Lead - Research & Public Policy - Consulting Firm (7-10 yrs)
Job Duties and Accountabilities :
Research :
- To conceptualize new research ideas that are aligned with the program objectives.
- To develop a series of publications including policy briefs, reports, as well as high-quality peer-reviewed national and international journals.
- To verify data provided by research analysts/program associates, and evaluate, organize, analyse and extrapolate the data using multiple statistical tools.
- To keep a tab on the policy developments in India, and provide analytical inputs, comments, and responses as required
Research Management :
- Take ownership of specific projects and provide supervisory support to other projects.
- Proactively manage project deliverables, resources within time, and budgets.
- Fundraise for new projects, and manage donor relations associated with the programme.
- Support effective communication of research outputs, through close coordination with outreach team, engagement with wider network of stakeholders, and concerned policymakers.
- Support senior team members for important meetings and sessions, prepare notes, and conduct follow-ups, as required.
- Oversee and support team members to help them deliver their best.
Engagement :
- To engage extensively with government ministries and departments both at the national and state level .
- To present research to key constituencies, advisory bodies, research institutes.
- To develop research networks locally, nationally and internationally in support of research programs.
- To develop strong relationships with government agencies, funders, and strategic partners .
Selection Criteria :
Education :
- Master's or PhD degree with specialisation in engineering, economics, public policy, law or related field.
- Should have a strong research background, including an understanding of analytical and experimental research
- Familiarity and a high degree of comfort with quantitative skills and analyses .
Business experience :
- At least seven to ten years of relevant work experience in the field of research, policy engagement and project management, preferably in the area energy policy, and/or renewable energy technologies.
- Strong track record of project management and timely delivery of outputs
- Experience in dealing with public and private institutions.
- Building relationships with collaborators and government stakeholders.
Skills :
- Deep understanding of the energy and power sector in India .
- Strong analytic skills including quantitative research skills (use of R, Stata, SPSS, Python or such software).
- Excellent written and oral communication skills .
- Relevant publications in peer-reviewed journals/book chapters.
- Desirable: Knowledge of behavioural economics/science.
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