Senior Policy Analyst - Global Energy Transition

Duke University; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 69,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University in Durham, NC invites applications for a Senior Policy Analyst at the Nicholas Institute for Energy, Environment & Sustainability. You will lead research and policy analysis on energy transition, state-owned enterprises, and climate finance.

The role encompasses financial modeling, stakeholder engagement, and communicating findings to policymakers and practitioners across domestic and international settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a field related to the position (policy, economics, engineering, etc.).
• Master's degree preferred.
• Four years of policy/research/data analysis experience.
• Four years in energy-sector project finance or related financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead analysis on state-owned enterprises and their role in the global energy transition.
• Develop financial models and assess bankability of energy projects.
• Engage with governments, financial institutions, utilities, and stakeholders.
• Translate complex financial concepts into actionable policy briefs.
• Present findings to policymakers and institutional leaders.

Skills

Energy policy

Project finance

Bankability

Financial modeling

Stakeholder engagement

Policy analysis

Research and writing

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Duke University in Durham, NC invites applications for a Senior Policy Analyst at the Nicholas Institute for Energy, Environment & Sustainability. You will lead research and policy analysis on energy transition, state-owned enterprises, and climate finance.

The role encompasses financial modeling, stakeholder engagement, and communicating findings to policymakers and practitioners across domestic and international settings.