Project Associate,Energy & Climate - ICLEI-Local Governments for Sustainability

About the Organization:

ICLEI-Local Governments for Sustainability is a leading global network of 2500+ cities, towns and regions committed to building a sustainable future. ICLEI works with local governments through international performance-based, results-oriented campaigns and programs. In its result-based approach, ICLEI brings cities around the world together to build partnerships and share techniques to promote participation and the effectiveness of environmental protection through local-level initiatives.

Job Description:

The Project Associate, based in Ahmedabad, will provide technical support to the Finance Department of the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC), with a specific focus on integrating climate considerations into municipal finance systems and facilitating inter-departmental coordination. The position will focus on tracking the implementation of the Urban Development Year 2025-26 initiatives, enhancing budget processes with a sustainability lens, and supporting AMC’s efforts to mobilize and manage CSR and climate finance.

Job Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Finance Department and Municipal Commissioner’s office for various climate and sustainability related projects.

• Support in coordination and monitoring of Ahmedabad’s Urban Development Year 2025–26 initiatives in collaboration with various departments of Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC).

• Contribute to the preparation of AMC’s municipal budget by integrating climate resilience and sustainability considerations.

• Assist in the conceptualization and development of AMC’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) portal in coordination with the E-Governance Department.

• Support the identification, structuring, and listing of climate-resilient projects suitable for CSR funding.

• Engage with stakeholders and donors to mobilize CSR funds for implementing identified climate projects.

• Provide technical assistance in exploring and accessing national and international climate finance instruments.

• Independently collect, compile, and analyze data with inter-departmental communication to support the development of comprehensive reports, assessments, and strategic recommendations.

• Track project progress, assess outcomes, and provide periodic reports on implementation status.

• Prepare and compile policy briefs, technical documents, periodic reports, and presentations as per requirements of AMC

• Organize and execute stakeholder consultations, capacity-building workshops, and knowledge exchange programs

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with city governments and other key stakeholders

• Assist in maintaining and updating content on the project website and ICLEI South Asia’s communication platforms

• Represent ICLEI South Asia in meetings, conferences, and stakeholder forums to advocate for climateresilient urban policies and initiatives as needed.

Education Qualification/Required Skills & Experience:

Experience:

• Up to 3 years of relevant experience in Urban Planning, Urban Governance, Municipal Finance, Climate Finance, Climate Resilient Development, CSR-related projects.

• Experience working with municipal corporations, government agencies, or international organizations will be an advantage.

 Education:

• Master’s degree or equivalent post-graduate education in Planning/Engineering/Science (environmental/ energy/ climate change) or allied fields.

Language:

• Fluency in English, Hindi and Gujarati (Read/Write/Speak) is mandatory.

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