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About the School of Systems & Infrastructure (SSI)

The School of Systems & Infrastructure (SSI) at the IIHS (Institution Deemed to be) University focuses on transforming key urban and infrastructure systems to improve equity, well-being and environmental outcomes for citizens and cities in India and the Global South. Its core themes are achieving sustained and equitable economic, social and environmental outcomes via better governance, finance, technology, and infrastructure service delivery. The SSI’s work is firmly rooted in the Indian context, drawing knowledge and experience from other global contexts, and has implications across cities in the Global South. The SSI’s focus spans various interdisciplinary areas of inquiry and avenues of engagement, including water and sanitation, solid waste management, energy, transport and mobility, land and planning, built environment, and information technology-enabled services (IT/ ITES).

Job Description

The SSI at IIHS is looking for motivated teaching/ research associates to support its interdisciplinary teaching, research and practice programmes. This role offers an opportunity to work at the intersection of academic inquiry and real-world practice, engaging with some of India’s most pressing urban challenges — from infrastructure and service delivery to governance, inclusion, and systemic change. The position is ideal for early-career professionals or scholars who are curious, grounded, and eager to contribute to a cutting-edge, practice-oriented learning environment.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Teaching Support:
  • Assisting in the preparation and delivery of lectures, tutorials, and lab/practica sessions, including organising materials and classroom activities;
  • Grading assignments, quizzes, and exams; proctoring exams and upholding academic integrity;
  • Supporting students in the learning process through office hours and tutoring;
  • Assisting faculty in updating course materials, syllabi, and assignments on Learning Management Systems (e.g., Moodle), including attendance tracking, grading, and reporting;
  • Supporting faculty members in curriculum design, bibliographic research, course updates, and documentation;
  • Coordinating field visits, industry interactions, and enrichment initiatives (guest lectures, skill programs);

• Research/ Practice:
  • Assisting in the preparation of research/ practice proposals, grant applications, and ethics approvals;
  • Conducting literature reviews and data collection for the School’s research projects;
  • Supporting fieldwork, surveys, and qualitative/ quantitative data analysis;
  • Helping draft research papers, reports, and policy briefs for publication;
  • Coordinating research seminars, workshops, and dissemination activities;

• Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;
• Participating in all activities of Institution-building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and travelling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The teaching/ research associate will report to the Associate Dean – SSI at IIHS and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/ organisations, and students.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• A Master’s degree in Urban Studies/ Planning/ Architecture/ Development Studies, Public Policy, Infrastructure or related fields, along with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; candidates with a Bachelor’s degree and significant relevant experience (4 to 6 years) may also be considered;
• TA, tutoring, or teaching experience in relevant fields;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for faculty, student, and stakeholder coordination, and the ability to work in a collaborative manner;
• Worked in an interdisciplinary teaching/ research/ practice environment;
• The ability to handle data collection, management, and analysis (both qualitative & quantitative);
• Experience in preparing research/practice outputs (reports, policy briefs, academic papers);
• Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (e.g., Moodle) is desirable, but not essential;
• The willingness to travel for academic/research project-related needs.

This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

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Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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Job Description

IIHS seeks a qualified and committed Research Analyst to help with research and practice projects around the digitisation of the economy (including livelihoods, social protection, occupational shifts, job loss) in India and the Global South. The role involves public policy analysis, economics and economic sociology to track changes in the economy caused by technological changes including artificial intelligence. Applicants must be interested in, and familiar with, the literature around AI, digital labour platforms and questions around the future economy in India.

This could be either a regular position or a 11- month contractual engagement, renewable on mutual consent, with the potential to turn into a regular position over time.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Desk based research using secondary literature and data sources on new-age technology, and economic and livelihood shifts in the Global South;
• Assisting with the overview of methodologies to measure job-loss and occupational change in the Indian and Global South labour market;
• Providing assistance with framing research proposals, operations and methodology on key public issues relating to jobs and technology;
• Conducting data analysis from qualitative interviews using STATA;
• Conducting data analysis from surveys with women workers, using Excel, SPSS;
• Translating insights from quantitative analysis for academic writing, practice reports and popular media, including thinking through data design and communication:
  • Assisting with writing reports, academic papers and other outputs;
  • Providing assistance on teaching particular aspects of quantitative research methods or data visualisation for IIHS’ teaching and training programmes;
• Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;
• Participating in all activities of Institution-building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and traveling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The research analyst will be an External Consultant coordinating with the Lead – Research at IIHS and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/ organisations, and students.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• A Master’s degree in Economics, Public Policy, or the Social Sciences, with 1- 3 years of relevant experience;
• Knowledge of key debates in technology and society interface: relationship between digital platforms, AI, livelihoods, occupations, jobs and employment;
• Knowledge of key debates in the field of data governance, responsible AI;
• Basic knowledge of the key concepts of artificial intelligence;
• Basic experience in qualitative and quantitative research methods and research ethics;
• Proficiency in the use of MS Office Suite, especially MS Excel;
• Ability to use SPSS, STATA and digital tools like Kobobox;
• Strong team working skills with the ability to work with interdisciplinary teams; good communications skills;
• The ability to read fast and widely, and to understand academic and grey literature within the humanities and market research.

This could be either a regular position or a 11- month contractual engagement, renewable on mutual consent, with the potential to turn into a regular position over time. This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

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Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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About the School of Economic Development

The School of Economic Development (SED) at IIHS takes a heterodox approach towards fostering sustainable and equitable economic transitions across different scales of human settlements, and prioritises enquiries from the Indian and the Global South perspectives. The research, applied research, teaching and training undertaken by the School is interdisciplinary in approach and based on the ethos that economic transitions need to be understood alongside social, political and ecological relationships. The School encourages economic enquiries that, both methodologically and conceptually, engage with space/ place, people, institutions, infrastructure, and scale.

The School’s core focus areas are:

1. Urban and regional economic development;
2. Urban employment, including employment geography, decent work and social protection;
3. Land- based economies and urban finance;
4. Enterprises and Economic Systems; and
5. Knowledge systems.

Job Description

The School of Economic Development (SED) at IIHS is seeking applications from candidates for senior research associate/ consultant/ senior consultant positions to build a portfolio of research and practice projects on the following themes:

1. Urban and Regional Economic Development
2. Land, Real Estate and Finance
3. Urban Employment and Livelihoods.

The SED’s work across these themes takes an interdisciplinary and heterodox approach, and is focused on the social, institutional and spatial aspects of economic and urban change. It also spans different methodological traditions, ranging from qualitative and ethnographic, to quantitative and geo-spatial.

