• Support the SDC-SoLAR team in delivering the promised research and implementation outputs and achieving the desired development outcomes. In particular, the position holder will:
o Lead all impact evaluation activities of India and Nepal component of SoLAR, in consultation with the in-country research teams. In particular:
 Complete impact evaluation of Surya Kisan Yojana (SKY) using secondary and primary household data and write reports and journal articles based on the analysis.
 Lead and coordinate all aspects of Training Program of SKY farmers, and write papers based on the results of the training.
 Help design evaluation component of micro-grid pilot in Nepal
o Support the organization of regional events such as a Regional Solar Forum and Regional Trainings
o Contribute to publications, policy briefs. research highlights and media content in relation to the SoLAR project.
• Engage with key stakeholders in project implementation, policy advocacy and dissemination of project outcomes to contribute to development goals. c9xiXcg Qf7a4
• Integrate research findings into effective policy recommendations and disseminate information through relevant guidelines and policy briefs; and facilitate and support the adoption of practical, science-based, policy solutions and decisions by national and international partners, authorities, governments and donors.
• Production of articles for peer-reviewed publication, in a timely manner, jointly and independently, in accordance with IWMI’s policies and procedures for publication of research outputs.