The International Council on Clean Transportation is an independent nonprofit organization founded to provide first-rate, unbiased research and technical and scientific analysis to environmental regulators. Their mission is to improve the environmental performance and energy efficiency of road, marine, and air transportation, in order to benefit public health and mitigate climate change.

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<div><div>The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) is an award-winning, independent, global, non-profit research organization that provides data-driven research to advance policies that reduce the health and environmental impacts of the transportation sector. The ICCT offers a mission-driven and culturally diverse workplace where intelligence, flexibility, transparency, and good humor are highly valued. Join our team of talented researchers and support staff with offices in Beijing, Berlin, New Delhi, San Francisco, São Paulo, and Washington D.C.   The ICCT is seeking a self-directed and dynamic individual to spearhead the development and execution of the research strategy focused on transitioning to electric vehicles in India. Representative work can be seen at <a href="https://theicct.org/india">https://theicct.org/india</a>.   This is a full-time position based in ICCT’s New Delhi office and will report to the India Managing Director in Delhi.  You Will:   <ul><li>Work closely with the Managing Director (India) to develop and refine the India HDV strategy and workplan.  </li></ul><ul><li>Supervise a team of 2-3 research staff, including working with staff to develop and implement annual work plans, conducting performance evaluations, ensuring staff professional development, proper training, etc. </li></ul><ul><li>Lead or manage internal projects or consultant projects (over $100K combined) </li></ul><ul><li>Support in managing finances, including budgeting, bi-annual forecasting, monitoring budgets, and ensuring that funder requirements spend budgets. </li></ul><ul><li>Support / participate in funder outreach, cultivation, and stewardship. </li></ul><ul><li>Support / lead in maintaining productive working relationships with academic experts, civil society, industry, and officials from public agencies in India. </li></ul><ul><li>Lead author or co-author on publications </li></ul><ul><li>Engage with high level stakeholders including policymakers, funders, NGOs, researchers, industry, and media outlets </li></ul><ul><li>Hire and lead the hiring process for new staff, as needed for the program. </li></ul><ul><li>Lead in the development of comprehensive strategies to influence a specific policy </li></ul><ul><li>Represent ICCT in high-level public forums (such as significant workshops and conferences) as well as private forums (such as invite-only stakeholder and policymaker briefings). </li></ul><ul><li>Other responsibilities as assigned </li></ul> You Have:   <ul><li>Master's or PhD in planning, engineering, economics, or related field </li></ul><ul><li>Preferably around ten years of full-time, relevant professional experience in the private sector, academia, civil society, government or other research setting with a focus on transportation, energy, environment, and/or policy </li></ul><ul><li>Experience supervising a technical team of staff and / consultants   </li></ul><ul><li>Proven track record of managing budgets of approximately $100k. </li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrated experience in fundraising. </li></ul><ul><li>Successful engagement with external stakeholders and delivery of high-level presentations. </li></ul><ul><li>Excellent and demonstrated quantitative, analytical, and research skills, such as experience collecting and analyzing large datasets, drafting technical papers, publishing academic-style research publications and distilling research evidence into key actions </li></ul><ul><li>Strong interpersonal and English communication skills, both written and verbal </li></ul><ul><li>Proficiency with M.S. Office and with data analysis software </li></ul><ul><li>Candidates with good experience working with public agencies in India are preferred </li></ul>  To succeed in our environment, you should be intellectually curious, self-directed, and able to work with people from across the globe. You must be able to connect research to policy and translate technical information to stakeholders. This position will be based in New Delhi. Some domestic (within India) and international travel may be required.    Our Benefits  This full-time position will be based in our New Delhi office. Competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package.   To Apply   Please include a resume, a cover letter, writing samples, and two to three professional references. Preference will be given to candidates who submit a complete application and who directly address the position being offered. This is an immediate opening, and the position will remain open until it is filled. Applications received by April 10, 2025, will receive the highest priority.  We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, colour, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. </div></div>

Senior Researcher, Heavy Duty Vehicles (HDV)

