Manager - Clean Energy Access

The Manager Clean Energy Access (MCEA) will be a key member of the CLASP India program team and will be responsible for supporting the design and implementation of CLASPs strategy, plans, and deliverables for the Clean Energy Access program. S/he shall work closely with CLASPs program team members in New Delhi to support the development and execution of several projects goals and objectives within the Modern Energy Cooking Services Program, Efficiency for Access and VeraSol programs.

The incumbent shall work collaboratively with CLASPs cross-cutting teams in Washington D.C., Kenya, India and Southeast Asia, as well as a wide network of international partners and program stakeholders, including government agencies, funding institutions, program partners, appliance manufacturers and distributors, and local and international NGOs and companies to support market and standards development and implementation in India.

Key Job Responsibilities:

(A) Program Oversight:

(1) Working through the team, directing the implementation, delivery and reporting of program outputs;

(2) Oversee program budgets and staffing plans;

(3) Guide and review project terms of reference and work plans to ensure projects adhere to realistic timelines, stay within budget, and meet CLASPs quality standards.

(B) Lead and grow a high-performing team:

(1) Supervise and enable the continued growth of a dynamic team of professional staff, facilitate research training and professional development, and identify future staffing and recruiting needs.

(C) Establish and nurture strategic partnerships:

(1) Build support among key stakeholders and forge new, impact-focused partnerships, including with sector industry leaders, think tanks, government decision makers, donor organizations, etc.

(D) Track impacts and progress:

(1) Contribute to the ongoing development of program impact metrics;

(2) Monitor and evaluate the progress of project activities, identify opportunities for improvement, and communicate progress.

(E) Communication and Advocacy:

(1) Work with CLASPs communications team to design and disseminate program outcomes, lessons learned, etc.;

(2) Represent CLASP at internal and external events, including preparing and presenting research to diverse audiences.

4. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES:

Qualification

Applicants must have graduate degree in a relevant field i.e. engineering, international relations, development, economics, environmental science. Masters degree shall be preferred.

Experience

(1) Minimum eight years of professional experience of program design and implementation in energy efficiency, clean energy, economics, public policy, or energy in the Indian context;

(2) Experience of working with or for subnational Governments in support of energy policy design and implementation is highly desirable;

(3) Significant experience managing relationships with clients and/or funders, and experience with managing staff, contractors, and consultants;

(4) Experience of managing a team is desirable.

Skills and Competencies

(1) Ability to maintain composure, flexibility, and a sense of humor under tight deadlines;

(2) Ability to handle multiple deadlines and complete assignments with minimal supervision in a fast-paced workplace;

(3) Entrepreneurial approach to design and execution of long-term initiatives, and a proactive, nimble, and strategic approach to problem-solving;

(4) Persuasive communication skills, both verbal and written; excellent written and spoken English a must;

(5)Effective Collaborator: Skilled in working across cultures and dispersed teams; builds trust quickly and supports team members to succeed. Comfortable asking questions and navigating complex situations;

(6) Flexible and Adaptive: Handles diverse team needs and willingly steps beyond defined roles. Thrives in dynamic settings and adjusts easily to changing priorities;

(7) Humble Team Player: Takes initiative across tasks big or small; earns influence without authority and readily supports others to achieve shared goals;

(8) Abundant Thinker: Brings curiosity, creativity, and a solutions-focused mindset. Sees challenges as opportunities and thrives in collaborative, innovative environments;

(9) Mission-Driven: Deeply committed to climate action, energy efficiency, and sustainability. Aligns work with purpose and impact.