Senior Programme Associate (Agronomist), Air Pollution and Waste Management

AP / NCR-04-06 / 25

The International Forum for Environment, Sustainability & Technology (iFOREST) is seeking an experienced and dynamic professional to support and lead the organization's research and policy engagement in the Air Pollution and Waste Management Programme.

The role requires strong expertise and understanding on few areas such as climate-smart agriculture (CSA), Agri-residue management, technological interventions for in-situ and ex-situ process, Agri-based market mechanism, understanding on biomass economy – focusing on reducing air pollution levels.

The ideal candidate will possess a blend of technical, Agro-economic, and policy skills, combined with a commitment to enhancing sustainable agriculture systems across India's diverse Agro-climatic regions.

Location : Sector 132 Noida, India

Required Experience : 5 years

Reporting To – Programme Lead

Reporting to : Technical Lead, Air Pollution and Waste Management

About IFOREST

iFOREST is an independent, not-for-profit research and innovation organization established in 2019 to identify, promote, and scale up solutions for pressing environment-development challenges in India and other developing countries in Asia and Africa.

Air Pollution and Waste Management Programme

The Air Pollution and Waste Management Program at iFOREST tackles the growing challenge of air pollution in India through integrated research, policy engagement, and implementation. A key focus of the program is addressing agriculture-related emissions, particularly from open burning of crop residues, inefficient use of fertilizers and inputs, and unsustainable land management practices.

We aim to develop and promote climate-smart agricultural solutions that reduce air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions, while improving soil health, crop productivity, and rural livelihoods. This includes work on stubble management, low-emission farming practices, alternative cropping systems, and technological and institutional innovations that support farmers transition to cleaner and climate-resilient practices.

The Role

The Senior Programme Associate will be responsible for executing research and engagement outputs for the Air Pollution and Waste Management Programme. This includes conducting impactful research and supporting multi-stakeholder engagement to enable policymakers to make informed decisions to control air pollution levels

Specific tasks to be undertaken by the Senior Programme Associate would include :

Support and execute the research initiatives.

• Lead the applied research on climate-resilient agriculture, with emphasis on crop diversification, sustainable intensification, and stubble management.
• Conduct techno-economic assessments of crop production technologies and residue management solutions.
• Evaluate agronomic and environmental outcomes of field interventions.

Support the outreach and communication initiatives.

Programme building.

Additional Duties.

Represent iFOREST on public platforms to enhance its brand and visibility. Undertake related assignments to support the enhancement of the Air Pollution and Waste Management Programme.

Qualification & Work Experience

Bachelors / Master's degree in Agronomy, Plant Sciences, Crop Sciences, Agricultural Economics, Arid Land Agriculture, or related fields.

3 to 5 years of work experience in sustainable agriculture, preferably in rural development or NGO settings.

Required Competencies

In line with the listed responsibilities, the successful candidate is expected to have the following competencies :

Proficiency in research and writing.

Proficiency in structured multi-stakeholder engagement.

Flexibility to take up a supporting role.

What We Offer

At iFOREST, we offer an inclusive and amicable work environment. In addition, our institution strongly supports professional development through education, training and capacity building.

Remuneration

We offer highly competitive salaries in a think tank space, and reward performance through annual appraisals. The final designation of a successful candidate will be based on qualifications and experience.

Application instructions & deadline

We prefer that candidates submit online applications at https : / / iforest.global / careers / . In case of any difficulties, you may also send your application to [HIDDEN TEXT]. Please mention the code AP / NCR-04-06 / 25 while submitting the applications on the website.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Position open until filled.

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