SR Manager presso CLASP

Senior Manager, Clean Energy Access

About the Organization

CLASP serves at the epicenter of collaborative, ambitious efforts to mitigate climate change and in the global movement for clean energy access, through appliance efficiency. Our mission is to improve the energy and environmental performance of the appliances & equipment we use every day, accelerating our transition to a more sustainable world. We work hand-in-hand with governments, experts, industry, consumers, donor organizations and others to propel policies and markets toward the highest-quality, lowest resource-intensive appliances possible.

CLASP has worked in more than 100 countries since our inception in 1999. CLASP is headquartered in Washington, DC, with teams in Europe, Kenya, India, China, and Indonesia. We are mission-driven and committed to a culture of diversity, transparency, collaboration, and impactful work. See our Team Page to learn more about us. 

CLASP’s Clean Energy Access Team

CLASP’s Clean Energy Access (CEA) programs support ambitious efforts to increase global access to clean energy through appliance and equipment energy efficiency. We work in partnership with key stakeholders in South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa with support from a diverse group of funders.

Our team helps build healthy markets for off-grid solar products by driving innovation and sales in early-stage product markets, surfacing data and research on product performance, market trends, and consumer preferences, establishing technical foundations for consumer protection and aligning sector stakeholders across the value-chain.

From advancing off-grid solar technologies, bringing power to energy-impoverished people, to building the climate resilience of under-served communities, CLASP’s CEA programs increase the uptake of affordable, low-impact, high-quality appliances.

As our global portfolio continues to grow, we are expanding our team to help us execute our portfolio of clean energy access initiatives.

About the Role

The Senior Manager will be a key member of the CLASP India program team and will be responsible for leading the design and implementation of clean energy access projects in India, in consultation with the India Director and the Senior Director for Clean Energy Access. The Senior Manager will take accountability for leading the implementing CLASP’s clean energy access strategy in India, working closely with clean energy program leads. They will serve on the clean energy access programmatic leadership team and contribute to realizing CLASP’s overall mission on clean energy access. 

They will work closely with CLASP’s program team members in New Delhi develop and execute projects  within the Modern Energy Cooking Services Program, Efficiency for Access, VeraSol and other clean energy access programs in partnership with relevant clean energy access program leads. The Senior Manager will perform a wide range of activities including project and budget development and management, team member management, stakeholder and donor engagement, program and policy planning, business development, and market and technology research. They will provide clean energy access components inputs to CLASP-India’s overall strategy, and partner with India Director to  ensure alignment across other programmatic pillars (e.g. climate, policy, and sub-national engagement). 

The Senior Manager, while based in CLASP’s New Delhi office, will work collaboratively with CLASP’s 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. 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities 

• Lead CLASP’s engagement to expand clean energy access in India: In partnership with the India Director and Senior Director - Clean Energy Access, take accountability for implementing CLASP’s clean energy access strategy in India. Build, grow and manage a broad portfolio of both national and subnational initiatives that are aligned to CLASP’s strategic mission on clean energy access, such as uptake of electric cooking appliances, productive use appliances in underserved areas, or integration of distributed clean energy resources in India. 
• Program oversight and execution: Working through the team, guide the implementation, delivery and reporting of program outputs. Oversee program budgets and staffing plans. Guide and review project terms of reference and work plans to ensure projects adhere to realistic timelines, stay within budget, and meet CLASP’s quality standards. Troubleshoot implementation challenges with partners and staff, ensuring timely and adaptive program delivery. 
• Lead and grow a high-performing team: 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. 
• Build and develop strategic partnerships: Manage relationships with key stakeholders and forge new, impact-focused partnerships, including with industry and industry associations, civils society organizations, think tanks, government decision makers, donor organizations, etc.
• Track impacts and progress: Contribute to the ongoing development of program impact metrics. Monitor and evaluate the progress of project activities, identify opportunities for improvement, and communicate progress.
• Communication and advocacy: Work with CLASP’s communications team to design and disseminate program outcomes, lessons learned, etc. Represent CLASP at internal and external events, including preparing and presenting research to diverse audiences. Serve as a thought leader on market development for efficient and affordable appliances and equipment at CLASP. 
• Business Development: Lead and support business development efforts, including proposal design, donor engagement, and fundraising. Act as a key liaison with current and prospective funders. 

Who You are

The Ideal Candidate

• 10+ years of professional experience in program design and implementation in energy efficiency, clean energy, economics, public policy, or energy projects in the Indian context. Successful experience of working with or for subnational Governments in support of energy policy design and implementation highly desirable. Experience working on clean cooking, distributed renewable energy, or productive use appliances a plus. 
• Demonstrated experience in growing and developing team members. 
• Graduate degree in a relevant field (e.g. engineering, international relations, development, economics, environmental science) required. Master’s degree preferred. 
• Entrepreneurial approach to design and execution of long-term initiatives, and a proactive, nimble, and strategic approach to problem-solving.
• Persuasive communication skills, both verbal and written; excellent written and spoken English a must. 
• Proven track record in managing complex partnerships. Significant experience managing relationships with clients and/or funders, and experience with managing staff, contractors, and consultants. 
• Ability to maintain composure, flexibility, and a sense of humor under tight deadlines
• Ability to handle multiple deadlines and complete assignments with minimal supervision in a fast-paced workplace.

Why This Role is Compelling 

You will be exposed to an unusually wide range of people and issues in the clean energy access and energy sectors, as well as the internal infrastructure and operations of a global NGO.

A successful candidate will develop and build our data and analytics work, grow a broad set of professional and technical skills, honing them to the level of excellence in a demanding and fast-paced environment. You will work with, learn from, and grow alongside a high-performing and diverse team in which everyone is committed to the development of themselves and others.

Compensation and Location

CLASP offers competitive compensation commensurate with experience, including fully paid health insurance for individuals and their families/dependents, provident fund and includes a collegial office environment that supports wellness and flexible options after a certain period of employment. This position will be based in the organization's New Delhi office. Early morning or evening hours are sometimes necessary to accommodate international collaboration; sometimes weekend hours may also be required. The position may involve periodic travel at the subnational/international level, estimated at around 20–30 percent of the time. We are an equal opportunity employer.

The Application Process

Interested candidates should submit their resume and answer the required questions by signing into ADP and applying through the Career Center

CLASP is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. CLASP complies with all federal, state and local employment law in the countries we operate and is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, disability, political affiliation, personal appearance, family responsibilities, matriculation, genetic information, military or protected veteran status, credit information or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law. Each person is evaluated based on personal skill and merit. CLASP’s policy regarding equal employment opportunity applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, job assignments, promotions, working conditions, scheduling, benefits, wage and salary administration, disciplinary action, termination, and social, educational and recreational programs.