WRI Indonesia Careers

Program Overview

The Climate Program at WRI focuses on the technical, economic, and social benefits of climate action, as well as the cost of inaction to support country transitions toward net zero emissions as outlined in the Paris Agreement, that is just, inclusive and leave no one behind. At the global level, we are working on several main areas: (1) stepping up national climate action while building economies that are cleaner, more equitable and offer better quality of jobs; (2) advancing international climate action through international cooperation on climate change to implement the Paris Agreement and make ambitious, equitable climate action a reality; (3) providing national governments, cities and companies with tools and resources to track progress toward their climate goals and strengthen accountability for existing climate commitments; and (4) tracking progress toward climate goals and supporting equity and development goals in the transition to a net zero emissions while ensuring that the transition will bring more just and equitable society.

At national level we work collaboratively with the government to design ambitious climate action plans that align with long-term climate goals and national development plans through research, policymaking processes, and climate negotiations. We also support businesses, civil society, local governments, and other non-state actors as they pursue their own emissions-reduction and adaptation goals. We have built various climate tools to inform good decision making and ensure accountability for existing commitments, as well as tracking progress on climate action.

Currently, we are working in several areas to increase climate ambition at national, regional and global level. As Indonesia has committed to reduce GHG emissions by 31.89% (unconditional) and 43.2% (conditional) by 2030, there are several initiatives within WRI Indonesia which require leadership role and specific expertise on climate financing, including to improve Indonesia long term climate action strategy, preparing the 2nd National Determined Contributions (NDC), leverage climate ambitions on Indonesia-China trade cooperation – focusing on two commodities, i.e. palm oil and nickel, and raising climate ambition and developing low carbon and net zero emissions strategies at provincial level.

WRI Indonesia also has been officially included as member of the Energy Efficiency and Electrification Working Group within JETP Secretariat. The working group will focus on providing expertise and recommendations to JETP on improving energy efficiency for both demand and supply side and expanding electrification for transport (EV ecosystem), urban building, and industry. One of its task is to develop a financial strategy and investment plan that outlines the estimated costs of implementing the proposed energy efficiency and electrification projects/ programs to achieve net zero target, including to assess bankability and propose options for financing projects under the Energy Efficiency and Electrification Working Group, in collaboration with other working group members.

Job Highlight

The Climate Finance and Sustainable Trade Senior Lead will play pivotal role in driving initiatives related to sustainable trade, climate finance and sustainable investment in Indonesia, within the climate-energy-cities and ocean deputyship at WRI Indonesia. He/She will be responsible for leading, implementing and managing projects that contribute to the organization’s goals of fostering sustainability, climate ambitions, and resilience in trade and investment practices between Indonesia and other countries at regional and global level.

This position will be based in Jakarta with office-flex working arrangement, report directly to the Climate Manager while working closely and collaboratively with the rest of the WRI Indonesia, WRI Global and Regional team, as well as country partners, national and sub-national government, partners, communities, and donors. 

What You Will Do

Project Management (50%)

• Daily lead and manage Indonesia – China sustainable trade project and oversee project team to ensure the timely and high-quality delivery of project outputs.
• Co-lead and co-manage other climate projects including 2050 is Now project, just transition and raising climate ambitions within WRI Indonesia climate portfolio.
• Develop effective collaboration and coordination with other staff across WRI Indonesia, WRI Global and other International Offices, government partners at regional, national, and sub-national, development partners, donors/ funders and civil society.
• Provide guidance and lead in organizing internal and external meetings, workshops, conferences and other implementation activities.
• Monitor budget spending of the project to ensure an efficient and timely use of the available funding, supported by the operations team.
• Contribute to the development of funding project proposals, and communication and knowledge products with manager guideline.
• Responsible in developing project planning and monitoring as well as formulating project reports for funders and other relevant stakeholders as needed. 

Research (30%).

• Lead and develop robust and unbiased research products that help tackle complex issues of climate change, climate finance and sustainability, green economy, decarbonization and road to net zero emissions to inform relevant policymakers and other key stakeholders.
• Analyze baseline and develop recommendations to accelerate low carbon transition by decarbonizing carbon embedded in trade flows between Indonesia and China, specific to selected commodities such as nickel and palmoil, but not limited to be expanded to other commodities as needed.
• Develop capacity of WRI Indonesia institutional knowledge on climate change policy, climate finance, green economy, low carbon development and decarbonizing issues.
• Contribute in designing Indonesia climate action target, green economy, climate finance, carbon pricing, as well as long term climate strategies and other commitments such as the National Determined Contributions (NDC) that is aligned with the national development plans
• Provide expertise and contribute to develop financial strategy and investment plan for the proposed energy efficiency and electrification projects/programs, including to analyze bankability of the proposed projects/programs under the Energy Efficiency and Electrification Working Group of the JETP Secretariat.
• Support WRI Indonesia Climate portfolio in international and national climate policy analysis, and providing evidence-based policy recommendations as needed on climate actions and strategies. 
• Develop knowledge products on climate finance, green economy, low carbon development and decarbonization action at national and regional level with manager guidance and support.
• Support in providing analytical and substantive materials on climate finance, green economy and decarbonization strategy that can be used for resource mobilization.

