Internship for Green Economy Research (Bali based)

Program Overview 

WRI Indonesia’s urban mobility portfolio focus on reducing cities’ GHG emission through sustainable transportation, vehicle electrification and, in-paralel with the energy and climate programs, greening the electricity grid to reach optimum emission reduction. Our mission is to help cities and provinces to implement low carbon development, particularly in transportation and energy sectors, to achieve economic, social, and environmental goals.

One of the initiatives is called Bali Transportation Decarbonization. This program aims to achieve Bali's Net Zero Emissions by 2045 in the transportation sector through the development of a decarbonization road map and the establishment of an equitable Low Emission Zone (LEZ). The decarbonization roadmap serves as a reference for strategies and policies to reduce carbon emissions, focusing not only on vehicle electrification but also on transport system efficiency. This approach includes reducing travel demand and distance (avoid), shifting from high-emission vehicles to public transport and non-motorized transport (shift), and using renewable energy sources and fuel switching (improvement).

The development of an equitable LEZ is a key strategy that empirically tests the implementation of transportation decarbonization in Bali. The equitable LEZ aims to become an area model for implementing decarbonization strategies in the transportation sector. It will also use an enabling ecosystem approach and demonstrate a low-carbon transportation system to create socio-economic opportunities in the area. The needs of low carbon technology to improve local economy indicator and its safeguard for implementation should be raised by doing the proper assessment and research.

To support the planning and implementation of the Bali Transportation Decarbonization program, WRI Indonesia seeks  a green economy research intern to assist with green infrastructure financing needs analysis and research, as well as other support for the Bali Net Zero Emissions 2045 Initiative.

General Internship Roles

The Green Economy Research Intern will be actively involved in various financing solutions research works within the Bali Transportation Decarbonization initiatives, specifically on policy analysis and research on green economy and financing solution for transportation decarbonization. This will include performing desk research, carrying out interviews with key stakeholders, and analyzing data on the effects and practicalities of low carbon technology provider and financial institution.

Furthermore, the intern will also actively supporting the development and execution of the strategy, participating in stakeholder engagement activities, and assisting in creating materials necessary for these activities. and wide opportunities to support other initiatives within Bali Net Zero Emission Coalition/PMO Secretariat program.

This position will be based in Bali, Indonesia with office-flex working arrangement and report directly to the Green Infrastructure Finance Specialist.

In support of WRI's DEI commitment, you are responsible for actively participating in these collaborative efforts by integrating equity into your work, our workplace, and the organizational culture.

What You Will Learn

1. Learning experience and exposed to various sustainable transportation solution, including its financing and low carbon technology procurement.
2. Developing research skills and applying findings to strategic planning and research for sustainable transportation solution for its financing.
   1. Involvement in policy and regulatory analysis on sustainable transportation solution.
   2. Involvement in research and data analysis on transportation decarbonization solutions, low emission zones and low carbon technology.
   3. Involvement in event planning and execution, data collection and processing, and project development, as necessary.
   4. Involvement in research survey and interview with various financial institutions and government agencies in conducting proper solution for low carbon technology procurement.
3. Develop engagement skills and apply them to support the Bali Net Zero Emission Coalition.
   1. Engage with key stakeholders in the field of low carbon technology, with a focus on government agencies and financial institution, to support the development and implementation of net zero emission initiatives.
   2. Assist with meetings and other external communication tasks.

What You Will Need

• Bachelor’s Degree in economics, management, business, transportation, environment, urban development, civil engineering or any other related field.
• Studies, interest or experience working on financing, transportation solution, public private partnership, environment, and low carbon technology issues is preferred.
• Experience conducting research and data analysis using various tools.
• Basic analytical skills to interpret data and assess the impact of low carbon technologies and financing solutions.
• Ability to communicate clearly in Bahasa Indonesia and English on both verbal and written
• Proactive, enthusiastic, and have the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and engage with diverse stakeholder
• Highly motivated, strong can-do attitude, proactive work style and excellent organizational skills and work-ethic.
• Legally able to enroll on an internship program in Indonesia.
• Ability and willingness to work from Bali, Indonesia.
• Ability and willingness to travel to other provinces/cities in Indonesia if assigned

Duration

1 December 2024 – 28 February 2025

Internship Terms

Full-time, Paid internship

What we offer

• Internship standard wages
• Travel insurance for both domestic and international for any travel duty as assigned by WRI Indonesia
• Access to the WRI global network
• A workplace that strives to put diversity and inclusion at the heart of our work

Must have authorization to work in Indonesia to be eligible for this position.

Final candidates might be required to take a writing test and to produce two writing samples when needed.

How to apply: In order to be formally considered, please submit an updated resume and cover letter through WRI career portal.

Application close: 1700 (DKI Jakarta local time), 28 October 2024. We will close the advert earlier when the best candidates are identified at earlier dates. 

This is a locally engaged position; Indonesian nationals are encouraged to apply.

About Us

Founded in 1982, World Resources Institute (WRI) is an independent, nonprofit global research organization that turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity, and human well-being. We are working to address seven critical challenges that the world must overcome this decade to secure a sustainable future for people and the planet: climate change, energy, food, forests, water, sustainable cities, and the ocean. WRI has a global staff of over 1,800 people with work spanning 60 countries. We have offices in Africa, Brazil, China, Europe, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Colombia and the United States, as well as a growing presence in other countries and regions.  

The foundation of our work is delivering high-quality research, data, maps, and analysis to solve the world’s greatest environment and international development challenges and improve people’s lives. We work with leaders in government, business, and civil society to drive ambitious action and create change on the ground. Equally important, we bring together partners to develop breakthrough ideas and scale-up solutions for far-reaching, enduring impact.

Our mission and values:

WRI’s mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earth’s environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations.

Our values are shared ideals that bind us together: Integrity, Innovation, Urgency, Independence, Respect. 

Our culture:

WRI is committed to advancing gender and social equity for human well-being in our mission and applies this principle to our organizational and programmatic practices. We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, we embrace all diversity and encourage women, gender diverse communities, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply. Recognizing our strong commitment to gender equality, WRI has also been awarded EDGE certification.

WRI Indonesia is national entity (Yayasan) associated with the World Resources Institute (WRI), a global environmental research organization that turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity, and human well-being. WRI work with various stakeholders in the natural resources sector to support policy and management that are both profitable and sustainable. WRI work with leaders in more than 50 countries for more than 30 years, with offices in Brazil, China, Europe, India, Indonesia, Mexico, and the United States.

Launched in early 2014, WRI Indonesia builds on WRI’s 10-year history in the country, and strengthens our impact on the ground. In the short-to-medium term, WRI Indonesia aims to expand its presence and portfolio to include projects in the climate, energy, as well as city and transportation programs.