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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. 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.

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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.

Job Highlight:

WRI India is seeking a Program Associate for the Clean Air work housed in the Sustainable Cities & Transport Program in India. With their knowledge of municipal engagement, the Associate will support the 'Accelerator for Clean Air Actions' (ACAAS) initiative. ACAAS is a pan-India program that is supporting 10 cities and regions towards formulating sectoral solutions for achieving clean air.

Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh is one of the 10 cities. You will be supporting Nagar Nigam Gorakhpur in formulating and implementing solutions in the domain of open waste burning reduction. They will also be responsible for monitoring and impact evaluation of solutions, as well as engaging with critical stakeholders at the local level.

What you will do:

You will be based at Nagar Nigam Gorakhpur. They will coordinate remotely with WRI India's Clean Air team to oversee and execute the following broad range of activities:

• Study local context to prepare project / policy proposals.
• Coordinate closely with Nagar Nigam Gorakhpur's leadership on proposal formulation and implementation.
• Identify and engage with key stakeholders towards proposal uptake and implementation, as well as identifying new work opportunities.
• Collect local-level secondary data to support proposal preparation and implementation.
• Plan and execute primary surveys for baseline and impact assessment.
• Plan and execute implementation of proposals alongside Nagar Nigam Gorakhpur.
• Monitor implementation status and support course correction in alignment with program goals.
• Systematically document project progress and impacts for communication and outreach.
• Lead planning and conduct of local-level activities and events such as capacity building of stakeholders.

What you will need:

• A postgraduate degree from an eminent institution in the domain(s) of urban planning, environmental science or engineering, air quality, civil engineering, or any other relevant subject.
• At least 2–4 years of relevant, full-time work experience of supporting Urban Local Bodies in India on planning and execution of projects.
• Demonstrable experience of core project management skills such as report writing, impact assessment, stakeholder engagement, vendor management, logistical planning etc. is critical.
• Basic data assessment skills are desirable.
• Awareness / experience of solid waste management processes and solutions in Indian cities is highly desirable.
• General awareness of air quality / clean air scenario, challenges, and policy landscape is desirable.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Powerpoint, and Excel) is critical. Knowledge of GIS is desirable.
• Ability to work independently while in remote coordination with the larger team. Execution-oriented mindset is highly desirable.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Knowledge of GIS is desirable.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and communication skills.
• Proactive mindset, with the ability to work independently while in remote coordination with the rest of the team.
• Ability to rapidly gain new subject knowledge and skills is highly desirable.

Potential Salary and Benefits: INR 9,50,000 to 12,50,000 Per Annum

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

Location: Gorakhpur

Duration: 1 year

Start date: As soon as possible

List of Documents to be attached:

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview purpose.

How to Apply

Qualified applicants should apply online at www.wri.org/careers. All applications must be submitted online through this career portal in order to be formally considered. Only select applicants will be contacted for interview. There will be a writing test conducted with final candidates. Please do not contact program staff directly for this position.

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.

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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

Health & Nutrition: Personalized diet recommendation from a certified dietitian based on the physical health condition and lifestyle

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.

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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 orientation, parental status, or disability.

Skills Required
Project Management, Solid Waste Management, Vendor Management, Urban Planning, Environmental Science, Ms Office, data assessment , Report Writing, Gis, Civil Engineering, Stakeholder Engagement, air quality, impact assessment, logistical planning