Program Manager, Climate, Economics & Finance Program- Guwahati, Assam

Program Manager, Climate, Economics & Finance Program- Guwahati, Assam

About us

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.

We are inspired by and associated with World Resources Institute (WRI), a global research organization. Currently, over 250 researchers are working with WRI India in our offices in Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru.

Our mission and values :

Our 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.

Our values are shared ideals that bind us together : Integrity, Innovation, Urgency, Independence and Respect.

Our culture :

We are committed to advancing gender and social equity for human well-being in our mission including equal opportunities in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, caste, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Program Overview for Climate, Economics & Finance (CEF)

At WRI India's Climate, Economics, and Finance (CEF) Program, we focus on integrated solutions that enable a low-carbon transition in India while ensuring that the transition is equitable and just for its people and protects natural resources. We seek to achieve impact at scale through applied research, frameworks, tools, partnerships with key stakeholders, and ground-level implementation.

About the role :

The CEF program at WRI India is seeking a Program Manager to advance subnational climate action work in India. The selected candidate will assist the CEF Program in delivering the project objective, which is mainstreaming climate actions in Assam's developmental agenda. The selected candidate will play a crucial role in managing a team and realizing the fulfillment of the activities. The position entails extensive stakeholder management and maintaining working relationships with government departments, agencies, local institutions, civil society organizations, etc.

What you will do :

You will support the CEF Program at WRI India with the following key functions :

Project Management :

• Provide technical directions for the quantitative and qualitative research to inform low-carbon pathways within the key economic sectors.
• Liaise with the relevant line departments / agencies / parastatal organizations / CSOs / NGOs / local research institutes for various deliverables under the project.
• Prepare technical inputs for the assignment, including data collection, surveys, compilation, and analysis, and convert them into insightful presentations.
• Present and communicate research and engage with key stakeholders.
• Stay abreast of policy developments, new research and tools, and developments in climate action, climate change, energy, transport, waste, and the industry sector at the state and national levels.
• Liaise / coordinate with the partner organizations or organizations working on the ground.
• Work closely with the project lead to ensure the timely delivery of the activities committed to the donors.
• Author blogs, publications, articles, and reports documenting research, case studies, and insights.

People Management :

Financial Management and Reporting :

What you will need :

Potential Salary and Benefits : 18,00,000 to 24,00,000 INR CTC Per Annum

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

Duration : 1 years as term hire (extendable based on performance and project requirements)

Location : Guwahati, Assam

Start date : As soon as possible

List of Documents to be attached :

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 centre 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

climate change, Policy Analysis