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How to Apply for Global Program Lead, Installer Voices (Contract)

at New Energy Nexus

🏢 About New Energy Nexus

New Energy Nexus is a global nonprofit that funds and supports clean energy entrepreneurs, with a mission to build a sustainable and equitable future. Its focus on grassroots innovation and underrepresented markets makes it a unique place to drive real-world policy change.

About This Role

This role leads the scoping phase of the Installer Voices initiative, which aims to amplify solar installers' voices in policy debates across five emerging-market countries. You'll design research, coordinate national teams, and create a blueprint for Phase 2, directly influencing clean energy policy in Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, Nigeria, and Pakistan.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve a morning call with a country team in the Philippines to review interview findings, followed by analyzing policy documents for Thailand's net metering rules. Afternoon could be spent drafting a power map for Nigeria and preparing a cost model for Phase 2, then sending a synthesis email to the global team.

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🎯 Who New Energy Nexus Is Looking For

  • Has 7+ years in advocacy, campaigns, or policy strategy, with a track record of building new initiatives from scratch.
  • Deeply understands solar energy policy levers (net metering, grid connection, import duties) and has worked in emerging markets.
  • Strong in stakeholder mapping, power analysis, and landscape assessments, with exceptional English writing skills.
  • Comfortable coordinating across cultures and time zones, with experience managing decentralized teams.

📝 Tips for Applying to New Energy Nexus

1

Tailor your resume to highlight initiative-building and research projects, not just ongoing program management.

2

Mention specific experience with policy levers like net metering or import duties in your cover letter.

3

Show your cross-cultural collaboration skills by citing examples of working with teams in Asia or Africa.

4

Prepare a brief 1-page outline of how you would approach the scoping phase for one of the five countries.

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Emphasize your ability to synthesize research into costed, actionable blueprints—include a sample if possible.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your experience building new advocacy or policy initiatives from the ground up.', 'Specific knowledge of solar energy policy in emerging markets, especially net metering or grid connection.', 'Your ability to design research (interviews, power analysis) and translate findings into strategic plans.', 'Your passion for empowering local voices and working across cultures to achieve policy wins.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review New Energy Nexus's current programs and past initiatives, especially in Asia and Africa.
  • → Understand the clean energy policy landscape in the five target countries: Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, Nigeria, Pakistan.
  • → Look into the 'Installer Voices' concept—if not public, research similar initiatives like Solar Sister or Power for All.
  • → Familiarize yourself with New Energy Nexus's funding sources and key partners (e.g., foundations, governments).

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you map the installer landscape in a country like Nigeria with limited formal data?
2 Describe a time you built a cost model for a program; what key assumptions did you make?
3 How do you balance top-down strategic direction with in-country partner autonomy?
4 Walk us through your approach to designing a theory of change for a policy advocacy initiative.
5 What are the top three policy barriers for solar installers in emerging markets, and how would you prioritize them?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic cover letter that doesn't mention the specific countries or policy levers listed.
  • Overemphasizing academic research without showing practical, on-the-ground campaign or advocacy experience.
  • Ignoring the contract nature—don't apply if you're seeking permanent employment or are not available for the six-month scoping phase.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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