Position: RISE Fellow- Policy Support

Organization: Shakti Sustainable Energy Foundation 

Location: Delhi

Apply: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/2926852277/

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

(1) Conduct research, conceptualize new ideas and develop briefing notes on a range of topics, including energy policy, policy programme formulation, international policy developments in the clean energy domain, technology innovation, etc.;

(2) Provide support for the production of top-notch, upstream policy knowledge products, on energy and related development issues;

(3) Develop clear and compelling presentations and written reports, for internal and external stakeholders;

(4) Track key sector developments, interventions of other actors, and international developments;

(5) Interact with a diverse set of stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES:

Qualifications:

(1) Applicants must have a Bachelors’ degree, or equivalent, in Management, Economics, Energy, Engineering, or related stream from a reputed University/ Institute;

(2) Applicants with a Masters’ degree, or equivalent, shall be at an advantage.

Experience:

(1) Minimum 8-12 years of experience in the areas of Renewable Energy or Electricity distribution/ regulation/ markets.

(2) Understanding of Renewable and Power systems, Policy, Regulatory Frameworks;

(3) Knowledge of climate change and renewable related policies, regulations, and programmes at the international, national, state and city level;

(3) Prior experience of interacting with policy, regulatory stakeholders, shall be an advantage;

Essential Skills and Competencies:

(1) Excellent written, verbal communications, and presentation skills;

(2) Ability to interact with a diverse set of external stakeholders including senior officials, and representatives from the private sector, civil society organizations, and national and international think tanks and research institutions;

(3) Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; Ability to engage with teams at all levels;

(4) Comfortable working both independently, and in collaborative team settings, managing multiple roles simultaneously;

(5) Personal qualities: Climate Optimist with a ‘Can do’ spirit, self-starter, team-player, intellectual curiosity, flexible mindset, and a passion to make a positive impact in the climate change domain.

COMPENSATION OFFERED:

Gross compensation budgeted for the position is Rs. 15-18 lacs per annum. The offer made to the selected candidate shall be commensurate with qualifications, experience, and salary history.