Junior Research & Engagement Manager at Smart Freight Centre

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Quantitative Analysis, Financial Modeling, Total Cost Of Ownership Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Technical Writing, Data Visualization, Policy Research, Emissions Accounting, Excel, PowerPoint, Project Coordination, Technoeconomic Modeling

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

Job description ✈️About Smart Freight Centre Are you passionate about reducing the climate impacts of transport, freight, and logistics? Would you like to work alongside some of the world’s largest companies, NGOs, and industry leaders to help drive the transition towards a decarbonized freight sector? Smart Freight Centre is a globally active non-profit organization driving climate action within the freight and logistics sector. We are enablers for organizations that believe in collaborative action to reduce logistics greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. SFC brings together multinational corporations, freight forwarders, carriers, NGOs, technology providers, and governments through collaborative initiatives, training programs, and global partnerships. Together, we help organizations solve business challenges related to freight emissions measurement, reporting, and reduction. Our ambition is to guide industry efforts to reduce freight emissions by one billion tonnes by 2030 and support the transition towards zero-emission logistics by 2050 or earlier. ⚓About SFC India SFC India is building the platform to decarbonise India’s freight ecosystem – across road, rail, maritime and aviation. We convene government ministries & regulators, industry leaders, research institutions and global climate actors. The ambition: Build India’s most credible, scalable Green Freight platform – institutional impact at national scale. ⏰Employment Type: Full-time ⚓Location: New Delhi India ⌛Employment Type: Fixed term contract / Full-time ⭐ The Role We are looking for an analytical, detail-oriented professional to join SFC India’s growing team. This is a research and program support role for someone with 3–5 years of experience who wants to apply technical skills to high-impact freight decarbonization work. You will contribute across three core areas: • Technical research and data analysis • Program delivery, stakeholder and partner support, • Knowledge development. You will work under the guidance of the Research & Engagement Manager and Principal Technical to collaborate closely with SFC’s global teams, local partners, and external stakeholders. This role is well-suited to someone who is analytically strong, comfortable with both quantitative work and written communication, and eager to grow in the sustainability and clean transport space. ⭐ Why This Role is Different India is one of the world's fastest-growing freight markets, and one of the most consequential for global emissions. The decisions made this decade will shape how India's supply chains decarbonize, how charging infrastructure scales, and how policy frameworks evolve. At SFC India, you won't just study these questions. You will contribute directly to the models, reports, and stakeholder platforms that inform real policy and investment decisions. If you want to build deep technical expertise in the domain that matters, and this role delivers that. ✏️What You will Support and Lead The role involves working on zero-emission freight research and program delivery, including technoeconomic modelling, TCO analysis, charging infrastructure assessment, policy research, stakeholder engagement, and development of technical reports, policy briefs, and funding support materials. 1. Technical Research & Data Analysis This is the primary focus of the role. You will: • Build and maintain quantitative models for zero-emission truck adoption, including total cost of ownership comparisons, financing structure scenarios, and sensitivity analyses on key variables (fuel prices, capex, utilization, subsidy levels) • Support Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) modeling and compare financing models for zero-emission truck adoption in the Indian market • Review and synthesize policies, scientific literature, and best practices related to zero-emission freight and emissions standards • Support mathematical modelling across freight electrification use cases, including demand estimation, deployment scenarios, and infrastructure planning • Support emissions accounting analysis aligned with global freight decarbonization methodologies and reporting frameworks • Produce structured outputs including quarterly technical reports, briefing notes, dashboards and data summaries capturing program progress and ecosystem insights • Support design and analysis of innovative financial instruments but not limited to credit guarantee structures, blended finance mechanisms, and fund economics for ZET adoption programs 2. Stakeholder & Partner Support You will support (but not independently lead) engagement with external partners and stakeholders: • Coordinate with academic institutions, NGOs, industry partners, and government bodies • Engage with regulatory and utility bodies (including state electricity DISCOMs, Ministry of Power, and BEE) in support of charging infrastructure and grid planning work • Work with port operators, terminal operators, and logistics service providers in support of port electrification and drayage decarbonization programs • Support corridor development and demand aggregation efforts through stakeholder coordination and technical engagement • Support the growth of SFC India’s community platform by conducting market research, preparing value propositions, and developing sector-specific engagement materials • Help prepare briefing materials, presentations, and consultation summaries for stakeholder meetings and workshops • Track relevant market, policy, and industry developments and synthesize key takeaways for internal team • Assist in the delivery of workshops on freight electrification and emissions accounting, including supporting facilitation and preparing materials • Attend relevant industry events and webinars; prepare internal summaries of key