The School is looking for candidates with relevant professional experience in any of these or closely related themes, ideally in either research organisations, think tanks, university departments, policy research institutions, consulting firms, the private sector, NGOs, worker organisations, or any other relevant institutions. These positions will work closely with the Associate Deans and other members of the SED as well as collaborate with members from other Schools and Labs on specific projects.

These could be either regular positions or 11- month contractual engagements, renewable on mutual consent, with the potential to turn into regular positions over time.

Activities and Tasks

Depending on their prior number of years of work experience, the incumbent will get involved with building out the research and practice projects within SED across the following set of tasks.

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Project delivery and project management:
  • Working with SED members to deliver ongoing research and practice projects of the School on the relevant themes (Urban and Regional Economic Development; Land, Real Estate and Finance; and Urban Employment and Livelihoods);
  • Undertaking primary and secondary research using a variety of methods (key informant interviews, field observation, focus group discussions, primary surveys, secondary data analysis, etc.); we place particular emphasis on candidates with prior rigorous and ethically conducted fieldwork;
  • Carrying out analysis of field and secondary data as required for the project, synthesising and presenting findings and analysis;
  • Undertaking policy and plan review and analysis, literature review, and other relevant analysis as required;
  • Preparing presentations, writing briefs, papers and reports;
  • Managing external stakeholders and partnerships with a diverse range of stakeholders: academic partners, NGOs and community-based organisations, survey agencies, government clients, donors, private sector actors etc.;
  • Participating in and contributing to meetings with research partners or practice clients and partners, as required.

• Grant writing and project development:
  • At the senior associate level, the candidate will be involved in identifying appropriate opportunities for grant and project development aligned with themes and priorities of the School; at the senior consultant level, the candidate will be writing proposals and building out a set of project opportunities aligned with the objectives of the School;
  • Preparing grants and assisting with the analysis and preparation for grant applications; liaising with the internal teams, the SED School Manager, Finance and Legal teams as needed for grant application.

• Research and teaching:
  • Contributing to the teaching of the SED across Master’s and PhD levels (based on the qualifications of the applicant) on relevant themes; this could include Core courses, Elective courses, Methods courses, Practica or field-based immersions, based on the applicant’s prior experience and training;
  • Publishing in both research journals and public-facing writing such as op-eds, policy briefs and reports;
  • Undertaking outreach activities as needed for the School.

Structure and Reporting

The senior research associate/ consultant/ senior consultant will report to the Associate Dean – School of Economic Development (SED) at IIHS and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/ organisations, and students.

Person Specification

The applicant should have:

• A Master’s degree or a PhD in a relevant field including but not limited to Economics/ Planning/ Public Policy/ Development Studies/ Geography/ Management, across the Social Sciences and Humanities, or a related field;
• 4 to 15 years of relevant professional experience, preferably in either research or consulting, in the urban or economic development sector; while experience within any one (or more) of the predefined themes (Urban and Regional Economic Development; Land, Real Estate and Finance; Urban Employment and Livelihoods) is preferred, applicants with experience in closely related themes will also be considered;
• Experience of working in inter-disciplinary teams, preferably across practice and research;
• Strong writing, analytical and numerical skills;
• A high level of organisational capability, including the ability to establish and maintain effective systems, procedures and processes and manage competing demands and deadlines without compromising quality;
• A high level of communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to consult and collaborate with inter-disciplinary and diverse teams; analyse and present information and produce well researched high-quality reports, submissions, and other documents, negotiate complex issues and manage change;
• Effective working knowledge of at least one Indian language in addition to English.

This could be either a regular position or a 11- month contractual engagement, renewable on mutual consent, with the potential to turn into a regular position over time. This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

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Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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About the School of Human Development (SHD)

The School of Human Development (SHD) at IIHS focuses on social transformation. The School understands social transformation as a set of processes that are rooted in, and seek to directly address:

1. Inequality in social status and substantive rights based on identity;
2. The absence of material and economic dignity for the urban majority; and
3. Inequities in political presence, recognition and participation.

The School’s core focus areas are:

• Decent work;
• Affordable housing;
• Social inequality;
• Social protection;
• Urban health;
• Community mobilization;
• Care Infrastructure.

About the Care vertical nested under SHD

The IIHS Care vertical has several programmes cutting across research and practice which conceptualises and explores feasible care models to address deficits in care, especially in childcare and care for the elderly. Some of the current projects include research to understand experiences across a series of interventions aimed at strengthening the ecosystem of actors involved in building care infrastructure.

About ‘Unlocking Care and Economic Empowerment’
The project aims to develop care frameworks for women engaged in informal work, with the aim of expanding their access to economic opportunities within their neighbourhoods. By creating models of care services for women in the informal economy, the initiative enables mothers to participate in better income-generating activities. Through multiple scaling strategies, IIHS seeks to design a sustainable framework for delivering care for the informal economy.

Job Description

The position will be primarily under this project, but the incumbent will also support the Care vertical. It will involve supporting the project and the vertical in the execution of administrative, financial, and technical activities.

This will be a contractual position for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Project and stakeholder management:
  • Supporting the coordination of functions between IIHS and its various partner organisations;
  • Supporting the monitoring of programmatic activities and routine updates to communicate with project stakeholders;
  • Coordinating with external partners in the project, helping them integrate with the IIHS administrative system;
• Budget and financial management:
  • Ensuring budgetary management of partner organisations;
  • Tracking budget expenses for the project with the internal IIHS team;
  • Supporting contract, invoice, and vendor management with the internal IIHS team
• Field work:
  • Building relationships with caregivers, beneficiaries, and local stakeholders and conducting interviews, discussions, and field visits to gather actionable insights;
  • Coordinating with partners and local bodies to support on-ground rollout of care initiatives and ensure smooth execution;
  • Overseeing day-to-day field activities, ensuring accurate data collection, maintaining documentation, and adhering to ethical, safety, and compliance standards;
• Communication and outreach:
  • Supporting report writing and production of other communication materials for diverse stakeholders as well as social media and other outreach activities;
  • Managing and compiling progress notes, meeting minutes, and other documentation required by the funder and the state governments;
• Event management and logistical support:
  • Supporting conferences and workshops organised by the vertical and the School, as well as other public events;
  • Helping with the logistical requirements raised by the IIHS care vertical and by remote offices and staff in Odisha and Meghalaya;
• Institutional support for the School and the vertical:
  • Coordinating with other teams and functions within IIHS, for Research Office related engagements;
  • Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;
  • Participating in all activities of Institution-Building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and travelling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The project associate will report to the Senior Consultant, SHD and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/organizations and government stakeholders.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• A graduate or postgraduate degree in any discipline;
• 3-6 years of work experience in a research, academic, or policy studies institution; with a prior history of managing project stakeholders and government institutions;
• Strong understanding of research management and/ or operations;
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

This is a contractual engagement for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent. This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

Apply Now

Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

Download Job Description Document

About the School of Economic Development

The IIHS School of Economic Development (SED) takes a heterodox approach towards fostering sustainable and equitable economic transitions across different scales of human settlements, and prioritises enquiries from the Indian and the Global South perspectives. The research, applied research, teaching and training undertaken by the School is interdisciplinary in approach and based on the ethos that economic transitions need to be understood alongside social, political and ecological relationships. The School encourages economic enquiries that, both methodologically and conceptually, engage with space/ place, people, institutions, infrastructure, and scale.

