cKinetics is a mission driven Sustainability Insight, Innovation & Capital Advisory Firm. We work with businesses, investors, industry groups as well as thought leaders to continually generate market insight and catalyze change.

For international professionals interested in Sustainability in Emerging Markets, cKinetics has instituted the following fellowships:

• cKinetics Sustainability Fellowship Program (SFP): a program for post-masters professionals looking to build exposure to a practitioners lens towards Sustainability in India
• cKinetics Young International Professionals Program (YIPP): a program for pre-Masters professionals looking to build experience in Sustainability in
  India

The fellowships have terms of 6 months, 1 year and 2 years.

The fellows would work on sustainability related areas such as Sustainable Products, Resource Efficiency, Renewable Energy, Energy Efficiency, Cleantech and Policy.

This is an opportunity to get an intense on-the-ground experience in India (or neighboring emerging markets); and see approaches to balance rapid growth along with sustainable consumption of natural resources.

Logistics
1. Fellows will receive a stipend (it will be comparable to what we pay to candidates in India).
2. We offer assistance with local accommodation and other local logistics
3. All travel to and from India, visa expenses, etc. are to be borne by the candidate

Location:
New Delhi, India

If you are interested, please write to us with a resume and also include a note on why
this is a suitable opportunity for you.
Email HR at: HR@ckinetics.com

cKinetics is a mission driven Sustainability Insight, Innovation & Capital Advisory Firm. We work with businesses, investors, industry groups as well as thought leaders to continually generate market insight and catalyze change.

cKinetics provides internship opportunities very selectively to students in Masters Degree Programs only.

Internships are for 6 months and 1 year. Kindly do not apply for periods shorter than 6 months.

Internship projects are decided every 6 months and cKinetics visits selected campuses where the projects are made public.

You should be in one of the following streams of education:

• Masters in Engineering: Computer Science, Environmental Engineering
• Masters in Environmental Sciences
• Masters in Business Administration

Location:
New Delhi, India

If you are interested, please write to us with a resume and also include a note on why you
would like to do an internship with cKinetics and specific skills that you have to contribute.
Email HR at: HR@ckinetics.com.

cKinetics is a mission driven Sustainability Insight, Innovation & Capital Advisory Firm. We work with businesses, investors, industry groups as well as thought leaders to continually generate market insight and catalyze change.

Profile

If you LIVE AND BREATHE Marketing, we want to talk to you. If you are passionate about Sustainability and know the subject, we want to speak with you even more! You MUST read this entire posting before applying.

The Corporate Communications Specialist will be responsible for developing and implementing the communications plan for cKinetics (www.cKinetics.com) and its division Sustainability Outlook (www.SustainabilityOutlook.in). This would entail developing, implementing, tracking and optimizing our communication across all digital channels.

The role also involves managing engagement with our audience, and fostering community spirit. This role will coordinate with our different teams that generate Sustainability related insights and ensuring they reach our audience.

Position responsibilities

This is a hands on role where you would be responsible for the following:

• Build our market presence by forging a greater and timely visibility of our work (a) online and (b) in mainstream events and media
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop ways of showcasing insights they have developed
• Measure and report performance of all engagement campaigns, and assess against goals (ROI and KPIs)
• Plan and execute all web, SEO/SEM, marketing database, email, social media and display advertising campaigns
• Identify trends and insights, and optimize performance based on the insights
• Brainstorm new and creative marketing strategies

About you

• You are a proactive and independent person who has a demonstrated passion as relates to sustainability
• You have a flexible and creative mind-set
• You have excellent communication, writing skills, and presentation skills
• Proven experience in marketing and/or online community engagement for at least 3 years. Ideally we are looking for someone with 5-8 years of experience.
• Highly creative with experience in identifying target audiences and devising campaigns that engage, inform and motivate
• Demonstrable experience leading online campaigns- managing SEO/SEM, marketing database, email, social media and/or display advertising campaigns; Solid knowledge of Google Analytics

We would be delighted if you had

• Experience in working with Sustainability issues such as climate change, renewable energy, energy efficiency, water management, environmental risk management, sustainability finance, etc.

