Regionaler Koordinator - Klimawandel & gerechter Übergang (m/w/d)

Job Description

The International Forum for Environment, Sustainability & Technology (iFOREST) is seeking a dynamic and technically grounded professional for the position of Regional Coordinator - Climate Change & Just Transition, based in Nagpur, Maharashtra.

This is a mid-level position suited for professionals with approximately 7-8 years of experience. The position requires a professional who can effectively coordinate among government departments, PSUs, district administrations, industry stakeholders, and local institutions, while also supporting technical assessments, project implementation, field engagement, and policy-oriented research.

Proficiency in Marathi is highly desirable.

Location: Nagpur, Maharashtra (with required field engagement)

Commitment: Full-time, long-term

Role Overview

The successful candidate will serve as a key regional focal point for iFOREST's work related to climate change, just transition, and green growth in Maharashtra. A specific focus will be on the Nagpur-Chandrapur region.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

Qualification: The candidate must have:

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Planning, Geography, Economics, Energy Studies, Natural Resource Management, or other relevant technical or analytical disciplines.
• A Master's degree in a relevant discipline as per above.

Experience: The candidate is required to have:

• 7-8 years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience of engagement with government departments, especially at state, district and city levels, PSUs, industry, and other relevant partners.
• Experience in stakeholder coordination, field engagement, and implementation support.
• Proven ability to undertake short research assignments and ability to deliver outputs.

Key Responsibilities

1. Regional Coordination & Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as the regional coordination lead for iFOREST's programmes in Maharashtra, especially on the domains of climate change and just transition.
• Maintain structured engagement with:
  • State government departments
  • District administration and City officials/ municipal authorities
  • Mining PSUs
  • Industry stakeholders
  • Civil society organisations
• Facilitate meetings, consultations, workshops, and stakeholder discussions
• Support senior leadership engagement with key government and industry stakeholders
• Support development of institutional partnerships and collaborative initiatives

2. Programme Implementation Support

• Coordinate implementation of projects and field activities
• Support planning and execution of field visits, stakeholder consultations, and surveys
• Support data collection, field coordination, validation exercises, and support in producing research outputs.
• Contribute to the preparation of reports, and technical papers.
• Assist in preparation of programme updates, presentations, meeting briefs, and implementation notes.

3. Institutional Development & Regional Presence

• Strengthen iFOREST's institutional presence and network in Maharashtra
• Identify opportunities for strategic engagement and programme expansion
• Support development of partnerships, and implementation opportunities in the region

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to engage confidently with senior government and industry stakeholders
• Ability to work independently and undertake field-based responsibilities
• Strong writing, documentation, and presentation skills
• Proficiency in Marathi is highly desirable.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to lead high-impact, technically rigorous work on mine closure and land repurposing in India.
• A collaborative, research-driven environment with strong policy and implementation relevance.
• Competitive remuneration commensurate with senior technical expertise.

Application Process

Interested candidates may apply through https://iforest.global/careers/ or email their application to [email protected], Please mention the reference code in the subject line:JT/MH-11-05/26.