Senior Program Officer, Energy

Summary
The Senior Program Officer will be a key contributor to the Energy Systems programme at Climate Groups India office, supporting the delivery of clean energy and electrification initiatives that accelerate private-sector action. The role combines research, insight development and stakeholder engagement to help shape credible, India-specific pathways for the clean energy transition. The Officer will work with external partners, business leaders and Climate Group colleagues across global offices, supporting high-quality project delivery and effective collaboration. They will also engage with companies participating in Climate Groups business campaigns including RE100, EV100 and the Smart Energy Coalition to help design and implement strategies that enable real-world change. About the role
Climate Group is working to accelerate clean energy demand in India by building coalitions and networks that enable faster, more ambitious climate action. Through its Energy Systems programme, Climate Group aims to catalyse private-sector demand for clean energy and support policymakers with credible industry insights to help decarbonise Indias power sector. RE100 is a flagship global business campaign within the Energy Systems programme, bringing together leading companies committed to 100% renewable electricity. As part of this work, the Senior Program Officer will contribute to strengthening the Energy Systems programme in India by working with business and policy partners, supporting the implementation of scalable clean energy pathways, and enabling informed decision-making on sectoral decarbonisation. Key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting quantitative research, data analysis and stakeholder interviews to generate insights that inform business and policy outcomes, including the development of reports, briefs, blogs and internal memos.
• Acting as an operational and technical resource to support decarbonisation efforts across clean energy and electrification initiatives.
• Working with project partners and other stakeholders to align deliverables, facilitate knowledge-sharing forums, and strengthen business engagement across priority projects and solutions.
• Supporting internal teams on project development activities, including proposal writing, business outreach and knowledge dissemination.

As a mission-driven organisation, we may ask colleagues to take on temporary assignments or secondments in a different team to support organisational priorities. We see these as opportunities for development and internal mobility, managed transparently and with appropriate support.
About you

You bring a strong interest in clean energy and climate action, along with the skills and experience to contribute to research, stakeholder engagement and project delivery. You are comfortable working across technical, policy and business contexts, and are motivated by the opportunity to support real-world decarbonisation outcomes.

We value strengths and the desire to learn if you meet the majority of the criteria listed below, please apply.

Essential

• A Masters degree (or a Bachelors degree with equivalent professional experience) in energy, public policy or a related field.
• Experience engaging with industry and/or government stakeholders on ESG-related topics, particularly in the electricity and power sector.
• Understanding of electrification of thermal processes and systems; and corporate renewable electricity procurement mechanisms (such as open access, PPAs, certificates and emerging market instruments).
• Relevant professional experience in management consulting, policy think tanks, research organisations or similar environments.

Desirable

• Understanding of one or more of the following: electricity market design; grid integration issues; and regulatory frameworks governing corporate decarbonisation in India and globally.
• Experience in sustainability consulting, carbon management or climate mitigation, particularly in large-scale projects or work with corporate businesses.
• Familiarity with qualitative research and analysis methods, along with strong policy-focused writing skills.
• Experience working with government agencies, research organisations, civil society groups and international collaborations, particularly in the Indian context.

About Climate Group
Climate Group drives climate action. Fast. Our goal is a world of net zero carbon emissions by 2050, with greater prosperity for all. We focus on systems with the highest emissions and where our networks have the greatest opportunity to drive change. We do this by building large and influential networks and holding organisations accountable, turning their commitments into action. We share what we achieve together to show more organisations what they could do. We are an international non-profit organisation, founded in 2004, with offices in London, Amsterdam, Beijing, New Delhi and New York.

Climate Group is an international organisation, and we want to reflect that in our staff. People who work for us, and people who apply, need to feel heard, safe, and included. That is why we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion throughout our application process and in our offices. We encourage applications from people of all ages, gender identities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ethnicities, as we value a wide range of experiences and perspectives. Our location
Youll be based in our New Delhi office and will enjoy the benefits of flexible and hybrid working: 2 days in the office and 3 days from home. What we offer
Our people are at the heart of what we do. Youll be joining a global community of bold, ambitious doers who are committed to driving climate action fast. This is a fixed-term 12-month position with the possibility of renewal. The salary offered is ₹14,43,500 to ₹16,40,000 per annum, based on experience. Many of our people work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at interview about your preferred ways of working and if we can make it work for the role and within the team then we will. In addition to the rewards youll find from working with friendly, passionate people wholl challenge and help you grow, we offer a fantastic benefits package:

• 25 days leave plus 12 public holidays per annum
• Paid sick leaves to support your health and wellbeing
• An additional bonus holiday for 'long-service reward' after three and six years service
• Paid leave for volunteering, moving house and getting married
• Reimbursement for personal medical insurance
• Supportive family policies including maternity, paternity and adoption leaves
• Monthly wellbeing allowance
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Retirement benefits provident fund and gratuity
• Headspace membership
• Comprehensive learning and development initiatives to help you reach your full potential

Apply now
Ready to make an impact? Apply now with your CV and a one-page cover letter that highlights how your experience and values align with our mission. If you need any further information, would like the job advert in an accessible format, or require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to hiring manager Atul Mudaliar, Director of Systems, India on amudaliar@climategroup.org. The closing date for applications is midnight GMT on 26 December 2025. Well be holding interviews on a rolling basis, therefore welcome and encourage early applications. Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. To be eligible for this position, you must already have the right to work in India. Climate Group is unable to sponsor work visas or cover any related costs, including cases where candidates are willing to cover the costs themselves.