Location:

New Delhi, India

If you are interested, please write to us with a resume at HR@ckinetics.com and also include a note on why you fit the profile. (Resumes without this will not be considered)

cKinetics is a mission driven Sustainability Insight, Innovation & Capital Advisory Firm. We work with businesses, investors, industry groups as well as thought leaders to continually generate market insight and catalyze change.

cKinetics is looking for problem-solvers who are passionate about Sustainability and Carbon Markets and looking for meaningful as well as cutting-edge work.

The candidate would be part of the California Carbon division of cKinetics, which provides business intelligence and analytics in carbon and clean fuels markets.

The person would be involved in tracking how carbon markets are impacting corporates that hold fossil-fuel linked assets. This will involve studying sectors such as utilities, cement, oil and gas, transportation, amongst others. S/he would coordinate with the other teams to quantify the impact of different carbon prices on these companies; and correspondingly their market value.

Position deliverables:

The role envisages the following activities:

• Writing equity-research briefs for investors
• Tracking assets held by corporates that are influenced by carbon prices
• Understanding how carbon prices impact corporates: developing financial models with projections linked to different scenarios
• Tracking corporate actions related to climate change
• Supporting and actively participating in product development

About you:

• You are looking to take on responsibility and be part of a dynamic environment
• You are good with understanding financial data
• Strong interpersonal skills to be able to interact and collaborate with professionals from varied cultural backgrounds

You must have:

• MBA with a focus on Finance, or a Masters Degree in Economics, Chartered Accountant/ CPA, or a post graduate degree with financial analysis subjects
• 3+ years of work experience (5+ years for Sr Associate) in analysis of corporate equities
• Ability to understand corporate financial statements
• Created financial forecasts and developed models from scratch
• Ability to present and discuss their research and findings to a high-level audience and industry experts
• Excellent English writing skills and the ability to articulate analytical thought in an easily comprehensible manner and to use all insights gathered to build various reports

Location:
New Delhi, India

If you are interested, please write to us with a resume and also include a note on why you fit the profile.
 Email: HR@ckinetics.com

cKinetics is a mission driven Sustainability Insight, Innovation & Capital Advisory Firm. We work with businesses, investors, industry groups as well as thought leaders to continually generate market insight and catalyze change.

cKinetics is looking for a Data Science Associate who is passionate about Sustainability and Carbon Markets and looking for meaningful as well as cutting-edge work.

The candidate would be part of the California Carbon division of cKinetics, which provides business intelligence and analytics in carbon and clean fuels markets.

The person would be involved in tracking and analyzing some of the rapidly evolving carbon markets in North America. These include Western Climate Initiative (California+ Quebec), Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI), California’s Low Carbon Fuel Standards (LCFS), Oregon Clean Fuels Program (CFP), Renewable Fuel Standards (RFS), Canada Clean Fuels Standards, British Columbia LCFS, and so on.

Be on the cutting edge of carbon markets and climate finance analytics!

Role:

The role envisages the following activities:

• Researching and analyzing economic issues pertaining to carbon markets. Analyze a variety of data streams using mathematical models and statistical techniques
• Supporting delivery of reports and analysis. Publishing relevant forecast, commentaries and reports synthesizing the key news and developments
• Engage with proponents in US and Canada to keep track of fast-evolving market developments with regulators, industry bodies, clients, etc.
• Supporting and actively participating in product development

About you:

• You are looking to take on responsibility and be part of a dynamic environment
• You have a methodical and critical mindset for collecting and analysing market data
• Strong interpersonal skills to be able to interact and collaborate with professionals from varied cultural backgrounds

You must have:

• Post-graduation in disciplines such as Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering
• 2+ years of experience in climate finance, or environmental commodities, or data/market analytics
• Desire to work in climate policy, energy markets and/or environmental commodity markets
• Excellent English writing skills and the ability to articulate analytical thought in an easily comprehensible manner and to use all insights gathered to build various reports
• Ability to present and discuss their research and findings to a high-level audience and industry experts
• Demonstrated knowledge and use of standard analytical software such Microsoft excel, R, or SPSS

Nice to have:

• Econometric modeling skills

Location:
New Delhi, India

If you are interested, please write to us with a resume and also include a note on why you fit the profile.
 Email: HR@ckinetics.com

cKinetics is a mission driven Sustainability Insight, Innovation & Capital Advisory Firm. We work with businesses, investors, industry groups as well as thought leaders to continually generate market insight and catalyze change.

cKinetics is looking for an aspiring management consultant looking to help shape the sustainability strategy for manufacturing industries.

The ideal candidate is passionate about Sustainability and looking for meaningful as well as impactful work. She/he should have had past experience in one or more of the following sustainability related areas:

• Resource Efficiency (Energy, water, waste, etc)
• Renewable Energy
• Cleaner Production
• Climate Change Advisory

The person would be involved in consulting engagements focused at shaping solutions for some of today’s most pressing global issues.

Role:
The role envisages the following activities:

• Connecting several dots to create insight and aim to generate new intellectual property (that is the hallmark of most of our assignments)
• Developing impactful client recommendations and delivering them through world-class written and oral presentations
• Delivery responsibility for engagements in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Undertake relevant field work for various projects and provide on ground operational support to cKinetics’ partners and clients, while coordinating with clients and team members in India & across the globe.

About you:

• You are a proactive and independent person who has a demonstrated passion as relates to Sustainability
• You are a strong communicator
• You are a curious and creative individual who is used to solving problems for clients

You must have:

• A Master’s Degree and an educational background that allows you to understand the language of business and technology
• 5-8 years of relevant work experience in one of the following domains: Renewable Energy, Energy Efficiency, Cleaner Production, Climate Change, Environmental Management, Natural Resource Management
• Strong analytical abilities and excellent presentation skills
• Developed spread-sheet based models as a part of your work; or worked on R
• Prior consulting experience: either management consulting or operational consulting
• Ability to work ‘hands-on’ and multi-task in an energetic environment

Location:
New Delhi, India

If you are interested, please write to us with a resume and also include a note on why you fit the profile.
Email HR at: HR@ckinetics.com

cKinetics is a mission driven Sustainability Insight, Innovation & Capital Advisory Firm. We work with businesses, investors, industry groups as well as thought leaders to continually generate market insight and catalyze change.

Associates are required to lead / support consulting projects in the different verticals that cKinetics is operating in.

The ideal candidates should:

• Be seeking to build a career in the rapidly-emerging field of business sustainability. This covers: Sustainable Products, Resource Efficiency, Renewable Energy, Energy Efficiency, Cleantech and Sustainability Policy
• Seek and be able to take on a disproportionate level of responsibility at this stage of his/her career.

Role
Selected person(s) will join cKinetics’ Sustainability advisory practice. The role envisages the following activities:

• End-to-end delivery responsibility for engagements identified
• Undertake relevant field work for various projects and provide on ground operational support to cKinetics’ partners and clients, while coordinating with other team members in India & in the US.
• Building on relationships with potential and existing clients and be responsible for the business development in the assigned areas

About you

• You are looking to build a long term career in consulting
• You are a proactive and independent person who has a demonstrated passion as relates to sustainability

You must have:

• Have a Masters degree/ MBA and 3-6 years of relevant work experience
• Have strong analytical abilities and excellent presentation skills
• Have consulting experience, specifically operational consulting, with a focus on operational efficiency management, process mapping and/ or new product development
• Have client interaction/ management experience
• Strategic thinking abilities for business development
• Ability to work ‘hands-on’ and multi-task in an energetic start-up environment
• Demonstrated ability to be an individual contributor as also work in teams.