Stakeholder Engagement (20%)

• Develop stakeholder engagement strategy as necessary in coordination with Climate Manager
• Cultivate relationship and network to expand the audiences of climate portfolio knowledge products and outreach, and the uptake of the research products produced by WRI Indonesia.
• Lead the execution of the engagement and/or partnership strategy with relevant stakeholders including national and local government, NGOs, private sector, and others
• Provide leadership to the development of outreach materials as well as implementation of general outreach and capacity building as necessary
• Represent the projects team on internal forum and WRI Indonesia in relevant international and national events related to projects topic with support from Climate Manager

What You Will Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Climate Finance, Sustainable Development, Trade and Investment, Environment Engineering, Energy Management, Urban Planning, or related field of study
• Minimum 5 (five) years of professional working experience in sustainable development, green economy, climate finance or trade and investment
• Previous experience with stakeholder engagement, organizing meetings with excellent understanding of Indonesia’s climate change, low carbon development and sustainable development.
• knowledgeable at using project management best practices and experience in managing donor relationships.
• Intermediate in the use of a range of productivity tools for project management, team collaboration, and financial tracking and analysis.
• Ability to identify project risks and possible mitigation strategies. Implements mitigation strategies on minor risks; seeks support for major risks.
• Strong Excel and Power Point skills
• Strong research skills and having knowledge / enthusiast on modeling.
• Ability to communicate research approach and findings effectively to technical audiences with limited support from manager, using compelling presentation skills.
• Business proficiency in Bahasa Indonesia and English on both verbal and written communications
• Articulate, versatile, skilled writer with professional writing experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced office environment, both independently and as part of a global team.
• Excellent inter-personal communication skills, including the ability to encourage collaboration with other programs, international offices, and partners.
• Adaptable to rapidly changing priorities and able to manage multiple deadlines and deliver high quality work products;
• Ability and willingness to travel when needed.
• Legally able to work in Indonesia.

Performance Standards

• Project management, research and stakeholder engagement activities are carried out timely and satisfactory with minor supervision.
• Uses positive influence to improve communications among team, partners and donors.
• Promotes a culture of teamwork that balance individual initiative with team accomplishments.
• Employs collaborative and consultative approaches to problem solving.

Contract Arrangement

Full-time with fixed-term employment agreement for 9 (nine) months period with 3 (three) months of consultancy contract apply before the fixed-term employment agreement started.

What we offer

• Salary that is commensurate with experience and skills
• Competitive and comprehensive benefit package
• Access to the WRI global network
• Opportunity to join and/or get involved in different working groups
• A workplace that strives to put diversity and inclusion at the heart of our work
• A chance to have an impact and to develop your career within a mission driven organization

Must have authorization to work in Indonesia to be eligible for this position.

Final candidates might be required to take a writing test and to produce two writing samples when needed.

How to apply: In order to be formally considered, please submit an updated resume and cover letter through WRI career portal.

Application close: 1700 (DKI Jakarta local time), 30 April 2024. We will close the advert earlier when the best candidates are identified at earlier dates. 

This is a locally engaged position; Indonesian nationals are encouraged to apply.

About Us

Founded in 1982, World Resources Institute (WRI) is an independent, nonprofit global research organization that turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity, and human well-being. We are working to address seven critical challenges that the world must overcome this decade to secure a sustainable future for people and the planet: climate change, energy, food, forests, water, sustainable cities, and the ocean. WRI has a global staff of over 1,800 people with work spanning 60 countries. We have offices in Africa, Brazil, China, Europe, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Colombia and the United States, as well as a growing presence in other countries and regions.  

The foundation of our work is delivering high-quality research, data, maps, and analysis to solve the world’s greatest environment and international development challenges and improve people’s lives. We work with leaders in government, business, and civil society to drive ambitious action and create change on the ground. Equally important, we bring together partners to develop breakthrough ideas and scale-up solutions for far-reaching, enduring impact.

Our mission and values:

WRI’s mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earth’s environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations.

Our values are shared ideals that bind us together: Integrity, Innovation, Urgency, Independence, Respect. 

Our culture:

WRI is committed to advancing gender and social equity for human well-being in our mission and applies this principle to our organizational and programmatic practices. We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, we embrace all diversity and encourage women, gender diverse communities, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply. Recognizing our strong commitment to gender equality, WRI has also been awarded EDGE certification.

WRI Indonesia is national entity (Yayasan) associated with the World Resources Institute (WRI), a global environmental research organization that turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity, and human well-being. WRI work with various stakeholders in the natural resources sector to support policy and management that are both profitable and sustainable. WRI work with leaders in more than 50 countries for more than 30 years, with offices in Brazil, China, Europe, India, Indonesia, Mexico, and the United States.

Launched in early 2014, WRI Indonesia builds on WRI’s 10-year history in the country, and strengthens our impact on the ground. In the short-to-medium term, WRI Indonesia aims to expand its presence and portfolio to include projects in the climate, energy, as well as city and transportation programs.