Programme Associate- SFS

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The Council on Energy, Environment and Water is one of Asia’s leading not-for-profit policy research institutions. CEEW uses data, integrated analysis, and strategic outreach to explain – and change – the use, reuse, and misuse of resources.

Job Description

The purpose of this opening is to strengthen the Sustainable Food Systems (SFS) program's capacity in developing and implementing a robust systems approach to research and analysis. We are seeking a Research Analyst/Programme Associate to support the design and delivery of rigorous political economy analyses and systems mapping. The ideal candidate will contribute to understanding and informing complex food systems transitions, with a focus on regenerative and inclusive agriculture, systemic reform of subsidies, and pathways for agroecological transformation.

Job Responsibilities

The Programme Associate will play a key role in supporting the Sustainable Food Systems (SFS) program, contributing to research, stakeholder engagement, and strategic communication. This role will contribute to cross-cutting insights, and will require the candidate to demonstrate ability in connecting the dots, including:

• Research and Analysis: Conduct rigorous political economy and systems mapping analysis on food system transitions, including fertilizer reform, crop diversification, and subsidy redesign. Apply qualitative and mixed-methods research, drawing on social science theories.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Programme Management: Facilitate transdisciplinary engagement with government, researchers, and civil society. Organize consultations and workshops to inform reform pathways.
• Strategic Communication: Develop policy briefs, reports, and presentations to communicate research insights. Contribute to publications and cross-learning initiatives.
• Programme Management: Manage project timelines, deliverables, and collaboration with partners. Support fundraising and proposal development.
• Mentorship & Capacity Building: Mentor junior staff and contribute to capacity-building activities.

Education Qualification/Required Skills & Experience

• Programme Associate: Master's degree in development studies, sociology, critical agrarian studies, political economy, public policy, anthropology or a related interdisciplinary field.
• Research Experience: Strong foundation in qualitative research methods (e.g., interviews, case studies, thematic analysis) and social science theories. Ability to analyze complex issues with a focus on equity and inclusion. Rigor in analyzing and synthesizing insights to communicate.

Professional Experience:

• Programme Associate: 3+ years of professional experience in research, policy analysis, or a related field, with increasing levels of responsibility. Experience working with or within government agencies, civil society organizations, or international development institutions is highly desirable.
• General Consideration: While the listed qualifications provide a guideline, if you have significant demonstrated experience and relevant expertise in the areas outlined in this Terms of Reference, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all the specific educational or years of experience criteria.

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