iFOREST

Associate Manager, Institutional Development

Join iFOREST in Noida as Associate Manager, Institutional Development. Support fundraising, donor coordination, and programme growth in climate and sustainability. Benefit from a collaborative culture and professional development 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 International Forum for Environment, Sustainability & Technology (iFOREST) is seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented, and motivated professional to support institutional development, fundraising, donor coordination, and programme growth initiatives across the organization.

The position will work closely with programme teams and institutional leadership to align programme priorities with funding opportunities and strengthen institutional systems for development and partnerships. The ideal candidate should demonstrate strong coordination, communication, analytical, and project management capabilities, along with a sound understanding of the climate, sustainability, and development ecosystem in India. The role requires the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams, manage multiple assignments simultaneously, and deliver high-quality outputs within tight timelines.

The position requires demonstrated experience in proposal writing, donor reporting, partnership coordination, and institutional engagement processes.

Required Experience

5+ years

Location

Noida, Uttar Pradesh

Reporting to

Director - Institutional Development

The Role

The Associate Manager - Institutional Development will support institutional growth and programme expansion by coordinating fundraising, donor engagement, proposal development, reporting, and partnership management processes across iFOREST programmes.

The role will be responsible for supporting the development of high-quality proposals and donor communications, coordinating with programme and finance teams, managing institutional development processes, and ensuring timely delivery of reporting and partnership commitments. The position will also contribute to strategic planning, institutional coordination, and strengthening iFOREST's engagement with donors, partners, and collaborators.

Specific tasks to be undertaken by the Associate Manager - Institutional Development are:

Support programme and proposal development

  • Coordinate with programme teams to conceptualize new projects and initiatives aligned with institutional priorities and emerging sectoral opportunities.
  • Support development of concept notes, technical proposals, pitch documents, budgets, and presentations for bilateral agencies, philanthropies, foundations, CSR partners, and other funding institutions.
  • Support preparation of project frameworks, including objectives, outcomes, indicators, budgets, timelines, and workplans.
  • Coordinate internal proposal development processes across programme, finance, and leadership teams to ensure timely and high-quality submissions.
  • Maintain and track proposal pipelines, funding opportunities, and institutional engagement processes across different stages.
  • Undertake background research and donor mapping to identify strategic opportunities aligned with programme priorities.

Support donor and partnership coordination

  • Serve as a focal point for donor and partner communications, ensuring timely responses, follow-ups, and coordination.
  • Organize and coordinate meetings, presentations, discussions, and engagement processes with funders, partners, and collaborators.
  • Maintain institutional records of donor communications, partnership commitments, reporting timelines, and key deliverables.
  • Support relationship management with existing and prospective donors, partners, and institutional collaborators.
  • Support outreach efforts and partnership development initiatives to strengthen institutional growth and visibility.

Manage reporting, documentation, and compliance processes

  • Coordinate preparation of technical and financial donor reports in collaboration with programme and finance teams.
  • Ensure adherence to donor formats, timelines, contractual requirements, and compliance processes.
  • Support development of impact narratives, programme summaries, lessons learned, and institutional communication materials.
  • Maintain organized documentation and records related to proposals, reports, agreements, and donor communications.
  • Support tracking of institutional commitments, reporting schedules, and programme deliverables across projects.

Contribute to institutional growth and outreach

  • Support institutional outreach, communications, and engagement efforts with donors, partners, and external stakeholders.
  • Contribute to strengthening iFOREST's institutional profile through coordination of communication materials, presentations, and external engagement support.
  • Adopt a proactive, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused approach to support institutional growth and operational effectiveness.

Additional responsibilities

  • Undertake any additional responsibilities and assignments related to institutional development and organizational priorities.

Qualifications & Work Experience

Master's degree (minimum) from a recognized institution in public policy, climate change, economics, development studies, management, sustainability, or a related field.

Around 5 years of relevant experience in a think tank, research organization, bilateral or multilateral institution, philanthropy, donor agency, consulting organization, or development sector institution.

Demonstrated experience in proposal writing, donor reporting, programme coordination, and stakeholder engagement.

Experience in coordinating across multidisciplinary teams and managing multiple assignments simultaneously.

Required Competencies

  • Good understanding of the climate change, sustainability, and development sector in India.
  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to support proposal development, donor coordination, reporting, and partnership management processes.
  • Strong organizational, coordination, and project management capabilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality outputs within tight timelines.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
  • Proactive, detail-oriented, collaborative, and highly organized approach to work.
  • Ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and institutional processes.
  • Familiarity with fundraising, donor engagement, and institutional development processes is desirable.
  • Proficiency in MS Office tools, especially PowerPoint and Excel.

What We Offer

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

  • Opportunity to contribute to high-impact work on climate, sustainability, clean energy, just transition, and development policy.
  • Exposure to institutional strategy, donor engagement, programme development, and policy processes.
  • A dynamic and collaborative work culture that values professionalism, innovation, and impact.
  • Competitive compensation in line with experience and organizational norms.

Remuneration

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

Application Instructions

We prefer that candidates apply from LinkedIn or submit online applications at https://iforest.global/careers/

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About the role

May 12, 2026

June 27, 2026

Full time

On-site

Non-profit

Solar Energy, Wind Energy, Hydropower, Bioenergy, Energy Storage, Geothermal Energy, Hydrogen

iFOREST

iforest.global

  •  Noida, India

5+ years

UTC+05:30

Tags

Climate Adaptation · Energy Governance · Energy Policy · Environmental Management · Fundraising & Financing · Partnership Management · Proposal Writing · Sustainability