Climate Collective Foundation is a
not-for-profit organization dedicated to supporting climate tech startups. We
work within the climate ecosystem to foster innovation by connecting startups
with funding, investors, education, and accelerator programs. Our remote team
of above 50 members operates collaboratively to drive impactful, sustainable
solutions for climate-related challenges.
About the Role
The Associate-ElectronVibe will be responsible
for supporting the end-to-end planning and execution of programs under
ElectronVibe. They will work closely with partner utilities, start-ups and ecosystem
stakeholder to assess AI readiness, identify opportunities for technology
adoption, coordinate pilot projects, facilitate data access and stakeholder
engagement, support capacity-building initiatives, maintain program tracking
and reporting systems, contribute to research and knowledge products, and
assist in developing innovation frameworks, partnerships, and growth
initiatives to drive digital transformation and impact across the power sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Embed
within a partner utility or power sector organisation as CCF's
on-the-ground representative, applying power sector knowledge and an
understanding of AI and digital solutions to build trusted working
relationships with key internal stakeholders across relevant departments.
- Co-design
and implement a structured AI readiness assessment, identifying gaps,
opportunities, and priority areas for digital and AI solution adoption
within the utility's operations and planning functions.
- Support
the facilitation of data access for pilot initiatives, applying knowledge
of power sector data systems and operational constraints to navigate
security and confidentiality requirements and establish data-sharing
protocols.
- Co-design
and support end-to-end pilot execution of AI and digital solutions —
including scoping, milestone tracking, coordination between internal
utility teams and solution providers, and progress reporting.
- Co-design
and deliver internal capacity-building workshops, building awareness and
capability among utility staff around AI adoption and open innovation
approaches.
- Support
the identification and engagement of internal champions who can sustain
innovation momentum beyond the engagement period.
- Support
the establishment of innovation processes and frameworks within the
partner organisation.
- Maintain
a regular reporting cadence to senior leadership within the partner
organisation and CCF program management, flagging risks, decisions, and
escalations in a timely manner.
- Support
relationship management with utilities, startups, funders, and ecosystem
partners to ensure alignment on objectives and roles.
- Maintain
robust tracking systems — including KPIs, risk logs, and documentation —
to monitor progress, outcomes, and impact.
- Produce
reports and updates for leadership and external stakeholders, synthesising
insights, learnings, and recommendations.
- Contribute
to CCF's knowledge products, including applied research, case studies, and
toolkits for the power sector.
- Support
strategy and growth initiatives — concept notes, proposals, partner
packages, as required to scale program impact
Requirements
Qualifications and Experience
- 5-8
years of experience in the power, energy, utilities, consulting, digital
transformation, or innovation sectors.
- Bachelor's
degree in Engineering, Energy, Power Systems, Technology, Business
Administration, Public Policy, or a related field (Master's degree
preferred).
- Experience
managing cross-functional projects involving multiple stakeholders.
- Prior
exposure to utility operations, power distribution, transmission,
renewable energy, or energy transition programs.
- Experience
implementing technology, digital, analytics, or AI-driven initiatives.
- Demonstrated
ability to engage senior stakeholders and drive organizational change.
- Experience
working with government agencies, utilities, startups, technology
providers, or development sector organizations is preferred.
Skills Required
- Strategic
planning and program execution
- Stakeholder
engagement and relationship building
- Strong
analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective
communication and presentation skills
- Project
tracking, reporting, and documentation
- Leadership,
team management, and
mentoring
Reporting Matrix
The Associate–
ElectronVibe will report to the Partner.
Location
Delhi
Benefits
What We Offer
At Climate Collective
Foundation (CCF), we value our team members and provide an environment that
fosters professional growth and personal well-being.
- Professional
Growth: Be part of a dynamic, rapidly
growing organization that is shaping the future of climate innovation. As
CCF expands, you’ll have opportunities to grow your career, take on new
challenges, and make a real impact.
- Collaborative
Team Environment: Join a team of passionate,
dedicated professionals who value collaboration, innovation, and
inclusivity. At CCF, your contributions will be recognized, and your ideas
will help shape the organization’s future.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to apply by
sending their updated CV and a cover letter outlining their suitability for the
role. To apply, please visit the application link provided in our job
posting and it will direct you to our recruitment portal, where you can upload
your CV and complete your application.