takeaways 3. Knowledge Development & Communication You will contribute to SFC India’s thought leadership outputs: • Draft and contribute to technical reports, working papers, and policy briefs under the guidance of senior team members • Help prepare presentations for workshops, conferences, and stakeholder briefings; may co-present with senior colleagues • Support development of tools and communication materials to promote emissions accounting and freight electrification • Contribute to internal knowledge sharing and alignment with SFC’s global methodologies and reporting standards Occasional support (not core to the role): • Assist in organizing webinars, meetings, and outreach events as needed • Support inputs to funding proposals and research applications Experience & Background 3–5 years of relevant experience, ideally including 1–2 years in freight, energy, transport, sustainability, or financial analysis Bachelor's degree in engineering, environmental science, economics, or a related field; master’s degree in supply chain, sustainability, public policy, or finance is preferred Familiarity with freight decarbonization topics such as electric trucks, charging infrastructure and overall freight supply chain Prior experience working on implementation-oriented projects involving multiple stakeholders is an advantage Technical Skills Strong quantitative and analytical skills, with the ability to work with data and translate it into structured insights Advanced Excel skills, including experience building multi-scenario financial models from scratch; able to construct and stress-test models, not just populate existing ones Experience with financial or economic modeling and forecasting (such as TCO analysis or technoeconomic assessments) is a plus Exposure to development of innovative financing solutions including blended finance, development finance, or financial instrument design (credit guarantees, concessional lending structures) is a plus Familiarity with freight corridor or infrastructure analysis; experience with geospatial tools (QGIS or similar) is a plus Familiarity with any of the following is a bonus: data analysis or visualization tools; emissions calculation tools or LCA frameworks is added advantage Communication Skills Strong written communication in English, with the ability to produce clear, well-structured reports and briefing documents Comfortable preparing and supporting presentations for diverse audiences, from industry to policymakers Strong stakeholder coordination skills with the ability to follow through on discussions, maintain momentum, and track action items effectively Proficient in PowerPoint Why This Role is Different This role sits at the intersection of freight, energy, and infrastructure, and focuses on solving real system-level challenges such as demand aggregation, grid readiness, and deployment planning for electric freight corridors. Who You Are A results-oriented professional who: Understands how freight supply chains and decarbonization pathways operate in practice Translates technical knowledge into actionable insights and program outputs Engages confidently with senior stakeholders across government, industry, and research Thrives in global, multi-stakeholder environments Comfortable in a small, fast-moving team operating across multiple work streams Genuinely motivated to accelerate sustainable freight and climate action in India What You'll Gain Direct exposure to government ministries, industry leaders, and global policymakers Experience in national and international climate and freight initiatives Opportunity to shape emissions transparency and freight electrification frameworks Collaboration across global logistics and sustainability experts A platform to influence India's freight decarbonization transition Career Development This role offers strong exposure to: National freight and climate policy landscapes Design and scaling of national and international initiatives Engagement with multilateral institutions and global bodies Industry platform development Senior stakeholder engagement Mindset Comfortable working on-ground with stakeholders, including site visits, consultations, workshops, and ecosystem engagement where required Highly organised, with strong discipline in maintaining records, tracking activities, documenting discussions, and following through on action items Able to manage multiple parallel work streams, balance competing priorities, and exercise sound judgement on task prioritization Genuinely cross-domain: comfortable moving between a port logistics assessment, a financial instrument scenario, and a grid infrastructure gap analysis in the same week, and approaching each with rigor Detail-oriented with a structured, analytical approach to problem-solving Proactive and able to manage multiple work streams with guidance from senior colleagues Comfortable in a small, fast-moving team where roles involve some ambiguity • Genuinely motivated to contribute to climate action and sustainable freight in India ❤️Join a culture of collaboration, innovation, and sustainability. What you will get: At Smart Freight Centre, we believe in collaboration, creativity, and sustainability. We value everyone’s ideas and create a welcoming space where you can grow and make an impact. Take time for yourself: Enjoy 27 days of holiday and 10 public holidays to relax, recharge, and do what matters most to you. Grow with us: We provide learning opportunities; you can keep building your skills and knowledge. Care for your mind: Full access to OpenUp means you can connect with psychologists, join mindfulness classes, and explore courses to support your mental health. Good times guaranteed: Whether it’s a creative workshop, a fun challenge, or some drinks and bites, join our team-building activities and enjoy time with your colleagues. Ideal candidate Why us? About us https://youtu.be/CuLeA2SvikM

Responsibilities

The role focuses on technical research and data analysis to support zero-emission freight adoption in India, including TCO modeling and policy research. It also involves coordinating with government and industry stakeholders to deliver decarbonization programs and develop technical reports.