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iFOREST

Senior Proposal Specialist

Join iFOREST in Noida as a Senior Proposal Specialist supporting project development, donor engagement, and fundraising in climate and sustainability. This role offers a collaborative environment and professional growth opportunities.
iFOREST
iFOREST Noida, India On-site Full time UTC+05:30

iFOREST

Company Overview

iFOREST (International Forum for Environment, Sustainability & Technology)

New Delhi, India

2019

Employee count specifics for 2023 or later remain unavailable, but the organization operates with a scale that supports various programs involving research teams, policy advisors, and partnerships (source: iforest.global). Revenue figures are not disclosed as it is a non-profit organization.

What They Do

iFOREST focuses on facilitating clean energy transitions rather than developing proprietary renewable energy technologies such as solar panels or wind turbines. Instead, it provides essential research, policy advisory, and capacity-building services aimed at supporting the shift from coal to renewable energy sources in India (source: iforest.global). The organization’s core offerings include regional just transition plans for coal-dependent areas, industrial decarbonization roadmaps, and renewable energy policy support, all grounded in data-driven analysis to ensure equitable economic viability (source: iforest.global). Target markets encompass Indian state governments, energy departments, and cities facing heat and pollution challenges, with customer segments including regulators, industries, local governments, and civil society (source: iforest.global). iFOREST stands out in the competitive landscape of environmental think tanks by emphasizing just transition financing, estimating over $1 trillion needed for India to phase out coal mines and power plants while supporting millions of workers (source: saurenergy.com).

Projects & Track Record

iFOREST has completed several notable projects, including India's first Regional Just Transition Investment Plan for the Chandrapur-Nagpur-Yavatmal energy cluster, which aims to catalyze green investments in one of the largest coal-dependent regions (source: iforest.global). Another significant project is the just transition assessment for Jharkhand, which covers coal, power, and fossil fuel industries, providing pathways for mine closures, workforce reskilling, and green growth (source: iforest.global). Additionally, iFOREST has evaluated State Action Plans on Climate Change (SAPCCs) across six states, identifying critical gaps in capacity, financing, and local implementation (source: iforest.global). Ongoing major projects include the India Just Transition Centre, which focuses on research and policy regarding green jobs, and the iFOREST Academy, which offers certified courses in various environmental fields (source: iforest.global). The organization is also developing the Integrated Heat and Cooling Action Plan (IHCAP) for Bhubaneswar, which outlines equity-focused urban greening initiatives (source: iforest.global).

Recent Developments

In the past two years, iFOREST has made significant strides, including the release of a report estimating over $1 trillion needed for India's coal phase-down by 2050, emphasizing the importance of green energy costs for repowering thermal capacity (source: saurenergy.com). The organization also published a study on Assam's renewable potential, which exceeded prior government estimates, advocating for policies to achieve 43% renewable energy sourcing by 2030 (source: economictimes.com). Furthermore, iFOREST convened a national conference focused on balanced renewable energy growth, engaging various state stakeholders (source: outlookbusiness.com). The organization has also launched new programs in Urban Transition and Industrial Decarbonization, alongside initial air pollution work highlighted in its latest annual report (source: iforest.global).

Working There

iFOREST offers a variety of roles in research, policy analysis, program management, and capacity building across several departments, including Just Transition, Clean Energy, Climate Resilience, and Air Pollution (source: iforest.global). The organization primarily hires from its New Delhi headquarters, supporting projects across India without specified remote or other office postings (source: linkedin.com). The company culture emphasizes collaborative innovation among scientists and environmentalists, citizen engagement, and equitable climate action, reflecting its commitment to long-term ecological progress (source: iforest.global). While specific employee benefits are not publicly documented, the organization promotes a vision of scientific solutions and inclusive models for environmental sustainability.

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Job Description

The Senior Proposal Specialist will play a critical role in advancing iFOREST's institutional growth by supporting programme development through a comprehensive set of activities including project conceptualisation, proposal writing, donor engagement, partnership coordination, fundraising, and reporting. The role requires strong coordination across programme teams, a sound understanding of the think tank and climate/sustainability ecosystem, and excellent communication, analytical, and project management skills. The position will also contribute to strategic planning and institutional development processes, ensuring alignment between programme priorities and funding opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting programme and proposal development

  • Coordinate with programme teams to conceptualise new projects and initiatives aligned with institutional priorities.
  • Support the development of concept notes, technical proposals, and pitch documents for a range of funders (bilateral, philanthropic, CSR, foundations etc.).
  • Support development of project frameworks including objectives, outcomes, indicators, budgets, and work plans.
  • Coordinate with team to maintain a pipeline of proposal opportunities and track progress across stages.

Anchoring funder and partnership coordination

  • Serve as a focal point for donor and partner communications, ensuring timely responses and relationship management.
  • Organise and coordinate meetings, presentations, and updates with funders and partners.
  • Maintain institutional records of communications, commitments, and partnership deliverables.
  • Support identification of funding opportunities, and outreach efforts.

Managing reporting and compliance

  • Coordinate development of donor reports (technical and financial), working with programme and finance teams.
  • Ensure adherence to donor formats, timelines, and compliance requirements.
  • Support documentation of programme outcomes, lessons learned, and impact narratives.

Cross-team coordination and internal processes

  • Facilitate regular engagement with programme teams for alignment on development priorities.
  • Contribute to internal knowledge sharing and capacity-building on fundraising and donor engagement.
  • Any other key task assigned

Qualifications and Experience

  • Postgraduate degree in environment, public policy, climate change or a related field from a reputed school.
  • 5-7 years of relevant experience in a think tank, research organisation, bilateral/multilateral organisations, philanthropies or donor agency.
  • Demonstrated experience in proposal writing, donor reporting, and programme coordination.
  • Good understanding of the climate change/sustainability or development sector in India.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proven ability to manage tight deadlines and coordinate across multiple teams.
  • Proactive, detail-oriented, and highly organised, with a problem-solving mindset

What We Offer

At iFOREST, we provide an inclusive and supportive work environment. We are committed to professional development through education, training, and capacity-building initiatives.

Remuneration

We offer Competitive salary based on experience and proficiency. The final designation will depend on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.

We prefer that candidates apply from LinkedIn or submit online applications at https://iforest.global/careers/. Please mention the reference code PD/NCR-06-11/25 in case you send your application via email.

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About the role

March 19, 2026

Full time

Non-profit

March 19, 2026

On-site

Smart Grid

iFOREST

iforest.global

  •  Noida, India

5-7 years

UTC+05:30

Tags

Advocacy & Policy · Energy Policy · Fundraising & Financing · Proposal Writing