Lead - PMEL and Strategy

Lead - PMEL and StartegySustainable Cities & Transport Program 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 150 researchers are working with WRI India in our offices in Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru. Program Overview for the Sustainable Cities & Transport Program At the WRI India Ross Center (the Sustainable Cities & Transport Program) 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 India’s 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 citizens’ everyday lives. About your role: The Transport Program at the WRI India Ross Center seeks an expert on PMEL (Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning) to work with and support research focused on mobility solutions to add India’s low-carbon transition, that are equitable and just. The selected candidate will work with the senior leadership of the Transport Program to strengthen its PMEL efforts. This would include learnings from the peer organizations, assisting in training and disseminating knowledge, to build a broad cohort of expertise across the Program. One of the pre-requisite for this position would be to understand the Theory of Change (ToC) and Results Framework (RF) for the key verticals of work that includes designing safer streets in Indian cities, equitable electric mobility solutions and supporting the electric vehicle transition in India. A key part of the role is to support the institutional understanding and integration of PMEL principles and approaches to our work, and to establish best practices in monitoring and evaluation. The selected candidate will help with the planning and reporting process that is used to set strategy and recommend actions to better measure and capture impact. The selected candidate will ensure effective monitoring and evaluation frameworks are adopted to understand the outcomes and impacts of our work, and that there are iterative feedback loops to incorporate learning into the strategic planning process. Apart from developing the MEL framework for the program, the role entails collaboration with the selected project teams to integrate the PMEL into ongoing and upcoming projects. The aim is to improve the robustness of our research and assess how our efforts are achieving the desired impact. In this role, the selected candidate will also contribute to topical workshops, team retreats, and learning events. How your day will unfold:
The job responsibilities are divided into three broad areas: PMEL Technical Support:

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 INR 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 & Nutrition: Personalized diet recommendation from a certified dietitian based on the 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. Click here to know more about our benefits Careers | WRI INDIA (wri-india.org) 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.