Urban Climate Resilience Programme Lead

4 weeks ago


Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Arthan Full time
Programme Head: Urban Climate Change

Arthan is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Programme Head to lead our new flagship programme focused on building climate resilience and adaptation in urban locations. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing a programme that addresses urban climate change issues, including heat stress and urban waste management.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and lead a team of programme staff to implement the programme in Mumbai and other urban locations.
  • Design and implement a programme approach that aligns with government budgets and priorities.
  • Identify, evaluate, and monitor project grantees for implementation in urban locations.
  • Build innovation and creative ideas into the programme design.
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with government stakeholders at the city and state level.
  • Display leadership qualities to work with multiple stakeholders, including implementation partners, technical experts, and government functionaries.
  • Create opportunities for collaborations and scaling the programme with other like-minded funders.

Requirements:

  • Master's degree or higher in a relevant field, such as development studies, environmental science, or sustainable development.
  • At least 12 years of experience in the development sector, with a focus on urban climate change issues.
  • Experience in designing and building programmes from ideation to scale.
  • Strong leadership skills, flexibility, and willingness to be hands-on for project execution.

Working at Arthan:

Arthan is a non-profit organisation dedicated to sustainable development in India. We are committed to creating a better world by addressing the root causes of poverty and inequality. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the skills and experience to lead our urban climate change programme, we encourage you to apply.



  • Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Arthan Full time

    Position: Programme HeadThematic: Urban Climate ChangeLocation: Full-timeThe Programme Head will lead our flagship programme focused on building climate resilience and adaptation in urban locations. Our interventions will include solving for heat stress and urban waste management, including wastewater. The programme will also work at the intersection of...

  • Programme Director

    4 weeks ago


    Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Arthan Full time

    Arthan is seeking a Programme Director to lead our flagship programme focused on building climate resilience and adaptation in urban locations. The Programme Director will be responsible for developing a detailed programme design, approach, and operational plan, as well as identifying and evaluating projects for implementation.Key Responsibilities:Developing...


  • Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Arthan Full time

    Job DescriptionArthan is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Programme Head to lead our flagship programme focused on building climate resilience and adaptation in urban locations.The Programme Head will be responsible for developing a detailed programme design, approach, and operational plan, as well as identifying, evaluating, and monitoring specific...


  • Mumbai, Maharashtra, India India Climate Collaborative Full time

    Job Title: Climate Philanthropy SpecialistJob Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled Climate Philanthropy Specialist to join our team at India Climate Collaborative. The successful candidate will be responsible for guiding and advising philanthropists on climate action, with a focus on engaging new donors and cultivating philanthropic learning and action...


  • Mumbai, Maharashtra, India WRI India Full time

    About the Role:Senior Project Associate – InnovationWRI India seeks a highly motivated and dynamic individual to work with our Innovation team in India. The Senior Associate will support our ongoing engagement with entrepreneurs, governments, and investors to catalyze innovation for climate mitigation, adaptation, and resilience.Key...


  • Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Climate Smart Ventures Full time

    About CSV Climate Smart VenturesCSV Climate Smart Ventures is a pioneering advisory firm that enables asset owners and investors in Asia to transition from fossil fuels to renewables by leveraging capital market-driven solutions.The company is headquartered in Singapore, with offices in key markets across the region, including the Philippines, Indonesia,...


  • Mumbai, Maharashtra, India WRI India Full time

    Job Title: Senior Climate Program AssociateWe are seeking a highly skilled Senior Climate Program Associate to join our team at WRI India. As a key member of our Climate Program, you will be responsible for contributing to research, modeling, and capacity building activities related to India's low-carbon development pathways.Conduct research and analysis on...

  • Pact Country Officer

    1 month ago


    Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Arup Full time

    Role OverviewArup is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Country Officer to support the UK PACT programme in India. The successful candidate will work closely with the PACT Country Fund Manager to manage day-to-day activities, including project implementation, reporting, and stakeholder engagement.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the PACT Country Fund...


  • Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Arup Full time

    Job Title: Pact Country OfficerArup is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Pact Country Officer to join our team in India. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the management of UK PACT activities in India, working closely with the PACT Country Fund Manager and the Arup team.Key Responsibilities:Support the PACT Country Fund...


  • Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Antarctica Global Full time

    Antarctica Global is a Mumbai-based climate tech company that partners with clients worldwide. We design and build software products that positively impact people's lives and create a better world.We exclusively focus on helping companies that pursue the Sustainable Development Goals set by the United Nations in 2015. Whether it's helping an urban farm...


  • Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Reliance Foundation Full time

    About Reliance FoundationReliance Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Reliance Industries Limited, aims to drive transformative changes in the lives of millions of Indians through innovative and sustainable solutions. Led by Founder and Chairperson Smt. Nita Ambani, we are committed to addressing the nation's development challenges in rural transformation,...


  • Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Descartes Underwriting Full time

    About Descartes UnderwritingDescartes Underwriting is a pioneering force in the insurance industry, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to tackle the complexities of climate-related risks. Our team combines expertise from renowned institutions with top-notch scientific skills to deliver exceptional underwriting services.We have made significant strides...


  • Mumbai, Maharashtra, India M&G Full time

    M&G Global Services is seeking a skilled Operational Resilience Lead to join our team. Key responsibilities include facilitating crisis management calls, maintaining crisis management frameworks, and delivering post-incident reviews. The ideal candidate will have experience in scenario testing and exercising, as well as threat modelling and horizon scanning....


  • Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Antarctica Global Full time

    About the RoleAntarctica Global is a climate tech company based in Mumbai, India, working with clients across the globe to build software products that change people's lives and make the world a better place.We are dedicated to helping companies achieve the Sustainable Development Goals enacted by the United Nations in 2015. Our team is passionate about...


  • Mumbai, Maharashtra, India JD Full time

    Group Head of Business ContinuityReporting to : CFOOperating Ratio : 40/60 Current / FutureLocation: GlobalKey Objective : To embed and enhance the organization's resilience by overseeing and managing business continuity, including Incidents, across the company's global and regional entities through appropriate escalations and reporting.Key...


  • Mumbai, Maharashtra, India responsAbility Full time

    About the RoleresponsAbility is seeking an experienced Investment Officer to join its Climate Finance team in Mumbai, India. The successful candidate will be responsible for building and managing relationships with financial institutions across the Asia Pacific region, working closely with regional teams and responsAbility's headquarters in Zurich.Key...


  • Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Third sector partners Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Manager to lead our Food Systems program, focusing on agroecological approaches and sustainable food systems.The ideal candidate will have a strong background in agriculture, sustainable agriculture management, or a related field, with at least 12 to 14 years of relevant work experience.The...


  • Mumbai, Maharashtra, India World Resources Institute Full time

    About the RoleThe Climate Program at World Resources Institute India is seeking a seasoned professional to drive the program's engagement with the private sector, catalyzing low-carbon industry growth through strategic initiatives and projects.Your Key ResponsibilitiesBuild and maintain relationships with industry stakeholders, including large corporates,...


  • Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Carrier Full time

    About the Role">The Carrier Global Corporation is seeking a skilled Project Manager to lead climate and energy solutions projects. This role requires strong planning, directing, and coordinating skills to ensure project goals are achieved within time and funding parameters.Key Responsibilities:Project Planning: Plan and analyze assigned projects,...


  • Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Idyllic Services Full time

    Job Title: Programme Management Office LeadAt Idyllic Services, we are seeking a skilled Programme Management Office Lead to oversee the strategic programme and ensure effective governance. The ideal candidate will have strong governance skills to manage multiple workstreams and maintain robust control checks.Main Responsibilities:Manage RAID logs and ensure...