essential
Strong analytic skills including programming knowledge of R/Python
Strong networking and business development skills
Ability to conduct technoeconomic analysis cost & benefit analysis sound knowledge of basic economic principles
Good written and oral communication skills; Good report writing skills
Ability to use MS Office application suit 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 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
Compensation
Application Process
CEEW is an equalopportunity employer and the selection process does not discriminate based on age gender ethnicity religion or caste. Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
