Senior Program Associate – Batteries

About us

WRI India, an independent charity legally registered as the India Resources Trust, provides objective information and practical proposals to foster environmentally sound and socially equitable development. Through research, analysis, and recommendations, WRI India puts ideas into action to build transformative solutions to protect the earth, promote livelihoods, and enhance human well-being.

We are inspired by and associated with World Resources Institute (WRI), a global research organization. Currently over 250 researchers are working with WRI India in our offices at Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru.

Our mission and values:

Our mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earth’s environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations.

Our values are shared ideals that bind us together: Integrity, Innovation, Urgency, Independence and Respect.

Our culture:

We are committed to advancing gender and social equity for human well-being in our mission including equal opportunities in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, caste, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or protected Veteran status

Job Highlight:

The Electric Mobility program at WRI India aims to accelerate transport electrification in India, to reduce urban air pollution and support the decarbonization of the sector. We work with national and state level governments, industry stakeholders and technical bodies across a range of projects spanning from research to policy formulation and on-ground implementation. With the growing impetus from the Government of India on the transition to electric vehicles, the E-Mobility team at WRI India offers an exciting and challenging work experience in which dynamic individuals will be able to thrive and grow.

As part of the electric mobility program, WRI India undertakes in-depth research and projects on advanced batteries, to support the development of a sustainable, indigenous and circular battery value chain in India.

This position is for a Senior Associate with the batteries team at WRI India. The role offers a mix of research development and stakeholder engagement, and we are looking for an experienced professional to help lead our initiatives. Responsibilities of the position are provided below.

What you will do:

Research development (40%):

• Undertake primary and/or secondary research to develop analyses and recommendations for the battery value chain in India
• Produce high-quality written products and analyses (e.g., technical notes, policy briefs, infographics) – independently and as part of a larger team
• Coordinate ongoing research and project initiatives to ensure timely delivery and high quality of outputs
• Synthesize existing research to produce cohesive slide decks and short notes to explain important concepts and perspectives
• Be up to date on the latest technologies, policies, and initiatives in the battery sector

Stakeholder engagement (60%):

• Engage with relevant government, industry, academia and civil society stakeholders to communicate WRI India’s research and for knowledge exchange
• Onboard new members (industry, academia, etc.) for the Battery360 Alliance
• Coordinate the technical content development and quality assurance processes for the Battery360 Alliance website, newsletters, and social media channels
• Liaise with academic experts, industry players and other potential partners to seek collaborations and undertake joint projects
• Present insights/ findings on behalf of WRI India at relevant multi-stakeholder forums
• Work with team members to organize events, workshops, webinars etc. and develop presentations/discussion materials, to present WRI India’s work externally

What you will need:

• Master’s degree in relevant engineering disciplines (or a business administration master’s with relevant undergraduate engineering degree), with excellent academic track record
• 4-7 years of work experience, with at least 2 years in the battery sector in India
• Impeccable writing and verbal skills in English to coherently convey complex information to a technical and policy audience
• Strong people management skills and ability to network
• Experience in writing reports, briefs and academic papers is a must
• Deep knowledge of electric mobility and renewable energy is necessary, and familiarity with public policy is desirable
• Ability to receive and incorporate constructive feedback effectively
• Able to juggle multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines
• Entrepreneurial attitude to handle challenging tasks and ability to take accountability
• Should be self-motivated with a strong work ethic, and be able to lead and undertake initiatives with minimal supervision
• Ability to work well in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams

Potential Salary and Benefits:

14,00,000 to 18,00,000 INR CTC Per Annum

Salary shall be commensurate with experience and skills. WRI offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package.

Duration:

6 Month as term hire (extendable based on performance and project requirements)

Start date:

As soon as possible

List of Documents to be attached:

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview purpose.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) @WRI India

WRI India values and promotes diversity, equity and inclusion across all areas of our work and workforce. Integrating these values into our actions fosters a progressive and collaborative culture and can also enhance our impact. It is our responsibility to create a welcoming working environment for people of diverse cultures, backgrounds and experience to learn together. We are responsible for fostering a safe and inclusive workplace where questions, concerns and information about diversity, equity and inclusion are part of our ongoing dialogue and development.

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People-centric to the core:

We keep our people at the centre of everything we do - from a welcoming work environment to benefits and a culture that encourages staff to stay healthy, happy, engaged, and growing.

Some of the non-monetary benefits that our staff get:

• Health benefits: We cover health insurance for you and your loved ones for up to INR 8 lakhs
• Term Insurance: Our term insurance policy covers life coverage of 50 lakhs per staff member
• Employee Assistance program: Promoting mental well-being and supporting staff in achieving a satisfying work-life balance
• Health & Nutrition: Personalized diet recommendation from a certified dietitian based on the physical health condition and lifestyle
• Flexible work schedule: Alternative work arrangements for all who are eligible by nature of their job
• Learning culture: Workshops and trainings to empower staff, encourage new learning opportunities
• Rest and Recharge weeks: We encourage staff to take time off to rest, rejuvenate, upskill, and pursue their interests.
• Our leave policy: Avail personal time off at 36 per year, along with public holidays, maternity, paternity, and adoption leaves.

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Equal employment @WRI India

We believe in equal employment, it is our policy to recruit, and provide opportunities for advancement in all job classifications without regard to caste, religion, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, parental status, or disability.