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 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 Intern
Focus area
Sustainable Water Programme
Location
New Delhi, India
Reporting to
Programme Associate
Duration
March/April 2024 – May/June 2024
Purpose
The CEEW’s sustainable water programme is informing policy-making for the sustainable development of water resources and their effective management through research in areas of circular economy in used water management and water bodies rejuvenation; capacity building for mainstreaming climate action in water; policy coherence in water-energy-food sectors; and water accounting based planning.
For its sustainable water programme, CEEW seeks to hire a Research Intern who has a sound understanding of the water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) sector. The intern will mainly review relevant national-level policies and programmes, and other forms of national and international literature on climate change and WASH. Candidates having an educational background in WASH or with a strong component of WASH in their related degree are encouraged to apply.
Job duties and accountabilities
Research and Project Assistance
- Have a good understanding of WASH sector and how it is at risk from climate change
- Have a good understanding of various kind of social and economic vulnerabilities that impact WASH sector
- Support systematic review of literature
- Support development of questionnaires and stakeholder consultations
- Support in report writing and preparation of presentations
- Any other work assigned
Selection Criteria
Qualification and work experience
- Master’s degree (completed or pursuing) in water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH); water supply; water science; environmental science; or a related field
Key Skills
- Should have strong research skills to support a systematic review of the literature
- Ability to write in a manner that can summarise and communicate the insights/findings
- Good presentation skills
Personality
- Willingness to learn new (research) skills
- Ability to adapt and deliver under tight deadlines in a professional environment
- Striving for rigour in research and quality in work output
- Ability to effectively work in a team
- Ability to dig deeper into details while keeping a sense of the big picture
- Ability to work in an interdisciplinary and multicultural environment
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 organizations 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.
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified by us. We appreciate your interest.
