Senior Research Associate— Sustainable Cities and Transport, WRI India

<div style="margin-bottom:0.0in;line-height:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><span style="font-size:16.0pt;"><strong><span style="color:rgb(68,114,196);text-decoration:underline;">Senior Research Associate—</span> Sustainable Cities and Transport<span style="color:rgb(68,114,196);text-decoration:underline;">, WRI India</span></strong></span></span></div><div style="line-height:normal;background:white;margin:7.5pt 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;"><b>Who we are and what we do?</b></span></div><div style="line-height:normal;background:white;margin:7.5pt 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">World Resources Institute (WRI) is an independent, non-profit global research organization that turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity and human well-being. Our work focuses on building sustainable and livable cities and working towards a low carbon economy. Through research, analysis, and recommendations, World Resources Institute puts ideas into action to build transformative solutions to protect the earth, promote livelihoods, and enhance human well-being. <span></span></span></div><div style="line-height:normal;background:white;margin:7.5pt 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">WRI India has the capacity to convene key stakeholders, and forge strategic partnerships with governments, business, foundations, civil society organizations, institutes and NGOs, to scale-up solutions that can bring game-changing results for the sustainable management of natural resources in India.</span></div><div style="line-height:normal;background:white;margin:7.5pt 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;"><b>Programme Overview for Sustainable Cities and Transport</b></span></div><div style="margin-bottom:0.0in;line-height:normal;background:white;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">At WRI India Ross Center we focus on 10 integrated solutions to urban challenges. Through applied research, tools, and hands-on advice, and by tapping our network of global experts, we accelerate transformative urban initiatives that have the power to change Indian cities into thriving, equitable, and low-carbon places that are good for people and the planet.</span></div><div style="line-height:normal;background:white;margin:7.5pt 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">Working at WRI India Ross Center offers you the unique opportunity to learn and grow as you collaborate with a diverse set of change agents across Delhi, Bangalore, and Mumbai. As India’s biggest urban-focused think-and-do tank, we seek thoughtful, enterprise-minded, and sensitive individuals who can help us support this transformation and make a positive difference in citizens’ everyday lives.</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;"><b></b></span></div><div style="line-height:normal;background:white;margin:7.5pt 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;"><b>About your role: </b></span></div><div style="margin-bottom:0.0in;line-height:normal;background:white;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">WRI India is seeking a senior research associate with 5-7 years of experience to provide research and writing support for a flagship report on urban transformations in, with, and by Indian cities with a particular focus on place-based transformations leading to the generation of public spaces and the impact on people, nature and climate. This project is led by Program Director for WRI India Ross Center for Sustainable Cities.</span></div><div style="margin-bottom:0.0in;line-height:normal;background:white;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;"></span></div><div style="line-height:15.0pt;background:white;margin:7.5pt 0.0in 7.5pt 0.0in;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;"><b>How your day will unfold:</b></span></div><ul style="margin-top:0.0px;"><li style="font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">Assist the Program Director with research on urban public spaces, and work with team members and collaborators within and outside WRI on all aspects of research and knowledge production.</span></li><li style="font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">Organize, review, and summarize relevant literature on urban urban transformations and the different pathways to generating public spaces and the outcomes and impacts of different interventions.</span></li><li style="font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">Proactively engage with research teams to understand WRI India’s portfolio of work on public spaces in different cities and collect project related information from different teams including conducting indepth interviews with key team members and their city partners</span></li><li style="font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">In consultation with the project lead develop a list of external stakeholders who have been instrumental in shaping public spaces in India and conduct key informant interviews, collect secondary and primary data on possible good practice case studies as well as cases that showed promise but did not have the intended impact</span></li><li style="font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">Play a leading role in collecting data from various secondary and primary sources as identified by the team</span></li><li style="font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">Support efforts to analyze data pertaining to selected case studies to understand the demand and supply side of public spaces </span></li><li style="font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">Write analytic notes related to key emerging themes</span></li><li style="font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">Support the development of case studies</span></li><li style="font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">Produce project-related presentations, and support the development of knowledge products articles to disseminate research, under the guidance of the Program Director</span></li><li style="font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">Any other tasks as assigned by the Cities Research Director to further Cities Research goals related to urban transformations</span></li></ul><div style="line-height:15.0pt;background:white;margin:7.5pt 0.0in 7.5pt 0.0in;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;"><b>Qualifications and Requirements we seek:</b></span></div><ul style="margin-top:0.0px;"><li style="font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">An advanced degree in relevant social or natural science disciplines, such as development, public policy, or urban planning, and 4-7 years of relevant experience.