Manager, Electricity Markets

The World Resources Institute is seeking a Manager for Electricity Markets, a remote-eligible position based in the U.S. The role involves conducting research and analysis on electricity market mechanisms, particularly in non-RTO regions. Key responsibilities include writing reports, managing projects, and engaging with stakeholders. The ideal candidate should have expertise in public utility regulation and experience with regulatory commissions. Strong communication and project management skills are essential.
Manager, Electricity Markets

Data Analysis & Technical ResearchWashington, DC, United States

This is a remote eligible position. You will be based inUnited States.Existing work authorization is required at the time of application submission as WRI is unable to sponsor any visa work sponsorship for this position.

About the Program:

WRI’s Energy Program helps speed the transition to a clean and inclusive energy future through objective and well-supported thought leadership and uplifting stakeholders interested in the same. To decarbonize the power, industry and transportation sectors, WRI’s Energy team engages with policymakers, regulators, utilities, large energy buyers, and key stakeholders at the local, state and federal levels. WRI undertakes research to support action on topics related to overcoming barriers to clean energy development, including cost-effective grid expansion, evolving power markets to enable the clean energy transition, leveraging demand-side flexibility, and scaling new technology adoption to accelerate progress towards 100% clean energy.

Job Highlight:

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WRI is seeking a manager-level professional with solid research skills and expertise in public utility regulation to develop knowledge products and thought leadership on competitive procurement mechanisms and markets for electricity, with a focus on different market mechanisms in the non-RTO Southeastern and Western U.S.

The ideal candidate would be comfortable navigating regulatory dockets, diving into primary sources, and writing for target audiences that include power sector experts and decision makers. Experience with state regulatory commissions and FERC, particularly the ability to compare across jurisdictions would greatly help. Experience in non-RTO and RTO regions and ability to evaluate the effectiveness of various market mechanisms are additional bonuses.

As a member of a small team within a large international organization, proactively anticipating needs and efficiently producing high-quality work products with minimal guidance would be appreciated.

This position will primarily focus on research, analysis and writing with some stakeholder engagement and outreach. The ability to build external networks, work across WRI teams, and clearly communicate is thus also important.

What will you do:

Knowledge, Research and Analysis (50%):
• Manage and conduct research and analysis
• Write objective reports, articles, op-eds, and blogs
• Ensure high-quality citations to primary sources
• Coordinate and manage WRI and external peer review processes
• Manage process for identifying and placing articles in external outlets

Project Management (30%):
• Develop work plans
• Manage projects to meet deliverables, complying with timelines and budgets
• Manageand guide the work of junior researchers and interns
• Manage consultants and contractors
• Coordinate with partner organizations
• Engage WRI staff and external networks to share insights and maximize alignment
• Identify new research gaps and needs, define research questions to fill gaps and select appropriate research methods to collect and analyze data
• Contribute to fundraising efforts

Stakeholder Engagement, Outreach, and Partnerships (20%):
• Work with WRI and external colleagues to organize meetings, workshops, and other dissemination activities
• Develop partnerships to advance our work and coordinate and align our work with key stakeholders
• Present and engage at relevant functions and events to communicate findings and research
• Familiarity with how to integrate research with engagement and communications activities to achieve project outcomes

What will you need:
• Education:You have completed abachelor’sdegreein economics, energy or a related field.Relevant work experience in lieu of degree is accepted. Master's degree or Phd preferred
• Experience:You haveminimum of7yearsofrelevant work experiencein research, with published content in relevant academic and industry outlets
• Demonstrated research experience,with published content in relevantacademic and industry outlets
• Track record in ensuring high-quality publications
• Experience working on public utility issues
• Ability to connect with stakeholders with diverse perspectives on complex technical topics
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines
• Excellent oraland writtencommunication skills
• Attention to detail, organization, proactiveness, good judgment
• Languages:Verbaland written English proficiency
• Requirements:Existing work authorization is required where this position. WRI is unable to authorize visa workauthorization

Desired Qualifications:
• Understanding of public utility rates, utility planning processes, utility incentives, utility business models, and regulatory oversight and planning processes
• Experience engaging with regulators and energy offices and organizations such as FERC, DOE, NARUC, and NASEO
• Familiarityand experiencewithclean energy procurement, whether through third-parties or utilities

How to Apply:Please submit a resume with cover letterby the dateof April 30,2025.We may close for applications sooner if we receive a high volume of qualified applications.

We are unable to consider your application without a cover letter.

You mustapply through the WRI Careers portal to be considered.

What we offer:
• Access to the WRI global network with the opportunity to exchange with and learn from passionate colleagues working at the cutting edge of their fields across Asia, Africa, Europe, LatinAmericaand the US
• The chance to have an impact and to develop your career within a mission drivenorganizationwith access to varied learning and trainingopportunities
• A workplace that strives to put diversity and inclusion at the heart of ourwork
• The opportunity to join and get involved in different working groups and affinity groups to shape the future ofWRI
• Commitment to hybrid working model with flexible workinghours
• Generous leave days that increase with tenure
• For US location: Medical Coverage, Dental Coverage, Vision Coverage, retirement plan access and employer contribution

About Us:

Founded in 1982, World Resources Institute (WRI) is an independent, nonprofit global researchorganizationthat turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity, and human well-being. We are working to address seven critical challenges that the world must overcome this decade to secure a sustainable future for people and the planet: climate change, energy, food, forests, water, sustainable cities, and the ocean. WRI has a global staff of over 1,800 people with work spanning 60 countries. We have offices in Africa, Brazil, China, Europe, India, Indonesia,Mexico,Colombiaand the United States, as well as a growing presence in other countries and regions.

The foundation of our work is delivering high-quality research, data, maps, and analysis to solve the world’s greatest environment and international development challenges and improve people’s lives. We work with leaders in government, business, and civil societyto drive ambitious action and create change on the ground. Equally important, we bring together partners to develop breakthrough ideas and scale-up solutions for far-reaching, enduring impact.

Our mission and values:

WRI’s mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earth’s environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations.

Our values are shared ideals that bind us together: Integrity, Innovation, Urgency,Independenceand Respect.

Our culture:

WRI is committed to advancing gender and social equity for human well-being in our mission including equal opportunities inemployment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, caste, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or protected Veteran status

Our team in Human Resources carefully reviews all applications.