Research Analyst - Sustainable Water

Core responsibilities:

• Conduct qualitative research using primary and secondary sources
• Identify, download, and process datasets for risk assessment in the water sector
• Support preparation of research reports, presentations, and knowledge products like blogs and policy briefs
• Assist senior researchers in conceptualizing new projects and developing research proposals

This role informs policy-making for sustainable water resource development and management through research on circular economy in water management, climate action mainstreaming, and water accounting-based planning, creating positive change in India's water sector.

Required qualifications and skills:

• Master's degree in water resources, environmental studies, or disaster risk resilience with focus on climate risks to water
• Minimum one year experience in risk assessments or related datasets and policies
• Excellent data source identification, mining, and organization skills
• Strong research skills for quantitative and qualitative data analysis
• Good writing skills for reports and content creation
• Proficiency in MS Office suite and effective presentation skills

Benefits include:

• Above-market remuneration (competitive compensation commensurate with experience)
• Strong visionary leadership with emphasis on research and impact at scale
• Fast learning environment surrounded by smart colleagues
• Safe space for all employees
• Opportunities for leadership development and career growth

The Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW) is a public policy research institution focused on informing policy-making for sustainable development through research in energy, environment, and water sectors, with emphasis on climate action and impact at scale.