Lead - Centre For Clean Mobility

Job Title:
Lead, Centre for Clean Mobility

Location:
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

Level:
Manager

Position type:
Full time

About OMI Foundation:

OMI is a new-age policy research and social innovation think tank developing knowledge frameworks at the intersection of mobility innovation and public good. Our interdisciplinary work is housed across three centres:
The Centres for Future Mobility, Clean Mobility, and Inclusive Mobility. We develop evidence-based policy recommendations on the themes of sustainable urban mobility, electric mobility, energy and mobility, accessibility and inclusion, and the future of work and platform economy.

Key Responsibilities:

As an integral part of the OMI team, you will be supporting the Centre for Clean Mobility on the subject of EVs through research on the overall sector. Your scope of work includes:

Research (60% of the time)

1. Conduct relevant, cutting-edge, and scientifically robust socio-economic and political research on issues and developments on and around electric mobility, charging infrastructure development, integration of renewable energy in mobility, vehicle to grid etc.
2. Maintain the lead on electric vehicle technology trends and the associated policy ecosystem globally for utility in electric mobility and its complementarity with energy storage to unlock its full potential.
3. Examine the contributions needed for low carbon and less polluting energy sources for mobility and propose policy changes to align it with India’s net zero ambitions.
4. Lead the development of knowledge frameworks taking the shape of flagship reports, AI/ML-powered tools and dashboards, white papers, issue briefs, policy briefs, etc. for the state government’s use.

Strategic engagements and communications (40% of the time)

1. Contribute to and guide the state-level and city-level policies on adoption of OMI’s knowledge frameworks through sustained engagement.
2. Foster and strengthen relationships with state and city governments on projects OMI can implement and demonstrate tangible impact.
3. Advance collective understanding on clean mobility through curation of policy dialogues, participation at events hosted by relevant stakeholders, release of multimedia content like explainer videos and podcasts, publishing of opinion editorials in the media, engagements on social media, etc.
4. Beyond policymakers, regulators, and media, engage with key policy influencers like industry associations, think tanks, academic institutes, multilateral organisations, other civil society organisations like citizen groups, campaigning organisations, funding agencies, etc.

Skills and qualifications:

1. Master’s degree (or equivalent) in one or more of the following disciplines:
   renewable energy, electrical/electronics/transport engineering, public policy, urban/environmental planning other related fields
2. Over 5 to 8 years of experience in electric vehicle technology and/or policy research, strategic engagements & communications, public policy & advocacy, preferably, within research organisation/think tank, corporate public policy, public administration, law firm, trade associations or non-governmental organisations, international/ multilateral organisations, media houses, etc.
3. Proven ability to develop partnerships for research, communication, and strategic engagements
4. Outstanding written and oral communications and editing skills;
   proven ability to position issues effectively, both orally and in writing
5. Demonstrated skill in effectively managing teams and creating an enabling working environment
6. Highly organised and detail-oriented thinker who can juggle multiple, competing priorities
7. Functional knowledge of Malayalam (Speaking, reading and writing) would be desirable

To apply:

If you’re the candidate we’re looking for, please apply by sending your latest CV, 3+ writing samples of varying lengths, and a covering letter to comms@omifoundation.org.

Note:

OMI is an equal opportunity employer and actively encourages women, Persons with Disabilities, and other minorities to apply. At OMI, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may discuss the same with your hiring manager.

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