We are seeking a dynamic, skilled, and experienced professional for the position of Analyst/Senior Analyst to join the Energy and Power team at CSTEP and support ongoing work on Just Transition. The Analyst will play a vital role in analysing and assessing the regulatory landscape and policy developments impacting Just Transition in India, particularly in the context of renewable energy development. The role will also involve contributing to the formulation of strategies and recommendations to help achieve India’s Just Transition goals while implementing energy transition policies.

The shortlisted candidate will lead analytical and policy-oriented research on energy transition, with a strong focus on justice and equity. This position requires strong technical, analytical, and policy skills, along with the ability to engage effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Research and Analysis
• Lead research on Just Transition pathways for renewable energy (RE) development across Indian states, with emphasis on social, economic, and environmental impacts on affected communities.
• Assess technical, economic, and policy levers to drive fair and inclusive energy transitions, including workforce reskilling, community benefit-sharing, land-use planning, and equitable access to clean energy.
• Evaluate state-level RE characteristics, including resource potential, local economic dependencies, and social vulnerability indicators, to inform and contextualise transition strategies.
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Collaborate with stakeholders at state, national, and community levels to co-develop actionable recommendations for just and equitable RE deployment.
• Prepare policy briefs, technical reports, presentations, and journal articles to share research findings and recommendations.
• Represent the organisation in research forums, energy transition discussions, roundtables, and conferences, providing expert insights and influencing policy conversations.
• Willingness to travel across India to engage with stakeholders and support project requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master's degree in a relevant field such as law, public policy, economics, environmental studies, or a related social science field. 
• 3–5 years of professional experience in one or more of the following areas: energy transition research, Just Transition planning, renewable energy policy and planning, socio-economic impact assessment, community engagement, data analytics, and policy advocacy and communications.

Skill Set

• In-depth knowledge of India's regulatory framework, policies, and market dynamics in the renewable energy and power sectors, with an understanding of the social and economic impacts of energy transitions.
• Familiarity with energy transition trends, Just Transition best practices, emerging clean energy technologies, and leading sustainability frameworks.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex regulatory and policy documents and provide strategic recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including proficiency in preparing presentations and reports.
• Demonstrated experience engaging stakeholders and cultivating effective relationships with regulatory authorities, industry associations, and state-level government agencies.
• Proven ability to lead and collaborate within cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities and the capacity to work efficiently under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in data analysis and research methodologies.

We are seeking a dynamic, skilled, and experienced professional for the position of Analyst/Senior Analyst to join the Energy and Power team at CSTEP and support ongoing work on Just Transition. The Analyst will play a vital role in analysing and assessing the regulatory landscape and policy developments impacting Just Transition in India, particularly in the context of renewable energy development. The role will also involve contributing to the formulation of strategies and recommendations to help achieve India’s Just Transition goals while implementing energy transition policies.

The shortlisted candidate will lead analytical and policy-oriented research on energy transition, with a strong focus on justice and equity. This position requires strong technical, analytical, and policy skills, along with the ability to engage effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Research and Analysis
• Lead research on Just Transition pathways for renewable energy (RE) development across Indian states, with emphasis on social, economic, and environmental impacts on affected communities.
• Assess technical, economic, and policy levers to drive fair and inclusive energy transitions, including workforce reskilling, community benefit-sharing, land-use planning, and equitable access to clean energy.
• Evaluate state-level RE characteristics, including resource potential, local economic dependencies, and social vulnerability indicators, to inform and contextualise transition strategies.
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Collaborate with stakeholders at state, national, and community levels to co-develop actionable recommendations for just and equitable RE deployment.
• Prepare policy briefs, technical reports, presentations, and journal articles to share research findings and recommendations.
• Represent the organisation in research forums, energy transition discussions, roundtables, and conferences, providing expert insights and influencing policy conversations.
• Willingness to travel across India to engage with stakeholders and support project requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master's degree in a relevant field such as law, public policy, economics, environmental studies, or a related social science field. 
• 3–5 years of professional experience in one or more of the following areas: energy transition research, Just Transition planning, renewable energy policy and planning, socio-economic impact assessment, community engagement, data analytics, and policy advocacy and communications.

Skill Set

• In-depth knowledge of India's regulatory framework, policies, and market dynamics in the renewable energy and power sectors, with an understanding of the social and economic impacts of energy transitions.
• Familiarity with energy transition trends, Just Transition best practices, emerging clean energy technologies, and leading sustainability frameworks.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex regulatory and policy documents and provide strategic recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including proficiency in preparing presentations and reports.
• Demonstrated experience engaging stakeholders and cultivating effective relationships with regulatory authorities, industry associations, and state-level government agencies.
• Proven ability to lead and collaborate within cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities and the capacity to work efficiently under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in data analysis and research methodologies.

