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  • Programme Officer-Living Ganga
    WWF-India
    New Delhi
      Posted on Apply by: 20 June 2012
    About the Organization

    WWF-India, the country’s largest conservation organization seeks to address environmental challenges through addressing both biodiversity conservation and humanity’s environmental footprint. WWF-India’s, Rivers for Life, Life for Rivers Program focuses on promoting sustainable water management in the Ganga basin. The four pillars of this integrated program are sustainable water management, water stewardship, habitat & biodiversity conservation and climate adaptation
    We are looking for a self-motivated and dynamic individual to join the Rivers for Life, Life for Rivers team as Programme Officer – Living Ganga. The main geographical area of focus will be a 900 km critical stretch of the Ganga River from Gangotri (Uttarakhand) to Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) and the 600 Km Ramganga River-a major tributary of the Ganga.

    Responsibilities

    Co-ordinate with the cross cutting teams working on the Rivers for Life, Life for Rivers at the Secretariat and Field Offices; prepare progress reports to donors and other stakeholders.

    Responsible for maintaining accurate records on MIS and programme indicators.

    Collate, analyse and prepare monthly updates on progress of different programme components against a pre-designed work-plan and donor requirements.

    Assist in monitoring and evaluation of the work plan and budgets for time bound delivery of the project outcomes.

    Provide regular updates and summaries to the internal communication team on the implementation of various project activities for updating the website and preparation of communication materials.

    Assist in the preparation of background papers and presentations for policy advocacy at local, state and central government level.

    Assist in proposal development, and funding raising.


    Qualification/Experience

    Masters degree from a recognized institute or university, preferably in Social sciences/Environmental Science or a related field.

    Minimum of 5 years experience in coordination, monitoring and evaluation is essential

    Excellent oral and written communication skills is essential

    Understanding of Water/River basin related issues in India will be an advantage

    Desired Skills and Abilities:

    Excellent oral and written communication skills.

    High-level of interpersonal skills.

    Meet deadlines and effectively prioritise under time constraints

    Manage by objectives with considerable independence, competence and discretion.

    Manage within a large and complex organization across geographical, cultural and language boundaries

    Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural team


    To Apply

    recruitments@wwfindia.net

    Submission Details:

    Please submit an up-to-date CV (mentioning your full name in the resume attachment), giving details regarding compensation received in the present assignment, expected salary, and three references.
    Please mention “Programme Officer – Living Ganga”, in the subject line. The vacancy is open to Indian Nationals only.
    Applications of only the short listed candidates will be acknowledged. WWF-India is an equal opportunities employer. Applications from qualified women are encouraged.
    Remuneration will be competitive with Indian NGO pay scales and will depend upon candidate’s experience levels and the overall WWF-India salary structure. WWF-India does not provide housing, telephone or vehicle facilities.

      Posted on Apply by: 20 June 2012

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