Senior Program Associate— Industrial Decarbonization

Sr. Programme Associate, Industrial Decarbonization

Reference Code: ID/NCR-04-03/25

The International Forum for Environment, Sustainability & Technology (iFOREST), is looking for an experienced and dynamic professional to support & lead the organisation’s research initiatives and policy engagement in the Industrial Decarbonization.

A successful applicant must have a proven aptitude for analytical research and multi-stakeholder engagement, and excellent communication skills with government, and industry and related agencies. The candidate must have comprehensive knowledge of industrial processes, energy efficiency, GHG, pollution monitoring and control, decarbonization strategies & technologies, best practices and regulation & policies including a sound technical background and experience of working with industries, regulators, policymakers and other related stakeholders.

Location: Noida, India

Required Experience: 5- 8 years

Education: Master’s Degree (Required)

Length of commitment: 3 years+

Reporting to: Programme Lead

Position is based in Noida

About iFOREST

iFOREST is an independent not-for-profit research and innovation organisation that was established in 2019 to identify, promote and scale up solutions for pressing environment-development challenges in India and other developing countries in Asia and Africa.

Our work is rooted in regional priorities to accelerate environmental actions at the sub-national level and to improve national policies and plans to support it. Our mission is to address the unique needs of regions by leveraging our resources and expertise to scale up national action and make a global impact. We use our regional knowledge to inform national policy and plans and strengthen international collaboration.

To achieve our goals, we conduct independent evidence-based research, develop new knowledge and innovative solutions, convene stakeholders to increase awareness and build consensus, and partner with think tanks, civil society, government agencies, philanthropies and industry to scale up solutions.

The Industrial Decarbonization Programme

The Industrial Decarbonization Programme is a part of iFOREST’s flagship initiative on Enabling Energy Transitions. The objective of the programme is to steer a green industry transition to support green growth and green jobs, while improving local environmental conditions and achieving climate goals. The focus is on conducing evidence-based research, including modelling studies to develop comprehensive roadmaps, identify policy solutions and provide technical support for industrial decarbonization and better environmental governance.

The Programme is strongly focused on technical research and stakeholder engagement (especially with government departments/agencies and the industry) to achieve a green transition, improved efficiency and better environmental governance.

The Role

The Senior Programme Associate will be responsible for the execution of research and engagement outputs pertaining to the Industrial Decarbonization Programme. This would entail conducting impactful research and supporting multi-stakeholder engagement, to enable the programme.

Specific tasks to be undertaken would include:

Support and execute the research initiatives:

• Contribute to designing research assignments, including developing research strategy and methodology as well as identifying specific activities and tasks.
• Conduct in-depth primary and secondary research including quantitative and qualitative assessments.
• Remain updated with the latest tools and techniques for executing qualitative and quantitative research.
• Write research documents, including analytical reports and policy papers based on evidence.
• Mentor young researchers in the team in executing research assignments.
• Stay abreast with the latest developments and debates in the energy transition and environmental government domain.

Support the outreach and communication initiatives

• Contribute to the design of the institution’s/programme’s outreach strategy.
• Contribute to building policy-research partnerships with government, industry and other stakeholders.
• Author articles and other forms of communication materials, suitable for the public, government stakeholders, and donors.
• Build and leverage relationships to conduct roundtables, convenings, and report release meetings with government, industry, civil society, media, etc.
• Present research findings on multiple forums, from large convenings to senior policy makers.

Programme building

• Contribute to shaping the overall strategy for the programme, aligned with institutional priorities, sector-specific issues and ongoing work of other key institutions.
• Support identification of new pathways, initiatives and partnerships, that contribute to programmatic goals.
• Support development of new concept notes, proposals, theory of change and budgets for projects/interventions that further institutional objectives.

Additional duties

• Contribute to the institution’s brand building by representing iFOREST on various public platforms.
• Execute any other related assignments that may arise in relation to the aforementioned tasks or for the further enhancement programme.

Qualification & Work Experience

• Bachelors or masters in engineering, energy and, or technology is a must, preferably from mechanical, environmental, industrial, power or related streams.
• The candidate must have experience of working on industrial operation; energy efficiency; energy management; environmental assessment; pollution control and best technology and practices across various scale of manufacturing industries.
• Knowledge of industrial decarbonization strategies, environmental processes, pollution control technologies, regulations and policies is must.
• 5-8 years of relevant work experience in research, consulting and, or advisory on industrial decarbonization, energy transition, efficiency, best practices operation and GHG accounting etc.

Required competencies

The successful candidate should have the following competencies:

• Deep passion for sustainability and environment.
• Strong understanding of industry, energy, environment and climate sectors.
• Ability to think critically and propose innovative solutions to complex ESG challenges.
• Authored at least two research publications related to above-mentioned fields in the last five years.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct qualitative and quantitative methods of research, utilizing software such as Excel, R and QGIS.
• A good team player.

Why Choose iFOREST

• Purpose-driven work: Contributing from sub-national to national and global goals.
• Professional development: In areas and sectors that are contemporary and pressing.
• Compensation: We offer a salary that is not only competitive but recognizes and rewards your commitment and talent.
• Inclusive Culture: Benefit from a supportive and diverse work environment.

Remuneration

Competitive salary as per candidate’s experience and proficiency. Final designation of successful candidate will be based on qualification and experience.

Application deadline & instructions

Immediate opening. Position open until filled.

We prefer the candidate to submit an online application at https://iforest.global/careers/. In case of any difficulty, you may also send your application to contact@iforest.global clearly mentioning the position and Reference code in the subject line. Applications must be accompanied by a CV and a Cover Letter. Please ensure that the Cover Letter is no more than 500 words and clearly describes your suitability for the position described and your motivation to join iFOREST.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.