Wetlands International South Asia seeks applications for the position of Programme Associate
Wetlands International South Asia is a leading non-profit organisation dedicated to conservation and the wise use of wetlands in the South Asia region. For more information, please visit: https://south-asia.wetlands.org/
Wetlands International South Asia office seeks applications for the position of Programme Associate.This is a full-time position for a duration of one year based in New Delhi at the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC).
Job Purpose
The incumbent for this full-time position for a duration of one year based in New Delhi shall assist in the implementation of the Integrated Management of Wetland Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IMWBES) Project. The IMWBES Project is a Full-Scale, Global Environment Facility-funded project of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) and the United Nations Environment Programme as the GEF Agency. Wetlands International South Asia is the Lead Technical Support Agency (LTSA) of the project, providing technical backstopping to project implementation.
Roles and responsibilities
- Compile, collate, and review relevant literature to support project implementation under the guidance of the Project Director
- Contribute to the drafting of technical reports, papers, and policy briefs
- Support the planning and delivery of capacity-building and outreach programmes.
- Support the MoEFCC in coordinating and implementing the National Wetlands Programme
Essential Qualifications
- Masters degree in ecology, natural resources management, hydrology, water management, environmental sciences, environmental planning and related disciplines.
- At least two years’ experience in handling similar assignments.
- Ability to communicate clearly via written, spoken, and graphical means in English and other relevant languages.
- Proficiency in MS Office Proven technical writing skills in English, Hindi or other Vernacular languages
Desirable qualifications
- Experience of survey and assessment of wetlands.
- Understanding of GIS and mapping tools.
- Understanding of existing policy environment and regulations on wetlands.
Remuneration
The incumbent will be placed in Grade 3 of salary scale, with an annual gross remuneration of Rs. 7.0 lakhs with all perks.
Application process
Interested candidates may send their detailed resume at recruitment@wi-sa.org by July 10th, 2026 with ‘Application: Programme Associate’ in subject line. The resume should provide information on candidate’s ability to meet the mentioned qualifications and experience and perform the tasks described above.
