Programme Manager

Job Description

Programme Manager for Solid Waste Management December 05 , 2018 Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) , a New Delhi based non - profit institution , is currently seeking a Programme Manager for its Solid Waste Management (SWM) Programme. CSE is one of Indias leading public interest research institutions known for its rigorous research and advocacy on environmental and sustainable development issues. Solid Waste Management Programme of CSEThe SWM programme at CSE addresses policy and practices for effective and affordable waste management in India and other developing countries. The programme works with national governments to bring out policies that support sustainable solid waste management including plastics and biomedical waste management. The programme works with several city governments in India and with few key African countries to implement solid waste management projects based on segregation at source and decentralised processing. The programme also runs Forum of Cities] that Segregate , that provides a platform exchange knowledge and build capacity to achieve effective and affordable waste management in Indian cities. The nature of the work of the team is extremely dynamic and includes research , advocacy , implementation and capacity building. Work ProfileThe candidate will be required to substantially contribute to the team s research , advocacy and implementation work. Major work responsibilities include: Managing and monitoring implementation of projects in states and cities. Preparing research reports , policy briefs , technical reports , etc. Reviewing policy , rules and regulations. Writing on issues / developments related to waste management in magazines , newspapers and websites. Communicating with government official at the national and state level. Engaging with various stakeholders at the national and state levels to disseminate information and build knowledge / awareness about solid waste management. Organise national and state level meetings and workshops and training programmes to improve SWM policies and practices. Skills Strong relationship - building skills. Excellent programme and team management skills. Good interpersonal skills and experience in working effectively in a multi - cultural environment , with sensitivity to diverse opinion. Ability to interact with a variety of stakeholders , including government officials , urban local bodies (ULBs) , NGOs and communities. Understanding of other organizations , groups and individuals in the waste and sanitation sector along with government policies / reforms a good grasp over. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Must be able to communicate in both English and Hindi. Must be willing to travel to monitor implementation work. Ability to perform and deliver under tight deadlines. Qualification and ExperienceCandidates with a PhD / post graduate in planning , engineering , waste management , sanitation or environment related field with at least 8 - 10 years of work experience. Candidate should have experience of research , advocacy and training. The candidate should be able to work in a tight - knit and dynamic team that works on wide range of issues related to urban waste management. He / she should have strong networking and liasoning skills , willingness to travel and fluency in both written and spoken English / Hindi. Salary: Salary will be commensurate with qualification and experience. How to apply: Candidates can apply online (preferable) or through post. Or Post it to: Ms. Jagdeep Gupta , Executive Director - Planning & OperationsCentre for Science and Environment41 , Tughlakabad Institutional Area , New Delhi 110062Tel: 29956394 / 6339 / 5124 , Fax: 29955879 PS: Only short listed candidates will be contacted for an interview and written test.,

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