Program Overview
The Climate Program at WRI focuses on the technical, economic and social benefits of climate action, as well as the cost of inaction to support country transitions toward net zero emissions as outlined in the Paris Agreement, that is just, inclusive and leave no one behind. At the global level, we are working on several main areas: (1) stepping up national climate action while building economies that are cleaner, more equitable and offer better quality of jobs; (2) advancing international climate action through international cooperation on climate change to implement the Paris Agreement and make ambitious, equitable climate action a reality; (3) providing national governments, cities and companies with tools and resources to track progress toward their climate goals and strengthen accountability for existing climate commitments; and (4) tracking progress toward climate goals and supporting equity and development goals in the transition to a net zero emissions while ensuring that the transition will bring more just and equitable society.
At national level we work collaboratively with the government to design ambitious climate action plans that align with long-term climate goals and national development plans through research, policymaking processes, and climate negotiations. We also support businesses, civil society, local governments, and other non-state actors as they pursue their own emissions-reduction and adaptation goals. We have built various climate tools to inform good decision making and ensure accountability for existing commitments, as well as tracking progress on climate action
Job Highlight
The Climate Research Analyst will provide support to the WRI Indonesia climate team with high-quality research and in-depth policy analysis.Key responsibilities include the development and dissemination of rigorous research product designed to meet the information and data needed by targeted audience, including policy makers, stakeholders, and broader public. In addition to supporting the research duty, the Climate Research Analyst will also contribute to project management and stakeholder engagement activities. This includes coordination with internal and external partners, supporting the planning and implementation of climate-related initiatives.
The Climate Research Analyst will report to the Climate Action Senior Lead while working collaboratively with other relevant teams at WRI Indonesia and WRI global office. This position will be based in Jakarta with an office-flex working arrangement and possibility of doing travel when needed. In support of WRI's DEI commitment, you are responsible for actively participating in these collaborative efforts by integrating equity into your work, our workplace, and the organizational culture.
What You Will Do
Research (60%)
- Develop robust and unbiased research and knowledge products that are designed to inform target audiences on tackling issues of climate change, enhance climate ambitions, just transition and road to net zero pathways at national and subnational level.
- Provide analysis as required on climate science and associated impact of climate change, as well as mitigation and adaptation effort at national and subnational levels.
- Contribute to designing Indonesia climate target and long-term strategies at national and sub national level and climate action that is aligned with national development planning, the National Determined Contributions (NDC) and Long-Term Strategy on Low Carbon and Climate Resilience.
- Support technical analysis, data collection and writing process of research and analysis, related to sectoral GHG emissions accounting, climate modeling and analysis, and other policy notes/ recommendations developed using available science and methodology.
- Conduct a team collaborative effort in preparing materials in the form of concept notes, power point slides and/or talking points relevant to climate analysis.
- Familiarize WRI research standards and guidance in the effort to produce a knowledge product that fulfils the organizationโs standard.
Project Management (30%)
- Support in organizing internal and external meetings, FGDs, workshops, conferences, and dissemination activities under climate portfolio including administrative works on the activity's implementation preparation.
- Prepare relevant materials, notes taking, and produce relevant report of both internal and external meetings.
- Support team as necessary in developing funding proposal, project report, and communication and knowledge product with manager guidance.
Stakeholder Engagement (10%)
- Communicate research approaches and findings effectively to internal and external audiences with managerโs guidance.
- Actively involved in stakeholder engagement activities in order to build and maintain relationships.
- Support in strengthening the engagement with donors, policy makers, and key stakeholders at national and sub-national level by providing necessary and accurate data and information related to each engagement activity.
What You Will Need
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelorโs degree in environmental science/engineering, climate, meteorology, statistics, or other relevant fields.
- Minimum 3 (three) years of relevant experience in climate and/or environmental research activities/projects.
- Ability to do desk research, fact checking, write reports, and written product reviews with oversight from manager.
- Ability to support discrete elements of research projects with manager support, e.g. systematically reviewing and synthesizing existing literature; collecting, cleaning, organizing, analyzing and visualizing data, especially quantitative data.