Location:
New Delhi, India

If you are interested, please write to us with a resume and also include a note on why you fit the profile.
Email HR at: HR@ckinetics.com

cKinetics is a mission driven Sustainability Insight, Innovation & Capital Advisory Firm. We work with businesses, investors, industry groups as well as thought leaders to continually generate market insight and catalyze change.

Sr Associates will manage projects end-to-end related to Sustainability Finance, Climate Finance, and helping build the business case for Sustainability.

The consulting engagements will be focused at shaping solutions for some of today’s most pressing global issues: climate change and sustainability. The ideal candidate should be inquisitive, be keen on problem solving, and has been involved in some way with business sustainability. She/he is looking to build a career in management consulting.

Interdisciplinary thinkers will thrive in our work environment.

Position deliverables

• Connecting several dots to create insight and aim to generate new intellectual property (that is the hallmark of most of our assignments)
• Constructing models that capture financial flows, financial impact on businesses/ investors, etc.
• Developing impactful client recommendations and delivering them through world-class written and oral presentations
• Delivery responsibility for engagements in a timely and cost-effective manner

About you

• You are a proactive and independent person who has a demonstrated passion as relates to sustainability
• You are looking to join a growth firm and be part of a dynamic environment
• You have a flexible and creative mind-set
• You are a curious and creative individual able to understand quickly the complexities of the company’s products and markets

You must have

• Have a Masters degree/ MBA/ CFA Level III certification
• 4-8 years of relevant work experience where you have leveraged your business / financial modeling skills to develop business insights
• Have strong analytical abilities and excellent presentation skills
• Have prior consulting experience: either management consulting or operational consulting
• Ability to work ‘hands-on’ and multi-task in an energetic environment

Location
New Delhi, India

If you are interested, please write to us with a resume and also include a note on why you fit the profile.
Email HR at: HR@ckinetics.com

At CEEW, we are deliberate about what we stand for (and what we don't stand for!) as an employer. So, if the below description strikes a chord, we would love to hear from you!

At CEEW, we build careers in public policy.

• We offer strong visionary leadership – with an emphasis on research and impact at scale.
• We actively promote leadership through initiatives.​
• We celebrate talent and ambition​
• You will be surrounded by smart people who will challenge you and help you grow.
• You will learn faster than your peers in other organisations.​
• Curiosity and irreverence as well as responsibility come together at CEEW​
• You will get best in market remuneration​
• We provide a safe space for all​
• At CEEW, your life is your example for others​

Designation offered: Research Analyst

Focus Area: Low Carbon Economy

Reporting to: Programme Associate

Location: New Delhi, India

Purpose

CEEW seeks to hire a suitable candidate for the position of Research Analyst to expand its work in the area of low carbon economy, particularly in the evolving field of AFOLU (Agriculture, Forestry and Other Land Use) sector. Our programme of work on policy analysis is driven with the broader objective to support India’s energy and climate policy through evidence based unbiased research and cutting-edge analytical approaches. The candidate should have a strong interest in climate policy issues along with an inclination towards sustainable agriculture and land-use emissions approaches. Prior knowledge in Integrated Assessment Modelling will be an advantage.

