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Career Opportunities
Why Join Us?

ERIA is a leading international research institution where top economists work together and conduct research to develop practical policy recommendations for economic integration among the economies of ASEAN and East Asia. ERIA provides great opportunities for staff to tackle and study a broad range of subjects and meet academic and non-academic interests.

Job Opportunities

We are seeking a skilled and versatile Technical and Creative Design Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in event technical support, graphic design, and multimedia management. They will be responsible for supporting the planning and execution of ERIA events while maintaining the organisation's visual and digital presence.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Technical Event Support
    • Plan, prepare, and execute the technical aspects of ERIA events, including coordination with internal divisions and external parties.
    • Operate hybrid/online events on various platforms such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Google Meet.
    • Use multimedia software like OBS, VMix, and similar tools to enhance event delivery.
    • Provide technical assistance to staff and experts, including proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (SharePoint, OneDrive, etc.).
  2. Design and Creative Services
    • Design and create visual materials for events, publications, and communications, including flyers, brochures, and multimedia assets.
    • Work closely with authors, the Publications Department, and Communications teams to gather information and develop creative concepts.
    • Develop and refine layouts, ensuring aesthetic and functional alignment with project requirements.
    • Use Adobe Suite tools (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere, and Lightroom) and Canva for design tasks.
    • Prepare materials for printing and coordinate with external vendors as needed.
  3. Website and Multimedia Management
    • Perform minor troubleshooting and coordinate with website vendors for changes and major technical issues.
    • Archive photos, videos, and podcasts from ERIA events.
    • Maintain ERIA design guidelines in collaboration with other divisions.
  4. Cross-functional Support
    • Advise on the technical and creative aspects of events, workshops, and meetings.
    • Assist Communications and Publications teams with additional tasks, such as mailings and event logistics.

Required Skills and Competencies:

  • Strong technical expertise in hybrid and online event management.
  • Proficiency in graphic design tools, including Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere, Lightroom) and Canva.
  • Excellent time management and attention to detail.
  • Creativity and flexibility to adapt to varying project needs.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills for technical and design challenges.
  • Strong organisational and deadline-oriented skills.
  • Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal.

Open to Fresh Graduates

We welcome applicants from all experience levels, including fresh graduates. If you have the required skills, are eager to learn, and are ready to contribute, we encourage you to apply.

This role is ideal for a dynamic individual with a balance of technical know-how and creative expertise, who thrives in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should send the following documents to [email protected]

Please include 'Technical and Creative Design Specialist' in the email subject line. ERIA only accepts applications submitted through this email address.

Application Deadline: 7 March 2025, 6:00 PM Jakarta time

Start Date: As Soon As Possible

Note: ERIA does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. For questions, please contact [email protected]. For additional information, visit the ERIA website at http://www.eria.org

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, the (Senior) Policy Analyst for electricity and power systems is expected to play a leading role in delivering high-quality knowledge products and analysis, with a special focus on electricity and power systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Undertake high-quality, policy-oriented analysis, prepare policy recommendations, and contribute to the formulation of guidelines related to electricity and power systems, such as power grids, green electricity certificates, and electricity planning in ASEAN and East Asia.
  2. Manage policy-oriented research projects in the areas outlined above and other related projects.
  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, while staying informed about emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in the field.
  5. Engage with key stakeholders (governments, industries, academia, and other international and non-governmental organisations) through knowledge management, policy guidance, technical assistance, and capacity building.
  6. Perform other related duties as assigned by the President and/or other senior management officials.

Qualifications:

  1. An advanced degree in energy policy/economics, economics, development, public policy, or any other relevant field.
  2. Strong analytical and research skills with experience in energy and economic policy, particularly in electricity and power systems within ASEAN and East Asia.
  3. Excellent writing skills, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality publications.
  4. Extensive experience in handling data sources.
  5. Ability to effectively present key results to public audiences.
  6. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work harmoniously in a multicultural team. Experience communicating with government officials in Asian countries and familiarity with the regional working culture are preferred.

Language:

  1. Excellent written and verbal proficiency in English.
  2. Proficiency in East Asian languages would be an asset.

Working Conditions and Terms of Employment:

  1. Salary and benefits
    ERIA offers an internationally competitive salary, with accommodation and education allowances. Salary is denominated in US dollars.

  2. Term
    The appointment is for a fixed term of 1 or 2 years, with the possibility of renewal for a maximum of 5 years in total upon reappointment by the President, depending on performance and the continuation of the budget.

  3. 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, 70A Jl. Sisingamangaraja, Jakarta 12110, Indonesia

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should send the following documents to [email protected]:

  • A complete CV, including list of recent publications
  • A 2-3 minute self-introduction video in English
  • Contact details of one or two referee(s)

Please include '(Senior) Policy Analyst for Electricity and Power Systems' in the email subject line. ERIA only accepts applications submitted through this email address.

