Programme AssociateResearch Analyst Clean Air Clean Cooking Energy Access programme
Programme AssociateResearch Analyst Clean Air Clean Cooking Energy Access programme
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Council on Energy Environment and Water (CEEW) New Delhi
Programme Associate/Research Analyst (Clean Air: Clean Cooking Energy Access programme)
Terms of Reference
At CEEW we are deliberate about what we stand for (and what we dont 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/Research Analyst
Reporting to: Senior Programme Lead
Team/Focus area: Clean Air Clean Cooking Programme
Location: Delhi
Purpose:
CEEW seeks to hire a suitable candidate as a Programme Associate/ Research Analyst to support its research programme on clean cooking energy transition under the Clean Air team. The programme is on a mission to support the universal transition of Indian households to clean cooking energy fuels with the objective of mitigating the adverse implications of solid fuel use on human and environmental health. The Councils past work on energy access clearly lays out the varied challenges to the uptake of clean cooking fuels (such as LPG and electric cooking. In its next phase the cooking energy transition programme would focus on devising suitable interventions (such as subsidy targeting devising innovative incentive mechanisms for LPG distributors or strategies to support the uptake of solar/gridpowered cooking) to address the persisting barriers and support their onground implementation.
Job Duties and Accountabilities
Research and programme assistance
Undertake qualitative and quantitative research that includes: systematic literature review and metaanalysis prepare questionnaires and other data collection/survey instruments for largescale field surveys analyse data using quantitative and qualitative tools and methods conduct stakeholders consultations and prepare highquality research reports
Networking and consultation with key players in the clean cooking ecosystem such as central and state government officials at different levels funding agencies carbon credit market and civil society organisations
Design and of primary surveys (including coordination with survey companies questionnaire designing and data quality monitoring) to collect highquality primary data on energy access
Conduct extensive quantitative analysis (statistical and econometric) using survey data administrative data and other relevant databases in R Python and other opensource software
Conduct qualitative interviews and group discussions with LPG distributors consumers using solid fuels and other key partners and stakeholders in line with planned research activities
Generation and dissemination of knowledge products by way of highquality policy reports presentations memos short reports opinion pieces videos etc. with the help of CEEWs outreach team
Proactively participate in knowledgetransfer activities including collaborative meetings conferences and training workshops with other research groups and institutions
Travel to field sites whenever necessary to conduct fieldwork including focus group discussions interviews meetings training or gather primary information
Support senior team members for important meetings and sessions prepare notes and conduct followups with concerned stakeholders as required
Selection Criteria
Education and Experience
Masters degree in economics development economics energy economics statistics public policy or related disciplines. Candidates with only under graduation in engineering/ economics/statistics with relevant research/data skills will also be considered for the research analyst position
At least 35 years of work experience in a programme associate role and at least 13 years of work experience in a research analyst role; experience in survey design/ and data analysis is strongly desirable
Familiarity with the literature on clean cooking energy transition and various quantitative and qualitative research methods is strongly desirable
Key skills
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and any statistical software (Python/R/STATA) are a must. Experience with visualisation tools like Tableau and spatial analysis tools would be a bonus.
Must have strong research skills the capability to carry out a systematic literature review and understanding of research methods
Knowledge of econometric modelling (desirable)
Excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to summarise and communicate the insights/findings as reports policy briefs and presentations.
Strong networking and interpersonal skills; ability to engage with senior officials and business leaders in the clean cooking energy access sector at the state as well as national level
Proficiency in Hindi and English
Personality
Willingness to work on multidisciplinary projects.
Willingness to learn new research and project management skills.
Ability to identify creative solutions to vexing challenges in taking policy to action.
Ability to adapt and deliver under tight deadlines in a professional environment.
Ability to effectively work in a team while being able to independently drive the work with minimum assistance.
Ability and willingness to dig deeper into details while also keeping a sense of the broader objectives and big picture.
Willingness to learn grow and develop at a 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 equalopportunity employer. Female candidates are encouraged to apply. CEEW offers competitive compensation commensurate to the experience and matching the best of standards adopted by the industry or other similar organisations for similar roles.
Compensation
Competitive compensation commensurate to the experience and matching the best of standards adopted by industry or other similar organizations for similar roles.
Application Process
CEEW is an equal opportunity employer and the selection process does not discriminate on the basis of age gender caste ethnicity religion or sexuality. Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Interested applicants are advised to apply at the earliest possible. Please note that applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