</span></li><li style="font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">Experience of working with the Government, civil society, research institutions or the private sector on urban planning projects and place-based urban transformation is desirable but not mandatory.<span style="color:black;"> </span></span></li><li style="font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">A clear understanding of the research process, methods, and standards, and experience working on interdisciplinary and applied research using mixed methods.</span></li><li style="font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">Organized, detail-oriented, and systematic, with an ability to manage multiple priorities and work with tight deadlines.</span></li><li style="font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">Excellent writing, reasoning, and oral communication skills.</span></li></ul><ul style="margin-top:0.0px;"><li style="font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">An ability to clearly convey information on research processes and standards, and to engage regularly and constructively with colleagues and teams from different WRI programs and core functions, including Communications.</span></li><li style="font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">Strong computer skills. Experience with referencing, research management, statistical and geo-spatial software is a plus</span></li><li style="font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">Good interpersonal skills and comfort working with staff at different levels of experience in a diverse and global organization. </span></li><li style="font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">Self-motivated, proactive, and learning-oriented.</span></li><li style="font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">Demonstrated interest and knowledge of environmental and development issues in India and globally, and a commitment to sustainable and equitable development. </span></li></ul><div style="line-height:15.0pt;background:white;margin:7.5pt 0.0in 7.5pt 0.0in;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;"><b>Salary &amp; Benefits:</b> INR 11,00,000 to INR 13,00,000 CTC Per Annum<br><br>Salary shall be commensurate with experience and skills. WRI offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package.<br><br><b>Location</b>: Delhi/Bangalore/Mumbai, India<br><b>Duration</b>: 1 year as term hire (extendable based on performance and project requirements) </span></div><div style="line-height:15.0pt;background:white;margin:7.5pt 0.0in 7.5pt 0.0in;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;"></span></div><div style="margin-bottom:0.0in;line-height:15.0pt;background:white;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;"><b>List of Documents to be attached:<br></b>  </span></div><ul style="margin-top:0.0px;"><li style="font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">Cover letter explaining how your academic background and skills meet the requirements of this position.</span></li><li style="font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">Resume</span></li><li style="font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">At least three references</span></li><li style="font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">Relevant writing sample</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;"></span></li></ul><div style="margin:10.0px 0.0px;font-family:'Open Sans' , Helvetica;font-size:14.0px;font-weight:400;line-height:20.0px;color:rgb(38,50,56);font-style:normal;letter-spacing:normal;text-indent:0.0px;"><span style="">Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview. </span></div><div style="margin:10.0px 0.0px;font-family:'Open Sans' , Helvetica;font-size:14.0px;font-weight:400;line-height:20.0px;color:rgb(38,50,56);font-style:normal;letter-spacing:normal;text-indent:0.0px;"><em style="font-style:italic;"><strong style="font-weight:600;"><span style="font-weight:600;">Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) @WRI India</span></strong></em></div><div style="margin:10.0px 0.0px;font-family:'Open Sans' , Helvetica;font-size:14.0px;font-weight:400;line-height:20.0px;color:rgb(38,50,56);font-style:normal;letter-spacing:normal;text-indent:0.0px;"><em style="font-style:italic;"><span style="">WRI India values and promotes diversity, equity and inclusion across all areas of our work and workforce. Integrating these values into our actions fosters a progressive and collaborative culture and can also enhance our impact.  It is our responsibility to create a welcoming working environment for people of diverse cultures, backgrounds and experience to learn together. We are responsible for fostering a safe and inclusive workplace where questions, concerns and information about diversity, equity and inclusion are part of our ongoing dialogue and development.