Environment Lead

The position is to Lead the Environment vertical, of a leading Corporate Foundation. The position involves responsibility for the development and strategic expansion of the new Environment portfolio at the Foundation. We are looking for a candidate who is passionate about this sector and brings up to date knowledge on policies and sector knowledge, enabling investment in high quality & impactful projects and programmes.

Key Responsibilities:-

• Building and developing a coherent strategy for Environment sector investments of the Corporate Foundation
• Identifying high quality initiatives / projects for partnerships
• Regular engagement and relationship building with senior management in our grantee organisations
• Experience of working with the Government and related departments to be considered favourably
• Undertaking project visits for assessment and monitoring
• Ability to develop knowledge products and think through new ideas for the Foundation’s investments in this sector
• Assist in the effective reporting of Environment grants in the Foundation’s portfolio
• Candidate must represent the Foundation at various forums (including at other Foundation events) and proactively participate in conferences and training programs for knowledge building

Qualifications And Experience:-

• 8-10 years’ work experience in the Environment sector, either on project implementation or in grant management, with a focus on Solar Energy, Waste management & Urban Ecology sub-the matics
• Demonstrated ability to create and effectively evaluate programme design, budgets and performance metrics
• Brings well established contacts and networks in this sector
• Ability to train & manage people, problem solve and resolve projects issues in a mature and effective manner
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Location:-

• Mumbai, Maharashtra.

Company Overview:-

Arthan (www.arthancareers.com) is a social enterprise committed to strengthening the impact sector ecosystem. Arthan works with social organisations to build their capability and excellence in the areas of human capital, strategy, organisational development and thought leadership.

Arthan’s thought leadership work encompasses knowledge creation and dissemination through workshops, conferences and research pieces to strengthen the social impact ecosystem (www.arthansocialforum.org).

Arthan’s non-profit arm (www.arthan.in) equips students from underprivileged communities with information, skills, and knowledge that prepares them for the future of work.