Critical Mineral Analyst

Consultant as Critical Mineral Analyst – Climate, Economics and Finance (CEF) Program

This is a hybrid position which requires 8 days per month in the office. You will be based in our office in WRI Indonesia, Jakarta. Existing work authorization is required at the time of application submission as WRI is unable to sponsor any visa work sponsorship for this position.

Program Overview

The World Resources Institute (WRI) global strategy 2023-2027 has established Climate, Economics and Finance (CEF) Unit that focuses on four main areas: stepping up national climate action, advancing international climate action, tracking progress toward climate goals, and supporting equity and development goals in the transition to a zero-carbon economy. Our research evaluates the technical, economic, and social benefits of climate action, as well as the costs of inaction. We work with national governments to design ambitious near-term climate plans that align with long-term temperature goals, and help integrate these into economic, sectoral and development plans. We help international policymakers advance climate solutions through negotiations and accords such as the Paris Agreement. We support businesses, civil society, local governments and other non-state actors as they pursue their own emissions-reduction and adaptation goals. We build tools to track global progress in fighting the climate crisis, inform good decision-making, and ensure accountability for existing commitments. And we work with thought leaders around the world to accelerate adaptation efforts that will help vulnerable communities build resilience against climate impacts.

Critical Mineral

Critical minerals are an integral part of the CEF agenda, as they sit at the intersection of climate ambition, economic competitiveness, and development equity. Their strategic importance in enabling renewable energy, electric vehicles and battery storage has turned them into a central arena of global economic competition. However, the urgency to secure supply chains and accelerate downstream processing has also intensified production pressures in resource-rich countries. In Indonesia, the rapid expansion of mining and processing operations in ecologically sensitive regions such as Sulawesi, Halmahera, and Papua has generated serious environmental, social, and governance challenges. Environmental impacts include high carbon emissions, deforestation, biodiversity loss, excessive sedimentation, and air and water pollution. Social issues range from land conflicts and limited local employment to unequal benefit-sharing and alleged human rights violations. From a governance perspective, persistent problems include weak enforcement of environmental regulations, lack of transparency in licensing, and corruption risks. These challenges are increasingly scrutinized by global buyers, who now demand credible assurances that minerals are produced responsibly.

Pressure to implement ESG standards is intensifying, driven by regulations in key export markets such as the EU Battery Regulation and provisions under the US Inflation Reduction Act, which require full supply chain transparency and compliance with sustainability criteria. Major global automotive manufacturers have also made ESG certification a prerequisite in procurement contracts. However, the proliferation of standards, ranging from IRMA, Copper Mark, and International Finance Corporation Performance Standards (IFC PS), has created confusion, increased compliance costs, and, paradoxically, slowed effective implementation on the ground.

In response, WRI Indonesia together with The Coordinating Ministry of Economic Affairs and the National Economic Council (DEN) are undertaking a comprehensive review of relevant national regulations on critical minerals and benchmarking them against international standards. This work will deliver key outputs including (1) ESG Due Diligence Guideline to support coherent and effective ESG implementation, (2) Knowledge products including insight articles, op-ed, and blogs, (3) High-level forums related to ESG in the critical minerals sector nationally and internationally, and (4) Collaborative events with CSOs, research institutes, and related corresponding parties. The overarching objective is to build a critical minerals ecosystem that is not only economically competitive, but also environmentally and socially responsible—strengthening supply chain resilience while ensuring long-term, sustainable growth that prioritizes human well-being, environmental integrity, and climate stability.

Job Highlight

The Critical Mineral Analyst will mostly perform research and analytical role related to CEF programs, especially critical mineral and broader environmental, social, and governance subjects. The analyst will contribute to the substantive analysis and enable the operations of research process such as through stakeholder coordination, data collection arrangements, and authoring or co-authoring knowledge products and other communication documents.

This position will be based in Jakarta with office-flex working arrangements. While working under direct supervision of the Senior Manager for Climate, the position holder is expected to work collaboratively with other relevant project and research personnel within WRI Indonesia. In support of WRI's DEI commitment, this position is responsible for actively participating in these collaborative efforts by integrating equity into their work, the workplace, and the organizational culture.

What You Will Do

Research (60%)

• Develop research frameworks on ESG in the critical minerals sector to support responsible critical mineral development, in collaboration with CMEA, NEC and other relevant partners.
• Conduct research and analysis on pathways to translate responsible critical mineral principles into actionable commitments, policies, and practices.
• Contribute to the development of ESG guidelines for Indonesia’s critical mineral sector, including research, analysis, and drafting of substantive content.
• Conduct and support research activities, including field visits, stakeholder consultations, interviews, and focus group discussions to gather evidence and inform the research findings and recommendations.
• Collaborate with research team members and WRI Indonesia’s RDI team to develop and review knowledge products, including research reports, policy briefs, data products, tools, and blogs.
• Develop and disseminate research findings through reports, presentations, and other communication materials for government, industry, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Present research findings and contribute to discussions at workshops, consultations, conferences, and other public forums as needed.