Job Duties and Accountabilities

Research

• To study existing literature and build analytical understanding of the Indian AFOLU sector emissions and their reduction potentiality.
• To conduct an in-depth modelling exercise (using GCAM) focussing on a particular theme of the AFOLU sector using relevant tools and software.
• To develop research projects to strengthen and expand the existing programme of research with particular focus on AFOLU sector.
• To survey and analyse the research data using different data analysis software and tools.
• To publish in high quality peer reviewed national and international journals.
• To present research to key constituencies, advisory bodies, conferences & research institutes.
• To develop research networks locally, nationally and internationally in support of research programmes.
• To extrapolate and verify data provided by research analysts/programme officers, evaluate, organise and edit the data into comprehensive standard report forms.
• To develop surveys and questionnaires and to collect, collate and analyse responses using different data analysis software and tools.
• To keep a tab on the policy developments in India and across key countries of the world on AFOLU, energy, and climate policy.
• To write research reports/papers.
• To generate knowledge content – blogs, policy briefs in regular intervals.
• To engage with relevant stakeholders, represent organisation and attend conferences and sessions, relevant to climate policy.
• To travel to project sites, when required, to conduct interviews or collect data for different research projects.

Selection Criteria

Education

• Master’s degree with specialisation in agriculture, agricultural economics, forestry or related field.
• Should have a strong inclination towards research, including an understanding of experimental and analytical research.
• Familiarity with quantitative skills and a high degree of comfort with quantitative and qualitative analysis.

Main skills

• Basic understanding of the AFOLU sector is essential.
• Strong analytic skills including programming knowledge of R/Python.
• Strong networking and business development skills.
• Ability to conduct techno-economic analysis, cost & benefit analysis, sound knowledge of basic economic principles.
• Good written and oral communication skills; Good report writing skills.
• Ability to use MS Office application suit including MS Excel.

Personality

• Willingness to learn new (research and project management) skills.
• Ability to adapt to new environment and deliver under tight deadlines in a professional environment.
• Striving for rigour in research and quality in work output.
• Ability to dig deeper into details, while also keeping a sense of the broader objectives and big picture.
• Willingness to learn, grow and develop at personal and professional front, at a rapid pace with a steep learning curve.
• Ability to work in an interdisciplinary and multicultural environment.

Compensation

CEEW offers competitive compensation commensurate to the experience and matching the best of standards adopted by industry or other similar organizations for similar roles.

Application Process

CEEW is an equal-opportunity employer, and the selection process does not discriminate based on age, gender, ethnicity, religion, or caste. Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

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

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified by us. We appreciate your interest.

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At CEEW, we are deliberate about what we stand for (and what we don’t stand for!) as an employer. So, if the below description strikes a chord, we would love to hear from you!

At CEEW, we build careers in public policy

• We offer strong visionary leadership – with emphasis on research and impact at scale
• We actively promote leadership by initiative​
• We celebrate talent and ambition​
• You will be surrounded by smart ambitious people who will challenge you and help you grow​
• You will learn faster than your peers in other organisations​
• Curiosity and irreverence, as well as responsibility, come together at CEEW​
• You will get above-market remuneration​
• We provide a safe space for all​
• At CEEW, your life is your example for others​ 

Designation offered:
Research Analyst
Focus Areas:
Sustainable Mobility
Reporting to:
Programme Lead
Location:
New Delhi

Purpose

The Sustainable Mobility team at CEEW is looking for a Research Analyst to join our dynamic team, dedicated to transforming road transport with a focus on emerging Tier-II cities. Our focus spans various vehicles – from 2 and 3-wheelers to cars, buses, and medium and heavy- duty trucks. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing strategic roadmaps and scenario-based approaches tailored to advance sustainable mobility.

The project aims to support the Municipal Corporations and other stakeholders in advancing sustainable, inclusive urban planning and mobility. This involves data-driven diagnostics, participatory planning, and the development of actionable interventions that align with local 2 development and climate priorities. To enable effective engagement and seamless implementation, a dedicated local resource is required to act as the liaison between the project team, the Municipal Corporation, and other stakeholders on the ground.

Job Duties and Accountabilities:

Stakeholder, Research and Project Management Unit Support

To provide project management support, facilitate stakeholder consultations, and act as the on- ground representative of the project team at the Municipal Corporation office, ensuring smooth coordination, documentation, and communication throughout the project lifecycle.