</span></em></div><div style="margin:10.0px 0.0px;font-family:'Open Sans' , Helvetica;font-size:14.0px;font-weight:400;line-height:20.0px;color:rgb(38,50,56);font-style:normal;letter-spacing:normal;text-indent:0.0px;"><em style="font-style:italic;"><strong style="font-weight:600;"><span style="font-weight:600;">Learn more about WRI India’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). </span></strong></em><span style=""><a href="https://wri-india.org/about/diversity-equity-and-inclusion" style="background:transparent;color:rgb(24,114,204);text-decoration:underline;display:inline-block;font-weight:600;"><strong style="font-weight:600;">Click Here</strong></a></span></div><h2 style="font-size:36.0px;font-weight:600;margin:0.83em 0.0px;padding:0.0px;border:0.0px;font-family:Poppins;line-height:56.0px;color:rgb(38,50,56);font-style:normal;letter-spacing:normal;text-indent:0.0px;"><strong style="font-weight:600;"><span style="font-weight:600;">People-centric to the core:</span></strong></h2><div style="margin:10.0px 0.0px;font-family:'Open Sans' , Helvetica;font-size:14.0px;font-weight:400;line-height:20.0px;color:rgb(38,50,56);font-style:normal;letter-spacing:normal;text-indent:0.0px;"><span style="">We keep our people at the centre of everything we do - from a welcoming work environment to benefits and a culture that encourages staff to stay healthy, happy, engaged, and growing.</span></div><div style="margin:10.0px 0.0px;font-family:'Open Sans' , Helvetica;font-size:14.0px;font-weight:400;line-height:20.0px;color:rgb(38,50,56);font-style:normal;letter-spacing:normal;text-indent:0.0px;"><strong style="font-weight:600;"><span style="font-weight:600;">Some of the non-monetary benefits that our staff get:</span></strong><strong style="font-weight:600;"><span style="font-weight:600;"><br style="font-weight:600;"></span></strong><strong style="font-weight:600;"><span style="font-weight:600;"><br style="font-weight:600;">Health benefits: </span></strong><span style="">We cover health insurance for you and your loved ones for up to INR 8 lakhs</span></div><div style="margin:10.0px 0.0px;font-family:'Open Sans' , Helvetica;font-size:14.0px;font-weight:400;line-height:20.0px;color:rgb(38,50,56);font-style:normal;letter-spacing:normal;text-indent:0.0px;"><strong style="font-weight:600;"><span style="font-weight:600;">Term Insurance: </span></strong><span style="">Our term insurance policy covers life coverage of 50 lakhs per staff<strong style="font-weight:600;"> </strong>member</span></div><div style="margin:10.0px 0.0px;font-family:'Open Sans' , Helvetica;font-size:14.0px;font-weight:400;line-height:20.0px;color:rgb(38,50,56);font-style:normal;letter-spacing:normal;text-indent:0.0px;"><strong style="font-weight:600;"><span style="font-weight:600;">Employee Assistance program: </span></strong><span style="">Promoting mental well-being and supporting staff in achieving a satisfying work-life balance</span></div><div style="margin:10.0px 0.0px;font-family:'Open Sans' , Helvetica;font-size:14.0px;font-weight:400;line-height:20.0px;color:rgb(38,50,56);font-style:normal;letter-spacing:normal;text-indent:0.0px;"><strong style="font-weight:600;">Health &amp; Nutrition:</strong><span style=""> </span>Personalized diet recommendation from a certified dietitian based on the physical health condition and lifestyle</div><div style="margin:10.0px 0.0px;font-family:'Open Sans' , Helvetica;font-size:14.0px;font-weight:400;line-height:20.0px;color:rgb(38,50,56);font-style:normal;letter-spacing:normal;text-indent:0.0px;"><strong style="font-weight:600;"><span style="font-weight:600;">Flexible work schedule: </span></strong><span style=""> Alternative work arrangements for all who are eligible by nature of their job</span></div><div style="margin:10.0px 0.0px;font-family:'Open Sans' , Helvetica;font-size:14.0px;font-weight:400;line-height:20.0px;color:rgb(38,50,56);font-style:normal;letter-spacing:normal;text-indent:0.0px;"><strong style="font-weight:600;"><span style="font-weight:600;">Learning culture</span></strong><span style="">: Workshops and trainings to empower staff, encourage new learning opportunities</span></div><div style="margin:10.0px 0.0px;font-family:'Open Sans' , Helvetica;font-size:14.0px;font-weight:400;line-height:20.0px;color:rgb(38,50,56);font-style:normal;letter-spacing:normal;text-indent:0.0px;"><strong style="font-weight:600;"><span style="font-weight:600;">Rest and Recharge weeks:</span></strong><span style=""> We encourage staff to take time off to rest, rejuvenate, upskill, and pursue their interests.</span></div><div style="margin:10.0px 0.0px;font-family:'Open Sans' , Helvetica;font-size:14.0px;font-weight:400;line-height:20.0px;color:rgb(38,50,56);font-style:normal;letter-spacing:normal;text-indent:0.0px;"><strong style="font-weight:600;"><span style="font-weight:600;">Our leave policy:</span></strong><span style=""> Avail personal time off at 36 per year, along with public holidays, maternity, paternity, and adoption leaves.</span></div><div style="margin:10.0px 0.0px;font-family:'Open Sans' , Helvetica;font-size:14.0px;font-weight:400;line-height:20.0px;color:rgb(38,50,56);font-style:normal;letter-spacing:normal;text-indent:0.0px;"><span style="">Click here to know more about our benefits </span><span style=""><a href="https://wri-india.org/careers" style="background:transparent;color:rgb(24,114,204);text-decoration:underline;display:inline-block;font-weight:600;">Careers | WRI INDIA (wri-india.org)</a></span></div><div style="margin:10.0px 0.0px;font-family:'Open Sans' , Helvetica;font-size:14.0px;font-weight:400;line-height:20.0px;color:rgb(38,50,56);font-style:normal;letter-spacing:normal;text-indent:0.0px;"><strong style="font-weight:600;"><span style="font-weight:600;">Equal employment @WRI India</span></strong></div><div style="margin:10.0px 0.0px;font-family:'Open Sans' , Helvetica;font-size:14.0px;font-weight:400;line-height:20.0px;color:rgb(38,50,56);font-style:normal;letter-spacing:normal;text-indent:0.0px;"><em style="font-style:italic;"><span style="">We believe in equal employment, it is our policy to recruit, and provide opportunities for advancement in all job classifications without regard to caste, religion, sex, age, marital status, sexual preference, parental status, or disability.</span></em></div>