<div><div>The ICCT is an award-winning, independent, global, non-profit research organization that supports the effective design and implementation of policies to address the impacts of the global transportation sector on climate change and public health. Our organization achieves this by providing high-quality and timely data-driven research to public officials at all levels of government - city, state, national, regional, and international - as well as to civil society and the media. The ICCT offers a mission-driven and culturally diverse workplace where intelligence, flexibility, transparency, and good humor are highly valued. Join our growing team of talented researchers with offices in Washington D.C., San Francisco, CA, Berlin, Germany, Beijing, China, New Delhi, India, and São Paulo, Brazil.   The ICCT is now looking for an intern to join our office in Beijing, working to support EV-related research. The internship will have a duration of 6 months with the possibility to extend longer. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in the nonprofit sector. You Will: <ul><li>Contribute to EV-related projects  </li></ul><ul><li>Conduct quantitative and policy analysis under the guidance from ICCT’s research staff </li></ul><ul><li>Support report writing and outreach material preparation </li></ul><ul><li>Complete ad-hoc tasks and other duties as assigned </li></ul>You Have: <ul><li>Undergraduates in the 3rd or the last year of school or graduate students, preferably with a major in Transportation, Urban Studies, Public Policies, Environmental Science &amp; Engineering, etc. </li></ul><ul><li>Knowledge of electric vehicles, EV batteries, and the relevant policies, and experiences with EV-related projects is preferred. </li></ul><ul><li>Advanced charting and data analysis skills in Excel and familiarity with quantitative analysis tools such as Python, R, and Matlab. </li></ul><ul><li>Proficiency in spoken and written Mandarin Chinese and English. </li></ul><ul><li>Ability to work 25-30 hours per week for at least 6 months. </li></ul>Our Benefits The internship will be based in our Beijing office and have a duration of 6 months with the possibility of extension. The ICCT will provide a laptop and other office equipment as needed. This internship offers a salary of ¥3,200 a month ( 3 days per month), or an amount proportional to the workload allowed by your university.  Application  To apply, please send 1) a resume, 2) a cover letter describing your interest, qualifications, and earliest available start date.         We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.   </div></div>

Electric Vehicle Intern

<div><div>Position summary: The Program Services Associate will support program operations and project management for ICCT's projects in Brazil and Latin America. This role combines analytical and operational responsibilities to enhance program effectiveness and project delivery in the region.  You will: <ol><li>Support project and portfolio management practices across regional initiatives, including maintaining project management systems and organizing key documentation </li></ol><ol><li>Analyze program operations data and prepare regular reports for budget and resource management and funder requirements </li></ol><ol><li>Assist in contract management and budget monitoring for regional projects, including supporting proposal development and responding to funder inquiries </li></ol><ol><li>Provide logistical and administrative support for regional events, meetings, and strategic dialogues </li></ol><ol><li>Support process improvements and data updates across departments to enhance program planning capabilities </li></ol><ol><li>Assist in maintaining program knowledge management systems to ensure effective resource sharing across global offices </li></ol><ol><li>May temporarily support administrative routines under the supervision of the Brazil Managing Director  </li></ol> You have: <ul><li>Bachelor's degree in a relevant field </li></ul><ul><li>Fluency in English and Portuguese </li></ul><ul><li>Strong analytical and data management skills </li></ul><ul><li>Experience with project management tools and practices </li></ul><ul><li>Excellent organizational and communication skills </li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrated ability to work effectively across multiple teams and time zones </li></ul><ul><li>Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities </li></ul> What makes you stand out: <ul><li>Knowledge of project management software, particularly Asana </li></ul><ul><li>Familiarity with environmental or climate policy landscape in Latin America </li></ul><ul><li>Experience with budget monitoring and financial management </li></ul><ul><li>Experience in non-profit operations or program management </li></ul><ul><li>Spanish language proficiency </li></ul> Reporting structure Reports to a Program Services Manager based in Washington, DC, and works closely with staff based in Brazil, Latin America, and the United States.  Our benefits  This position will be based in the ICCT's office in the Vila Madalena neighborhood of São Paulo. This position offers a monthly salary of R$7,585.    To apply, please send your resume, a cover letter indicating your interest, and the names and contact information of two professional or academic references (letters not necessary). The position is open immediately and will remain open until filled. </div></div>

Project Coordinator (Program Services Associate)