We are seeking an experienced and strategically minded professional to join our Adaptation and Risk Analysis Group. The candidate will lead climate risk analysis initiatives, translate climate science into actionable insights through rigorous assessments, and coordinate with multilateral organisations and government agencies to inform evidence-based adaptation strategies across diverse landscapes and communities. 

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee comprehensive literature reviews, metadata analyses, and gap assessments through systematic coding to build and maintain a robust climate risk knowledge repository.
• Coordinate and engage with multilateral organisations, state government departments, and key stakeholders to align research priorities, facilitate knowledge exchange, and ensure findings reflect on-ground realities.
• Lead the preparation of research publications, policy briefs, and presentations, strengthening CSTEP’s technical credibility in climate risk and adaptation domains.
• Plan and execute stakeholder engagement and capacity-building events, demonstrating a proactive, hands-on approach to event logistics, coordination, and follow-up.
• Support and guide capacity-building initiatives in collaboration with government and civil society partners.

Qualifications

PhD or Master's degree in environmental science, climate science, sustainability, disaster management, environmental engineering, natural resource management, or a related discipline, with specialisation or expertise in climate risk assessment, vulnerability analysis, or climate adaptation. 

Skill Set

• Experience in climate risk analysis, vulnerability assessment, environmental research, or related fields, with the ability to lead projects and coordinate research teams.
• Proven experience collaborating with multilateral organisations and state or national government departments on climate and sustainability initiatives.
• Published research in peer-reviewed journals, technical reports, or policy documents, demonstrating strong analytical and writing capabilities.
• Hands-on experience in field research, stakeholder engagement, and translating complex research into policy-relevant outputs.
• Strong research, analytical, and writing skills, with proven ability to conduct systematic literature reviews, produce peer-reviewed publications, and communicate technical findings to diverse audiences.
• Excellent project management, stakeholder coordination, and strategic problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead multi-partner collaborations, supervise assessments, and manage multiple deliverables effectively.
• Demonstrated capacity to mentor junior staff, work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, and deliver high-quality outputs under tight deadlines in dynamic research environments.

Duration

10 months (full-time position)

We are seeking an experienced and strategically minded professional to join our Adaptation and Risk Analysis Group. The candidate will lead climate risk analysis initiatives, translate climate science into actionable insights through rigorous assessments, and coordinate with multilateral organisations and government agencies to inform evidence-based adaptation strategies across diverse landscapes and communities. 

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee comprehensive literature reviews, metadata analyses, and gap assessments through systematic coding to build and maintain a robust climate risk knowledge repository.
• Coordinate and engage with multilateral organisations, state government departments, and key stakeholders to align research priorities, facilitate knowledge exchange, and ensure findings reflect on-ground realities.
• Lead the preparation of research publications, policy briefs, and presentations, strengthening CSTEP’s technical credibility in climate risk and adaptation domains.
• Plan and execute stakeholder engagement and capacity-building events, demonstrating a proactive, hands-on approach to event logistics, coordination, and follow-up.
• Support and guide capacity-building initiatives in collaboration with government and civil society partners.

Qualifications

PhD or Master's degree in environmental science, climate science, sustainability, disaster management, environmental engineering, natural resource management, or a related discipline, with specialisation or expertise in climate risk assessment, vulnerability analysis, or climate adaptation. 

Skill Set

• Experience in climate risk analysis, vulnerability assessment, environmental research, or related fields, with the ability to lead projects and coordinate research teams.
• Proven experience collaborating with multilateral organisations and state or national government departments on climate and sustainability initiatives.
• Published research in peer-reviewed journals, technical reports, or policy documents, demonstrating strong analytical and writing capabilities.
• Hands-on experience in field research, stakeholder engagement, and translating complex research into policy-relevant outputs.
• Strong research, analytical, and writing skills, with proven ability to conduct systematic literature reviews, produce peer-reviewed publications, and communicate technical findings to diverse audiences.
• Excellent project management, stakeholder coordination, and strategic problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead multi-partner collaborations, supervise assessments, and manage multiple deliverables effectively.
• Demonstrated capacity to mentor junior staff, work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, and deliver high-quality outputs under tight deadlines in dynamic research environments.

Duration

10 months (full-time position)