Vacancy for Senior Program Associate – Urban Planner / Environmental Engineer at World Resources Institute (WRI) | Mumbai | (Exp.: 4-7 Years)

Job description:

Senior Program Associate – Urban Planner / Environmental Engineer

About the job
Who we are and what we do?

WRI India, an independent charity legally registered as the India Resources Trust, provides objective information and practical proposals to foster environmentally sound and socially equitable development. WRI India’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. Through research, analysis, and recommendations, WRI India puts ideas into action to build transformative solutions to protect the earth, promote livelihoods, and enhance human well-being.

We are inspired by and associated with World Resources Institute (WRI), a global research organization. Currently over 150 researchers are working with WRI India in our offices at Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru.

Program Overview For Sustainable Cities And Transport

At WRI India Ross Center we focus on 10 integrated solutions to urban challenges. Through applied research, tools, hands-on advice, and by tapping our network of global experts, we accelerate transformative urban initiatives that have the power to change Indian cities into thriving, equitable and low-carbon places that are good for people and the planet.

Working at WRI India Ross Center offers you the unique opportunity to learn and grow as you collaborate with a diverse set of change agents across Delhi, Bangalore and Mumbai. As India’s biggest urban focused think and do tank, we seek thoughtful, enterprise-minded and sensitive individuals who can help us support this transformation and make a positive difference to citizens’ everyday lives.

About your role:

WRI India is seeking a Senior Associate for the Integrated Urban Planning work housed in the Urban Development team under the WRI India Ross Centre for Sustainable Cities. With their knowledge of environmental engineering/planning, governance and comparative experience of challenges and implementation of best practice solutions from other developing countries, the candidate will support integrated urban planning projects advancing WRI’s vision to promote sustainable and resilient urban development across Indian cities, with a focus on water management. We are looking for a candidate who is self-driven, energetic and agile, willing to respond quickly, outcome-oriented, team player, willing to travel at short notice and able to engage with partners and stakeholders. The candidate will be involved in integrated urban planning projects, addressing associated long-term aspects of urban resilience with a specific focus on water management and coastal resilience. The candidate should show proficiency in conducting research, qualitative and quantitative analysis, liaising with partners, government agencies and experts, and preparing clearly written reports and communication material.

WRI globally, has deep experience in the urban development sector and is widely recognized as a leader in promoting sustainable cities. Currently, WRI India is supporting various government and private agencies to undertake research on best practices and innovation in integrated planning, development and management of cities. The urban development projects you will be involved in, will help further these goals.

How your day will unfold:

The candidate, Senior Associate, Integrated Urban Planning will undertake and oversee a range of responsibilities for the Urban Development team as are listed below.

Co-ordination of project work:

Support project deliverables as per standards and expectations of WRI India.
Prepare technical documents for projects including data collection, conduct surveys, compilation, analysis, write reports and develop presentations as per WRI India research and communication specifications.
Coordinate with State and Local government agencies, private companies, local communities, experts, NGOs etc. to get inputs for projects.
Edit reports, prepare drawings, generate graphics and infographics, etc.
Support WRI India in identifying and undertaking new research areas and projects related to urban development as required by the team.

Communication and outreach:

Communicate closely with WRI India internal team members towards meeting objectives of the project and constant progress reporting.
Coordinate and schedule meetings regarding projects, make presentations and assist in conducting and organizing stakeholder consultations.
Contribute to internal and external communications and media such as blogs, articles, brochures and web content.

Research:

Support development of process guides, toolkits and/or support the adaptation of existing ones.
Incorporate and support attention to gender and poverty.

Qualifications and Requirements we seek:

Candidate should present the following qualifications:

Post-graduation in environmental engineering/ environmental planning/ water resources/ hydrogeology/ hydrology/ disaster studies/ urban studies/ urban design/ urban planning/ urban and infrastructure planning/ public policy/ or related field.
Minimum master’s degree and 4-7 years of full-time work experience.
Familiarity with Indian governance, urban development paradigms, policies, working knowledge of environment and climate change issues.
Specialization or work experience demonstrated in the areas of water resource management/urban flood risk mitigation, and nature-based solutions is a strong plus
Proficient in quantitative and qualitative data analysis
Strong research, and oral and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint
Proficiency in developing graphics and spatial data analysis using remote sensing tools is a strong plus
Ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner
Ability to work both individually and alongside a team; also, ability to enthusiastically work under short deadlines and deliver quality work.
Willing to travel.

Salary and Benefits: 11,00,000 to 13,00,000 CTC PA

Salary shall be commensurate with experience and skills. WRI offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package.

Duration: 2 year (Extendable based on performance and project requirements)

Location: Mumbai, India

List of Documents to be attached:

Cover Letter
Resume

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview purpose.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) @WRI India

WRI India values and promotes diversity, equity and inclusion across all areas of our work and workforce. Integrating these values into our actions fosters a progressive and collaborative culture and can also enhance our impact. It is our responsibility to create a welcoming working environment for people of diverse cultures, backgrounds and experience to learn together. We are responsible for fostering a safe and inclusive workplace where questions, concerns and information about diversity, equity and inclusion are part of our ongoing dialogue and development.

Learn more about WRI India’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Click Here

People-centric to the core:

We keep our people at the center of everything we do – from a welcoming work environment to benefits and a culture that encourages staff to stay healthy, happy, engaged, and growing.

Some of the non-monetary benefits that our staff get:

Health benefits: We cover health insurance for you and your loved ones for up to INR 8 lakhs

Term Insurance: Our term insurance policy covers life coverage of 50 lakhs per staff member

Employee Assistance program: Promoting mental well-being and supporting staff in achieving a satisfying work-life balance

Digital healthcare service: Online doctor consultations for your primary healthcare needs

Flexible work schedule: Alternative work arrangements for all who are eligible by nature of their job

Learning culture: Workshops and trainings to empower staff, encourage new learning opportunities

Rest and Recharge weeks: We encourage staff to take time off to rest, rejuvenate, upskill, and pursue their interests.

Our leave policy: Avail personal time off at 36 per year, along with public holidays, maternity, paternity, and adoption leaves.

Click here to know more about our benefits Careers | WRI INDIA (wri-india.org)

Equal employment @WRI India

We believe in equal employment, it is our policy to recruit, and provide opportunities for advancement in all job classifications without regard to caste, religion, sex, age, marital status, sexual preference, parental status, or disability.

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