Associate- Decarbonization

Swaniti Initiative; Madhya Pradesh; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Swaniti Initiative seeks a policy research analyst to support its industrial decarbonization team in research, analysis, stakeholder coordination, and program implementation. You will conduct secondary research on decarbonization pathways for MSMEs and prepare policy briefs, literature reviews, and technical summaries under senior guidance.

The role requires 2–3 years of relevant experience, strong English/Hindi proficiency, and a master’s degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Energy, Environmental Science, Climate Studies, Sustainability, Public Policy, Economics, Development Studies, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of professional experience in research, energy transition, industrial decarbonization, energy efficiency, renewable energy, climate change, sustainability, or related areas; MSME-focused energy efficiency programs preferred.
• Experience in secondary research, data analysis, literature reviews, policy analysis, benchmarking, and preparation of research/technical outputs.
• Proven ability to develop policy briefs, concept notes, technical reports, presentations, background papers, and other high‑quality knowledge products.
• Strong command of English and Hindi.

Responsibilities

• Support the industrial decarbonization team in research, analysis, stakeholder coordination, and program implementation activities.
• Conduct secondary research and analysis on industrial decarbonization pathways, energy efficiency, renewable energy integration, and clean technology adoption for MSMEs.
• Prepare policy briefs, background notes, technical summaries, literature reviews, and other knowledge products.
• Assist in data collection, quantitative analysis, benchmarking studies, and development of analytical frameworks for decarbonization and climate policy.
• Support engagements with state governments, DISCOMs, industry stakeholders, and development partners.

Skills

Policy research

Stakeholder coordination

Data analysis

Literature reviews

Report writing

Education

Master’s degree in Energy/Env Science/Sustainability/Public Policy

Job description

ROLE

• Support the industrial decarbonization team in research, analysis, stakeholder coordination, and program implementation activities.
• Conduct secondary research and analysis on industrial decarbonization pathways, energy efficiency, renewable energy integration, and clean technology adoption, especially for MSMEs.
• Prepare policy briefs, background notes, technical summaries, literature reviews, and other knowledge products related to industrial energy transition.
• Assist in data collection, quantitative analysis, benchmarking studies, and development of analytical frameworks for industrial decarbonization and climate policy.
• Support engagements with state governments, DISCOMs, industry stakeholders, and development partners through research inputs, meeting documentation, and coordination support.
• Help design and implement pilot programs, capacity‑building initiatives, and policy interventions under senior guidance.
• Contribute to concept notes, presentations, and technical documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Assess policy and regulatory frameworks related to renewable energy deployment, industrial energy efficiency, and low‑carbon transitions.
• Participate in stakeholder consultations, workshops, and discussions with government agencies, industry associations, academic institutions, consultants, and experts.
• Assist in project monitoring, reporting, documentation, and tracking of deliverables across multiple workstreams.
• Coordinate with internal teams, consultants, and external partners to ensure timely execution of project activities.
• Liaise with state utilities, other stakeholders, and state departments to obtain required data or inputs.
• Track emerging national and international developments in climate policy, industrial decarbonization, energy transition, and clean technologies.
• Build domain expertise in industrial decarbonization through continuous learning, training, and guided exposure.
• Undertake additional research and analytical assignments aligned with organizational priorities.

REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s degree in Energy, Environmental Science, Climate Studies, Sustainability, Public Policy, Economics, Development Studies, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of professional experience in research, energy transition, industrial decarbonization, energy efficiency, renewable energy, climate change, sustainability, or related areas; experience with MSME‑focused energy efficiency programs preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in secondary research, data analysis, literature reviews, policy analysis, benchmarking, and preparation of research/technical outputs.
• Proven ability to develop policy briefs, concept notes, technical reports, presentations, background papers, and other high‑quality knowledge products.
• Good understanding of industrial decarbonization pathways, energy efficiency, renewable energy integration, clean technologies, and climate/energy policy and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience coordinating with or engaging government departments, state utilities/DISCOMs, industry associations, development partners, academic institutions, consultants, or other external stakeholders is an advantage.
• Strong project coordination, documentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with ability to manage multiple workstreams and deliverables.
• Strong command of English and Hindi.
• Prior experience in the development sector, climate and energy programs, industrial sustainability, public policy, or government engagement preferred.
• Demonstrated willingness to develop domain expertise in industrial decarbonization and energy transition through continuous learning and hands‑on project exposure.