Job Description

Data Analysis & Technical Research New Delhi, India Mumbai, India, India Bengaluru, India, India

Lead - Systems Change Strategies, Executive Office

Who we are and what we do?

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. WRI India\'s 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. 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.

Program Overview

At WRI India we focus on integrated solutions that can enable a low-carbon transition in India, while ensuring that the transition is equitable and just for its people and protects natural resources. Through applied research, the use of frameworks and tools, partnerships with key stakeholders and ground-level implementation, we seek to achieve impact at scale.

About your role:

We are looking for a Lead - Systems Change Strategies to facilitate the development and focus of program strategies, integrating systems thinking models with WRI\'s approach to enabling evidence-based policy shifts.

The position will work with program teams in WRI India, to initiate and drive these conversations, by facilitating systems mapping and refocusing theories of change and action.

The position will report to WRI India\'s Chief Executive Officer and will collaborate with all teams and verticals in India. The role will also have the support of a Community of Practice in the WRI network on Strategy.

How your day will unfold:

• Lead and facilitate the development and focus of strategy across programs in WRI India, integrating systems thinking, political economy analysis, and equity considerations.
• Contribute to the development and conceptualization of new strategic opportunities.
• Provide capacity building support to the team as needed to drive strategic thinking.
• Work closely with other functions in the team to ground the strategy, theories of change and link these processes with Monitoring Evaluation and Learning for the organization.
• Build and maintain a network to access the current and best practices on systems thinking and strategy development for future iterations. Represent WRI India as needed in these fora.

Qualifications and requirements we seek:

• 8-15 years of total work experience
• Minimum of 6-8 years working in strategy development, systems change, or organizational learning roles.
• Master\'s degree in public policy, economics, political science, business, environmental studies, or related field.
• Knowledge of relevant theoretical frameworks (i.e., mental models, logic models) that underpin policy change and social change efforts.
• Experience in working within/ designing complex systems.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills.
• Excellent PowerPoint skills
• Excellent communication skills - both written and oral.
• Demonstrated experience in working on multiple projects.
• Demonstrated experience in working with the team and independently.

Location: Delhi, Mumbai. Bengaluru, India

Salary and Benefits: 21,00,000 to 25,00,000 INR CTC Per Annum

Salary shall be commensurate with experience and skills. WRI offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package.

Duration: Term hire as 2 years extendable based on performance and project requirements.

To Apply:

Only Qualified applicants should apply online at . All applications must be submitted online through this career portal in order to be formally considered.

List of Documents to be attached:

• Cover Letter (outlining your interest and suitability for the position)
• Resume

Note: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. Applicants are encouraged to apply through the jobvite portal.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) @WRI India

WRI India values and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion across all areas of our work and workforce. Integrating these values into our actions fosters a progressive and collaborative culture and can also enhance our impact. It is our responsibility to create a welcoming working environment for people of diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experience to learn together. We are responsible for fostering a safe and inclusive workplace where questions, concerns and information about diversity, equity and inclusion are part of our ongoing dialogue and development.

Learn more about WRI India\'s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).

People-centric to the core:

We keep our people at the centre of everything we do - from a welcoming work environment to benefits and a culture that encourages staff to stay healthy, happy, engaged, and growing.

Some of the non-monetary benefits that our staff get:

Health benefits: We cover health insurance for you and your loved ones for up to Rs 8 lakhs

Term Insurance: Our term insurance policy covers life coverage of 50 lakhs per staff member

Employee Assistance program: Promoting mental well-being and supporting staff in achieving a satisfying work-life balance.

Health and Nutrition: Personalized diet recommendations from certified dietitians based on physical health condition and lifestyle.

Flexible work schedule: Alternative work arrangements for all who are eligible by nature of their job

Learning culture: Workshops and trainings to empower staff, encourage new learning opportunities

Rest and Recharge weeks: We encourage staff to take time off to rest, rejuvenate, upskill, and pursue their interests.

Our leave policy: Avail personal time off at 36 per year, along with public holidays, maternity, paternity, and adoption leaves.

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Equal employment @WRI India

We believe in equal employment, it is our policy to recruit, and provide opportunities for advancement in all job classifications without regard to caste, religion, sex, age, marital status, sexual preference, parental status, or disability.

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