Upcoming Need-Urban Planning & Development Specialist - Multiple Locations

ICF; New Delhi; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF in New Delhi seeks an Urban Planning & Development Specialist to lead integrated urban planning, climate-responsive growth and infrastructure planning across India. You will shape city development strategies, urban regeneration and planning frameworks for resilient and inclusive growth.

The role requires 8+ years in master planning and related fields; Master’s in urban/ regional planning or architecture is essential.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in master planning, city development and climate-responsive planning.
• Essential: Master's in Urban/Regional/Town Planning, Architecture or related.
• Preferred: Planning institute membership.

Responsibilities

• Prepare urban development strategies.
• Review master/development plans.
• Mainstream climate resilience.
• Prepare investment plans.
• Conduct land use analysis.
• Integrate mobility, housing and infrastructure.
• Assess infrastructure gaps.
• Prepare planning guidelines.
• Support policy reforms.
• Develop implementation frameworks.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary planning.
• Support funding proposals.

Skills

Urban Planning

Land Use

Spatial Planning

Urban Design

Infrastructure Planning

TOD

Policy Analysis

Education

Master's in Urban/Regional/Town Planning, Architecture or related

Planning institute membership

Job description

Position Overview

The Urban Planning & Development Specialist will provide technical leadership in integrated urban planning, sustainable land use planning, climate-responsive urban development and infrastructure planning. The expert will support preparation of city development strategies, urban regeneration initiatives and planning frameworks that promote resilient, inclusive and sustainable urban growth.

Description

Position Overview

The Urban Planning & Development Specialist will provide technical leadership in integrated urban planning, sustainable land use planning, climate-responsive urban development and infrastructure planning. The expert will support preparation of city development strategies, urban regeneration initiatives and planning frameworks that promote resilient, inclusive and sustainable urban growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare urban development strategies.
• Review master/development plans.
• Mainstream climate resilience.
• Prepare investment plans.
• Conduct land use analysis.
• Integrate mobility, housing and infrastructure.
• Assess infrastructure gaps.
• Prepare planning guidelines.
• Support policy reforms.
• Develop implementation frameworks.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary planning.
• Support funding proposals.

Educational Qualifications

• Essential: Master's in Urban/Regional/Town Planning, Architecture or related.
• Preferred: Planning institute membership.

Professional Experience

• 8+ years in master planning, city development and climate-responsive planning.

Technical Competencies

• Urban Planning; Land Use; Spatial Planning; Urban Design; Infrastructure Planning; TOD; Policy Analysis.

Preferred Sector Experience

• Smart Cities; AMRUT; Urban Renewal; Mobility; Housing; Municipal Infrastructure.

Core Competencies

• Strategic Planning; Spatial Analysis; Technical Writing; Facilitation; Policy Analysis; Coordination.

Assignment Nature

Full-time project-based(contract)engagement with travel across India and coordination with government agencies for multiple locations mentioned below.

Cluster

North & Central India

Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Uttarakhand

South India

Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Kerala, Goa

East India

Jharkhand

North-East & Eastern Himalayan Region

Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Sikkim

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