Programme Lead/Senior Programme Lead- Delhi-Arthan-10-15 - TimesJobs.com

Arthan; Delhi; On-site; INR 12,00,000 - 18,00,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental organization in New Delhi is seeking a Senior Programme Lead to enhance efforts in air quality governance and data analytics. The ideal candidate will possess a PhD or master's degree, along with 10-15 years of relevant experience in the air quality domain. Strong project management and research capabilities are essential, as well as excellent communication skills. This role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in air quality domain, especially in data analytics.
• Strong research background with knowledge of research methods.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to strategy development for the Clean Air program.
• Manage a multi-disciplinary team to drive project deliverables.
• Generate independent research ideas related to air quality.

Skills

Project management

Written and oral communication

Statistical analysis tools

R/Python

Education

PhD or master's in environmental studies or engineering

Job description

Reporting to: Director of Programmes
Location: New Delhi

Job Description

Programme Lead/ Senior Programme Lead

The multi-disciplinary Clean Air team generates data and evidence to drive scalable action and strengthen the capacity of governments and industries through institutional collaborations towards improving India's air quality. The CA team works across seven different verticals: crop residue management, clean cooking, solid waste management, industrial pollution management, clean construction, air quality governance, and air quality data analytics & forecasting.

The CA team seeks to hire a seasoned expert as a Senior Programme Lead to build and expand our work on air quality governance and data analytics at the national, state, and city levels. This role involves a mix of managerial, technical, and networking skills. The ideal candidate should have a deep understanding of the air quality policy frameworks and data infrastructure in India, as well as technical skills to do a deep dive into air quality and meteorology data.

Job Duties and Accountabilities

Strategy

• Contribute to the development of strategy and plan for the Clean Air programme at the organisation that aligns with institutional and national priorities
• Engage with current and potential funders and stakeholders for partnerships and resource mobilisation
• Develop and maintain networks within all key government ministries to drive the clean air agenda

Research

• End-to-end ownership of a few flagship team projects/products and lead at least two proposals under competitive grants
• Generate and pursue independent and original research ideas and curate projects that are both policy-relevant and align with the team's vision and mission
• Generate and disseminate knowledge and findings from studies and implementations by way of policy reports, presentations, memos, short reports, opinion pieces, videos, etc.
• Evaluate the quality of draft data analyses and reports prepared by direct reports as well as all research products under the air quality governance and data analytics & forecasting verticals
• Proactively participate in knowledge-transfer activities, including collaborative meetings, conferences, and training workshops with other research groups and institutions.
• Travel to project sites, when required, to conduct interviews or collect data for different research projects

Project and People Management

• Manage a multi-disciplinary sub-team of Programme Lead, Programme Associates, and Research Analysts on a day-to-day basis
• Expand the Clean Air team by assisting in hiring the right set of people at various levels to drive the strategy and execute the plan
• Ensure timely project deliverables, financial reporting, and budgeting for specific projects
• Present results of research at national and international conferences, meetings, seminars, and workshops and through personal contacts and networks
• Perform other duties occasionally, which are not included above but which would be consistent with the role

Shortlisting Criteria

Education

• PhD or master's degree in environmental studies, environmental engineering, or other related fields.
• Sound understanding of India's air quality policy and regulatory environment
• Strong research background with an adequate understanding of research methods and quantitative skills

Work Experience

• 10-15 years of experience in the air quality domain, especially in data analytics and policy governance
• Prior experience working on projects focusing on air quality management, air pollution, and urban governance.
• Proven track record of publications in high-impact journals, policy memos, and reports

Key Skills

• Excellent project management skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Competent in using statistical and spatial analytical tools. Knowledge of languages such as R/Python will be an advantage.
• Demonstrated abilities to manage multiple priorities, projects and internal/external resources in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines and quality standards.
• Striving for rigor in research and quality in work output.
• Ability to work in an interdisciplinary and multicultural environment and being able to independently drive research with minimum assistance.
• The candidate should be willing to travel frequently.

Personality

• Willingness to learn new (research and project management) skills
• Ability to adapt to the new environment and deliver under tight deadlines in a professional environment
• Striving for rigor in research and quality in work output
• Ability to effectively work in a team while being able to independently drive research with minimum assistance when time demands
• Ability to dig deeper into details while also keeping a sense of the broader objectives and big picture
• Willingness to learn, grow, and develop on a personal and professional front, at a rapid pace with a steep learning curve
• Ability to work in an interdisciplinary and multicultural environment

The organisation operates in a dynamic environment and the candidate will be required to show flexibility in undertaking a variety of tasks.

Locations: New Delhi, Delhi, India