Analyst / Sr. Analyst, Programme Management & Research

Finovista; New Delhi; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Finovista in India seeks a Programme Associate to advance clean energy and climate initiatives. The role focuses on research, policy support, stakeholder engagement, and program management across multi-country partnerships with government and development agencies.

You will develop knowledge resources, prepare reports, and coordinate activities from planning to implementation, ensuring high-quality deliverables and evidence-based decision making in sustainability projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3.5 years of relevant experience in clean energy transition, energy efficiency or climate change sectors.
• Postgraduate degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred in development studies, energy technology, or related fields.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• Experience in research, policy/industry engagement, and international development settings with multi-country partnerships.
• Background in energy technology or related field is desirable.
• Experience in conducting mixed-methods research (quantitative and qualitative) and data analysis.
• Experience in clean cooking is advantageous.
• Strong writing and communication skills for diverse stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct desk-based research to track sector developments and create a credible information repository.
• Develop research inputs for ongoing programs and projects aligned with objectives.
• Plan and conduct consultations with stakeholders and consolidate findings into reports.
• Develop knowledge resources such as reports, case studies, and blogs for publication.
• Write policy briefs and research papers suitable for publication.
• Prepare agendas, notes, and minutes for meetings and capacity-building activities.
• Coordinate across policymakers, enterprises, funding agencies, and partners to ensure collaboration.
• Provide qualitative research inputs for business proposals and program decisions.
• Track clean cooking technologies, energy policies, and market trends to align with goals.

Skills

Research

Writing

Communication

Project coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Networking

Data analysis

Education

MBA or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

SPSS

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

About the Role/Position-

The responsibilities would include but not limited to:

About Programme

The programme focuses on advancing initiatives in the areas of clean energy, climate change, sustainability, air pollution mitigation, and environmental management through research, programme implementation, stakeholder engagement, and policy support.

The role will provide exposure to projects related to energy transition, clean technologies, climate action, sustainable development, emissions reduction, and environmental management. The selected candidate will support research and programme activities that address critical environmental and developmental challenges, including air quality improvement, clean energy access, climate resilience, and sustainable urban and industrial practices.

This role is suitable for professionals with experience in consulting, policy research, programme management, sustainability, development sector projects, think tanks, corporates, research institutions, or implementation agencies.

The position offers the opportunity to work closely with governments, development agencies, industry stakeholders, research organizations, and international partners to support impactful and scalable sustainability initiatives.

About the Role/Position

The responsibilities would include but not limited to:

Research & Knowledge Resource Development

• Conduct desk-based research to track sector developments and create a credible repository of information.
• Develop research inputs for ongoing programs and projects, ensuring they align with key objectives.
• Plan and conduct both one-to-one consultations and multi-stakeholder consultations, consolidating findings into short reports.
• Develop credible knowledge resources such as short/long reports, case studies, and blogs for publication and sharing with stakeholders.
• Write policy briefs targeted at specific audiences and research papers suitable for high- quality academic publication.
• Create agendas and notes for meetings, capacity building programs, workshops, and conferences, preparing minutes and ensuring dissemination of information.
• Provide qualitative research inputs for business proposals and other strategic
• Track advancements in clean cooking technologies, energy policies, and market trends, ensuring alignment with broader program goals.
• Support data collection, analysis, monitoring, and impact assessment activities to enable evidence-based decision-making and programme effectiveness.
• Guide the analysis and interpretation of project data, ensuring that evidence-based decisions are made to optimize technology and interventions.

Program Management & Reporting

• Manage the end-to-end process of program implementation, including planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting.
• Develop detailed activity plans, timelines, and resource allocation strategies for various
• Coordinate with key stakeholders, including policymakers, enterprises, funding agencies, program partners, and service delivery teams, ensuring smooth collaboration and partnership management.
• Lead teams at the state level, including managing the work of ground agencies and partners, ensuring project goals are achieved.
• Track and manage progress reports, newsletters, and updates in both physical and virtual formats.
• Organize and maintain project data, ensuring timely execution, compliance, and high- quality deliverables.
• Prepare weekly, monthly, and annual progress reports, presenting them to stakeholders for transparency and decision-making.
• Manage team dynamics, promoting team building and fostering a collaborative environment to support project delivery.
• Coordinate across internal teams and stakeholders to ensure the timely delivery of program goals, while also engaging experts for input and necessary outcomes.

Stakeholder Engagement & Strategy Development

• Identify and engage relevant stakeholders for research and program
• Work closely with experts and internal teams to develop proposals, concept notes, and frameworks for stakeholder input and engagement.
• Focus on promoting innovations and advancements in the clean cooking domain, with an emphasis on improving health outcomes, promoting gender equality, and mitigating climate change impacts linked to household energy use.
• Ensure the integration of research findings and program outcomes to maximize impact and deliver on set objectives.

Who Should Apply?

• Minimum 2-3.5 years of relevant experience in clean energy transition, or energy efficiency or Climate Change sectors.
• Postgraduate degree (MBA or equivalent), preferably in development studies, energy technology, or related fields.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a relevant
• Experience in research, policy/industry engagement, and international development settings with multi-country partnerships.
• Background in energy technology or related fields is
• Experience in conducting mixed-methods research (quantitative and qualitative) and analyzing data.
• Prior experience in clean cooking is
• Strong research, writing, and communication skills (both written and oral) to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels (government, international agencies, industries, clients, and internal teams).
• Experience authoring original work for academic papers, conference papers, or technical reports (useful but not essential).
• Proven ability to present complex ideas clearly to diverse audiences, including government bodies, industry partners, and academic researchers.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, with a demonstrated ability to coordinate and collaborate effectively across teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines independently, ensuring timely and high- quality outputs.
• Expertise with SPSS, Excel, and PowerPoint, with the capability to manage and analyze large datasets.
• Experience in developing project reports and presentations tailored to industrial and academic
• Strong networking skills, with the ability to maintain and expand connections with relevant stakeholders in the clean cooking and energy sectors.

About Organization

Finovista is a leading global Service Provider based in India, specializing in Technical Assistance, Program Management, Capacity Building, and In-country Representation in key development sector. Our expertise lies in sectors crucial to sustainability and global development, including climate change, energy, clean cooking, rural technologies, advanced manufacturing, and climate finance. With a strong commitment to delivering innovative solutions and driving positive change, we have a proven track record of successful program management and implementation. Our extensive partnerships extend to Development Agencies, Governments, Universities, Business Chambers, Corporates, Startups, and SMEs.