The School’s core focus areas are:

1. Urban and regional economic development;
2. Urban employment, including employment geography, decent work and social protection;
3. Land- based economies and urban finance;
4. Enterprises and Economic Systems; and
5. Knowledge systems.

Job Description

The Manager – SED Office will be part of a small, core team which will assist in building out the School’s portfolio of research, applied research and teaching over the coming years. The core responsibility of this position will be to assist in the development and implementation of the School’s strategy through a rigorous process of grant writing and research management, with support for the delivery of the Masters and PhD programs, which the School is involved with delivering.

The Manager – SED Office will work closely with the Associate Deans – School of Economic Development on a range of institutional and grant- writing and project-based responsibilities spanning the delivery of IIHS’ teaching programmes, as well as research and practice projects within the SED.

We are looking for a dynamic, motivated individual who is capable of managing multiple processes, has experience with grant-writing, bid management and research management, along with coordinating with different teams within the institution, such as Finance, HR, Operations, and is interested in leveraging their domain knowledge of economic development projects, with a focus on institution-building and administration.

The incumbent will support governance, strategic and operational planning, School build- out, management of resources (people, physical and financial), development and delivery of external engagement, relationship building with key partners and collaborators, knowledge management, outreach and delivery of School-specific academic courses. They will act as one of the primary links between SED and various programmes, labs, and other schools at IIHS. Along with individual faculty and other team members, they will need to ensure coordination and timely management of School activities and delivery of outcomes.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Strategy and Planning:
  • Supporting School build-out and management through grant-writing, operational, intellectual and strategic planning, governance, budgeting, resource management and faculty management;
  • Coordinating various initiatives of the School, including overall programme management as well as budgeting;
  • Planning, overseeing and implementing school-wide systems and processes for activities as needed;
  • Generating School development strategies across research, practice and teaching, and identifying opportunities and initiatives in partnership with faculty / staff and in line with the strategic objectives of the School;

• Relationship Management and Communications:
  • Assisting in the development and management of external relationships and collaboration opportunities with key domestic and international partners, and collaborators;
  • Ensuring effective communication across the School and with the wider institution, and positive working relations with other schools and programmes;
  • Representing the School on committees or other forums, where required, and advocating for the interests of the School as well as those of the institution;
  • Collaboration with the communication and design team, developing and supporting in execution of communication strategy;

• Research and Teaching:
  • Supporting and coordinating the outreach, development and delivery of specialised School-specific degree/ diploma, PhD, as well as any other academic courses/ programmes taken up by the School;
  • The selected candidate will have the opportunity to be part of research and practice projects at the School;
  • The selected candidate will have the opportunity to teach and train in IIHS’ academic offerings as well as capacity building and training programmes;

• Operations:
  • Assisting in setting up and ensuring continuous improvement in the infrastructure, and administrative systems and procedures for the School’s activities;
  • Managing the interface among various programmes, labs, schools, administration, procurement, finance and legal;
  • Monitoring resources, processes and deliverables of projects delivered by the programmes within the School;
  • Supporting and coordinating the outreach, development and delivery of specialised School-specific degree/ diploma, PhD, as well as any other academic courses/ programmes taken up by the School, including preparatory activities, content delivery, internships and placements, stakeholder management, and reporting;
  • Managing and monitoring recruitment, staff progress, and learning and development for the School in consultation with the Associate Deans and the People Function;
  • Assisting in regular reporting to the Associate Dean on key milestones and highlighting critical concerns and risks;
  • Coordinating the preparation of the School’s Annual Report and contributing towards the preparation of the institution’s Annual Report;
  • Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;
  • Participating in all activities of institution building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and travelling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The Manager will report to the Associate Dean – School of Economic Development at IIHS and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/organizations, and students.

Person Specification

The applicant should have:

• A PhD in a relevant field including but not limited to Economics / Planning / Public Policy / Development Studies / Geography / Management, or across the Social Sciences and Humanities, or a related field;
• Candidates with Master’s degrees and significant experience in grant-writing, academic strategy and administration, or in research development and management in the themes of the School, will be considered on a case-by-case basis;
• For candidates with a PhD, at least 2 years of relevant professional post-PhD experience; for candidates with Master’s degrees, 7-10 years of relevant professional experience, ideally in the urban or development sector; some prior experience in academic administration would be preferred;
• Experience of working in inter-disciplinary teams, preferably across practice and research;
• Strong writing, analytical and numerical skills;
• A high level of organisational capability, including the ability to establish and maintain effective systems, procedures and processes and manage competing demands and deadlines without compromising quality;
• A high level of communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to consult and collaborate with inter-disciplinary and diverse teams; analyse and present information and produce well researched high-quality reports, submissions, and other documents; negotiate complex issues and manage change;
• The ability to think strategically, contribute effectively to strategic planning processes and to operationalise strategy with the administrative operations of the School;
• Effective working knowledge of at least one Indian language in addition to English.

This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

Apply Now

Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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About the IIHS School of Environment and Sustainability

The School of Environment & Sustainability (SES) at the IIHS (Institution Deemed to be) University examines and answers questions around sustainable development, socio-ecological and food systems, environmental and biodiversity conservation, ecological restoration, adaptation to climate change impacts and risks, and nature-based solutions. With an emphasis on human settlements and socio-ecological systems, the SES works across a continuum from semi-natural ecosystems to mega-cities in India and the Global South. The SES is developing innovative, evidence-based solutions to significant environmental and climatic changes, and socio-economic and cultural transitions in these geographies, linked to multi-scalar adaptive governance and urban transformations.

 Job Description

We are looking for a versatile and motivated individual for a role that blends responsibilities of academic administration with those of a teaching/ research associate. The role offers the opportunity to work across teaching, research, and school/ program-level strategy, coordination and communication. It is ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic interdisciplinary environments, can multitask and has strong organisational and communication skills. The incumbent will have an opportunity to contribute to both the intellectual and operational life at the institution.

This is a contractual engagement for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent, and with the potential to turn into a regular position over time.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

Academic administration:

• Managing administrative processes for postgraduate programmes, including electives and dissertation terms, in collaboration with students and faculty;
• Managing day-to-day academic operations, including management, coordination with faculty, students and IIHS teams; data management; managing multiple calendars for academic classes, curricular and extracurricular activities, and IIHS events, ensuring timely updates and effective communication of any changes;
• Providing logistical support for field visits, labs, guest lectures, and workshops, as required for the academic programmes;
• Coordinating extracurricular activities and alumni engagement with university teams;
• Liaising with the University placement/ internship cell to support student career development;
• Documentation, reporting, and maintaining internal records:
  • Student records and progress tracking;
  • Faculty data;
  • Curriculum tracking and feedback collection;
  • Rankings and accreditation data;
  • Reports/ documentation of University events/meetings and any other documents for functioning and quality compliance;
• Coordinating with University teams to effectively manage academic infrastructure and people resources;
• Assisting in institutional branding initiatives website updates, newsletters, marketing/ academic collaterals;
• Overseeing programme budgets; routine financial matters including vendor management; basic book-keeping functions, which may involve billing, creating purchase requests, responding to invoices and cash receipt and payment processes on the ERP;
• Liaising between the Programme Office, other IIHS teams (e.g., Career Development, Communications), and external partners; assisting with timely submission of materials to central teams (Communications, HR, IT, etc.).

Teaching/ Research support:

• Assisting in the preparation of teaching materials, including readings, presentations, handouts, and assignments;
• Supporting classroom and course coordination: scheduling, logistics, communication with students, and on-ground facilitation;
• Helping to organise and run tutorials, field-based sessions, or lab activities, under the guidance of faculty;
• Assisting in monitoring and reviewing student submissions, grading, and providing structured feedback;
• Assisting in developing research outputs such as reports, case studies, policy briefs, or academic papers;
• Assisting in preparing research/ practice proposals, grant applications, and ethics approvals;
• Maintaining and updating bibliographic databases, research records, and course repositories;
• Contributing to the design and documentation of new courses or knowledge products.

Institutional:

• Providing support to other IIHS activities, including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;
• Participating in all activities of Institution-building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and travelling on IIHS work within or outside the country as needed.

Structure and Reporting

The senior associate will be an external consultant coordinating with the Associate Academic Programme Director for the relevant Postgraduate Programme at IIHS and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/organizations, and students.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• A Master’s degree in Environmental/ Sustainability Science, Climate Change, Planning, Development Studies, Public Policy, or a related field, with 5+ years of relevant experience; candidates with a Bachelor’s degree and 7-8 years of relevant experience may also be considered;
• A background and interest in climate science, mitigation, adaptation, resilience-building action, climate governance, policy, or finance would be an added advantage;
• Experience in academic operations: student/ faculty administration, event coordination, and institutional compliance (rankings, accreditation, etc.) in a higher education institution is desirable;
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with students, faculty, and administrative staff;
• Experience and proficiency in project management — ability to plan, track, and follow through on tasks and timelines across multiple stakeholders, basic financial management, and data management;
• Prior experience in supporting communication and outreach activities, including preparing materials and coordinating dissemination, which will be a further advantage;
• Experience in event coordination and logistics will be useful;
• The willingness to travel, including to field sites with students, and the ability to adapt to dynamic institutional needs.

This is a contractual engagement for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent, and with the potential to turn into a regular position over time. This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

Apply Now

Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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About the School of Environment and Sustainability (SES)

The School of Environment and Sustainability (SES) at IIHS and its Long-term Urban Ecological Observatory (LTUEO), the first such mega-city observatory in the world, focus on the sustainable transformation of diverse human settlements and the social-ecological-technical systems they are part of in the face of global change, especially urbanisation and climate change. The SES and LTUEO work on cutting-edge scholarship and knowledge, education, and practice focused on solutions to wicked and complex environmental and sustainability problems within the context of a rapidly urbanising India.

The IIHS Long-Term Urban Ecological Observatory (LTUEO) is an interdisciplinary centre of excellence in the Global South, that is generating new knowledge, developing nature-based solutions and strengthening human capacity at the interface of urban ecological science, sustainability science and climate science, using state-of-the-art technologies, monitoring systems and innovative experiments.

The Environmental Lab is a part of the LTUEO at the IIHS Kengeri campus, within the School of Environment and Sustainability.

Job Description

The Environmental Lab at IIHS is seeking an experienced Air Quality Monitoring and Analysis specialist to support its environmental research and management initiatives. The role combines hands-on work with monitoring stations, analytical instrument, and data interpretation, along with responsibilities in teaching and communication.

This role will require significant time on the IIHS Kengeri Campus, along with providing support, as needed, to other IIHS projects under the SES in different locations.

This is a contractual engagement for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent and based on performance, and with the potential to turn into a regular position over time.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Setting up and operating ambient air quality monitoring stations, both manual and automated including low-cost sensor systems;
• Collecting, processing and analysing the ambient air and source emission samples at regular intervals as a part of the campus environmental monitoring system and at other locations, as needed, and coordinating with external laboratories for advanced chemical analysis;
• Ensuring data accuracy, instrument calibration, and overall quality assurance processes;
• Carrying out source emission measurements and related emission data with ambient air quality and management strategies;
• Working with related components such as emissions inventories, atmospheric models, and meteorological data integration;
• Supporting the procurement of instruments, monitoring accessories, and maintenance contracts;
• Collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary environmental laboratory team and providing mentorship, where needed;
• Working independently on-field or on analytical tasks, with a proactive and problem-solving approach;
• Teaching and guiding students on interdisciplinary air quality topics;
• Supporting the communication of technical findings clearly to policymakers, researchers, and general audiences through various forms such as newsletters, journals etc;
• Providing support for other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others.
• Participating in all activities of Institution-Building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and travelling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The specialist will be an External Consultant with the Environmental Lab and part of the larger SES team at IIHS coordinating with the Consultant – Environmental Lab at IIHS and will be required to collaborate effectively with a Campus Development team, internal teams and external individuals/ organisations, and students.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• Essential:
  • A Master’s degree or higher in Environmental Sciences, Atmospheric Sciences, Environmental Engineering, or a related field;
  • 5–7 years of relevant experience in ambient air quality monitoring, analysis, and reporting;
  • Proficiency in operating and maintaining advanced air quality instruments and analyzers;
  • Strong understanding of emission sources, pollution control measures, and environmental data interpretation;
  • Experience managing procurement processes and coordinating technically with vendors and laboratories;
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present scientific work to diverse audiences;
  • A team-oriented mindset with the ability to take initiative and work independently when required.
• Desired:
  • Familiarity with receptor modeling, data visualization tools, and GIS integration;
  • The knowledge and skill to apply or support advanced receptor modeling and source apportionment techniques (an added advantage);
  • Commitment to high-quality data and continuous improvement in monitoring and assessment practices.

This is a contractual engagement for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent, and with the potential to turn into a regular position over time. This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in the Kengeri Campus, Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

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Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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About the School of Environment and Sustainability (SES)

The School of Environment and Sustainability (SES) at IIHS and its Long-term Urban Ecological Observatory (LTUEO), the first such mega-city observatory in the world, focus on the sustainable transformation of diverse human settlements and the social-ecological-technical systems they are part of in the face of global change, especially urbanisation and climate change. The SES and LTUEO work on cutting edge scholarship and knowledge, education, and practice focused on solutions to wicked and complex environment and sustainability problems within the context of a rapidly urbanising India.

Job Description

This position will be under a project for the restoration and conservation of freshwater habitats in urban/ peri-urban areas of Bengaluru, and will involve several aspects, including hydrological modelling, field monitoring, laboratory analysis, GIS-RS analyses, designing and conducting field experiments and capacity-building workshops for stakeholders. The incumbent will be part of the SES team working with peri-urban lakes and constructed wetlands in Bengaluru.

This will be a contractual position for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Conducting hydrological modelling studies using state-of-the-art physics-based models;
• Developing local hydrological models based on field observations and parameters;
• Conducting field hydrological studies within the IIHS campus and at other project sites;
• Assisting in GIS analysis;
• Contributing to other projects on environmental monitoring within the IIHS Kengeri campus and elsewhere;
• Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;
• Participating in all activities of Institution-Building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and traveling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The project associate will be an External Consultant coordinating with the Consultant – Research at IIHS and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/ organisations, and students.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• Tech. in Civil/ Environmental Engineering with an aptitude for hydrological modelling;
• Tech. in Water Resources/ Hydrology/ Environmental Engineering or similar fields with relevant field experience in a thesis/ project;
• At least one year of relevant work experience including experience handling satellite-based/ spatial data;
• Experience in field hydrological methods and working with hydrological field instrumentation along with automated data collection systems;
• A basic understanding of experimental study design and data analysis methods;
• Proficiency in one programming language and MS Office ;
• Strong organisational, communication and planning skills; effective team-work skills.

This is a contractual engagement for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent. This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based at the IIHS Kengeri Campus, Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

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Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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About the IIHS Academic Programmes and Schools

India’s urban transition is unprecedented in scale and complexity. Within it lie both the opportunities of increased economic growth and employment as well as the challenges of persistent inequality, extreme deprivation and environmental degradation. IIHS’ academic programmes aim to foster a new generation of urban practitioners and change makers, to become part of shaping this transition.

The academic programmes are supported by the five interdisciplinary IIHS Schools: School of Environment and Sustainability (SES), School of Systems and Infrastructure (SSI), School of Economic Development (SED), School of Human Development (SHD) and School of Governance (SoG). Each School has a particular transformational theme and a set of teaching, research and practice projects and programmes within it. Collectively, the five schools systematically address a wide range of urban issues, from questions of livelihood and economic development, access to basic infrastructure, affordable housing and healthcare for all, to tackling climate change and land governance.

Job Description

The Lead – Career Development (Post-Graduate Programmes) will be responsible for strategising, developing and implementing processes and activities to enable internships and career opportunities for students of different IIHS University Programmes, based on programme requirements and student aspirations, while meeting institutional goals of inclusiveness and interdisciplinarity, and in compliance with all relevant regulations and policies. S/he will have to collaborate with other Functions and Programmes in IIHS to ensure that career development processes are efficient and effective, and also maintain relationships with various industry partners, academic and research institutions, and other stakeholders to promote IIHS’ programmes and students.

The role requires excellent communication, leadership skills, market orientation, and networking and influencing skills.

This is a regular full-time position, and the offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) cannot be undertaken.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Defining and implementing career development strategies to enable Post-Graduate students of the IIHS University to get access to internship and job opportunities across a range of sectors, institutions, and organisations to drive urban transformation at scale;
• Ensuring that potential employers and institutions are aware of IIHS’s academic programmes and students and consider them as high quality sources of talent;
• Garnering the strength of the IIHS alumni network to support and build out career development opportunities for IIHS University’s students;
• Designing and implementing learning and development initiatives to prepare the students of the University for internships and careers;
• Recruiting, managing, and building the career development team over time;
• Managing and optimising the career development budget;
• Helping set up systems, processes, and technologies to gather and analyse market data on an ongoing basis to drive continuous improvement;
• Collaborating with various internal teams like the Communications and Design team and the Academic Office, and with external ecosystem partners, to promote the University and its students to prospective organisations;
• Representing the IIHS (Institution Deemed to be) University at relevant industry and academic events;
• Staying up-to-date with academic and industry trends and best practices, not just to enhance the career development process but also to provide inputs to academic and other institutional processes;
• Providing support to other IIHS initiatives and activities including admissions, academics, research, training, practice, operations, and others, as needed;
• Participating in all activities of Institution-Building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and travelling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The Lead – Career Development (Post-Graduate Programmes) will report to the Chief – Academic Outreach and Career Development at IIHS and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals / organisations, and students.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• A Master’s degree in Management, Human Resources, Urban Planning, Law, Humanities/ Social Sciences, Human Development, or other relevant discipline;
• Total experience of at least 15 years, out of which at least 5 years should be in career advancement (in a higher education context);
• Experience in managing teams and budgets;
• Experience in data analysis and reporting;
• The ability to work in matrix structures;
• A proven track record of developing and implementing career advancement strategies and plans;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• The ability to develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external.

This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

Apply Now

Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

Download Job Description Document

About the IIHS Academic Programmes and Schools

India’s urban transition is unprecedented in scale and complexity. Within it lie both the opportunities of increased economic growth and employment as well as the challenges of persistent inequality, extreme deprivation and environmental degradation. IIHS’ academic programmes aim to foster a new generation of urban practitioners and change makers, to become part of shaping this transition.

The academic programmes are supported by the five interdisciplinary IIHS Schools: School of Environment and Sustainability (SES), School of Systems and Infrastructure (SSI), School of Economic Development (SED), School of Human Development (SHD) and School of Governance (SoG). Each School has a particular transformational theme and a set of teaching, research and practice projects and programmes within it. Collectively, the five schools systematically address a wide range of urban issues, from questions of livelihood and economic development, access to basic infrastructure, affordable housing and healthcare for all, to tackling climate change and land governance.

Job Description

This position will be responsible for implementing processes and activities to enable internships, placements, and other career opportunities for students of the different academic programmes at IIHS, based on programme requirements and student aspirations.

The role requires excellent written and oral communication, attention to detail, market orientation, people orientation, and networking skills.

This could be either a regular position or a 11- month contractual engagement, renewable on mutual consent, with the potential to turn into a regular position over time.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Ensuring that potential employers and institutions and IIHS alumni are aware of IIHS’s academic programmes and students, and consider them as high quality sources of talent;
• Implementing learning and development initiatives to prepare the students of the University for internships and careers;
• Collaborating with various internal teams like the Communications and Design team and the Academic Office, and with external ecosystem partners, to promote the University and its students to prospective organisations;
• Staying up-to-date with academic and industry trends and best practices in career development;
• Representing the IIHS (Institution Deemed to be) University at relevant industry and academic events;
• Providing support to other IIHS initiatives and activities including admissions, academics, research, training, practice, operations, and others as needed;
• Participating in all activities of Institution-Building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and travelling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The associate will be an External Consultant coordinating with the Lead – Career Development (Post-Graduate Programmes) at IIHS and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/ organisations, and students.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in any discipline;
• Total experience of 3-5 years in a related role;
• Experience and expertise in using standard documentation and data analysis tools (Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and Google Docs, Sheets and Slides are a must);
• The ability to use data visualisation / business intelligence tools (Tableau, Datawrapper, Google Charts, Microsoft PowerBI, etc.) is highly desirable;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• The ability to organise events and workshops by coordinating with key internal and external stakeholders.

This could be either a regular position or a 11- month contractual engagement, renewable on mutual consent, with the potential to turn into a regular position over time. This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

Apply Now

Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

Download Job Description Document

About the IIHS Academic Programmes and Schools

India’s urban transition is unprecedented in scale and complexity. Within it lie both the opportunities of increased economic growth and employment as well as the challenges of persistent inequality, extreme deprivation and environmental degradation. IIHS’ academic programmes aim to foster a new generation of urban practitioners and change makers, to become part of shaping this transition.

The academic programmes are supported by the five interdisciplinary IIHS Schools: School of Environment and Sustainability (SES), School of Systems and Infrastructure (SSI), School of Economic Development (SED), School of Human Development (SHD) and School of Governance (SoG). Each School has a particular transformational theme and a set of teaching, research and practice projects and programmes within it. Collectively, the five schools systematically address a wide range of urban issues, from questions of livelihood and economic development, access to basic infrastructure, affordable housing and healthcare for all, to tackling climate change and land governance.

Job Description

This position will be responsible for implementing processes and activities that lead to the design and launch of the undergraduate programme at the IIHS (Institution Deemed to be) University, and subsequently support the admissions process of the undergraduate programme.

The role requires excellent written and oral communication, attention to detail, market orientation, people orientation, and networking skills.

This could be either a regular position or a 11- month contractual engagement, renewable on mutual consent, with the potential to turn into a regular position over time.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Coordinating with vendors to commission market studies to understand the undergraduate market;
• Conducting activities to spread awareness about the IIHS University in schools and communities;
• Collaborating with various internal teams to document various aspects of the undergraduate programme;
• Providing support to other IIHS initiatives and activities including admissions, academics, research, training, practice, operations, and others as needed;
• Participating in all activities of Institution-Building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and travelling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The associate will be an External Consultant coordinating with the Lead – Academic Outreach or with any other person designated by the Head – Academic Outreach & Career Development  at IIHS and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/ organisations, and students.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in any discipline;
• Total experience of 3-5 years in a related role;
• Experience and expertise in using standard documentation and data analysis tools (Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and Google Docs, Sheets and Slides are a must);
• The ability to use data visualisation / business intelligence tools (Tableau, Datawrapper, Google Charts, Microsoft PowerBI, etc.) is highly desirable;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• The ability to organise events and workshops by coordinating with key internal and external stakeholders.

This could be either a regular position or a 11- month contractual engagement, renewable on mutual consent, with the potential to turn into a regular position over time. This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

Apply Now

Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

Download Job Description Document

About the IIHS Academic Programmes and Schools

India’s urban transition is unprecedented in scale and complexity. Within it lie both the opportunities of increased economic growth and employment as well as the challenges of persistent inequality, extreme deprivation and environmental degradation. IIHS’ academic programmes aim to foster a new generation of urban practitioners and change makers, to become part of shaping this transition.

The academic programmes are supported by the five interdisciplinary IIHS Schools: School of Environment and Sustainability (SES), School of Systems and Infrastructure (SSI), School of Economic Development (SED), School of Human Development (SHD) and School of Governance (SoG). Each School has a particular transformational theme and a set of teaching, research and practice projects and programmes within it. Collectively, the five schools systematically address a wide range of urban issues, from questions of livelihood and economic development, access to basic infrastructure, affordable housing and healthcare for all, to tackling climate change and land governance.

Job Description

This position will be part of the Academic Office that manages all teaching programmes at IIHS.  The role is to support the administration and delivery of Masters-level programmes at IIHS. The Academic Office works on a range of general administrative, operational and logistical tasks related to, among others, student management, learning process management, facilities and logistics, and finance and budgeting.

The incumbent will work in close coordination with IIHS Faculty and Staff, particularly with the Admin, Procurement, Finance and HR teams to ensure the smooth delivery of academic programmes. The role requires following the timelines and processes for all courses offered, throughout all stages, and interacting effectively and professionally with all stakeholders. An ability to maintain confidentiality of information and records is very important for this role.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Managing the logistics and operational requirements of all aspects of proposed Masters courses, including classroom sessions, masterclasses, panel discussions, field visits, exposure trips, projects, Practica, student presentations, assessments, etc.;
• Providing support to IIHS Admin to manage teaching-learning facilities – this requires the onboarding, operations and troubleshooting with response protocols for dynamic needs or emergencies; providing regular updates and ensuring efficient communication with the Academic Office; maintaining an oversight on the state of amenities and services including quality of meals, IT requirements and challenges, travel and transportation arrangements within the course etc.;
• Oversight on routine administrative and operational matters including vendor management; basic bookkeeping functions, which may involve billing, creating purchase requests, responding to invoices and cash receipt and payment processes on the ERP;
• Actively managing and coordinating with all relevant IIHS teams for the orientation day, graduation day, alumni reunion and alumni chapter activities, in collaboration with the Admin, Finance and HR teams at IIHS;
• Assisting with efficient and timely communication on routine administrative and budget/ financial tasks including scholarship, stipend, learners’ expense reimbursement and honorarium processes; travel management of external faculty and resource persons/ reviewers; and responding to dynamic changes to learners’ daily F&B and local transportation logistics, in coordination with the Admin, Finance and HR teams at IIHS;
• Keeping track of multiple calendars for academic classes, activities and IIHS events; actively communicating and assisting in changes and updates;
• Maintaining the filing system, compiling and organising data as required; maintaining and updating operational records and documents with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail;
• Responding to phone calls related to the academic programmes at IIHS and assisting in active communication via email and phone calls at all stages of the programmes;
• Participating and supporting in other activities of the Academic Programme at IIHS as necessary; and performing miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned;
• Representing the Academic Programme on committees or other forums, where required, and advocating for the interests of the courses;
• Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;
• Participating in all activities of Institution-building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and travelling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The manager will report to the Senior Lead – Academic Administration or to any other person designated by the Associate Dean – Academics at IIHS and will be required to collaborate effectively with the Academic Committee, along with a diverse group of internal teams and external Individuals/ organisations, and students.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• A Master’s degree in any discipline, with at least 8 years of relevant experience;
• Experience in academic administration/ project management with the ability to maintain records and calendars, and schedule appointments; (prior experience in academic management and administration or a similar domain is preferred, or strong experience in programme management);
• Proficiency in English (verbal and written), and the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to create, compose, and edit written materials;
• Ability to independently establish a working protocol and schedule, maintain effective coordination with the multiple related functions and programmes in IIHS – Research, Practice, Capacity Building, Admin, Finance and HR teams, among others, to hold to academic programme schedules and procedures;
• A high level of organisational capability, including the ability to establish and maintain effective systems, procedures and processes and manage competing demands and deadlines without compromising quality;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information;
• Strong attention to detail, and rigour of approach in any task taken up;
• Technology: Data entry skills; working knowledge of basic software (MS Office and Adobe), Google Forms and Spreadsheets; organising and maintaining records of online meetings on Zoom, Skype, GMeet, MS Teams, etc.;
• Sectoral knowledge in the field of Urban Studies or related fields will be an added advantage.

This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

Apply Now

Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

Download Job Description Document

About the IIHS Academic Programmes and Schools

India’s urban transition is unprecedented in scale and complexity. Within it lie both the opportunities of increased economic growth and employment as well as the challenges of persistent inequality, extreme deprivation and environmental degradation. IIHS’ academic programmes aim to foster a new generation of urban practitioners and change makers, to become part of shaping this transition.

The academic programmes are supported by the five interdisciplinary IIHS Schools: School of Environment and Sustainability (SES), School of Systems and Infrastructure (SSI), School of Economic Development (SED), School of Human Development (SHD) and School of Governance (SoG). Each School has a particular transformational theme and a set of teaching, research and practice projects and programmes within it. Collectively, the five schools systematically address a wide range of urban issues, from questions of livelihood and economic development, access to basic infrastructure, affordable housing and healthcare for all, to tackling climate change and land governance.

Job Description

IIHS is seeking experienced and motivated professionals to join the team responsible for the design and delivery of innovative, interdisciplinary undergraduate degree programme(s). These mid- to senior-level roles are suited to individuals who can contribute across the full spectrum of curriculum development—from research and pedagogy to detailed design, and readiness for delivery. Depending on the level and demonstrated experience, the role may include leading workstreams, mentoring team members, coordinating and supporting institutional processes. The IIHS curriculum emphasises interdisciplinary learning, theory and practice, and rootedness in India.

These will be contractual engagements of varying durations depending on individual profiles and roles, with the potential to selectively turn into regular positions over time, depending on role and long-term fit.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Curriculum research, benchmarking and strategy;
  • Leading comparative landscape analysis of interdisciplinary undergraduate programmes (India and globally) to inform curriculum framework and positioning;

• • Tracking and interpreting relevant regulatory frameworks, accreditation requirements, and institutional norms; translating these into design implications for programme structure and course design;
  • Developing design briefs, and recommendations to support decision-making by programme leadership and faculty teams;

• Curriculum development and academic design:
  • Supporting the development of the interdisciplinary curriculum framework (goals, strategy, learning journeys, structure, components), curriculum planning (e.g. preparation, course and module breakdown, integration across domains, or disciplines, precursors, equivalence) and programme design (e.g. mix of foundation, core and elective courses, sequencing, loading, assessment systems);
  • Supporting the design of interdisciplinary practice-linked, problem-based and experiential learning components (e.g. practica, studios, cases, field-based learning, site visits, practitioner engagement and internships);
  • Helping translate academic intent into student learning journeys and course/ module design, supporting the drafting and refining of courses, preparing reading lists, assessment approaches, and other programme documentation;
  • Participating in curriculum design processes and discussions; synthesising decisions; preparing briefs/ presentations as needed; and supporting follow-through with faculty and internal teams;
  • Helping define key elements of the teaching-learning environment (e.g. classrooms, labs, library, practica and foundation course learning environments);
• Academic coordination and facilitation:
  • Coordinating across faculty, Schools, and subject matter experts to align curriculum components and ensure coherence across the programme;
  • Planning and facilitating curriculum workshops, consultative meetings, and review processes; documenting decisions and ensuring follow-through;
  • Supporting academic delivery readiness in collaboration with institutional teams (e.g., scheduling inputs, student-facing academic documentation, academic processes and templates);
• Knowledge management, documentation and quality assurance:
  • Producing high-quality curriculum documentation, synthesis notes, presentations, and internal reports for reviews and approvals;
  • Contributing to academic quality assurance processes—documentation, review cycles, improvement logs, and readiness checklists;
  • Strengthening documentation standards and templates to support consistency across courses and programme elements;
• Institutional support and team contribution
  • Contributing to institution-building activities at IIHS/ IIHS (Deemed to be) University, as required; collaborating across academics, research, practice, training, and operations;

• • (For Senior Specialist) Mentoring junior team members, setting work plans for designated workstreams, and upholding quality and timelines for outputs.

Structure and Reporting

The position(s) will report to the Associate Academic Programme Director (AAPD) – Undergraduate programmes or to any other person designated by the AAPD – Undergraduate programmes at IIHS and will be required to collaborate effectively with the Academic Committee, along with a diverse group of internal teams and external Individuals/ organisations, and students.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• Essential
  • A Post Graduate degree in Planning, Education, Social Sciences, Ecology/ Life Sciences, Public Health, Policy and Governance, Design, Humanities, Urban Studies or a relevant discipline, with demonstrated comfort in interdisciplinary environments. We are especially looking for people with background in Gender, Economics, Social Sciences, Ecology and Technology, but all disciplines are encouraged to apply;
  • Relevant experience of a minimum 8 years in curriculum design, academic research, higher education programme development, or related academic programme roles, particularly in Indian education system;
  • Strong research, analytical and writing skills, with ability to synthesise complex information into clear design recommendations and usable academic documentation;
  • Demonstrated ability to coordinate across diverse stakeholders (faculty, researchers, institutional teams), manage multiple priorities, and deliver high-quality outputs;
  • High proficiency with digital tools for research, collaboration, documentation and presentations (MS Office/Google Workspace). Additional tools would be considered advantageous;
• Desirable (for Senior Specialist)
  • Experience in leading curriculum workstreams or programme design processes, including facilitation of reviews/ workshops and managing timelines;
  • Familiarity with regulatory/ accreditation contexts relevant to higher education and the ability to translate requirements into academic design decisions;
  • Experience designing assessment frameworks, rubrics, and practice-based learning components;
  • Experience mentoring teams and maintaining quality assurance across multiple curriculum components.