• Serve as the primary point of contact between the project team and the Municipal Corporation.
• Support the scheduling, preparation, and facilitation of stakeholder meetings, workshops, focus group discussions, and public consultations.
• Assist in identifying and engaging relevant stakeholders, including municipal officials, state departments, civil society groups, and citizens.
• Provide logistical and administrative support for all project-related events and convenings.
• Supervising and supporting on-ground primary survey data collection, including conducting QA/QC checks and spot verification to ensure data integrity and adherence to protocols.
• Maintain regular documentation of meetings, minutes, decisions, and follow-up actions.
• Monitor local developments relevant to the project and update the team accordingly.
• Facilitate access to municipal data, reports, and permissions required for surveys and studies.
• Support the project team in disseminating findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Maintain a regular presence at the Municipal Corporation office, ensuring responsiveness to queries and proactive support to officials and the project team.
• Support specific projects and overall activity planning related to electric vehicle transition and sustainable mobility research. Facilitate collaboration and integration of efforts across various research teams.
• Collaborate with urban planners, policymakers, and transportation departments to integrate air quality considerations into mobility solutions.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and policy briefs. Ensure documentation is clear, accurate, and persuasive, effectively communicating complex information to a variety of audiences, including policymakers, technical staff, and the general public.
• Actively engage with key stakeholders, including government agencies, industry partners, environmental groups, and the community, to gather insights and build relationships.

Selection Criteria

Work experience

• 1+ years.

Qualification

• Bachelors or Preferably Masters in Science/Engineering/Technology/Policy—Urban Planning, Developmental Studies, Environmental, Transport, Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, Energy or related quantitative disciplines

Key skills

• Excellent wriBen and verbal communication skills in Tamil, Hindi and English with the ability to convey technical findings to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate and engage with multiple stakeholders, including government officials, community groups, and technical teams, in an urban governance context.
• Well versed in the mechanics and modalities of city level master and comprehensive mobility plans.
• Strong organizational skills with a Bention to detail, ability to manage timelines, and deliver quality outputs under limited supervision.
• Proficiency in using MS Office is a must.
• Must have strong research and project management skills – capability to carry out literature review is a key requisite.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work on multi-disciplinary projects.
• Ability to think on your feet for solving complex and evolving problems in mobility.
• The primary location for this role will be in Tamil Nadu, The scope of work may expand to include activities in other cities, such as Surat and Bhubaneswar metropolitan areas, as the project evolves.
• Willingness to travel frequently within Tamil Nadu and to other project cities, as required, is essential for effective supervision of field activities, stakeholder engagement, logistical support and data collection oversight.

Additional Considerations

Background and experience in one or more of the following sub-themes would be a plus

• Multi-lingual proficiency is highly desirable.
• Strong quantitative and analytical abilities, with experience in applied data analysis and econometrics using tools such as R, SPSS, or STATA.
• Techno-economic assessments of alternative powertrains (hybrid, electric, fuel-cell), vehicle stock and flow dynamics, traffic flow and travel demand modelling.
• Fundamentals of EV technology, market diffusion trends, charging infrastructure, city/local to national policies and their benefits.
• Proficiency in geospatial analysis and mapping using QGIS or ArcGIS, with the ability to visualize complex datasets.

“If you are passionate about sustainable mobility, we would like to speak to you. If you can turn ideas into research problems to inform policies for sustainable mobility, then we would definitely consider hiring you! If you can collaborate closely with others to make this happen, you are probably the candidate we are looking for.”

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

Compensation
Competitive compensation – commensurate to the experience and matching the best of standards adopted by industry or other similar organisations for similar roles.

Application Process

CEEW is an equal opportunity employer and the selection process does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, caste, ethnicity, religion, or sexuality. Female candidates are encouraged to apply. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Interested applicants are advised to apply at the earliest possible.

In addition to your resume and cover letter, we ask that candidates submit supplementary materials (attachments or preferably shared via cloud) to showcase your technical skills and previous work.

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