Job Opportunity for Senior Program Associate – Urban Planner / Environmental Engineer at WRI in Mumbai

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