Junior Program Associate – Batteries

IT & Telecom Information Management

Overview

Assist in research and communications related to Electric Vehicles.

You have:

• 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
• Ability 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

Junior 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: WRI’s 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: WRI is 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:

WRI India is looking for an intern to work with WRI India`s Electric Vehicle (EV) team in Delhi. This individual will primarily perform research activities on EV projects. The successful candidate will work closely with his/her supervisor.

What you will do:

• Assist and / or carry out research in identified area of work including development of publication plan, research report, technical papers etc • Coordinate / follow-up with internal and external reviewers for developing knowledge products • Support efforts to communicate about the EV work at WRI India including analytical content to non-technical audiences, media, and other stakeholders • Support in organizing events, workshop, webinars etc • Identify research gaps, cultivate ideas and author or co-author knowledge products (e.g., reports, briefs, data-products) • Provide research related support to other team members in EV team. • Collaborate and work with to advance publications.

• 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: 7,50,000 to 9,50,000 INR CTC Per Annum

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

Duration: 1 years as term hire (extendable based on performance and project requirements)

Location: New Delhi/ Bangalore/ Mumbai, India

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.

Learn more about WRI India’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Click Here

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.

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