Program Lead - Geo Analytics, Food Land and Water

Job Posting Organization:
WRI India, an independent charity legally registered as the India Resources Trust, is dedicated to providing objective information and practical proposals to foster environmentally sound and socially equitable development. Established with a mission to ensure that human society lives in ways that protect the environment and its capacity to meet the needs of current and future generations, WRI India is inspired by the World Resources Institute (WRI), a global research organization. Currently, WRI India employs over 250 researchers across its offices in Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru, working collaboratively to address pressing environmental challenges.

Job Overview:
The Program Lead for Geoanalytics will play a pivotal role within WRI India’s Food, Land and Water program, which focuses on transitioning India towards sustainable and resilient food and land use systems. This position involves leading and managing data-driven analyses across core areas such as sustainable agriculture, landscape restoration, and food loss and waste. The Program Lead will leverage data and technical expertise to inform decision-making and design solutions that promote sustainable practices. A significant aspect of the role includes developing an online digital infrastructure for decision support related to nature-based solutions and food systems. The Program Lead will work closely with interdisciplinary teams and external stakeholders to provide analytical expertise and customized visualization insights, utilizing spatial modeling tools and methods to transform data into actionable insights that support sustainable food and land use systems.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Program Lead include leading technology and product development for online platforms and tools that inform decision-making for nature-based solutions. This involves enhancing analytical offerings by conducting innovative analyses using remote sensing and multi-sectoral datasets, collaborating with internal teams and stakeholders to develop product vision and strategy, and contributing to written outputs such as working papers and technical notes. Additionally, the Program Lead will manage projects by providing subject matter expertise, coordinating with teams to assess project needs, and ensuring timely delivery of analytics deliverables. The role also includes outreach and knowledge curation, coordinating with communications teams to showcase data-driven insights, establishing best practices for analytical techniques, and building external data-sharing partnerships.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a post-graduation degree in Geography, Earth Sciences, Geomatics, Geoinformatics, Remote Sensing, or related fields. Preferred qualifications include experience in designing data-led solutions for the land sector and natural resource management planning. Strong communication skills, both written and interpersonal, are essential, along with program management experience. Candidates should have 10 to 12+ years of relevant work experience in the Geospatial industry, with expertise in leading teams to deliver analytical solutions. Proficiency in GIS software such as ESRI ArcGIS and experience with coding languages like Python, R, and Javascript are required. Familiarity with Google Earth Engine, spatial analysis and modeling, and business modeling tools like Tableau and PowerBI is also important.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a post-graduation degree in relevant fields such as Geography, Earth Sciences, Geomatics, Geoinformatics, or Remote Sensing. This advanced education is crucial for understanding the complexities of geospatial analysis and its application in sustainable land and resource management.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have 10 to 12+ years of relevant work experience in the Geospatial industry. This experience should include leading teams and delivering analytical solutions, demonstrating a strong understanding of geospatial technologies and methodologies. Candidates should have a proven track record of managing projects and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to achieve project goals.

Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is likely essential for communication within the organization and with external stakeholders. Additional language skills may be beneficial but are not explicitly required.

Additional Notes:
The position is based in New Delhi, India, with a contract duration of 2 years, extendable based on performance and project requirements. The salary range for this position is between 25,00,000 to 34,00,000 CTC per annum, commensurate with experience and skills. WRI India offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, term insurance, employee assistance programs, personalized health and nutrition recommendations, flexible work schedules, and generous leave policies. The organization is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a welcoming environment for individuals from diverse backgrounds.