- Ability to communicate research approaches and findings effectively to internal audience as well as to external audience with manager guidance, using compelling presentation skills
- Business proficiency in Bahasa Indonesia and English on both verbal and written communications
- Ability to speak in an organized, clear and articulate manner for a wide range of audiences.
- Critical thinking and well-structured research approach and methodology.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and cross-sectoral themes.
- Highly motivated, strong can-do attitude, proactive work style, and excellent organizational skills and work ethic.
- Ability and willingness to travel when needed.
- Legally able to work in Indonesia.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Interest and experience in climate change, just transition, energy, electric mobility, or other natural resources issues.
Duration
Initial contract period up to 31 December 2025 with possibility of extension subject to individual performance evaluation, project needs, and budget availability.
Deliverables
- Co-produce 1-2 knowledge products annually (can be in the form of policy brief, technical note, working paper or report) according to WRI standard, published and properly disseminated to targeted audience.
- Assigned tasks related to stakeholdersโ outreach/collaboration and project management support are completed in a timely manner
- Workshops/trainings plan for key stakeholders are delivered according to project plan and timeline
- Regular involvement in team discussions for project development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation
- Research works and reports are developed, submitted, and disseminated in a timely and satisfactory manner.
Term of Payment
Daily rate-based consultant with a maximum of 20 (twenty) working days per month.
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Contract Arrangement
Individual consultancy contract (Part-time, limited term)
What we offer
- Consultant rate that is commensurate with experience and skills
- Travel insurance for both domestic and international for any travel duty as assigned by WRI Indonesia
- Access to the WRI global network
- A workplace that strives to put diversity and inclusion at the heart of our work
Must have authorization to work in Indonesia to be eligible for this position.
Final candidates might be required to take a writing test and to produce two writing samples when needed.
How to apply: In order to be formally considered, please submit an updated resume and cover letter through WRI career portal .
Application close: 1700 (DKI Jakarta local time), 6 June 2025 We will close the advert earlier when the best candidates are identified at earlier dates.
This is a locally engaged position; Indonesian nationals are encouraged to apply.
About Us
Founded in 1982, World Resources Institute (WRI) is an independent, nonprofit global research organization that turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity, and human well-being. We are working to address seven critical challenges that the world must overcome this decade to secure a sustainable future for people and the planet: climate change, energy, food, forests, water, sustainable cities, and the ocean. WRI has a global staff of over 1,800 people with work spanning 60 countries. We have offices in Africa, Brazil, China, Europe, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Colombia and the United States, as well as a growing presence in other countries and regions.
The foundation of our work is delivering high-quality research, data, maps, and analysis to solve the worldโs greatest environment and international development challenges and improve peopleโs lives. We work with leaders in government, business, and civil society to drive ambitious action and create change on the ground. Equally important, we bring together partners to develop breakthrough ideas and scale-up solutions for far-reaching, enduring impact.
Our mission and values:
WRIโs mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earthโs environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations.
Our values are shared ideals that bind us together: Integrity, Innovation, Urgency, Independence, Respect.
Our culture:
WRI is committed to advancing gender and social equity for human well-being in our mission and applies this principle to our organizational and programmatic practices. We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, we embrace all diversity and encourage women, gender diverse communities, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply. Recognizing our strong commitment to gender equality, WRI has also been awarded EDGE certification.
WRI Indonesia is national entity (Yayasan) associated with the World Resources Institute (WRI), a global environmental research organization that turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity, and human well-being. WRI work with various stakeholders in the natural resources sector to support policy and management that are both profitable and sustainable. WRI work with leaders in more than 50 countries for more than 30 years, with offices in Brazil, China, Europe, India, Indonesia, Mexico, and the United States.
Launched in early 2014, WRI Indonesia builds on WRIโs 10-year history in the country, and strengthens our impact on the ground. In the short-to-medium term, WRI Indonesia aims to expand its presence.
- Interest and experience in climate change, just transition, energy, electric mobility, or other natural resources issues.