Project Implementation and Reporting (20%)

• Contribute to the research operations through focus group discussions, interviews, field visits, and other approaches.
• Contribute to program reporting, including documenting progress, outputs, and key achievement
• Support project monitoring and evaluation process, including tracking progress against planned activities and indicators

Engagement (20%)

• Support the coordination and engagement with relevant organizations and external experts from NGOs, private sectors, government offices, and global initiatives.
• Support stakeholder partnerships and collaboration to facilitate the implementation of sustainable commodity supply chain programs.

What You Will Need

• Bachelor’s degree in geology, geoscience, mining engineering, environmental science or studies, natural resources management, public policy, or other related field relevant to energy, mineral, or climate.
• Minimum 4 (four) years of relevant experience in research implementation, policy research, data analysis, impact studies, or related work, preferably in the mining, minerals, environmental, or sustainability sectors.
• Strong understanding of critical mineral supply chains at the global, regional, and national levels, including relevant ESG issues, circular economy principles, and decarbonization strategy in mining and mineral industry.
• Technical and policy understanding of on climate policy frameworks, carbon accounting and emission reporting in the mining sector.
• Proficiency in research, data analysis, and visualization tools as relevant to the role (e.g Microsoft Office, Google Sheet – for qualitative analysis, R, Phyton, or STATA - for statistical software, and Tableau, Power BI – for data visualization) with strong experience in preparing well-structured research reports and presentation materials.
• Experience in supporting workshop, FGDs, or conference related to content preparation, logistic, and documentation.
• Experience in engaging and coordinating with government institution, industry stakeholders, academia, or non-profit organizations, in research or policy-related initiatives.
• Ability to communicate research approach, findings, and recommendations effectively to internal and external audience with manager guidance, using compelling presentation skills
• Business proficiency in Bahasa Indonesia and English on both verbal and written communications
• Adaptable to rapidly changing priorities and able to manage multiple deadlines and deliver high quality work products.
• Ability and willingness to travel as assigned
• Legally able to work in Indonesia

Duration

15 November 2026 – 31 October 2027

Deliverables

1. ESG Guideline for Indonesia’s critical mineral sector, developed through research, regulatory and standards analysis, stakeholder consultations, and field evidence.
2. Stakeholder consultation and field research outputs, including documenting key findings, stakeholder perspectives, and evidence gathered from interviews, FGDs, field visits, and other consultations to inform the development ESG Guideline.
3. Research and knowledge products on ESG and responsible critical minerals, including contributions as author or co-author to research reports, policy briefs, tools, data products, and/or blogs.
4. Research dissemination and communication materials, including presentations, briefing materials, and other communication products to communicate research findings and recommendations to government, industry, and other relevant stakeholders.
5. Project progress and reporting documentation, including updates on research activities, progress against agreed work plan and deliverables, and contributions to monitoring and evaluation process.

Terms of Payment

Daily rate-based consultant with a maximum of 18 (eighteen) working days per month

How to Apply

• Please submit a resume with a cover letter by 2 November 2026. You must apply through the WRI Careers portal to be considered. We may close for applications sooner if we receive a high volume of applications from qualified candidates.
• Must have authorization to work in Indonesia to be eligible for this position.
• Final candidates might be required to take a certain test and/or to produce/share writing samples when needed.
• This is a locally engaged position, Indonesian nationals are encouraged to apply.

What we offer

• Consultant rate that is commensurate with experience and skill.
• Travel insurance for both domestic and international for any travel duty as assigned by WRI Indonesia
• Access to the WRI global network with the opportunity to exchange with and learn from passionate colleagues working at the cutting edge of their fields.
• A workplace that strives to put diversity and inclusion at the heart of our work
• The opportunity to join and get involved in different working groups and affinity groups to shape the future of WRI
• Commitment to hybrid working model with flexible working hours

About Us

World Resources Institute works to improve people’s lives, protect and restore nature and stabilize the climate. As an independent research organization, we leverage our data, expertise and global reach to influence policy and catalyze change across systems like food, land and water; energy; and cities. Our 2,000+ staff work on the ground in more than a dozen focus countries and with partners in over 50 nations.

Our mission and values: WRI’s mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earth’s environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations. Our values are shared ideals that bind us together: Independence, Integrity, Impact, Partnership, and Care.