JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)
August 1, 2025 - January 31, 2026
Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA)
Position Title/Short Description
Section: International: Full-Time Academic (Permanent, Tenure Track or Tenured)
Location: Jakarta, DKI Jakarta, INDONESIA
JEL Classifications:
Q0 -- General
Q4 -- Energy
Keywords:
Project Manager
Climate Finance Manager
Energy Transition Manager
Sustainability Programme Lead
Energy
Carbon Market
COâ‚‚ Visualization
Transition Finance
Climate Finance
Decarbonisation
Think tank
International Organisation
Full Text of JOE Listing:
Under the broad direction of the Governing Board, the thought leadership of the President, the guidance of the Chief Economist and other senior management officials, and with direct reporting to the Director of Energy Policy / Head of the Asia Zero Emission Centre, this position is expected to play a leading role in the effective management and delivery of high-quality research projects.
â– Key Responsibilities:
1.Manage policy-oriented research projects, undertake analysis, prepare policy recommendations, and contribute to the formulation of policies, rules, and regulations related to energy transition and climate change—especially in the areas of carbon markets, COâ‚‚ visualisation, and/or transition finance in ASEAN and East Asia—within the Asia Zero Emission Centre.
2.Engage with key stakeholders (governments, industries, academia, and international and non-governmental organisations) by planning and organising international conferences, conducting knowledge management, offering policy guidance, delivering technical assistance, and supporting capacity building. Collaborate closely with in-house economists and researchers at the Centre and across ERIA.
3.Demonstrate strong communication and presentation skills, confidently engaging with diverse audiences and representing ERIA at international conferences, meetings, and symposiums as required.
4.Provide strategic advice at regional, national, and local levels, and remain informed about emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in the field.
5.Perform other related duties as assigned by the President and/or other senior management officials.
â– Q³Ü²¹±ô¾±´Ú¾±³¦²¹³Ù¾±´Ç²Ô²õ:
1.An advanced degree, with a minimum of five years' working experience in energy or climate policy, energy planning, energy economics, or other relevant fields.
2.Strong analytical and research skills, with specific experience in energy and economic policy—particularly in carbon markets, COâ‚‚ visualisation, and/or transition finance within ASEAN and East Asia.
3.Excellent writing skills and the ability to effectively present key results.
4.Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work harmoniously within a multicultural team.
5.Experience in communicating with government officials in Asia is preferred.
â– L²¹²Ô²µ³Ü²¹²µ±ð:
1.Excellent written and verbal proficiency in English.
2.Proficiency in East Asian languages would be an asset.
â– Working Conditions and Terms of Employment:
1. Term: the appointment is for a fixed term of one or two years, with the possibility of renewal for up to five years in total upon reappointment by the President, depending on performance and the continuation of the budget.
2. Working Location
ERIA Annex Office: Sentral Senayan II, 5th, 6th, 15th Floors, Jl. Asia Afrika No. 8, Gelora Bung Karno, Senayan, Jakarta Pusat 10270, Indonesia
ERIA Headquarters:The ASEAN Secretariat
3.Start Date: As Soon As Possible
Application Requirements:
- External Application Link