Energy Policy and Regulations Bengaluru Experience 3-6 Location Bengaluru Description We are seeking a dynamic skilled and experienced professional for the position of Analyst Senior Analyst to join the Energy and Power team at CSTEP and support ongoing work on Just Transition The Analyst will play a vital role in analysing and assessing the regulatory landscape and policy developments impacting Just Transition in India particularly in the context of renewable energy development The role will also involve contributing to the formulation of strategies and recommendations to help achieve India s Just Transition goals while implementing energy transition policies The shortlisted candidate will lead analytical and policy-oriented research on energy transition with a solid focus on justice and equity This position requires strong technical analytical and policy skills along with the ability to engage effectively with both internal and external stakeholders Responsibilities Research and Analysis Lead research on Just Transition pathways for renewable energy RE development across Indian states with emphasis on social economic and environmental impacts on affected communities Assess technical economic and policy levers to drive fair and inclusive energy transitions including workforce reskilling community benefit-sharing land-use planning and equitable access to clean energy Evaluate state-level RE characteristics including resource potential local economic dependencies and social vulnerability indicators to inform and contextualise transition strategies Stakeholder Engagement Collaborate with stakeholders at state national and community levels to co-develop actionable recommendations for just and equitable RE deployment Prepare policy briefs technical reports presentations and journal articles to share research findings and recommendations Represent the organisation in research forums energy transition discussions roundtables and conferences providing expert insights and influencing policy conversations Willingness to travel across India to engage with stakeholders and support project requirements Qualifications Bachelor s or Master s degree in a relevant field such as law public policy economics environmental studies or a related social science field 3-5 years of professional experience in one or more of the following areas energy transition research Just Transition planning renewable energy policy and planning socio-economic impact assessment community engagement data analytics and policy advocacy and communications Skill Set In-depth knowledge of India s regulatory framework policies and market dynamics in the renewable energy and power sectors with an understanding of the social and economic impacts of energy transitions Familiarity with energy transition trends Just Transition best practices emerging clean energy technologies and leading sustainability frameworks Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex regulatory and policy documents and provide strategic recommendations Excellent written and verbal communication skills including proficiency in preparing presentations and reports Demonstrated experience engaging stakeholders and cultivating effective relationships with regulatory authorities industry associations and state-level government agencies Proven ability to lead and collaborate within cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously Strong problem-solving capabilities and the capacity to work efficiently under tight deadlines Proficiency in data analysis and research methodologies