Research Analyst IV on investment and trade finance Food and Natural Resources Program

Job Summary

World Resources Institute China Office (WRI China) is seeking a Research Analyst IV for the Food and Natural Resources Program. This position will play a dedicated and analytical role in investment and financing mechanism for trade and supply chains. The successful candidate will conduct research on investment and trade, supply chain finance projects, analysis financial solutions to enable sustainable trade and investment, policy studies, pilot projects and scaling-up efforts.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the plan, design and conduct research and analysis on policies and practices in the areas of investment, trade and supply chain finance to support the sustainable overall economic and sectoral transition (e.g. agriculture, industry).
• Working together with WRI Global teams and WRI China teams, draft or co-draft WRI knowledge products in both English and Chinese, and coordinate publication process.
• Coordinate and work closely with global and local experts throughout the project delivery.
• Conduct project implementation and management, including liaising with global and local partners, setting up meetings, tracking progress of the project, financial and payment management of projects, reporting to donors etc.
• Assist in administrative and project management as needed.
• Support fundraising-related work of the program.
• Support other activities as needed.

Job Qualifications

• Master’s degree in finance/investment/economic/trade or related fields. PhD degree is a plus.

• Minimum three years of highly relevant and full-time work experience in sustainable finance/investment /supply chain finance related fields. Experiences on natural resources supply chain related work is a plus.

• Strong quantitative research, analytical, writing, and presentation skills, preferably with publication experience. Modeling and programing skill is a plus.

• Ability to work well in a team, manage multiple priorities, take initiative, and deliver under tight deadlines.

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multicultural environment, with good work ethics.

• Detail-oriented, positive, enthusiastic, and innovative in facing challenges, opportunities, and new tasks.

• Flexibility to travel nationally and internationally.

• Fluency in written and spoken Mandarin and English.

How to Apply

Qualified applicants must apply through the WRI Careers portal (www.wri.org/careers) to be considered. Both Chinese and English resumes are required. Please include a cover letter with your application.

The final candidate will be required to take a writing test.

Reporting: WRI China Food and Natural Resources Program Director

Salary and Benefits: Salary is commensurate with experience and skills. WRI offers a generous, comprehensive benefits package.

Duration: Full-time

Location: Beijing, China

Application Deadline: ASAP till filled.