Research Analyst - International Cooperation

Track political, business and technology-related developments on energy, industry, the environment, and developmental pathways of India in the context of national priorities, international governance, trade, finance and socioeconomic dimensions. This includes tracking CEEW s sectoral research and publications to connect the dots between CEEW s work and the global scenario.

Write policy memos, issue briefs and reports based on primary and official secondary sources, including CEEW s research, and when required, in consultation with sectoral teams.

Be part of the Head New Initiatives engagements with high level government officials, industry captains, multilateral organisations, and other institutional stakeholders.

Prepare briefing notes and minutes of meetings, conduct pre- and post-engagement follow-ups, and build and nurture cordial, mutually rewarding relationships with stakeholders.

As decided in consultation with the Head New Initiatives, engage in deeper research projects, particularly on geopolitics, energy and climate governance, and international negotiations.

Sustain and evolve stakeholder relationships with regular meetings and communication of CEEW s activities.

Coordinate with internal teams from a place of thorough research, understanding of the context, and professional poise.

Intelligently manage content using Google-based email, calendar, and Drive systems, and CEEW hashtags.

Strictly follow CEEW s SOPs for activities and publications and inculcate that in collaborators.

Meet deadlines, as decided with the manager, on time and in full, i.e. v1 of the work should not require formatting or primary corrections. Only content-level edits and updates should be needed for v2.

Arrive for meetings in good time with full preparation, including IT systems and documents.

Main skills

• Initiative and ownership with projects and relationships
• Strong work management and prioritisation skills
• Ability to connect the dots between research and real-world developments
• Interest in adding value in conversations, meetings and interactions
• Responsiveness to evolving situations
• Ability to look over the horizon and anticipate challenges
• Confidence and poise, with communication skills par excellence
• Fire in the belly attitude and career ambition to take on leadership roles