Associate – Urban Transport (Bangalore)

EMBARQ, the World Resources Institute’s Centre for Sustainable Transport, is seeking an Associate for its India Program. The successful candidate will be based in Bangalore.

Major Responsibilities:
• Under supervision of the senior staff, undertake tasks in multiple Integrated Urban Transport projects
• Participate actively in EMBARQ India’s ambitious and innovative growth strategy.
• Build and maintain strong network and relationships with key partners, institutions, stakeholders and colleagues throughout India
• Organize, facilitate and/or attend events that are relevant to the EMBARQ India program and the EMBARQ network on an as needed basis.

Qualifications:
• 2+ years of work experience
• Work experience in public transport planning, a strong plus
• Post-Graduate degree in Transport Planning, Urban Planning, Urban Studies, Economics, Development Studies or related subject
• Knowledge of or strong interest in understanding the role or sustainable urban transport in improving the quality of life for urban residents, particularly in the Indian context
• Ability to work independently on multiple projects (often with varying timelines and priorities) at the same time and manage time accordingly
• Strong writing and report preparation skills
• Strong quantitative analysis skills
• Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills
• Excellent computer skills particularly with MS Excel, Word and Powerpoint
• Proficiency in ArcGIS, AutoCAD and Adobe suite a strong plus
• Proficiency in transport modelling software a strong plus
• Passion for sustainable urban transport and development
• Commitment to EMBARQ and WRI’s mission and values

Salary and Benefits:
Competitive, depending on qualifications and experience

To Apply:
Please CV, cover letter, and 2-3 writing samples to:
careers@embarqindia.org

Please put “[Name] - Application for Associate – Urban Transport (Bangalore)” in the subject line

Applicants must be eligible to work in India.

MORE ABOUT EMBARQ? ?

EMBARQ is a program of the World Resources Institute. EMBARQ's mission is to catalyze and help implement sustainable transport solutions to improve quality of life in cities. Since 2002, the EMBARQ network has expanded to Mexico, Brazil, China, India, Turkey and the Andean Region. EMBARQ has global practice areas which provide thought leadership and strategies around integrated transport, urban development, health and road safety, and research. The centers in each country collaborate with local authorities to reduce pollution, improve public health, and create safe, accessible and attractive urban public spaces. The network employs more than 120 experts in fields ranging from architecture to air quality management; geography to journalism; and sociology to civil and transport engineering.??

ABOUT THE WORLD RESOURCES INSTITUTE (WRI)

??WRI'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. Established in 1982, WRI has grown to be respected globally by policymakers, NGOs, and corporate leaders alike because of the rigorous quality, balance, and independence of its work as a global environmental think tank that goes beyond research to put ideas into action. We operate globally because today's problems have no boundaries. We are avid communicators because people everywhere are inspired by ideas, empowered by knowledge, and moved to change by greater understanding.??The entire WRI team, including employees, interns and fellows, see the results of their hard work and have the satisfaction of making a significant difference in the world.??