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.

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, sectoral mitigation strategies, low carbon development, air pollution and climate change linkages, 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, Experience and competencies required:-

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

Desired Skills and Abilities:-

• 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.

Location:-

• New Delhi, India.

Company Overview:-

There’s never been a better time to join us in working towards a safer, more resilient and sustainable planet. Since 50 years of WWF India, we have had an important job to do to reverse the loss of biodiversity and restore nature. Working together with our colleagues, partners and incredible supporters, we act with urgency, integrity and passion to secure a future where both nature and people thrive. Everyone’s role here at WWF is important in helping us to achieve our mission. While working at WWF India, you will play a vital part in the future of our planet and its people.