India Climate Collaborative
## Program Associate – Adaptation
**About India Climate Collaborative (ICC)**
The India Climate Collaborative (ICC) is a non-profit organization established in 2020 to drive climate impact in India. We work to coordinate and support Indian philanthropists, including corporate and family foundations, in scaling their climate-focused giving. Our mission is to unlock philanthropic capital, identify critical climate priorities, and build connective infrastructure to support this mission.
ICC was founded by some of India’s most prominent corporate and philanthropic leaders, including Rohini Nilekani, Ratan Tata, Anand Mahindra, Nadir Godrej, and others. Our team is small but impactful, united by a shared passion for achieving ambitious climate goals. We value self-starters who are willing to roll up their sleeves and get things done effectively. Our ideal candidate is mission-driven, detail-oriented, and prioritizes teamwork.
**About the Role**
The Program Associate – Adaptation will play a crucial role in supporting the development of an Adaptation Consortium and hosting an Adaptation Convening for diverse stakeholders in the climate ecosystem. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to shaping the conversation and action on climate adaptation in India.
**Responsibilities**
* **Adaptation Collaborative Development:**
* Identify and engage potential consortium members, including government agencies, NGOs, research institutions, and private sector actors.
* Facilitate discussions and workshops to define the consortium’s mission, goals, and activities.
* Support the launch and ongoing operations of the consortium.
* Develop and manage communication materials for any convening/dialogues held, including presentations, website content, and social media posts.
* Assist in event design and ideation, and facilitate discussions and workshops as planned, including logistics.
* Capture key takeaways and outcomes from the convening and follow up on key outcomes and responsibilities.
* **Research and Knowledge Management:**
* Stay up-to-date on the latest developments and best practices in climate adaptation globally and within the Indian context.
* Conduct research and prepare briefing materials on relevant adaptation topics.
* Contribute to the development of knowledge products, such as reports and toolkits, to support the consortium’s work.
* Work with a diverse group of stakeholders on adaptation.
**Requirements**
* A master’s degree in environmental and sustainability management, climate change, public policy, urban planning, or a related field.
* 5+ years of relevant work experience in program management, strategy management, climate consulting, and/or policy research.
* Interest in and strong understanding of climate change adaptation issues, challenges in India, and the non-profit sector.
* Effective communication skills (both written and verbal). Demonstrated experience in producing high-quality deliverables and outputs like detailed reports, strategic presentations, and excel sheets.
* Strong interpersonal skills and experience managing external stakeholders.
* Ability to process information from multiple sources, compile, and articulate it in a presentable manner.
* A keen eye for detail and thorough reviewer.
* Ability to think strategically and creatively, meet tight deadlines, and work independently.
* Excellent multitasking and project management skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines. Highly organized and can manage large volumes of work efficiently.
* Solutions-oriented and self-started. Resourceful and adaptive in thinking.
**What We Offer**
* The opportunity to work with leading minds on climate change across philanthropy, research institutions, government, and implementing organizations, as part of India’s climate movement.
* Growth and exposure in a rapidly growing start-up organization, with a young team committed to professional development.
* The opportunity to institute best practices, develop ICC traditions, and be part of building the organization’s experience.
* A competitive salary based on industry standards.
**Terms of Employment**
* **Location:** Delhi
* **Employment Type:** Consultant
**Timeline**
Prospective candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. Due to the small capacity of our team, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The India Climate Collaborative, registered as the Council of Philanthropies for Climate Action, is an equal opportunity employer.
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