Ecologist- Mumbai

Job Title: Ecologist

Location: Mumbai Office (with travel to different locations)

Reporting To: CEO

Type: Full-time

**Salary**: Commensurate with experience

**About Raah Foundation**

Raah Foundation is a non-profit organization working at the intersection of ecological restoration and community well-being in the Northern Western Ghats. We restore degraded landscapes, enhance biodiversity, and create sustainable livelihoods—especially for women in indigenous communities.

**Role Summary**

We are looking for an Ecologist to join our Mumbai office to support restoration planning, ecological assessments, reporting, and research activities. This role is pivotal in bridging field-based ecological work with data-driven planning and knowledge building. The ecologist will work closely with multidisciplinary teams including agriculture, water, and livelihoods to integrate ecological principles into all interventions.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Restoration Planning & Strategy
- Support development of ecological restoration plans for forest, grassland, and agro-ecological systems.
- Identify native species for afforestation, agroforestry, and habitat enrichment based on local ecology.
- Ecological Assessments & Monitoring
- Analyze data and reports from field surveys to assess ecological health and project impact.
- Design and refine ecological monitoring frameworks (e.g., biodiversity indices, soil/water quality indicators).
- Documentation & Reporting
- Prepare internal reports, donor reports, and presentations on ecological outcomes and learnings.
- Support the creation of field guides, species lists, and restoration protocols.
- Research & Learning
- Conduct desk-based and field-based research on best practices in restoration ecology.
- Collaborate with academic and research institutions as needed for pilot studies and knowledge partnerships.
- Capacity Building
- Support training and knowledge sharing with field teams on ecological principles and restoration techniques.
- Develop IEC (Information, Education, and Communication) material for internal and external audiences.

**Key Requirements**
- Master’s degree or above in Ecology, Environmental Science, Botany, Forestry, or related fields.
- 2-5 years of experience in restoration ecology, biodiversity conservation, or related domains.
- Strong report writing, analytical, and communication skills.
- Familiarity with ecological monitoring tools, GIS, and data interpretation.
- Passion for conservation and commitment to Raah Foundation’s mission.

Desirable Attributes
- Multilingual - preferably fluent in Marathi and English.
- Experience working with rural/tribal communities or NGOs.
- Creative, proactive, and comfortable working in interdisciplinary teams.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹49,339.91 - ₹160,766.28 per month

Work Location: In person