Senior Program Associate

WRI India is seeking a Senior Program Associate in Mumbai to support the Nashik Climate Action Plan and Blue-Green Infrastructure Program. Responsibilities include coordinating with various stakeholders, conducting research, managing project activities, and facilitating workshops. Candidates should have a postgraduate degree in relevant fields and 4-7 years of experience in urban development or related areas. The position requires travel within Nashik and Maharashtra.
Responsibilities

Support the planning and implementation of the Nashik Climate Action Plan (CAP) and Blue‑Green Infrastructure (BGI) Program, contributing to sustainable urban development, climate resilience, and nature‑based solutions across the city.
Coordinate closely with Nashik Municipal Corporation, government departments, consultants, academic institutions, and community organizations.
Lead on‑ground engagement and support development of concept plans, technical notes, presentations, reports, and knowledge products related to the project.
Conduct research, data collection, analysis, and documentation to support implementation of the Nashik Climate Action Plan and related urban initiatives.
Facilitate coordination among project partners and stakeholders, and independently drive project activities, timelines, and follow‑ups.
Support organization of workshops, roundtables, capacity‑building programs, and stakeholder engagement activities.
Document project progress, key learnings, and implementation outcomes for internal and donor reporting.
Represent WRI India in meetings and consultations with government officials, partners, and other stakeholders as required.

Qualifications

Postgraduate degree in Urban Planning, Urban Design, Architecture, Urban Development, Environmental Studies, Climate Studies, Public Policy, Geography, Urban Studies, or a related discipline. Candidates from Social Sciences with demonstrated experience in urban development and city‑level projects are also encouraged to apply.
4–7 years of relevant experience in urban development, climate resilience, environmental planning, sustainable development, or related fields.
Experience working with government agencies, urban local bodies, development organizations, or multi‑stakeholder projects.
Strong understanding of urban planning and sustainable urban development, with demonstrated interest in climate resilience, blue‑green infrastructure, nature‑based solutions, urban heat mitigation, and flood resilience.
Demonstrated ability to independently manage project activities, stakeholder coordination, and on‑ground implementation support.
Strong research, analytical, documentation, and report‑writing skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with government officials and diverse stakeholders.
Ability to work independently as well as in multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic project environment.
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required.
Familiarity with GIS, spatial analysis, mapping tools, AutoCAD, or preparation of concept plans will be an added advantage.
Knowledge of Marathi is preferred.
Willingness to travel within Nashik and Maharashtra for fieldwork and stakeholder engagement.

Location & Duration
Location: Nashik, India. Duration: 1‑year term‑hire, extendable based on performance and project requirements. Start date: As soon as possible.


Salary
INR 14,00,000 to INR 17,50,000. Salary shall be commensurate with experience, skills, and internal parity. WRI India offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package.


Equal Employment Opportunity
We believe in equal employment; 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.