Research Analyst Clean Air

Council on
Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW), New Delhi

Research Analyst – Clean Air

Terms of reference

At CEEW, we are deliberate about what we stand for (and what
we don’t 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 above -market remuneration

●       We provide a safe space for all

●       At CEEW, your life is your example for others

Designation offered

Research Analyst

Team/ Focus area

Risks and Adaptation –
Clean Air

Location

New Delhi, India

Reporting to

Programme Associate

Purpose

CEEW seeks to hire a Research Analyst with
good data analysis skills to join the Clean Air team. The role will further
help CEEW’s Clean Air team raise the bar. The role primarily involves analysing
sustainability reports of Indian companies to track their progress in improving
their air emissions. 

 The
candidate is expected to have good data analysis and presentation skills.

In addition to the
duties and responsibilities below, the individual should be prepared, as and
when necessary, to take on additional responsibilities.

Job duties and accountabilities

Primary Responsibilities

Research

●       Independently
manage allocated workstreams on quantitative and quantitative applied research
on air quality issues in India.

●       Identifying
key research question(s), designing the research approach/framework, collection
of data and data analyses using appropriate qualitative and/or quantitative,
and presenting the analyses in a coherent narrative in different formats such
as journal publications, reports, op -ed articles, and consultation meetings.

●       Regularly
track policy measures taken by the government and their implementation status
that concern air quality in India and globally.

●       Generate
high -quality research reports, policy briefs and publications in leading
peer -reviewed journals. Generate other knowledge products such as blogs, policy
briefs, etc., at regular intervals.

Programme assistance

●       Support
the senior researchers in conceptualising new projects, developing high -impact
research proposals, stakeholder engagement events and applications for research
and general donor funding.

●       Support
effective outreach of research outputs through coordination with the outreach
team, engagement with a broader network of stakeholders, and concerned
policymakers.

●       Participate
in relevant conferences, workshops, and training programmes for a comprehensive
understanding of developments relevant to the air quality sector.

Selection Criteria

Qualification

Bachelors/Masters degree in Public
Policy, Sustainable Finance, Environmental Engineering, and related fields.

Work
experience

●       0 -1 years of experience.

Key skills

●       Ability
to work with either Excel or code in a programming language.

●       Ability to present the work in a lucid manner.

●       Creative thinker with demonstrated success in
implementing out -of -the -box content ideas.

●       Demonstrated abilities to manage multiple
priorities, projects and internal/external resources in a fast -paced
environment, while meeting deadlines and quality standards.

●       Strong drive and initiative, a self -starter.

Desirable
skills

●       Prior experience in
analysing the environmental performance of companies.

●       An understanding of
environmental disclosure frameworks.

“If
you are passionate about cleaning India’s air and If you can turn air quality
data into actionable insights, then we would definitely consider hiring you! If
you can collaborate closely with others to make this happen, you are probably
the candidate we are looking for.”

CEEW operates in a dynamic
environment and the candidate will be required to show flexibility in
undertaking a variety of tasks.

Compensation

Competitive compensation –
commensurate to the experience and matching the best standards adopted by the
industry or other similar organisations 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.

Only shortlisted candidates will
be notified by us. We appreciate your interest.