Urban Development and Mobility Analyst

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Position Title: Urban Development and Mobility Analyst
Location: Jakarta
Country: Indonesia
Deadline Date: 24 February 2025

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The World Resources Institute (WRI) is an independent, nonprofit global research organization founded in 198

• WRI focuses on turning big ideas into action at the intersection of environment, economic opportunity, and human well-being. The organization addresses seven critical challenges that the world must overcome to secure a sustainable future: climate change, energy, food, forests, water, sustainable cities, and the ocean. WRI has a global staff of over 1,800 people and operates in 60 countries, with offices in Africa, Brazil, China, Europe, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Colombia, and the United States. WRI is committed to delivering high-quality research, data, maps, and analysis to tackle the world’s greatest environmental and international development challenges, improving lives and driving ambitious action. The organization values integrity, innovation, urgency, independence, and respect, and is dedicated to advancing gender and social equity in its mission and practices. WRI Indonesia, established in early 2014, builds on WRI’s decade-long history in the country and aims to expand its presence and portfolio in climate, energy, and urban transportation programs.

Job Overview:
The Urban Development and Mobility Analyst position is designed to support WRI Indonesia's urban mobility and development teams by conducting thorough analyses and facilitating engagement efforts related to nature-based solutions, road safety, and sustainable transport issues. The role involves urban planning and design at both national and sub-national levels, with a focus on producing high-quality research products that provide essential information to targeted audiences. The analyst will be responsible for rigorous data collection and robust analysis, contributing to project management through report writing and the development of materials for engagement and capacity-building activities. The position requires collaboration with the Climate-Energy-Cities-Ocean program team and active participation in WRI's diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Urban Development and Mobility Analyst will engage in a variety of tasks, primarily divided into three categories: Research (60%), Project Management (20%), and Stakeholder Engagement (20%). In the research domain, the analyst will co-develop unbiased research products focusing on nature-based solutions, road safety, and sustainable transport, improving WRI's institutional knowledge in these areas. This includes conducting policy analysis, data collection, and fieldwork planning, as well as developing findings and recommendation reports. In project management, the analyst will organize meetings, workshops, and conferences, and contribute to writing reports for funders and donors. For stakeholder engagement, the analyst will cultivate relationships with policymakers and key stakeholders, maintain stakeholder expectations, and support the development of communication materials for public speaking events and internal communications.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in transportation, civil engineering, urban planning, architecture, or a related field. A minimum of three years of full-time work experience in urban planning/design and transportation is required, with knowledge and experience in nature-based solutions, sustainable transport, and road safety considered a plus. The ability to support discrete elements of research projects under managerial guidance is essential, including literature review, data collection, and analysis. Proven experience in statistical analysis and transport modeling is necessary, along with intermediate skills in CAD or other design software. Candidates should demonstrate experience in writing research products and have a history of publishing in international peer-reviewed journals. Strong organizational skills, time management, and the ability to handle competing priorities are crucial.

Educational Background:
A Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field such as transportation, civil engineering, urban planning, or architecture is required for this position. Advanced degrees may be advantageous but are not explicitly stated as necessary.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of three years of full-time work experience in urban planning/design and transportation. Candidates should have a solid understanding of nature-based solutions and sustainable transport, with experience in road safety being a significant advantage. The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously is essential.

Languages:
Business proficiency in Bahasa Indonesia and English is mandatory, with both verbal and written communication skills being crucial for the role. The ability to communicate research findings effectively to internal audiences is also important, utilizing compelling presentation skills.

Additional Notes:
This is a part-time, limited-term individual consultancy contract with a duration from March 1, 2025, to November 30, 202

• The consultant will be compensated on a daily rate basis, with a maximum of 162 working days over the contract period, averaging 18 working days per month. The position requires authorization to work in Indonesia, and final candidates may need to complete a writing test and provide two writing samples. The role includes travel insurance for domestic and international travel as assigned by WRI Indonesia, and the organization emphasizes diversity and inclusion in its hiring practices.