This is a hybrid position which requires 8 days/month intheoffice. You can be based in our office in Washington DC, London, The Hagueor Mexico City. Existing work authorization is required at the time of application submission as WRI is unable to sponsor any visa work sponsorship for this position.
About the Program:
WRI's Water team works with countries, cities and companies to build a water-secure future. We produce innovative data and analysis tools to help decision-makers understand current and future water risks. We identify ways for policymakers to build water resilience, prevent water-related conflicts and invest in nature-based solutions. We guide companies on water stewardship initiatives that can reduce financial risk, mitigate impacts, and improve collective water security. And we work with cities to expand water access and address the root problems of water insecurity to create more resilient communities.
Job Highlight:
Reporting to theDirector of Corporate Water Engagement, you will provide research, engagement, and administrative support to the Aqueduct team, with a particular emphasis on WRI's work with the private sector. As a Research Analyst, you will serve as the primary point of contact for Aqueduct tool user inquiries. You will assist in our engagement with the private sector on water stewardship topics such as water risks, disclosure, targets, accounting, and strategies.You willalsocontribute to the development of thought-leading research to advance collective water stewardship across the private sector. You will be supported by the Aqueduct team and WRI's Corporate Relations team with the Global Development Department.
What will you do:
Data Analysis, Research, and Writing(50%):
Corporate Engagement(20%):
Aqueduct Tool Support(20%):
Administrative Support(10%):
What will you need:
Potential Salary:US salary range is between57Kand62KUSD. UK:30K -37K GBP.NL:42K -50K EUR. GER:29K- 39K EUR.Salary is commensurate with experience and other compensable factors.
How to Apply: Please submit a resume with a required cover letter by the date of29April2024. We are unable to consider your application without a cover letter.
You mustapply through the WRI Careers portal to be considered.
What we offer:
About Us:
Founded in 1982, World Resources Institute (WRI) is an independent, nonprofit global researchorganizationthat 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,Colombiaand 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,Independenceand Respect.
Our culture:
WRI is committed to advancing gender and social equity for human well-being in our mission and applies this principle to ourorganizationaland programmatic practices. We are committed to providing equal opportunities inemployment;we embrace all diversity and encourage women, the LGBTQ+ community, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply.Recognizingour strong commitment to gender equality, WRI has also been awarded EDGE certification.
Our team in Human Resources carefully reviews all applications.