Consultant โ MobiliseHER About us WRI India, an independent charity legally registered as the India Resources Trust, provides objective information and practical proposals to foster environmentally sound and socially equitable development. Through research, analysis, and recommendations, WRI India puts ideas into action to build transformative solutions to protect the earth, promote livelihoods, and enhance human well-being. We are inspired by and associated with World Resources Institute (WRI), a global research organization. Currently over 250 researchers are working with WRI India in our offices at Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru.
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Our mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earthโs environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations.
Our values are shared ideals that bind us together: Integrity, Innovation, Urgency, Independence and Respect. Our culture:
We are committed to advancing gender and social equity for human well-being in our mission including equal opportunities in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, caste, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or protected Veteran status Program Overview for Sustainable Cities and Transport At WRI India Ross Center we focus on 10 integrated solutions to urban challenges. Through applied research, tools, hands-on advice, and by tapping our network of global experts, we accelerate transformative urban initiatives that have the power to change Indian cities into thriving, equitable and low-carbon places that are good for people and the planet. Working at WRI India Ross Center offers you the unique opportunity to learn and grow as you collaborate with a diverse set of change agents across Delhi, Bangalore, and Mumbai. As Indiaโs biggest urban focused think and do tank, we seek thoughtful, enterprise-minded, and sensitive individuals who can help us support this transformation and make a positive difference to citizensโ everyday lives.
Job Highlight: WRI India is seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional to join the MobiliseHER project, which aims to foster equitable and gender-responsive mobility systems in Indian cities. Through participatory planning approaches, the project aims to strengthen the role of civil society organizations (CSOs) and work closely with government authorities to integrate gender lens into urban transport planning and governance. As part of this effort, WRI India is looking for a consultant with strong expertise in gender-responsive mobility planning, capacity building, and multi-stakeholder engagement. Responsibilities of the position are provided below.
What you will do:
Learning Content development (30%):
What you will need:
Masterโs degree in gender studies, urban development, management studies, social work, public policy with excellent academic track record. Minimum 8 years of work experience in stakeholder engagement, capacity building, and evidence-based advocacy. In-depth knowledge of gender-responsive mobility planning is desirable. Familiarity with urban governance and municipal budgeting is desirable. Experience in designing and delivering learning modules or training programs for professionals is a pre-requisite. Exceptional writing and verbal communication skills, with the ability to coherently convey complex information to a diverse audience. Fluency in English and Hindi is required; proficiency in other regional languages will be considered as an asset. Strong networking and people management skills, with the ability to work effectively across multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams. Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of leading initiatives with minimal supervision. Demonstrate entrepreneurial mindset and accountability in handling challenging tasks. Ability to receive and incorporate constructive feedback effectively. Salary and Benefits: Salary shall be commensurate with experience and skills. WRI India offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package. Duration: 12 monthsโ consultancy contract