Research Assistants (2 Positions) – Indonesia

Research Assistants (2 Positions)

Individual Contractor Position/External Labour (Remote Working)

Fixed-term Part Time – 7 months – Consulting Contract

Job Description

The Global Buildings Performance Network (GBPN) is a globally and regionally focused non-government not-for-profit organisation whose mission is to provide policy expertise and technical assistance to advance building energy performance and realise sustainable built environments for all.

With team members located around the World in Indonesia, India, Australia, and Europe, GBPN brings over 10 years of knowledge and innovation to sustainable building policy reform. With every project, governments leverage our intellectual capital, our experience, analysis, evidence and our network.

GBPN goal is to contribute to the building sector achieving its full energy savings and CO2 mitigation potential of more than 2.1 Gt by 2030. To do that, GBPN assists governments and industry to implement climate change actions in their building sectors that help achieve their commitment to the Paris Climate Agreement and Sustainable Development Goals (SDG).

Context & Reason for the Hire

Over the past three years, GBPN has experienced rapid organisational growth and expansion of services, particularly in Indonesia and India. There is also the very real issue of time running out. If we are to achieve zero emissions by 2030, incremental change is no longer enough, we need to think and act bigger and faster.

GBPN works using a unique coalition model that connects local policymakers and building professionals with industry-leading experts to reform building policies to achieve zero-emissions goals. We combine global insights with local action changing building policy through education, support and collaboration.

GBPN’s operation in Indonesia started in late 2019 and has continued to grow with the goal to become a trusted partner and thought leader in providing sustainable and innovative solutions to achieve Zero Emission Buildings in Indonesia. We have provided policy and technical assistance to policymakers, private sector, academicians/ researchers and other key stakeholders to support the government in meeting its climate goals through the building sector.

GBPN’s methodology is a data-driven, evidence-based bottom-up approach that heavily relies on local-global data set and information toward deriving evidence based fit-for-purpose recommendations for policy reform and/or market mechanisms.

Due to the rapid uptake of on-going and upcoming activities, support and engagement for Indonesia green building policy and implementation, GBPN is currently looking for 2 (two) Research Assistants to support our Indonesia program.

Scope of Work

1. Major responsibility 1 (self):

• • Conduct independent research and analysis on green building implementation and performance data, such as but not limited to policy design process, existing regulatory mapping, implementation review progress, impact analysis and benchmark against the current Green Building Roadmap and Action Plan and other relevant policy such as Indonesia Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) and energy conservation policy for buildings.
  • Prepare evidence-based write-ups to support decision-making and reporting processes

2. Major responsibility 2 (team):

• • Collaborate with the GBPN project team, including the Project Manager/Senior Manager, and other research team member, to ensure accurate and timely research outputs.
  • Support internal coordination to develop shared deliverables and reporting tools.

3. Major responsibility 3 (process):

• • Acknowledge and comply GBPN guidelines on research methodology and data protocols.
  • Ensure the deliverables comply with the project requirements and contribute to internal knowledge management systems.

4. Major responsibility 4 (outbound):

• • Contribute to meetings, presentations, knowledge sharing sessions and stakeholder engagements
  • Support outreach to relevant stakeholders, such as but not limited to technical partners and/or relevant academic partners, where required

Skills and Qualifications

Research Assistant 1

• Hold at least a master’s degree from a reputable university from one of the following fields: architecture, environmental engineering, urban planning or related fields.
• Proven experience in conducting independent research and report writing.
• Familiarity and/or knowledge on building simulation tools, e.g., Energy Plus, EDGE, etc.
• Knowledge of green building data such as: energy consumption, water consumption, indoor air quality is considered an advantage
• Strong communication and technical writing skills in both English and Bahasa Indonesia

Research Assistant 2

• Hold at least a bachelor’s degree from a reputable university from one of the following fields: architecture, data science, statistics, or a related field.
• Experience with quantitative and qualitative data methods and procedures for research purposes and technical report drafting
• Knowledge of green building data such as: energy consumption, water consumption, indoor air quality is considered an advantage
• Proficient in MS Excel, statistical tools, and data visualization platforms
• Strong communication and technical writing skills in both English and Bahasa Indonesia

Preferred Qualities

• Analytical and detail-oriented
• Able to work independently and manage deadlines, and maintain the smooth coordination among the research team
• Proactive, collaborative, and committed to the expected deliverables
• Experience in government supporting work, particularly related to green building policy and implementation is preferred
• Strong project reporting skills

Conditions 

The two positions are available for commencement as soon as June 1^st, 2025, and is offered as a consulting service contract for 7 months, from June 1^st to December 31^st 2025 as a 80% Full-Time Employment (FTE), equivalent to approximately 108 days in total for each position.

Communication with GBPN team members around the world is largely online and may require travel or working outside normal working hours (only if needed).

Contract renewal is subject to performance and funding availability.

Direct report

In this role, the Research assistants will be reporting to the Project Manager/Senior Manager.

How to apply 

Email proposals by 27th May 2025

to: [email protected] (include “RESEARCH ASSISTANT 1 or RESEARCH ASSISTANT 2” in the email subject line).

To apply for these positions, please provide the following information:

1. Your CV and a cover letter detailing qualifications to perform the role, including relevant experience, and description and/or links to similar assignments. The letter should also indicate your preferred start date.
2. A proposal detailing your approach for the services and work described, including number of days per week, your daily rate and total fee for services in $US Dollars including all applicable taxes and charges.
3. Any links to your publications of your research or recordings of your public speaking engagements.
4. List of References and their contact details.