Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW)
Progamme Associate
Terms of Reference
At CEEW, we are deliberate about what we stand for (and what we don't stand for!) as an employer.So, if the below description strikes a chord, we would love to hear from you!
At CEEW, we build careers in public policy
● We offer strong visionary leadership – with emphasis on research and impact at scale● We actively promote leadership through initiative
● We celebrate talent and ambition
● You will be surrounded by smart people who will challenge you and help you grow● You will learn faster than your peers in other organizations
● Curiosity and irreverence, as well as responsibility, come together at CEEW● You will get above-market remuneration
● We provide a safe space for all
● At CEEW, your life is your example for others
Designation Offered
Programme Associate
Team/Focus area
Sustainable Water Programme
Location
New Delhi, India
Reporting to
Programme Lead
Purpose
The CEEW’s sustainable water programe informs policy-making for the sustainable development ofwater resources and their effective management through research in areas of circular economy inused water management and water bodies rejuvenation; capacity building for mainstreaming climateaction in water; sustainable development through policy coherence in food, land, and water systems;and water accounting-based planning.
For its Sustainable Water programme, CEEW seeks to hire a Programme Associate having good exposure to water, energy and agriculture domains. An ideal candidate should understand the nexus among them, the challenges in addressing the nexus, and the policy discourse followed in India for the same. Also, the candidate should possess strong data analysis skills, be proficient in using statistical tools, research writing, and support the organisation in extending its network with the government and non-government stakeholders in the Indian states.
Job duties and accountabilities
● Understand the water, energy and agriculture space including their nexus while India moves
towards transition to clean energy, including solar, pumped storage hydropower, etc., itslikely impacts on water and land resources, and the challenges in managing sectoral waterdemands.
● Undertake qualitative and quantitative research that includes: systematic review forevidence research and meta-analysis, prepare questionnaires for key informant interviewsand other data collection/survey instruments, analyse data using quantitative and qualitativetools and methods, conduct stakeholders’ consultations, and prepare research reports.
● Travel to field sites, and conduct and facilitate fieldwork including focus group discussions, interviews, meetings, and training for gathering primary information.
● Regularly track policy measures taken by the government and their implementation status inwater, energy (including renewables), and agriculture sectors in India.
● Publish in leading peer-reviewed journals and generate other knowledge products fordifferent audiences such as blogs, policy briefs, op-eds, etc., at regular intervals. ● Establishing and managing relationships with project counterparts from CEEW’spartners.
Project Assistance
● Assist senior researchers in the team in conceptualising new projects, and developing high impact research proposals.
● Contribute to development of cross-team research proposals and undertake such research studies.
● Assist with project and programme implementation, including preparing presentations,factsheets and other communication materials.
● Assist effective outreach of research outputs through coordination with the outreach team,and engagement with a broader network of stakeholders, and concerned policymakers.● Participate in relevant conferences, workshops, and training programmes for acomprehensive understanding of developments relevant to water, energy and agriculture.● Assist senior team members in important meetings and sessions, such as prepare notes, andconduct follow ups, as required.
