The candidate, 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.
• 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 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.

• Familiarity with Indian urban development paradigms, policies, general awareness of environment and climate change.
• Experience of working with government stakeholders is a strong plus
• Specialization or work experience demonstrated in the areas of urban flood risk mitigation, and execution of nature-based solutions
• Understanding of hydrology and water sensitive design is a strong plus
• Proficiency in spatial data analysis using remote sensing tools is a strong plus
• Comfort in quantitative and qualitative data analysis
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• 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.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

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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