Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA)

Position Title/Short Description

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The (Senior) Energy Economist for Electricity and Power Systems is expected to play a leading role in delivering high-quality knowledge products and analysis, with a particular focus on the electricity and power sector.

Key Responsibilities
-Undertake high-quality, policy-oriented analysis; prepare policy recommendations; and contribute to the formulation of guidelines, rules, or regulations related to electricity and power systems and their financial arrangements — including, but not limited to, cross-border power grids, green electricity certificates, and electricity planning for ASEAN and East Asia.
-Demonstrate strong communication and presentation skills, confidently engaging with diverse audiences and representing ERIA at international conferences, meetings, and symposiums as required.
-Provide strategic advice at regional, national, and local levels, and remain informed about emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in the field.
-Engage with key stakeholders (governments, industries, academia, and other international and non-governmental organisations) through knowledge management, policy guidance, technical assistance, and capacity building.
-Perform other related duties as assigned by the President and/or other senior management officials.

Qualifications
-An advanced degree in energy policy, economics, finance, development, electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering, or another relevant field.
-Prior experience — either through work or research — in areas such as blended finance, public–private investment mechanisms, or climate/energy transition finance.
-A strong understanding of macroeconomic frameworks, fiscal policy, econometrics, and regional economic dynamics (particularly within ASEAN or the Asia-Pacific region) is highly desirable.
-Strong analytical and research skills, with experience in energy and economic policy, particularly in electricity and power systems and their financial arrangements within ASEAN and East Asia.
-Excellent writing skills, with a proven track record of producing high-quality publications.
-Extensive experience in handling data sources.
-Ability to effectively present key findings to public audiences.
-Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work harmoniously in a multicultural team. Experience in communicating with government officials in Asian countries and familiarity with regional working cultures are preferred.

Language
-Excellent written and verbal proficiency in English.
-Proficiency in one or more East Asian languages would be an asset.
-Working Conditions and Terms of Employment

1. Term
The appointment is for a fixed term of one or two years, with the possibility of renewal for up to a maximum of five years in total upon reappointment by the President, depending on performance and budget availability.

2. Working Location
Sentral Senayan II, 5th, 6th, and 15th Floors, Jl. Asia Afrika No. 8, Gelora Bung Karno, Senayan, Jakarta Pusat 10270, Indonesia