Senior Engagement Associate Distributed Renewable Energy

The Senior Engagement Associate for Distributed Renewable Energy at CEEW in Jaipur, Rajasthan, will lead efforts to increase the adoption of distributed renewables. Responsibilities include developing strategies for consumer outreach, executing awareness campaigns, and engaging with stakeholders such as government and industry. The role requires expertise in tariff mechanisms and state policies, along with frequent travel within the state to build relationships and facilitate the transition to renewable energy.
Council on Energy Environment and Water (CEEW) New Delhi

Senior Engagement Associate Distributed Renewable Energy

Terms of Reference

At CEEW we are deliberate about what we stand for (and what wedont stand for! as an employer. So if the below description strikes a chordwe would love to hear from you!

At CEEW we build careers in public policy

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You will besurrounded by smart people who will challenge you and help you grow

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At CEEW your life is your example for others

Designation offered

Senior EngagementAssociate

Team/Focus area

EnergyTransition

Location

Jaipur Rajasthan

Reporting to

Engagement Lead

Duration
Fulltime

Purpose

At CEEW we envision adecarbonised electricity sector in India that provides reliable and affordableelectricity services to all. To pursue this vision we undertake interventionsthat can lead to accelerated and diversified deployment of renewable energy socially and environmentally responsible deployment of RE and facilitate a justtransition away from fossil fuelbased generation. We generate evidence forchange engage with policymakers to devise and implement policies andprogrammes and evaluate the impact of initiatives on the ground.

CEEW seeks to hire a suitable candidatefor the Senior Engagement Associate position to lead the teams implementationefforts to increase theshare of distributed renewables (DRE) in the grid. To accelerate thedeployment the candidate needs to build expertise on three fronts nudgingthe consumer to adopt new technologies identifying solutions with equitableincentives for stakeholders and facilitating the process with conducivepolicies and regulations. We are looking for a candidate with a comprehensiveunderstanding of tariff mechanisms statelevel policies and regulationspertaining to distributed renewables handson experience in stakeholderengagement (including discoms electricity regulators state governments anddevelopers) a profound understanding of consumer behaviour and the powermarket. The candidate will be expected to travel frequently within state andbuild relationships with key stakeholders particularly government (both at thecentral & state level) and industry.

Job Duties and Accountabilities

Desirable Outcomes (first year)

Expand the distributedRE programme in at least one state and support in other states.

Conceptualise and execute at least oneinnovative idea to scale up the adoption of distributedrenewable energy DRE) in Rajasthan

Primary responsibilities

Lead in acceleratingthe deployment of rooftop solar in Rajasthan.

Prepare a detailedstrategy for targeted consumer outreach outlining the desired outputs andtimelines for the campaign.

Effectiveimplementation of the awareness campaign across multiple cities simultaneouslyand tracking the progress against desired outcomes

Identify innovativeideas to create more foot soldiers for programme implementation in the stateand effectively mobilise the team.

Supporting regulatorydevelopment and bringing new regulations to the state towards accelerating DREin the state

Establish partnerships with the private sector toimplement ideas on the ground.

Develop and maintain trustbased relationships withkey stakeholders especially with discoms regulators state nodal agenciesdevelopers and other research organisations to effectively execute theinitiative.

Deepen therelationship in existing states and support the team to build relationships innew states.

Build your profile and network in the state as asector expert for DRE.

Identify distributed renewable energy deploymentissues and opportunities from the states perspective to support the team in conceptualisingand executing research that can aid policy regulatory and marketrelatedchanges.

Share knowledge and findings on various internal and external platformsbased on the research and implementation efforts through presentations memos short reports opinion pieces etc. with support fromCEEWs Outreach team.

Programme Assistance

Lead projectimplementation in the state by preparing a strategy for consumer outreach detailedactivity plans and timelines resourceplanning and stakeholder management.

Building and maintaining relationships withgovernment (discoms nodal agency other key departments) industry and otherkey stakeholders.

Lead teams outreach efforts includingorganising webinars/physical events representing CEEW in industry events andwriting opeds briefs and reports.

Selection Criteria

Qualification

Masters degree with aspecialisation in renewable energy technologies economics public policy orrelated field.

Sound understanding ofIndias energy markets (specifically gridconnected DRE markets) and policy andregulatory environment.

Strong researchbackground with an adequate understanding of research methods and quantitativeskills would be preferred.

Work experience

At least 58 years of relevant work experience in policy/industry engagement and project management in electricity policy electricity distribution and renewable energy.

Strong track record of team and project management includingtimely delivery of outputs

Experience in executing onground implementation projects would bepreferred.

Demonstrable experience in stakeholder engagement at stateleveland experience working with public and private institutions within India

Prior experience inwriting articles policy briefs and research reports would be an addedadvantage.

Key skills

Stronginterpersonal and influencing skills

Proficiency in MSExcel is a must. Understanding of STATA/R/Python andother data visualisation tools would be an added advantage.

Excellentwritten and oral communication skills

Ability to summarise and communicate the insights/findings inwritten and oral formats

Proficiencyin Hindi and English language

Ifyou are passionate about supporting Indias Energy transition this is theplace for you!

CEEW operates in a dynamic environment and the candidate will berequired to show flexibility in undertaking a variety of tasks.

Compensation

Competitive compensation commensurate to the experience and matching the best of standards adopted byindustry or other similar organisations for similar roles.

Application Process

CEEW is an equal opportunity employerand the selection process does not discriminate on the basis of age gendercaste ethnicity religion or sexuality. Female candidates are encouraged toapply.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Interestedapplicants are advised to apply at the earliest possible.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified by us. We appreciateyour interest.

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