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Operations Director, WRI China

Sustainable Cities Director, China Sustainable Transition Center

Who we are and what we do: WRI India, an independent charity legally registered as the India Resources Trust, provides objective information and practical proposals to foster environmentally sound and socially equitable development. WRI India’s mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earth’s environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of our generations. Through research, and recommendations, WRI India puts ideas into action to build transformative solutions to protect the earth, promote livelihoods, and enhance human well-being. We are inspired by and associated with World Resources Institute (WRI), a global research organization. Over 150 researchers are working with WRI India in our offices at Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru. About the Climate Program: At WRI India’s Climate Program, we focus on integrated solutions that can enable a low-carbon transition in India, while ensuring that the transition is equitable and just for its people and protects natural resources. Through applied research, the use of frameworks and tools, partnerships with partners and ground-level implementation, we seek to achieve impact at scale.  About your role: The Climate Program at WRI India is seeking a dynamic candidate to advance the program’s engagement with the private sector which is aimed at catalyzing low-carbon industry growth by working on topics ranging from corporate decarbonization strategies, value chain engagement, GHG reporting and management, science-based targets, sectoral decarbonization roadmaps, just transitions and carbon pricing. How your day will unfold: ·       Build and nurture engagement with the industry sector in India, large corporates, industry associations, MSME associations, and other key stakeholders including government and policymakers, think tanks and educational institutions, academia and sectoral experts. ·       Provide strategic inputs to the program on opportunities and levers for accelerating sustainable and inclusive low-carbon industrial growth in India, enhancing business preparedness and capacities towards low-carbon policies and trends, and supporting voluntary climate action in India. ·       Build projects, develop them to achieve the desired outcomes outlined above with impact at scale. ·       Conduct in-depth primary and secondary research, with quantitative and qualitative analysis to inform policies and actions needed for advancing industrial decarbonization and addressing barriers to decarbonization. ·       Facilitate impactful dialogues, convenings, workshops, roundtables and events with partners. ·       Lead coordination and dissemination of capacity-building activities ·       Write compelling research products, articles, and blogs, and provide research and content development support, as needed. ·       Keep abreast of industry and technology trends, policy and financing landscape and sectoral developments. ·       Perform other tasks as needed towards achieving the Climate Program’s vision.   Qualifications and skills we seek:  ·       Postgraduate degree/ master’s degree in engineering, economics, management, science, technology, or public policy ·       7-10 Years of cross-sectoral industry or consulting experience in climate change, sustainability and industrial decarbonization   ·       Demonstrated experience in GHG accounting, target setting, climate scenario analysis, financial/cost-benefit analysis, corporate sustainability reporting and ESG disclosures, and development of corporate sustainability strategy. ·       Experience working on Science Based Targets, internal carbon pricing and value-chain decarbonization are desirable. ·       Knowledge of the domestic and international climate policy and business climate action landscape, issues and trends. ·       Knowledge of important technological interventions needed for deep decarbonization, especially in hard-to-abate sectors, along with an understanding of barriers and challenges in adoption. ·       Experience working with and coordinating across multiple partners. ·       Passion for change and high impact in corporate climate action and industrial decarbonization. ·       Collaborative, respectful and responsible ·       Fluency in English is essential and fluency in regional languages. <a>Salary and Benefits:</a> INR 1500000-1800000 Duration: 1 year (extendable based on performance and project requirements)  Location: Mumbai/New Delhi Start Date: At the earliest To Apply: Qualified applicants should apply online at <a href="http://www.wri.org/careers"></a><a href="http://www.wri.org/careers">www.wri.org/careers</a>. All applications must be submitted online through this career portal in order to be formally considered. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview purpose. List of Documents to be attached: <ul><li style="color:rgb(77,77,77);line-height:115.0%;background:white;font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;">Cover Letter (outlining your interest and suitability for the position)</li><li style="color:rgb(77,77,77);line-height:115.0%;background:white;font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;">Resume</li></ul>Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.  Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) @WRI India 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 experiences 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. Learn more about WRI India’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). <a href="https://wri-india.org/about/diversity-equity-and-inclusion">Click Here</a> <h2 style="margin-top:8.4pt;line-height:115.0%;background:white;">People-centric to the core:</h2>We keep our people at the center of everything we do - from a welcoming work environment to benefits and a culture that encourages staff to stay healthy, happy, engaged, and growing. Some of the non-monetary benefits that our staff get: Health benefits: We cover health insurance for you and your loved ones for up to INR 8 lakhs Term Insurance: Our term insurance policy covers life coverage of 50 lakhs per staff member Employee Assistance program: Promoting mental well-being and supporting staff in achieving a satisfying work-life balance. Digital healthcare service: Online doctor consultations for your primary healthcare needs Flexible work schedule:  Alternative work arrangements for all who are eligible by nature of their job. Learning culture: Workshops and trainings to empower staff, encourage new learning opportunities. Rest and Recharge weeks: We encourage staff to take time off to rest, rejuvenate, upskill, and pursue their interests. Our leave policy: Avail personal time off at 36 per year, along with public holidays, maternity, paternity, and adoption leaves. Click here to know more about our benefits <a href="https://wri-india.org/careers">Careers | WRI INDIA (wri-india.org)</a> Equal employment @WRI India 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.

Manager - Corporate Climate Action and Industry Decarbonization, Climate Program

Macintosh Administrator - Help Desk Support Analyst II

Help Desk Support Analyst I

Deputy Director - Operations

<h2>Overview</h2>Put your passion and skills to work for the planet. Climate change is the most urgent issue of our time, and we need people like you to help us build a vital Earth — for everyone. We’re Environmental Defense Fund, a fast-paced nonprofit with a growing staff of more than 1,000 people in nearly 30 countries. We deliver game-changing solutions that cut climate pollution and strengthen people’s ability to thrive despite the effects climate change is already having. We work wherever we can have the most impact, from local communities to top companies to governments worldwide, and even in space. Our culture, values and commitment to diversity make EDF an exciting and meaningful place to work. Every job here makes a difference. Won’t you join us?<h2>Responsibilities </h2>The Office of Chief Scientist (OCS) is the nexus of science at EDF, ensuring that the science that is the backbone for all EDF policy positions is based on the best available information. To be most effective in this role, OCS provides programmatic support for all scientists at EDF and fosters relationships with scientists outside the organization. EDF has set an ambitious goal to achieve a 45% cut in global methane pollution from the Oil and Gas supply chain by 2025 in an effort to reduce the rate of warming we will experience over the next 20 years, equivalent to closing one third of the world’s coal fired power plants.  Overall Function The Scientist, Global Methane will be a key contributor to oil and natural gas-associated initiatives within EDF. Minimizing methane emissions from oil and natural gas supply chains is a core part of EDF’s energy and climate work. The Scientist will (i) help EDF stay at the cutting-edge of how to measure and mitigate anthropogenic methane emissions, and (ii) work to develop the scientific understandings required to mitigate methane emissions associated with global production and distribution of oil, gas, and coal. The Scientist will work with EDF's Office of the Chief Scientist team in close collaboration with policy and legal experts and report to the International Senior Scientist. Key Responsibilities<ul> <li>Conduct research, analysis and provide scientific guidance and support for EDF’s work to characterize and mitigate methane emissions from oil and gas operations.</li> <li>Design, plan and execute EDF’s work on characterizing methane emissions from oil and gas supply chain; collaborating and coordinating effectively with academic and other relevant partners.</li> <li>Provide scientific guidance on the design and development of robust, empirically based measurement, reporting and verification (MRV) frameworks for methane emissions from the oil and gas industry.</li> <li>Coordinate and manage partnerships with research institutions.</li> <li>Coordinate and ensure rigor of scientific initiatives collaboratively undertaken with a diverse group of stakeholders including industry, academics, multilateral organizations and the public sector.</li> <li>Synthesize scientific results and insights from recent literature and communicate that information to a multi-disciplinary team, including EDF scientists, policy experts, and corporate and community partnership specialists.</li> <li>Provide scientific support to EDF’s global oil and gas methane initiatives and program.</li> <li>Remain at the cutting-edge of climate science, including staying up-to-date with the scientific literature.</li> <li>Ensure scientific integrity of EDF generated materials.</li> <li>Participate/lead in the analysis and writing of papers for publication in peer-reviewed journals.</li> <li>Attend and represent EDF at external meetings and interact with the scientific community at large.</li> <li>Participate in advancing EDF DEI goals in which people from all backgrounds and experiences feel connected, included, and empowered to address the environmental and organizational challenges in alignment with EDF values.</li> <li>Independently support other “rapid response” and/or project development efforts on an as-needed basis.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul> <li>A PhD in atmospheric science, physical sciences or engineering (e.g., chemical engineering) or related field with at least 2 years of experience, post-doc required.</li> <li>A track record of performing and publishing methane-focused research.</li> <li>Familiarity with methane emission datasets (i.e., in-situ measurements, satellite remote sensing).</li> <li>Experience coordinating methane field measurement campaigns.</li> <li>Understanding of methane monitoring technologies.</li> <li>Strong quantitative analysis skills.</li> <li>Excellent written and oral communication skills.  </li> <li>Initiates and maintains contacts within the scientific community.</li> <li>Experience in performing rigorous analysis with short deadlines in support of highly visible work.</li> <li>The ability to communicate complex ideas in writing and orally to multiple stakeholders with different levels of expertise, including the public and industry.</li> <li>Must demonstrate cultural awareness and the knowledge, attitude, behavior and skills that lead to a culturally competent workplace. Must demonstrate a commitment to continued self-assessment, learning and growth to increase and broaden culturally competent skillsets that produce effective interactions with people across diverse cultures and backgrounds. This includes the ability to adapt to cultural change.</li> <li>An ability to work both independently and as a member of small teams on multiple projects in a fast-paced, dynamic. and creative environment.</li> <li>Demonstrates self-awareness, cultural competency and inclusivity, and ability to work with colleagues and stakeholders across diverse cultures and backgrounds.</li></ul>Additional Preferred Qualifications<ul> <li>Familiarity with emission inventories.</li> <li>Proficiency in statistical analysis and understanding of atmospheric modeling.</li> <li>Willingness to travel internationally (&lt;10% of time).</li> <li>Understanding of current methane MRV frameworks</li></ul> Locations: Remote – US; Belgium; Netherlands Range for Belgium: 66,000 – 72,000 EURRange for Netherlands: 67,000 – 74,000 EUR NOTE: If you’re applying for one of our European locations, you must have the right to live and work in the applicable country when applying.<h2>Pay Ranges</h2>We offer a strong total rewards package encompassing competitive salary, robust benefits, and professional development opportunities consistent with a modern global organization. We take into account factors such as candidate experience, skills, training, internal team equity and local norms.The pay range for this role is shown below. Please note that pay ranges are country specific. As a result, the stated currency is not meant be converted into any other currency. <h2>Minimum Salary</h2>USD $95,000.00/Yr.<h2>Maximum Salary</h2>USD $106,000.00/Yr.<h2>EEO Information</h2>Environmental Defense Fund is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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