New Energy Nexus

Senior Program Officer (Consultancy)

Join New Energy Nexus in Bangkok as a Senior Program Officer to support solar workforce and startup programs. This role involves program coordination, research on clean tech, and stakeholder engagement. Benefit from working in a dynamic international clean energy organization focused on innovation and decarbonization.
New Energy Nexus
New Energy Nexus
Bangkok, Thailand On-site Full time UTC+07:00

New Energy Nexus

Company Overview

New Energy Nexus

Berkeley, California, United States

2004

Approximately 50 employees (source: newenergynexus.com).

What They Do

New Energy Nexus focuses on accelerating weather-dependent clean energy technologies, including solar, efficiency, storage, and related innovations. The organization provides non-dilutive grants, accelerators, networks, training, and testing resources to early-stage startups, rather than developing proprietary products (source: newenergynexus.com). Its primary services include the CalSEED program, which has awarded $20 million to over 100 startups since 2016, and the CalTestBed initiative, distributing $8.8 million in testing vouchers across various testbeds (source: buildmomentum.io). New Energy Nexus targets diverse entrepreneurs from underrepresented groups, emphasizing equitable outcomes for vulnerable populations in investor-owned utility territories (source: newenergynexus.com). As a non-profit ecosystem builder, it leverages billions in follow-on investments since its inception, positioning itself as a crucial bridge for startups lacking access to private capital (source: idealist.org).

Projects & Track Record

New Energy Nexus has completed notable projects such as the CalSEED initiative, which has supported over 100 startups with $20 million in funding since 2016, leading to significant advancements in clean energy technologies (source: buildmomentum.io). The CalTestBed program has also been instrumental, providing testing to clean energy innovators and completing its $11 million award rollout since 2019 (source: buildmomentum.io). Early investments in companies like Bridgelux and Tesla have positioned New Energy Nexus as a pioneer in the clean energy sector, while ongoing projects like the Salton Sea Program aim to develop lithium supply chains around the world's largest lithium reserves (source: influencewatch.org). The organization collaborates with key clients and partners, including the California Energy Commission and various universities, to drive innovation and support startups in the clean energy space (source: newenergynexus.com).

Recent Developments

In recent years, New Energy Nexus has been selected by the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change as the Climate Tech Startup Program partner for COP28 in 2023, marking a significant milestone in its efforts to accelerate early-stage climate tech from the Global South (source: influencewatch.org). The organization has expanded its presence in Nigeria through a partnership with the Clean Technology Hub and in Australia with EnergyLab, focusing on energy storage solutions (source: newenergynexus.com). Additionally, the Salton Sea lithium research project received funding from the James Irvine Foundation in 2023, further enhancing its research capabilities (source: influencewatch.org). The organization continues to administer state grants like CalSEED while piloting career pathways for low-resourced communities, demonstrating its commitment to fostering innovation and equity in clean energy (source: newenergynexus.com).

Working There

New Energy Nexus hires for various roles, including program management, entrepreneurship support, and accelerator operations, with a focus on building a diverse team experienced in commercialization mentoring (source: newenergynexus.com). The organization has a strong presence in California, particularly in Oakland and Berkeley, but also offers potential remote or international roles tied to its global programs (source: idealist.org). Company culture emphasizes values such as Living Ubuntu, Being Resourceful, Having Impact, and Seeking Justice, with a commitment to equity in clean energy and collaborative partnerships (source: climatebase.org). While specific benefits are not detailed publicly, job seekers are encouraged to review postings for information on compensation and perks (source: idealist.org).


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Job Description

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.

New Energy Nexus Thailand aims to become a self-sustaining local organization supporting entrepreneurs in clean energy innovation and decarbonization technology through business consultation, investment readiness, accelerator programs, and startup pipeline development. We aspire to be a key catalyst for Thailand's carbon neutrality.

The Role

The Senior Program Officer will support implementation of NEX Thailand's solar workforce development and start-up incubation programs. Additionally, the role will provide hands-on coordination, research, and operational support across program activities, while also contributing insights on Thailand's clean technology and solar entrepreneurship landscape to support program delivery and business development efforts.

This is a non-supervisory, execution-focused role reporting to the Head of Programs.

Key Responsibilities

Program Implementation & Delivery Support

  • Support the implementation of program activities across the solar workforce development and start-up incubation programs.
  • Coordinate day-to-day execution of assigned workstreams, ensuring activities are delivered in line with agreed timelines, scope, and quality standards.
  • Provide hands-on operational support, including stakeholder coordination, logistics, and troubleshooting to ensure smooth program delivery.

Research & Market Intelligence

  • Conduct research and analysis on Thailand's clean technology landscape, with a focus on solar workforce development and solar entrepreneurship.
  • Generate insights to inform program design, implementation improvements, and business development opportunities.
  • Support the development of briefs, presentations, and knowledge outputs to strengthen NEX Thailand's positioning and pipeline.

Coordination, Reporting & Operational Support

  • Support coordination with internal teams, partners, and ecosystem stakeholders to facilitate effective program execution.
  • Track progress against key milestones and support preparation of updates, reports, and documentation as required.
  • Contribute to operational and administrative processes to ensure efficient program delivery.

Additional Support

Provide ad hoc support on programmatic, research, or business development activities as required.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

  • 2-3 years of relevant experience in program implementation, consulting, start-ups, or the clean energy/climate tech space.
  • Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., energy, environmental studies, business, public policy, or related disciplines).
  • Strong execution skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple workstreams.
  • Comfortable working with diverse stakeholders across public, private, and start-up ecosystems.
  • Solid research and analytical skills, with the ability to translate insights into practical outputs.
  • Proactive, adaptable, and able to operate independently in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

  • Submit your resume, cover letter and responses to our application questions.
  • Click the "APPLY FOR THIS JOB" button to begin your application.
  • Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until filled and only short-listed candidates will be notified.

New Energy Nexus is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, citizenship status, disability status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression of an otherwise qualified individual, or membership in any other class protected by applicable law. New Energy Nexus hires and promotes individuals on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled. We strongly encourage diverse applicants to apply.

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About the role

May 20, 2026

Full time

Non-profit

May 20, 2026

On-site

Solar Energy

New Energy Nexus

newenergynexus.com

  •  Bangkok, Thailand

2-3 years

UTC+07:00