Project Manager – Adaptation and Resilience Finance

1 week ago

Delhi, Delhi, India WRI India Full time
Description

Project Manager – Adaptation and Resilience Finance

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 current and future generations.

Through research, analysis, 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. Currently over 150 researchers are working with WRI India in our offices at Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru.

Program Overview for Sustainable Cities and Transport

At WRI India Ross Center we focus on to urban challenges.

Through applied research, tools, 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.

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 to citizens' everyday lives.


About your role:


The WRI India Ross Centre for Sustainable Cities is seeking to fill a full-time position to advance Adaptation and Resilience Finance work in Indian cities.

To adhere to the net-zero commitments and stay under the 1.5-2 degrees Celsius temperature rise by 2030, it is estimated that climate projects in India require 120 billion USD annually.

Despite the climate imperative, cities in the global south continue to face barriers which limit access to finance for A&R projects.

Funding for A&R projects continue to depend on public finance capacities of the cities and meeting the private sectors' expectations of risk and return.

This project gives an opportunity to engage with bilateral and multilateral agencies, project preparation support facilities, and philanthropic foundations for mobilizing funds to be invested in A&R projects in pilot cities.

Given this project context, WRI India is seeking a dynamic and experienced Urban Climate Finance Manager to lead our efforts in mobilizing funding for climate-resilient urban infrastructure projects.

The Urban Climate Finance Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing financial strategies, forging partnerships with public and private sector stakeholders, and overseeing the successful execution of urban climate finance initiatives.


How your day will unfold:
The selected candidate will report to the Program Lead and support the Sustainable Cities program at WRI India with the following:

  • Develop strategic plans for urban climate finance, aligning them with broader city development goals and climate action plans.
  • Identify and assess potential funding sources, including public, private, and blended finance mechanisms, to support urban climate initiatives.
  • Conduct financial assessments to identify funding gaps, investment opportunities, risk management measures and cost-effective climate adaptation measures in urban areas.
  • Assist in the formulation of policies and regulations related to climate finance at the urban level, ensuring alignment with national and international frameworks.
  • Prepare funding proposals for urban climate projects, including feasibility studies, budgeting, risk assessments, and financial modeling.
  • Assessment of potential for blended finance structures in implementing A&R projects and develop a well-articulated business case for pilot A&R projects.
  • Develop business models on A&R projects
  • Develop project bankability reports and share with financial institutions.
  • Collaborate with various stakeholders including government agencies, financial institutions, NGOs, and community groups to mobilize support and resources for urban climate initiatives.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to structure and negotiate financing arrangements for urban climate projects, including grants, loans, and other financial instruments.
  • Monitor and evaluate the performance of urban climate finance projects, track financial disbursements, and ensure compliance with funding requirements and reporting obligations.
  • Contribute to knowledge sharing and capacity building efforts related to urban climate finance, including organizing workshops, training sessions, and other learning events.
  • Advocate for effective climate policies and regulations at the local and state levels.
  • Facilitate collaborative design of projects that address climate challenges and community priorities, working with municipal governments/government departments, engineers, and citizen groups.
  • Advocate for innovative approaches to mobilize urban climate finance.

Qualifications and requirements we seek:

  • Post-graduate in the related field of finance, economics, environmental management, urban planning, climate change, sustainable development, or any related field.
  • At least 7-10 years of sectoral experience in the field of climate finance with a focus on urban development
  • Demonstrated experience of working with national and sub-national governments
  • Strong understanding of climate finance frameworks and mechanisms, including public finance instruments, green bonds, climate funds, and other innovative financing approaches.
  • Demonstrated experience in project management, including project design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.
  • Knowledge of relevant low-carbon policies and climate-resilient development in India
  • Demonstrated experience in leading and/or contributing to interdisciplinary research projects on climate action, policy analysis, data collection and surveys, and other related work.
  • Strong communication skills, ability to liaise with government and other stakeholders - to collect data, communicate findings, and seek feedback iteratively.
  • Proficiency in quantitative and/or qualitative data collection and analysis
  • Demonstrated ability to work both independently as well as part of a team.
  • Ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner.
  • Ability to think creatively, work calmly and enthusiastically under pressure.
Salary
:
INR 11,00,000 to INR 13,00,000 CTC Per Annum. Salary shall be commensurate with experience and skills. WRI offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package.

Location:
New Delhi, India

Duration

: 2years as term hire (extendable based on performance and project requirements)

Start date:
As soon as possible.

List of Documents to be attached:
Cover letter explaining how your academic background and skills meet the requirements of this position.
Curriculum vitae
Writing samples
Reports
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview purpose.

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 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.

Learn more about WRI India's commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).

People-centric to the core:


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.

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 staffmember

Employee Assistance program:
Promoting mental well-being and supporting staff in achieving a satisfying work-life balance

Health & Nutrition:
Personalized diet recommendation from a certified dietitian based on the physical health condition and lifestyle

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

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.

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