How your day will unfold:
- Conduct in-depth analysis on green jobs, workforce transition, and skilling frameworks and policies in important sectors such as renewable energy, automotive, textiles.
- Design and pilot skilling models that align with industry needs and ensure workforce preparedness for a low-carbon future.
- Engage with government agencies, industry bodies, educational institutions, and international organizations to inform skilling frameworks and skilling programs that support green skilling.
- Develop high-quality reports, policy briefs, and recommendations to influence decision-making at national and sub-national levels.
- Organize workshops, training sessions, and partner consultations to lead collaboration and knowledge-sharing.
Qualifications and Requirements we seek:
Education & Experience
- Master s degree in Public Policy, Economics, Environmental Studies, Labour Economics, Education, or a related field.
- 4-7 years of relevant experience in workforce development, skilling programs, employment policy, or sustainable economic transitions.
- Experience working with government institutions, international agencies, or private sector partners on skilling and employment-related projects.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong analytical and research skills with experience in policy analysis and program design.
- Knowledge of labor market trends, vocational education frameworks, and sustainability-driven employment opportunities.
- Expertise in data collection, analysis, and interpretation, especially related to employment trends and workforce transition
- Experience handling large datasets and applying quantitative and qualitative research methodologies.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop compelling reports and presentations.
- Project management experience, including partner engagement and coordination.
- Experience with environmental sustainability and a commitment to promoting equitable workforce transitions.
Why Join Us
- Set the Benchmark for Research Excellence:At WRI India, we uphold the highest standards of research quality, driving insights that inform positive, scalable change.
- Collaborate with a Passionate, Supportive Team:Join bright, committed colleagues who are united by a shared passion for solving complex challenges.
- Access a Global Network of Experts:Engage with a diverse, international network of thought leaders and experts who bring innovative economic approaches to bear on real-world policy questions.
- Innovate for People, Nature, and Climate: We operate at the nexus of people, nature, and climate where we apply pioneering economic models and creative problem-solving to address multifaceted challenges, ensuring holistic, equitable and sustainable outcomes.
- Make a Tangible Difference:Your research will transcend academic insights to drive decisions that affect millions of lives. Join us and be a catalyst for change, championing sustainable progress on a global scale.
