Reporting to: Research Manager
Compensation: According to experience
What you need to know about us and the position:
RELP is an impact-driven, independent, nonprofit that aims to make cheaper and faster deployment of renewable energy in emerging and developing countries. We aspire to increase reliable, affordable and sustainable energy, thereby mitigate climate change.
Our MISSION is to accelerate the transition to clean energy by unlocking renewable energy markets to scalable private investments at low prices, promoting sustainable economic development for the people.
Our prominent Advisory Board consists of Michael Liebreich, Rachel Kyte, Rebecca Collyer, Angelina Galiteva, David Rogers, Daniel Magallón, Charles Bai and Felix Zhang and Liz Bronder as part of our team and board.
We are funded by philanthropic organisations, including the Rockefeller Foundation, Quadrature Climate Foundation, Ballmer Group, European Climate Foundation, and Packard Foundation, IKEA Foundation, Oak Foundation and Good Energies Foundation through Climate Breakthrough.
We are seeking a Sr Research Associate to join our dynamic, rapidly growing and innovative organisation.
The right candidate will be autonomous as well be a fast learner and proactive. The candidate’s main focus will be to enhance the overall performance of our analytics and energy research capabilities.
If you like challenges, you are passionate about renewable energy and you are looking for a job with a meaningful impact in scaling up clean energy systems in the world while contributing to fighting climate change in a significant way, RELP will be a great fit for you!
How you will contribute:
* Researching and compiling information about target countries, including information about the economic context and power market features in order to prepare Country Profiles reports.
* Preparing and delivering presentations or reports on specific topics that are relevant for identifying and/or selecting target countries.
* Drafting Collaboration Agreements with target countries or any other relevant stakeholders.
* Preparing extra-material required for the signing of Collaboration Agreement and/or meetings with counterparties' representatives.
* Preparing reports, white papers and/or any other type of document for the counterparty in order to support decision-making processes or better understanding of topics.
* Preparing and/or delivering presentations, courses or seminars to counterparties' representatives in any of the fields related to the Cooperation Agreement as part of capacity building activities.
* Preparing and delivering ad-hoc presentations or reports required on any related content as required by RELP's core team.
What you will bring:
* Bachelor's Degree in Economics. (Mandatory)
* Master in Renewable Energy or related field.
* 7-10 years of experience in the Research field. (Mandatory)
* At least 3 years of work experience in the Energy sector.
* Professional English and French. (Mandatory)
Work schedule:
* Full-time position.
* Fully remote position.
Our value proposition:
* Competitive fee.
* International work environment.
* Flexibility and work-life balance.
* Time off
* Development Programme
Be part of a high-impact project that makes a difference to people and the planet. Develop your knowledge and experience in an excellent work environment and challenging projects. Work and learn from a professional and expert team renowned in the renewable energy field.
Compensation:
Negotiable based on qualifications and experience.
Anti-Discrimination Statement:
RELP is an equal opportunity talent acquisition player. You are welcome no matter where you come from, what you believe, and what you look like. All applicants are considered regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. We are interested to see what you can bring to the organisation. We are convinced that our different views, talents, and personalities make us better at understanding ourselves and our partners, and inspire us to think differently.
How to apply:
Send us your resume, and a cover letter to jobs@relp.ngo indicating the job code (Research Sr Associate - Valen 03).