Deadline: 06/03/206
short term contract
+1 year experience in research (for position 1)
Yes, worth doing! (8/10)
New Energy Nexus (NEX) is an international organization that strives towards a 100% clean energy economy for 100% of the population. It does this with a laser focus on diverse entrepreneurs, supporting them with accelerators, funds, skills, and networks they need to thrive. NEX has accelerated 1,500+ startups, empowered over 10,400+ entrepreneurs, and mobilized over US$4.7 billion in investment. Since its founding in California in 2004, NEX now operates programs or advisory services in Australia, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Nigeria, Pakistan, the Philippines, Thailand, the UAE, Uganda, the USA (California and New York), and Vietnam.
In Vietnam, New Energy Nexus is building an ecosystem of clean energy entrepreneurs working on solutions to address the regional energy transition and climate change. We support energy entrepreneurs to create new innovative energy companies that will help to build the nation's clean energy economy. For more information, you can visit Vietnam chapter's website (https://www.newenergynexus.vn) and Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/newenergynexusvietnam)
Role Purpose
We are recruiting two Report Collaborators to support the development of a high-impact
publication on Vietnam’s climate technology innovation and investment ecosystem. You can read about our report HERE.
Both roles contribute to the same national-level report but focus on different strengths: one emphasizes qualitative stakeholder engagement and narrative synthesis; the other focuses on quantitative ecosystem mapping and data integrity.
The collaborators will work closely with the report lead and the research team from New Energy Nexus Vietnam and RMIT University Vietnam.
Position 1: Research & Stakeholder Collaborator (3 Months)
Role Overview
We are seeking a Research & Stakeholder Collaborator to support the end-to-end development of the report. This role is ideal for someone who excels at connecting structured research with human insights.
You will help bridge desk research with real-world validation by engaging directly with founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders shaping Vietnam’s green economy. The ideal candidate will be based in Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City, and can commit 20 hours minimum per week from March - June 2026.
Key Responsibilities
Ecosystem Research & Analysis
● Assist in conducting structured desk and primary research under the guidance of the Report Lead
● Review industry publications, policy documents, investment reports, and ecosystem databases
● Synthesize data into concise research briefs and insight memos
Stakeholder Engagement & Qualitative Research
● Assist the scheduling and coordination of interviews with founders, investors, and policymakers
● Take detailed notes during interviews and assist with interview transcription.
● Identify recurring themes, ecosystem bottlenecks, and emerging trends
● Translate qualitative insights into structured report findings
Report Development & Synthesis
● Support the Report Lead in shaping the narrative structure
● Draft and refine report sections based on qualitative findings
● Contribute to ecosystem mapping with qualitative updates from interviews
Position 2: Ecosystem Data Collaborator (Service Package)
Role Overview
We are seeking a highly organized Ecosystem Data Collaborator to strengthen the analytical foundation of the report. This role ensures that our climate tech ecosystem dataset is accurate, comprehensive, and academically rigorous.
This remote position is suited to candidates who enjoy meticulous desk research, structured data validation, and uncovering trends through quantitative analysis. The engagement is expected to run from March to April 2026.
Key Responsibilities
Intensive Ecosystem Mapping
● Conduct a deep dive to identify and categorize startups, funds, and support organizations in the climate tech landscape
● Expand and refine the national ecosystem database
Data Cleaning & Validation
● Clean, proofread, and validate existing datasets
● Ensure consistency, categorization accuracy, and completeness
● Cross-reference and cite all data sources in line with the report standards
Trend & Funding Analysis
● Assist in analyzing quantitative funding data (and other data type when applicable)
● Assist in producing concise analytical briefs to support insight generation
● Flag data gaps and structural inconsistencies
Requirements
We are looking for candidates who:
● Have a background in Economics, Finance, Sustainability, or related fields
● Time commitment: As stated in each role overview above
● Demonstrate experience in research, academic writing, or data analysis
● Are highly detail-oriented and self-directed
● Have a strong interest in climate technology innovation and the investment ecosystem
Benefits
● Competitive compensation
● Work closely with associates from New Energy Nexus Vietnam and RMIT Vietnam
● Gain direct exposure to Vietnam’s climate tech founders, investors, and support
organizations
● Contribute to a nationally significant publication
● Receive foundational onboarding in climate tech and investment ecosystems
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV and a cover letter in English to [email protected] no later than March 6th, 2026. Please clearly indicate in your cover letter which role you are applying for. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis (first come, first served), and the posting may close earlier once we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications.