Research Fellow (Transmission, Planning and Utilities)

Data Analysis & Technical Research New Delhi, India Mumbai, India, India Bengaluru, India, India

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Who we are and what we do?     
  
World Resources Institute (WRI) India, an independent charity legally registered as the India Resources Trust, provides objective information and practical proposals to foster environmentally sound and socially equitable development. WRI India’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. Through research, analysis, and recommendations, WRI India puts ideas into action to build transformative solutions to protect the earth, promote livelihoods, and enhance human well-being. We are inspired by and associated with WRI, a research organization. Currently over 300 researchers are working with WRI India in our offices at Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru.
 
About your role: 
 
WRI India’s Energy Program has a four-pronged strategy to support India’s transition to clean energy - Clean Energy Supply, Decarbonized Energy Consumption, Energy for Equitable Development and Energy, Minerals & Circularity. 
 
The Clean Energy Supply pillar focuses on both technology and infrastructure, as well as enabling policies, regulations and processes focused on enhancement of clean energy supply in India’s energy mix. 
 
The Research Fellow (Transmission, Planning and Utilities) will lead research on related energy transition issues at the national and state level in India. This role requires focused efforts on transmission and system planning issues that can support India’s ambitious clean energy targets, while also addressing issues of utilities, consumers and other partners. You will be a recognized expert in India’s energy sector, with experience in energy supply issues, evidenced by writing and publications. 
 
How your day will unfold: 
 
  • Lead, conduct and guide research, develop reports on transmission infrastructure – planning & economics (central and state level), integrated planning of transmission and generation, utility economics and finance, energy sector institutions & governance, and clean energy technology assessments.
  • Engage with partners in utilities, regulatory commissions, national and state agencies and ministries, academia, peer research organizations and broader civil society to share research and views.
  • Stay informed about utility, regulatory and policy trends, industry landscape and sectoral developments. 
  • Participate in partner dialogues, communicate with research partners, policymakers, business and other actors active in India’s energy transition, and represent WRI India on clean energy supply and transition issues.
  • Identify the development of new research areas, with actionable project plans and raise resources for impactful projects on India’s clean energy transition particularly in the transmission sector.
  • Assist with project-relevant articles and other communication documents.
  • Ensuring submission of deliverables and regular updates to donors and partners.
  • Support coordination and dissemination of training and capacity building activities.
  • Support the organizing of internal and external meetings, workshops, conferences, and other dissemination activities. 
 
Qualifications and Requirements we seek: 
 
  • Master’s degree with a specialization in engineering / energy / science / management / economics or related field is expected. A PhD would be desirable.
  • Minimum 8-10 years of relevant full-time work experience in the energy sector with deep experience with energy supply and transition issues, including renewable energy policies & regulations, transmission and distribution issues, tariff design, integrated planning, capacity building and energy governance.
  • Understanding of energy policy and sustainability trends, both globally and in India.
  • Demonstrated experience with excellence in research, project management and delivering results.
  • Excellent qualitative or quantitative research and writing skills
  • Communications and interpersonal skills and the ability to work with teams of individuals and colleagues
  • Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Experience in writing policy briefs/publications and delivering presentations. 
 
Salary & Benefits: INR 20,00,000- INR 24,00,000 
 
Salary shall be commensurate with experience and skills. WRI offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package. 
 
Duration: 1 year as term hire (extendable based on performance and project requirements)
 
List of Documents to be attached:  
  • Cover Letter (outlining your interest and suitability for the position)
  • Resume
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.   
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) @WRI India  
WRI India values and promotes diversity, equity and inclusion across all areas of our work and workforce. Integrating these values into our actions fosters a progressive and collaborative culture and can also enhance our impact.  It is our responsibility to create a welcoming working environment for people of diverse cultures, backgrounds and experience to learn together. We are responsible for fostering a safe and inclusive workplace where questions, concerns and information about diversity, equity and inclusion are part of our ongoing dialogue and development.  
Learn more about WRI India’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Click Here  

People-centric to the core:

We keep our people at the centre of everything we do - from a welcoming work environment to benefits and a culture that encourages staff to stay healthy, happy, engaged, and growing.  
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 well-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.  
Click here to know more about our benefits Careers | WRI INDIA (wri-india.org)  
Equal employment @WRI India  
We believe in equal employment, it is our policy to recruit, and provide opportunities for advancement in all job classifications without regard to caste, religion, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, parental status, or disability. 

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