Program Lead

3 days ago

Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India Arthan Full time ₹ 12,00,000 - ₹ 36,00,000 per year


About the Role:

This is a leadership position, requiring expertise in developing programs, managing teams, and executing projects. Furthermore, experience in engaging with government departments on policy and project implementation is a key requirement.
Candidates must also clearly understand and appreciate the critical role think tanks play in shaping public policy and supporting its implementation.

Key Responsibilities:

Research and Writing

  • Lead the research initiatives of the program.
  • Develop new methods/framework/planning tools, etc.
  • Assign research tasks and monitor their execution, providing guidance and timely interventions.
  • Support the preparation of research/policy/project reports.

Engagement and Outreach

  • Lead the engagement part of the program including organising roundtables/workshops/conferences, one-to-one meetings with government and industry leaders, media engagement, etc.
  • Develop strong relationships with stakeholders and lead program outreach.
  • Build and maintain networks with stakeholders across sectors, including government, industry, civil society organizations (CSOs), and media.
  • Represent the organization as a senior leader in high-level meetings and events, presenting institutional perspectives and insights.
  • Strengthen the organizations profile as a thought leader.
  • Design and manage a comprehensive outreach strategy to effectively communicate research findings.
  • Foster constructive policy-research partnerships with government, industry, and other stakeholders.

Leadership and Management

  • Ensure that all projects meet their objectives, timelines, and budgets while aligning with the organizations mission.
  • Monitor project performance and proactively address challenges.
  • Support in recruitment, mentoring, and managing a high-performing team.
  • Promote a collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages innovation and sustainability.

Institutional Development

  • Work with the program director to shape program strategies aligned with institutional priorities and sectoral needs.
  • Develop concept notes, proposals, and budgets for new projects.
  • Identify new initiatives and partnerships that advance programmatic goals in the region.

Additional Duties

  • Execute related assignments to enhance the Urban program.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Master's degree in Technology, Urban Planning, Urban Design or equivalent disciplines, with a B.Tech. or B.Arch.
  • Minimum 10 years of full-time experience in research, strategy consulting, or advisory roles focused on Green Cooling, Heat and Cooling Action Plans, Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Sustainable Urban Design, etc.
  • Experience of working in a think-tank space would be an added advantage.

Required Competencies

The candidate must possess the following attributes:

  • Passion for working in civil society and driving positive societal change.
  • Excellent communication skills, including proficiency in writing, research, and presentations.
  • Excellent engagement skills including organising meetings/workshops, engaging with media, use of social media to disseminate information, etc.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and information dissemination capabilities.
  • Proven ability to build relationships and engage with diverse groups on research and policy issues.
  • Experience of leading a high-performing team.
  • Demonstrated leadership and team-building capabilities.
  • Strategic thinking, intellectual curiosity, and critical analysis skills.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and meet tight deadlines in policy-driven environments.
  • Organizational skills to manage multiple assignments effectively.

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