The Energy for Growth Hub is seeking a rising star to join our team working on international energy and development policies. This full-time position will provide input and support across our workstreams, with a focus on The Modern Energy Minimum and Strengthening US Policy Tools.
Responsibilities
- Researching global energy and development issues, especially energy poverty, grid reliability, and better metrics and data in emerging markets
- Researching and analyzing US policy tools and levers to enhance America’s capabilities to spur global energy innovation and investment
- Coordinating advocacy campaigns and working closely with other team members, affiliated fellows, and external partners
- Analyzing, synthesizing, and presenting data in multiple formats
- Drafting and editing papers, blogs, memos, and grant reports
- Adapting and targeting communications for diverse audiences, including non-subject matter experts
- Working both on a small team and independently
- Other tasks and responsibilities that arise often at a small flexible nonprofit
Qualifications
- Clear concise writing and excellent organizational skills
- Demonstrated passion for our mission
- Several years experience at a related organization is preferred (although we will consider exceptional recent graduates).
- BA or Masters degree in a relevant field (e.g., public policy, economics, IR)
- Sense of humor!
Location: Washington DC preferred but open to remote
Salary & Benefits: Salary commensurate with experience. Health, dental, and vision insurance included.
To apply:
- Please send your CV and a 1-2 page writing sample (e.g., a sole-authored blog post, article, or paper summary) to info@energyforgrowth.org with “Policy Associate, DC Application [YOUR LAST NAME]” in the subject line.
- Fill out and submit this Google form
Application Deadline: January 9, 2026
About the Hub: The Energy for Growth Hub is a nonprofit network of scholars and advocates using data and evidence to end global energy poverty. Our mission is to create a world where all countries have enough energy to be prosperous, competitive, and climate-resilient. Our model uses a light core team augmented by fellows and advisors around the world.