Research Analyst (Carbon Markets)

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

Research Analyst, Low-Carbon Economy(Carbon Markets)

Terms of Reference

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

• We provide a safe space for all

• At CEEW, your life is your example for others

Designation Offered: Research Analyst

Reporting to: Programme Associate

Job Location: New Delhi

Purpose

CEEW seeks to hire a motivated and suitable candidate for the position of Research Analyst in the Low Carbon Economy vertical to support and drive the team’s working in the evolving field of carbon markets. The team’s carbon markets work stream aims to inform and evaluate carbon pricing policies designed to support the energy transition in India. CEEW work is driven by evidence-based unbiased research and cutting-edge analytical approaches. The candidate should have a strong interest in climate policy issues, along with a strong inclination towards exploring market-based policy approaches that can drive decarbonization.

Job Duties and Accountabilities

Research

● To study existing literature and build analytical understanding about carbon markets, including both voluntary and compliance-based carbon markets.

● To conduct an in-depth analysis of historical market trends of different market-based instruments using relevant tools and software.

● To develop research projects and proposals to strengthen and expand existing and new research focused on carbon markets.

● To develop surveys and analyse research data using different data analysis software and tools.

● To publish research in high quality peer reviewed national and international journals.

● To present research at 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 keep a tab on the policy developments in India and across key countries of the world on energy and climate policy.

● To keep abreast of developments in the Indian carbon market and the wider international carbon pricing landscape.

● To write research reports/papers/briefing notes.

● To generate knowledge content – blogs, policy briefs in regular intervals.

● To travel to project sites, when required, to conduct interviews or collect data for different research projects.

Engagement and Events

● To engage with relevant stakeholders; attend and represent organisation at conferences and sessions, relevant to climate policy.

● To plan, manage and execute physical or virtual events led by CEEW with relevant external stakeholders. This includes absorbing logistical duties linked to event management.

● Support the team with outreach and maintaining systematic record of engagements.

Selection Criteria

Education

● Master’s degree with specialisation in environmental economics, public policy, environmental studies, corporate sustainability or related field.

● Should have a strong inclination towards research, including an understanding of experimental and analytical research.

● Familiarity with quantitative skills and high degree of comfort with quantitative and qualitative analysis.

Experience

● 1.5 – 3 years of experience in the field of carbon market research or a similar field is preferred.

Main skills

● Good understanding about carbon markets concepts and policy frameworks is essential.

● Strong critical thinking and analytic skills.

● Strong networking and engagement skills.

● Strong written and oral communication skills.

● Strong writing skills for reports / issue briefs / blogs.

● Strong MS Office application skills.

● Preferable is candidates have sound econometric and statistical skills.

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 deep, while also keeping a sense of the broader objectives and big picture.

● Willingness to learn, grow and develop in personal and professional facets, at a rapid pace.

● Ability to work in an interdisciplinary, multicultural environment and be respectful of sensitivities.

Compensation

CEEW offers 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, ethnicity, religion, or caste. Female candidates are encouraged to apply.