Senior Research Fellow or Research Fellow – Climate and Sustainability Programme

Job title:

Senior Research Fellow or Research Fellow – Climate and Sustainability Programme

Company

ODI

Job description

ODISenior Research Fellow or Research Fellow –Climate and Sustainability ProgrammeContract: Three yearsSalary: Senior Research Fellow – £55,000 – £71,000 per annum or Research Fellow – £ 47,700 – £ 60,420 per annumLocation: London based hub – with hybrid working in the UKRef: CAS0224An independent, global think tank, working for a sustainableand peaceful world in which every person thrives.About usODI (odi.org) is an independent, global think tank. We work to inspire people to act on injustice and inequality. Through research, convening and influencing, we generate ideas that matter for people and planet.We offer competitive salaries, a generous company pension scheme, hybrid working and a range of flexible, family-friendly and inclusive employment policies to support well-being and a healthy work-life balance.The Climate and Sustainability Programme at ODI is working to build a more equitable world, underpinned by climate-compatible development and sustainable stewardship of natural resources. We support governments, communities and industries to secure just and sustainable transitions, drawing on our renowned expertise in energy, cities, agriculture, land, water, and the connections between them.Purpose of the jobWe are recruiting for two new positions at Senior Research Fellow or Research Fellow level. The roles will specialise in just energy transitions and/or sustainable finance to help lead and coordinate our broad portfolio of work in this space. The successful candidates will be responsible for:

• Designing, fundraising for, conducting and managing high-quality, innovative projects, drawing on expertise across the institute;
• Providing technical assistance and policy advice to senior decision-makers;
• Participating in public affairs and representing the institute on major research and policy agendas, in line with the Institute’s overall strategy (which includes a dedicated pillar on tackling the climate, environment and biodiversity crisis).

Appointment as a Research Fellow requires substantial experience in policy-oriented research or related arenas (policy advice, policy formulation, technical assistance), a record of publication and public affairs, and clear evidence of successful development, fundraising and delivery of research projects.Appointment as a Senior Research Fellow requires that the candidate is recognised as an authority in their own field, capable of providing intellectual leadership and advancing substantive new areas of work. They should have a significant and distinctive body of research and/or advisory work to their name, a record of influential publication and public affairs, plus some experience in management/leadership positions.Person specification:EssentialKnowledge and Qualifications

• A post-graduate degree in relevant discipline
• Extensive and deep knowledge of key issues and organisations in relevant field.
• Emerging expert (RF) or established expert (SRF) in their chosen field.

Experience

• Experience (RF) or extensive experience (SRF) in policy-oriented research and/or direct policy formulation, demonstrated by a track record of influential publications and/or delivery of major policy initiatives.
• Track record of engagement in multilateral processes (such as United Nations, multilateral development banks or G7/G20 initiatives) and/or domestic policy processes (e.g. through technical assistance to politicians and civil servants) in economies at diverse levels of income.
• Experience of leadership and management at senior level in an academic or policy environment (SRF).

Skills/Abilities

• Excellent research and analytical skills
• Capacity to write clearly and persuasively, and first-class verbal communication skills.
• A demonstrated capacity for policy advisory and or public affairs work, based on a rigorous approach, and an innovative and creative communications ability.
• Ability to translate research and policy ideas into compelling and fundable projects and initiatives.
• Skills in negotiation, listening, communication of ideas, problem solving, decision making.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, providing both leadership and mentoring for less senior staff.
• Proven organisational and time management skills, including managing a complex and varied workload.
• Fluency in English
• Proven ability to fundraise and build up a coherent portfolio of research and advisory work.

Desirable

• Fluency or competency in a language or languages other than English.
• Experience of working in international organisations and developing/emerging economies.
• A PhD on a relevant topic.

Closing date: 15 August 2024Interview date: Mid- SeptemberODI is committed to developing and supporting diverse and inclusive teams of people who share our passion, where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. We welcome applicants from a range of diverse backgrounds including those who experience intersectional marginalisation on the basis of their class, race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious identity or belief, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. We also welcome applications from those living with disabilities.This post may be of interest to those keen to contribute to ODI’s decolonisation agenda.To download the job description and role details please follow .If you are experiencing difficulties downloading, please telephone 020 7922 0300 or email .ODI is an equal opportunities employerCharity Reg. No.228248

Expected salary

£55000 – 71000 per year

Location

London

Job date

Sat, 13 Jul 2024 03:27:31 GMT

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