About New Energy Nexus

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)

About the role

We are recruiting 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.

These 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.

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
• Demonstrate experience in research, academic writing, or data analysis
• Time commitment: As stated in each role overview above
• Are highly detail-oriented and self-directed
• Have a strong interest in climate technology 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

TO APPLY, TIMELINE, AND PROCESS

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible

• Submit your resume and cover letter by clicking the “APPLY FOR THIS JOB” button to begin your application.
• You may also send in your CV & cover letter to [email protected] no later than March 6th, 2026
• 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.