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Programme Lead- Industrial Decarbonisation

Programme Lead- Industrial Decarbonisation

International Forum for Environment, Sustainability & Technology (iFOREST)Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India
30+ days ago
Job description

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic professional to lead iFOREST’s Industrial Decarbonisation Programme. The Programme Lead will drive research, policy engagement, and technical solutions to facilitate the decarbonization of industrial operations, particularly in energy efficiency, energy management, and GHG accounting. This role requires expertise in leading teams, managing projects, and engaging with government bodies and industry stakeholders.

The Industrial Transition (or industrial decarbonization) programme is a part of iFOREST’s flagship initiative on Just Transition. The objective of the programme is to steer a green industry transition to support green growth and green jobs, while improving local environmental conditions and achieving climate goals.

The programme is strongly focused on technical research and stakeholder engagement (especially with government departments / agencies and the industry) to achieve a green transition of fossil fuel-dependent operations that are associated with various industries.

Key Responsibilities

Research and Content Development

  • Lead and oversee all research activities within the Industrial Decarbonisation Programme.
  • Assign tasks to team members, provide guidance, and monitor progress.
  • Finalize methodology papers, research findings, and draft reports with actionable recommendations.
  • Support the preparation of policy and project reports.

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Develop and implement engagement strategies in collaboration with Directors.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including government, industry, civil society, and media.
  • Represent iFOREST in high-level meetings, conferences, and public forums, sharing institutional insights.
  • Organize roundtables, convenings, and events to engage with stakeholders and launch reports.
  • Design and manage a comprehensive outreach strategy to communicate research findings effectively.
  • Leadership and Team Management

  • Lead, mentor, and manage a high-performing research team.
  • Provide ongoing performance reviews and professional development opportunities for team members.
  • Identify training needs and ensure capacity-building efforts to support team growth.
  • Oversee the successful execution of projects in line with the organization’s mission, ensuring they meet timelines, objectives, and budgets.
  • Institutional Development and Strategy

  • Work closely with program directors to shape state-level strategies aligned with organizational goals.
  • Develop proposals, concept notes, and budgets for new projects.
  • Seek out new initiatives and partnerships to advance the programme’s goals.
  • Qualifications and Experience

  • Master’s degree in Engineering (preferably Mechanical, Industrial, Systems, or Power Engineering) or a related field.
  • At least 10 years of relevant experience in research, strategy consulting, or advisory roles related to industrial operations, energy management, efficiency, and decarbonization.
  • Research or consulting experience in energy, GHG, steam and process efficiency in MSMEs, Boilers and Industries is essential.
  • Certification in Energy, GHG and ESG audits will be preferred.
  • Required Skills and Competencies

  • Passion for contributing to societal change and sustainable development.
  • Deep knowledge of India’s clean energy and climate landscape.
  • Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal—along with strong research, presentation, and reporting abilities.
  • Proven experience in stakeholder engagement, policy advocacy, and information dissemination.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams, building a collaborative and high-performance environment.
  • Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and critical analysis skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, policy-driven environment.
  • Strong organizational and time-management capabilities.
  • What We Offer

    At iFOREST, we provide an inclusive and supportive work environment. We are committed to professional development through education, training, and capacity-building initiatives.

    Remuneration

    We offer Competitive salary based on experience and proficiency. The final designation will depend on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.

    Application instructions & deadline

    We prefer that candidates apply from LinkedIn or submit online applications at https : / / iforest.global / careers / . Please mention the reference code ID / NCR-06-05 / 25 in case you send your application via email.

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