- WRI India seeks a motivated Program Associate to work on diverse projects that will work in various sectors and domains ranging across sustainable transportation
- The ideal candidate should possess skills in quantitative and qualitative research, and mapping and spatial analysis
- Candidates who have research experience on one or more of the following areas - sustainable mobility, electric mobility, urban and transport policies, and planning frameworks, will be preferred
- The goal is to generate new research, analysis, and evidence to inform policy and practice for sustainable mobility
How your day will unfold:
- Assist the Project Manager for research on electric mobility, and work closely with team members and collaborators within and outside WRI on all aspects of project research, documentation, and administration
- Take charge of various technical aspects of project delivery, such as government interfacing, partner management, people engagement, project documentation, event management, etc
- Organize, review, and summarize relevant literature and data from multiple sources, under the guidance of the Project lead and team
- Synthesize recommendations into clear and compelling presentations and written reports
- Conduct data exploration, quantitative research and provide analytical solutions and insights to meet project outputs
- Support and work on project-related presentations, commentaries, blogs and op-eds, reports, policy briefs, grant proposals, working papers and articles to share and disseminate findings and analysis with different stakeholders
- Contribute and engage with WRI s research community in India and globally.
- Design and create innovative problem-solving approaches to effectively address key questions and challenges posed by our research goals and program objectives.
- Contribute to written outputs, including peer-reviewed articles, WRI working papers, and blog posts
Qualifications and requirements we seek:
- A Masters or higher degree in relevant sector (sustainability, electric mobility, urban planning) and a good understanding of the electric mobility eco-system in India.
- 2-4 years of full-time experience in relevant sectors. Preference will be given to candidates having prior experience on working in the sustainable mobility space.
- Be we'll-versed with the analytical tools, computer software(GIS), literature, and current developments in the areas of electric mobility, energy, and transport.
- Important attributes for this position are innovativeness, independence, confidence, passion, analytical mindset, structured thinking, research-oriented, team-player, strong communication skills
- Good writing and communication skills; strong grasp of Hindi in addition to English is preferred, knowledge of any other regional language will be a plus.
- Willing to travel across different cities in Bihar as needed.
- Shortlisted candidates will be required to take a writing test.
Some of the non-monetary benefits that our staff get:
Health benefits: We cover health insurance for you and your loved ones for up to INR 8 lakhs
Term Insurance: Our term insurance policy covers life coverage of 50 lakhs per staff member
Employee Assistance program: Promoting mental we'll-being and supporting staff in achieving a satisfying work-life balance
Health & Nutrition: Personalized diet recommendation from a certified dietitian based on the physical health condition and lifestyle
Flexible work schedule: Alternative work arrangements for all who are eligible by nature of their job
Learning culture : Workshops and trainings to empower staff, encourage new learning opportunities
Rest and Recharge weeks: We encourage staff to take time off to rest, rejuvenate, upskill, and pursue their interests.
Our leave policy: Avail personal time off at 36 per year, along with public holidays, maternity, paternity, and adoption leaves.
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