Position Overview

This person should display the ability to think and conceptualise new ideas independently primarily in the areas of urban water and nature based solutions in Bengaluru and peri-urban areas. The person should be able to engage in guiding and conducting research, liaison with relevant stakeholders, and organise and conduct relevant workshops. This is an exciting opportunity for impact-oriented individuals to work in a dynamic work environment and contribute towards improving urban water and sanitation.

Job Location: Bengaluru

Responsibilities

Project and Programme Management

1. Conceiving, designing and managing implementing at least one significant project or program component independently of at least 40 L/Year from start to finish.
2. Drive efficient PMO practices and improvements and on-going retrospection to foster continuous improvement.
3. Review project progress, ensure quality implementation, coordinate tasks, and mitigate risks.
4. Anchor and support preparation of related project reports.
5. Communicate and plan change management activities involving cost, scope, schedule, etc.
6. Data assessment, new proposals and concept preparation, requirements gathering, systems design thinking.
7. Driving continuous improvement for efficiently delivering better, higher impact programs at greater scale, year over year.
8. Be able to hire, mentor and manage team members.

Stakeholder Engagement

1. Build and manage relationships with key stakeholders in the water and urban design/planning space, primarily in Bengaluru and Karnataka.
2. Liaise with various bodies and individuals, including local authorities, government agencies, clients, contractors, residents, suppliers, technical experts and other team members/consultants.
3. Constant communication and coordination with teams across multiple sites and areas.
4. Ensure compliance of specific grant programs to ensure that it meets the contract guidelines and requirements, and is well drafted, complete in all aspects.

Knowledge Management

1. Contribute towards converting research into reports, blogs, or any other knowledge output.
2. Design and curate workshops to align key stakeholders behind a shared vision.
3. Develop an understanding of the current literature and developments in the field of urban water and nature based design.
4. Attend workshops and conferences representing the team and organisation.

Organisational Contribution

1. Innovation, generating new ideas and opportunities in environment sustainability and nature-based solutions.
2. Support needs of the organisation in furthering its goals/objectives through business development and program functions.
3. Supporting internal capacity building and knowledge management programs.

Impact Delivery

At WELL Labs, we use the The Objectives and Key Results (OKR) framework as a goal-setting method that helps the organization, teams, and individuals achieve their objectives. We expect people joining our team to align with our impact oriented delivery mindset. You shall be expected to:

1. Execute program strategy to deliver OKRs for the organisation.
2. Set and manage your own monthly goals in line with individual OKRs and for team members as and when associated.

Qualifications, Experience and Eligibility

1. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Urban/ Environmental Planning, Architecture or a related stream.

2. 7-10 years of overall and relevant work experience with 3-5 years in leading projects or equivalent.

3. Knowledge of urban water and urban planning including recent developments especially in Bengaluru and metropolitan cities including peri-urban areas.

4. Prior experience in working with stakeholders in the urban design and planning space (government/private service providers/MEP consultants/architects etc.) will be an added advantage.

5. Work experience in Bengaluru will be an added advantage.

6. Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills.

7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

8. Communication skills in Kannada are preferable.

9. Willingness to travel for projects and various connects/conferences as and when required.

What We Offer

Join Us: Be part of a dynamic team dedicated to pioneering solutions for global water and wastewater challenges. At WELL Labs, your contributions can make a significant difference in shaping the future of water security.

Compensation: The salary will be commensurate with the qualifications and experience.

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