<div><div>The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) is an award-winning, independent, global, non-profit research organization that provides data-driven research to advance policies that reduce the health and environmental impacts of the transportation sector. The ICCT offers a mission-driven and culturally diverse workplace where intelligence, flexibility, transparency, and good humor are highly valued. Join our team of talented researchers and operations staff with offices in Washington D.C., San Francisco, Berlin, Beijing, New Delhi, and São Paulo.   The ICCT seeks a self-motivated and committed Associate Researcher or Researcher to support our work on accelerating the zero-emission commercial fleets (buses and trucks) market in Latin America. This position provides an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of vehicle technology, economics, and public policy. Representative work can be seen on the ICCT’s Heavy-Duty Vehicles Program, and the Zero-emission Bus Rapid Deployment Accelerator (ZEBRA) web pages. <a href="https://theicct.org/sector/heavy-vehicles/">https://theicct.org/sector/heavy-vehicles/</a> <a href="https://theicct.org/partnerships/zebra/">https://theicct.org/partnerships/zebra/</a>     The ideal candidate will bring experience on fleet electrification projects, knowledge of the transportation sector and environmental or energy topics, modeling and/or analytical skills, project management experience, written and spoken fluency in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, strong written and verbal communication, and demonstrated interest in solving our most pressing global health and environmental challenges. This opportunity is based in São Paulo. It is best suited to someone who is resourceful, creative, curious, and willing to work hard and learn fast.  Position Levels:   <ul><li>Associate Researcher   </li></ul><ul><li>Researcher   </li></ul> This position will support ongoing ICCT work in Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, and Chile on accelerating the market for zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles, including national- and city-level policies, technical support to fleets, industry engagement, and other strategies to improve the environmental and energy performance of commercial fleets. This position will report to our Heavy-duty Program Director.   You will:   <ul><li>Perform high-quality quantitative research to support the development of local, regional, and national regulations designed to limit the environmental impacts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, including commercial trucks and buses </li></ul><ul><li>Perform quantitative analyses of large datasets on the performance of conventional and zero-emissions vehicles and their market evolution </li></ul><ul><li>Develop and apply algorithms, models, and computer scripts necessary to support the analysis of the environmental impact of conventional and zero-emissions vehicles, focusing on vehicle energy consumption modeling and techno-economic assessments </li></ul><ul><li>Author or co-author blogs, briefing papers, memos, working papers, journal articles, and white papers to communicate research findings and the policy implications </li></ul><ul><li>Review and summarize technical and scientific literature, and review the work of colleagues and outside consultants </li></ul><ul><li>Prepare presentations and present findings in public forums, such as workshops and conferences, as well as in private forums, such as invite-only stakeholder meetings and policymaker briefings </li></ul><ul><li>Help to organize outreach activities, such as briefings, meetings, and workshops </li></ul><ul><li>Engage with external stakeholders, including government officials, policymakers, NGOs, academic experts, or industry partners </li></ul> You have:    Associate Researcher Level:   <ul><li>A bachelor’s or master's degree in economics, public policy, or engineering areas or related discipline, in addition to at least two years if related experience.   </li></ul> Researcher Level:   <ul><li>A master’s degree or PhD degree in economics, public policy, or engineering areas or related discipline, in addition to at least 2-5 years of experience.   </li></ul> Required for Both Levels:    <ul><li>Technical understanding of and interest in air quality, climate change, and transportation emissions, including vehicle and fuel regulations </li></ul><ul><li>Excellent research, analytical, and quantitative skills, along with strong written and verbal communication skills and strong emotional intelligence </li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrated research, education, or work experience in zero-emission vehicles and associated charging infrastructure </li></ul><ul><li>Strong proficiency with data manipulation and analysis required; modeling and computer programming experience and skill desired (R and/or Python, preferred) </li></ul><ul><li>Ability to work independently with limited supervision; highly organized, self-directed, and strategic in problem-solving </li></ul><ul><li>Some travel may be required </li></ul><ul><li>Portuguese, Spanish, and English fluency are required </li></ul><ul><li>Prior work or study experience outside of the candidate’s home country is preferred. </li></ul>Our Benefits: This position will be based in the ICCT's office in the Vila Madalena neighborhood of São Paulo. This position offers a monthly salary of R$11,100 (Associate Researcher) or R$13,700 (Researcher).   To apply, please send your resume, a cover letter indicating your interest, one or two writing samples or relevant technical research publications primarily written by the applicant (in English), and the names and contact information of three professional or academic references (letters not necessary). Ideal starting date is March 1st, 2025. The position is open immediately and will remain open until filled.  </div></div>

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