Research, Strategy & Engagement Consultants

Institute for Human Rights and Business

. Conduct rigorous policy and systems research in JETP contexts .

Posted 10/4/2026contractRemote • South Africa, Indonesia, SenegalMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in energy systems and transition governance, with a strong focus on stakeholder engagement and the ability to produce clear, impactful written outputs for diverse audiences. Proficient in conducting independent research and analysis within the contexts of Senegal, Indonesia, and South Africa.

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Energy Systems ExpertiseStakeholder EngagementAnalytical SkillsWritten CommunicationLanguage Fluency

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Hard Skills

Policy ResearchComparative AnalysisDistributive Justice ApproachesIndependent ResearchKnowledge Product Development

Soft Skills

Ability to Work IndependentlyReliability Under Tight Timelines

Industry Keywords

Just Energy TransitionBusiness and Human RightsPolitical EconomyEngagement FormatsCOP31/32

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct rigorous policy and systems research in JETP contexts
Map actors and review documentation in Senegal’s just energy transition context
Support stakeholder engagement and dissemination around South Africa or Indonesia research
Contribute to comparative analysis across South Africa, Indonesia, and Senegal
Support COP31/32, national dialogues, and related convening activities
Design or facilitate convenings, dialogues, and other engagement formats
Develop clear written outputs for funder, policy, and public audiences
Provide research, strategy, or engagement support as specific consultancy engagements arise
Work with IHRB’s Head of Climate & Just Transitions Programme
Deliver time-bound consultancy engagements through 30 April 2027

Requirements

What you’ll need

Genuine depth in the energy systems, transition governance, and political economy landscapes of Senegal, Indonesia, and/or South Africa
Strong understanding of business and human rights and responsible business frameworks and incentives/disincentives
Strong understanding of distributive justice approaches to energy transitions
Strong analytical and writing skills, translating complex material into clear outputs for funder, policy, and public audiences
Relevant language fluency for the context in question, particularly Bahasa Indonesia and French
Strong written English
Ability to work independently within a small, globally distributed team
Ability to deliver reliably against fixed, often compressed, timelines
Demonstrable track record of independent research
Experience engaging stakeholders across business, finance, government, and civil society
Experience developing knowledge products in a comparable policy space
Candidates outside South Africa, Indonesia, or Senegal must bring strong relevant career experience, networks, and language fundamentals from one or more of those countries
Submission of a short note of fewer than 500 words, CV, and preferred day rate to express interest

Benefits

Comp & perks

Consultancy agreement subject to UK law
Day rate consultancy compensation, negotiated and confirmed per engagement
Potential future consultancy engagements and relationship-building opportunities