Application Deadline: 14 April 2025, 6:00 PM Jakarta time

Start Date: As Soon As Possible

Note: ERIA does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. For questions, please contact r[email protected]. For additional information, visit the ERIA website at http://www.eria.org

Under broad direction of the Governing Board, the thought leadership of the President, the guidance of the Chief Economist and other senior management officials, the (Senior) Policy Fellow for Policy Design and Operation(s) are expected to play a leading role in the delivery of high-quality knowledge products and analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Develop and outline actionable policy options based on ERIA’s academic research findings.
  2. Provide strategic advice at regional and national levels in ASEAN and Emerging Asia, in particular. India or Vietnam, and stay updated on emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in the field.
  3. Translate regional policy initiatives into research agendas and foster policy innovation in collaboration with ERIA research team.
  4. Lead and facilitate ERIA’s communications with policymakers in ASEAN and Emerging Asia, in particular, in India or Vietnam, including leaders, ministers, and senior officials across various policy areas.
  5. Design and implement ASEAN’s consultation framework in close communication with both internal and external economists.
  6. Engage with key stakeholders—such as governments, industries, academia, and other international and non-governmental organizations—through knowledge management, policy guidance, technical assistance, and capacity building.
  7. Perform other related duties as assigned by the President, COO, Chief Economist and/or other senior management officials.

Qualifications:

  1. An advanced degree in economics, development, public policy, or a related field.
  2. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively within a multicultural team.
  3. Extensive experience communicating with the governments of ASEAN and Emerging Asia, in particular, India or Vietnam, is strongly
  4. Analytical and research skills with experience in general in economics, trade, energy, and other related fields within ASEAN and East Asia.
  5. Ability to effectively present key findings to public audiences.
  6. Excellent writing skills, with proven track record of delivering high-quality publications.
  7. Experience in the handling of data sources

Language:

  1. Excellent written and verbal proficiency in English.
  2. Proficiency of additional languages, particularly Vietnamese or Hindi would be a great asset.

Working Conditions and Terms of Employment:

  1. Salary and benefits: ERIA offers an internationally competitive salary, with accommodation and education allowances. Salary is denominated in US dollars.
  2. Term: the appointment is for fixed term of 1 or 2 years, with the possibility of renewal upon reappointment by the President depending on performance and the continuation of the project(s).
  3. 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, 70A Jl. Sisingamangaraja, Jakarta 12110, Indonesia

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send the following documents to [email protected]:

  • A complete CV, including list of recent publications
  • A 2-3 minute self-introduction video in English
  • Contact details of one or two referee(s)

Please include '(Senior) Policy Fellow for Policy Design and Operation' in the email subject line. ERIA only accepts applications submitted through this email address.

Application Deadline: 14 March 2025, 6:00 PM Jakarta time

Start Date: As Soon As Possible

Note: ERIA does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. For questions, please contact [email protected]. For additional information, visit the ERIA website at http://www.eria.org.

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, the Programme Manager for Energy is expected to play a leading role in the high-quality management of research projects.

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 in ASEAN and East Asia at the Asia Zero Emission Centre.
  2. Engage with key stakeholders (governments, industries, academia, and other international and non-governmental organisations) by planning and organising international conferences, conducting knowledge management, providing policy guidance, offering technical assistance, and carrying out capacity building, as well as collaborating with in-house economists and researchers within 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, while staying 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.

Qualifications:

  1. An advanced degree with at least 5 years of extensive working experience in energy or climate policy, energy planning, energy economics, or other relevant fields.
  2. Strong analytical and research skills with experience in the aforementioned fields.
  3. Excellent writing skills and the ability to effectively present key results.
  4. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work harmoniously in a multicultural team.
  5. Experience in communicating with government officials in Asia is preferred.

Language:

  1. Excellent written and verbal proficiency in English.
  2. Proficiency in East Asian languages would be an asset.

Working Conditions and Terms of Employment:

  1. Salary and benefits
    ERIA offers an internationally competitive salary, with accommodation and education allowances. The salary is denominated in US dollars.

  2. Term
    The appointment is for a fixed term of 1 or 2 years, with the possibility of renewal for a maximum of 5 years in total upon reappointment by the President, depending on performance and the continuation of the budget.

  3. 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, 70A Jl. Sisingamangaraja, Jakarta 12110, Indonesia

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should send the following documents to [email protected]:

  • A complete CV, including list of recent publications
  • A 2-3 minute self-introduction video in English
  • Contact details of one or two referee(s)

Please include 'Programme Manager for Energy' in the email subject line. ERIA only accepts applications submitted through this email address.

Application Deadline: 31 March 2025, Noon, Jakarta time

Start Date: As Soon As Possible

Note: ERIA does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. For questions, please contact r[email protected]. For additional information, visit the ERIA website at http://www.eria.org