Specialist – Energy, Innovation And Climate Change

 WWF-India is looking for a dynamic and motivated individual to contribute to and deliver on WWF-India’s Climate Change and Energy agenda, which focuses on promoting renewable energy and overall low carbon development strategies, climate innovation, climate policy, climate change and cities, and impacts of climate change on ecosystems and species. The incumbent is expected to have ability to multi-task and display strong result-oriented approach.

Roles & Responsibilities:-

• Develop, and contribute to research activities and technical analysis related to climate change and energy such as climate innovation, scaling up of renewable energy, energy efficiency, low carbon development, renewable energy impacts on biodiversity, etc
• Developing policy/advocacy strategies related to energy and climate change issues at the state and national level
• Contribute to field projects/activities on renewable energy promotion and improved energy access, and assist in scaling up of field initiatives
• Organizing workshops/meetings, preparing background documents and other relevant documents for wider dissemination and outreach.
• Responsible for meeting technical and financial reporting requirements for projects, as well as contribute to project related activities ongoing in the CCE division.

Qualifications And Experience:-

• Master’s Degree in Energy/ Climate Science/ Environmental Science/ / Natural Sciences or related disciplines, from a recognized university OR  M. Tech. in Energy/ Environment Engineering/ climate change or related disciplines, from a recognized university.
• Minimum of 5-6 years of experience in the area of Energy, Innovation and Climate Change (candidates with lesser experience could be considered for the position of Senior Programme Officer).
• Experience of working with stakeholders in the Govt. and industry, esp. small and medium enterprises and startups
• Knowledge and proven experience of proposal and technical report writing shall be an added advantage.

Key Skills:-

• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Good communication, project execution & planning skills.
• Excellent inter-personal and team skills and ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
• Ability to multi-task and display strong result-oriented approach.