Senior Project Associate

1 week ago

Ahmadnagar, Maharashtra, India Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment Full time ₹ 4,00,000 - ₹ 8,00,000 per year
Description

The Project Coordinator will play a key role in planning, coordinating, and implementing grassland restoration projects in Maharashtra. This position involves working closely with government departments, local communities, partner NGOs, and technical experts to ensure effective restoration, monitoring, and knowledge sharing. The ideal candidate will combine strong project management skills with an understanding of ecological restoration, community engagement, and rural livelihoods.

Type: Full-Time | Contractual | 12 months (with the possibility of extension)

Responsibilities

1. Project Implementation & Coordination

  • Coordinate day-to-day project activities, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
  • Facilitate the establishment and maintenance of native grass nurseries, restoration plots, and monitoring systems.
  • Support site selection, baseline surveys, and ecological assessments in collaboration with technical teams.
  • Ensure integration of traditional knowledge and scientific best practices in restoration efforts.

2. Stakeholder Engagement

  • Liaise with the Maharashtra Forest Department, Rural Development Department, and other relevant agencies for permissions, alignment, and support.
  • Facilitate community meetings, workshops, and training sessions with pastoralists, farmers, and local institutions.
  • Build and maintain partnerships with NGOs, academic institutions, and private sector actors where relevant.

3. Monitoring, Reporting & Learning

  • Track progress against work plans and prepare monthly/quarterly reports for donors and partners.
  • Support participatory monitoring with community members to track ecological and livelihood outcomes.
  • Document lessons learned, challenges, and best practices for dissemination.

4. Communications & Advocacy Support

  • Contribute to the preparation of project briefs, case studies, and social media content.
  • Assist in organising exposure visits, field demonstrations, and policy dialogues.
Qualifications

Essential

  • Background in environmental sciences, ecology, natural resource management, rural development, or a related field.
  • Minimum 3–5 years of experience in project coordination, preferably in ecosystem restoration, forestry, or rural livelihoods.
  • Strong skills in stakeholder management and community facilitation.
  • Proficiency in Marathi and English .
  • Willingness to travel extensively within Maharashtra
  • Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams.

Desirable

  • Prior experience with grassland or rangeland management.
  • Familiarity with government schemes (e.g., CAMPA, watershed management, fodder development).
  • Data management and GIS skills
How to Apply
Contact

Please direct your questions regarding this position to

Note
  • Only candidates who are shortlisted for the interview will be contacted.
Date Posted

15 August 2025

Valid Through

August 31, 2025

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Location

Central Maharashtra (Pune/Ahmednagar/Solapur districts)

  • Senior Project Manager

    1 day ago

    Ahmadnagar, Maharashtra, India beBeeProjectLead Full time ₹ 15,00,000 - ₹ 25,00,000

    Key to our success lies in the ability to deliver projects on time and within budget. To achieve this, we are seeking a highly skilled Strategy Project Management Lead.Responsibilities:Plan, coordinate, and manage assigned projects to ensure successful completion.Develop comprehensive project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation...

  • Senior Support Specialist

    5 days ago

    Ahmadnagar, Maharashtra, India beBeeSpecialist Full time ₹ 8,00,000 - ₹ 15,00,000

    Role OverviewThis is a rare opportunity to work at the core of a dynamic organization, supporting key initiatives and managing priorities across diverse business sectors.You will act as the central point of coordination – managing schedules, tracking key initiatives, facilitating communication, and ensuring timely decision-making.Manage calendars,...

  • Senior Real Estate Consultant

    2 weeks ago

    Ahmadnagar, Maharashtra, India beBeeRealEstate Full time ₹ 5,00,000 - ₹ 6,00,000

    About This Opportunity We are seeking a results-driven professional to fill the role of Senior Property Advisor.Key Responsibilities:Negotiating and maintaining relationships with clients, suppliers and other stakeholders to achieve business objectives.Providing expert advice on real estate matters to ensure successful transactions.Working closely with...

  • Assistant Process Engineering Manager

    1 week ago

    Ahmadnagar, Maharashtra, India Kinetic Engineering Full time ₹ 15,00,000 - ₹ 20,00,000 per year

    Role & responsibilitiesComprehensive experience in transforming business through innovative Project Management, Greenfield Project Execution, Manufacturing Engineering, Process engineering & development, Quality, Lean Six Sigma, New Plant set-up, with skills in New Process development Assembly, Automobile & Electric Vehicle (EV) Manufacturing across...

  • Senior Assistant

    1 week ago

    Ahmadnagar, Maharashtra, India Astral Pipes Full time US$ 60,000 - US$ 1,20,000 per year

    Education :GraduateResponsibilities : Responsible for delivering sales growth agenda of the company in project businessDeliver sales targets by managing teams of builders, architects, consultants etcExpansion of project businessStrengthen project business by doing engaging activities with stakeholdersMaintain sales tracker project wiseBe a face of Astral...

  • Senior Billing Engineer

    1 week ago

    Ahmadnagar, Maharashtra, India Shelke Group Full time ₹ 8,00,000 - ₹ 12,00,000 per year

    Billing Engineer Railway Projects (Ahmednagar) |Who have experience in railway projects will be consider for shortlisting.Location: AhmednagarIndustry: Railway Infrastructure ProjectsKey Responsibilities:Preparation of RA Bills for Railway works (Major Bridges & Earthwork).Preparation of Cross Sections for Earthwork.Preparing Bar Bending Schedule...

  • Senior Wind Energy Financial Lead

    1 day ago

    Ahmadnagar, Maharashtra, India beBeeFinancial Full time ₹ 1,20,000 - ₹ 1,80,000

    We are seeking a highly skilled Financial Controller to oversee financial planning and performance for wind energy and EPC projects.Key Responsibilities:Assist in the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts for wind energy and EPC projects, analyzing variances and preparing periodic reports for management review.Manage accounts payable and receivable,...

  • Lead Maintenance Professional

    5 days ago

    Ahmadnagar, Maharashtra, India beBeeMaintenanceExecutive Full time ₹ 15,00,000 - ₹ 20,00,000

    Senior Executive PositionIn this role, you will be responsible for collecting and analyzing data for construction features, planning maintenance, and coordinating with teams to execute work.Key Responsibilities:Verify and approve drawings, method statements, material approvals, and technical specifications required for the project and maintenance.Inspect RCC...

  • Senior Static Equipment Design Manager

    1 day ago

    Ahmadnagar, Maharashtra, India beBeeDesignEngineer Full time ₹ 15,00,000 - ₹ 25,00,000

    Key Responsibilities:Lead the design and detailed engineering of static equipment (pressure vessels, heat exchangers, reactors, columns, separators, storage tanks, etc.) in accordance with international codes and standards.Review client specifications, data sheets, and technical documents to ensure alignment with project requirements.Develop and validate...

  • Administrative Partner to Senior Leadership

    6 days ago

    Ahmadnagar, Maharashtra, India beBeeEXECUTIVE Full time ₹ 1,04,000 - ₹ 1,30,878

    Executive Assistant to the PromoterThe ideal candidate will have a strong ability to manage multiple priorities, work efficiently in a dynamic environment and maintain confidentiality.Key Responsibilities:Manage the Promoter's calendar, appointments, and delegate decisionsAct as a communication bridge between the Promoter, internal teams, and external...