Program Associate

4 weeks ago


Delhi, Delhi, India WRI India Full time

About WRI India

WRI India is a leading research organization dedicated to promoting environmentally sound and socially equitable development. Our 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.

Program Overview for Food, Land and Water

WRI India's Food, Land and Water program aims to inform India's transition towards sustainable and resilient food and land use systems. We focus on developing interdisciplinary nature-based solutions like landscape restoration, sustainable agriculture to mitigate climate impacts, enhance jobs and livelihoods, and improve nutritional security.

About Your Role

We are seeking a Program Associate to advance our ongoing work on reducing food loss and waste in India, through robust research and partnership development. The position is most suited to an individual who has an interdisciplinary research background, a passion for working in the agriculture and food sustainability sector in India, exceptional research and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop a science-based research framework to understand the different sources and reasons for food loss and waste in India and associated analysis.
  • Identify and scope new areas of research and innovation around food loss and waste and strategies to take forward the agenda in India.
  • Stay informed about developments in policy, technology, and industry standards related to food loss and waste reduction.
  • Research and innovation around the development and implementation of sustainable practices in food supply chains, and achievement of nutrition security.
  • Develop high-quality knowledge products (reports, policy briefs, working papers) that encapsulate research findings and communicate these to diverse audiences.
  • Coordinate and oversee project activities and initiatives to ensure timely achievements of milestones.
  • Support in developing high-quality documentation and timely reporting of the program.
  • Identify and cultivate partnerships with diverse food supply chain actors to leverage resources and expertise for food loss and waste reduction initiatives.
  • Facilitate networking opportunities and knowledge exchange among stakeholders to foster collaboration and maximize impact.

Qualifications and Requirements

  • Master's degree in agriculture, food sustainability, economics, management, or related disciplines.
  • 2-4 years of post-study research experience relating to food supply chain, post-harvest management, sustainable food system issues, and policies.
  • Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
  • Demonstrated skills of engaging in participatory approaches, and high levels of comfort in working with scientific data as well as local knowledge.
  • Excellent research, interpersonal, written, and communication skills.
  • Ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner.
  • Demonstrated skills in preparing program documents, reports, etc.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Location and Duration

Delhi, India. 1-year duration.

Salary and Benefits

INR 8,00,000 to INR 9,00,000 Per Annum Salary. WRI India offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package.



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