These will be contractual engagements of varying durations depending on individual profiles and roles, with the potential to selectively turn into regular positions over time, depending on role and long-term fit.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

Apply Now

Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

Download Job Description Document

About the ASSURE (Accelerating Sustainable and Super-Efficient Real Estate) project

ASSURE is a joint initiative of the Indian Institute for Human Settlements, India’s premier knowledge institution working on urban transformation, and global next-generational digital services and consulting major and sustainability leader Infosys. ASSURE aims to transform India’s large, rapidly growing, and carbon and energy intensive real estate sector by promoting High Performance Buildings (HPBs) at scale.

In pursuit of its goal, ASSURE will, in the coming years, offer technical assistance to India’s largest developers for lighthouse projects spanning 100 million sq. ft., skill/ upskill 12,000 individuals, support 30 curated innovators, deliver a performance measurement and verification platform that incentivises HPB adoption and financing, and engage with policymakers and financial decisionmakers to usher enabling policies and financing arrangements for HPBs. In lighthouse projects, ASSURE works closely with developer teams to set realistic performance goals, guide technology and design choices, assist with implementation and O&M, and navigate financial and procurement pathways — ensuring successful delivery and operation of HPBs.

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic professional who can own and operate a Real Estate Innovation Accelerator, driving the end-to-end lifecycle from strategy and blueprint to market delivery and impact measurement. The mandate is to design, run, and scale 30 high-potential real estate innovations — pilots, pilots-to-enterprise programs, and market-ready offerings. The candidate will recruit and manage cohorts, coordinate cross-functional teams, secure sponsor buy-in, grant administration, and deliver measurable value for innovators initially and eventually for the industry clients. A background with innovation cohorts or scaling real estate pilots will be beneficial.

This is a contractual engagement for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent.

Activities and Tasks

• Real estate innovation strategy and accelerator blueprint:
  • Define and implement the Innovation Accelerator’s vision, objectives, and success criteria aligned with ASSURE goals and ecosystem needs;
  • Architecting the accelerator blueprint: program cadence, cohort themes, selection criteria, mentorship/ experts network, funding models, and post-accelerator pathways;
• Market shaping, go-to-market for real estate innovation:
  • Analysing market demand, regulatory considerations, and stakeholder ecosystems (developers, owners, operators, lenders, regulators, tenants);
  • Designing and executing the GTM for accelerator outcomes: positioning, messaging, partnerships, pilot-to-scale roadmaps, and enterprise adoption;
  • Building compelling business cases and analyses to secure client engagement;
• Pilot design, execution and scale-up:
  • Leading end-to-end pilot lifecycle within the accelerator: scoping, experiment designing, governance, capturing data, learning loops, and transitioning to enterprise programs;
  • Curating a portfolio of real estate pilots;
  • Managing pilot intake, onboarding, measurements and scale off;
• Governance, reporting and analytics:
  • Establishing governance for accelerator programs, including milestones and gate reviews;
  • Developing dashboards and executive summaries to monitor pilot progress, value realisation, and risk;
  • Producing data-driven insights to optimise the accelerator portfolio and the informing of strategic pivots.
• Stakeholder engagement and communications:
  • Building and nurturing relationships with developers, owners, investors, regulators, technology vendors, and internal stakeholders;
  • Creating compelling proposals, progress reports, and executive presentations for boards, sponsors, and client executives;
  • Representing the accelerator in industry events, thought leadership, and market forums;
• Network building and partnerships:
  • Developing an ecosystem of partners (architecture/ design firms, IPCs, tech vendors, investors, academic partners, regulatory bodies) to source ideas and co-innovate;
  • Managing partnership agreements, joint pilots, and co-innovation programs with clear value for all parties;
  • Fostering communities of practice to accelerate knowledge sharing and accelerator outcomes;
• People and leadership (indirect):
  • Mentoring and growing a cross-functional team supporting the accelerator:
  • Hiring selectively and building the required capabilities to scale the accelerator program;
• Institutional:
  • Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;
  • Participating in all activities of institution-building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and travelling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The specialist will report to the Chief – Practice at IIHS or to any other person designated by the Chief – Practice and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/ organisations, and students.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• A Masters degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Business Management;
• 7+ years of relevant experience in Innovation Scaling / Incubation / Business Development in Real Estate, or related fields;
• Experience leading accelerator programs, pilots, or platform initiatives is desirable, with a proven ability to design and operate an innovation accelerator or similar program, including selecting cohorts, mentoring, and scaling pilots to enterprise deployment;
• Strong business acumen with ability to build ROI models, pricing concepts, and business cases for innovative real estate offerings;
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex stakeholder ecosystems;
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; comfortable engaging with C-suite and multi-stakeholder audiences;
• Familiarity with regulatory/compliance considerations in real estate and those related to the innovation scale-up;

This is a contractual engagement for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent. This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

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Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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About the ASSURE (Accelerating Sustainable and Super-Efficient Real Estate) project
ASSURE is a joint initiative of the Indian Institute for Human Settlements, India’s premier knowledge institution working on urban transformation, and global next-generational digital services and consulting major and sustainability leader Infosys. ASSURE aims to transform India’s large, rapidly growing, and carbon and energy intensive real estate sector by promoting High Performance Buildings (HPBs) at scale.

In pursuit of its goal, ASSURE will, in the coming years, offer technical assistance to India’s largest developers for lighthouse projects spanning 100 million sq. ft., skill/ upskill 12,000 individuals, support 30 curated innovators, deliver a performance measurement and verification platform that incentivises HPB adoption and financing, and engage with policymakers and financial decisionmakers to usher enabling policies and financing arrangements for HPBs. In lighthouse projects, ASSURE works closely with developer teams to set realistic performance goals, guide technology and design choices, assist with implementation and O&M, and navigate financial and procurement pathways—ensuring successful delivery and operation of HPBs.

Job Description

We are seeking a Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) expert to join the mission of transforming India’s real estate sector through High Performance Buildings (HPBs). A joint initiative between IIHS and Infosys, ASSURE-IIHS works on design consulting, capacity building, and performance measurement for large commercial projects. The MEP Expert will lead the technical review of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire-protection systems designed by developer-appointed consultants. The role involves ensuring alignment with ASSURE’s performance goals, supporting integrated design decisions, and strengthening data-driven performance benchmarking across the program’s lighthouse projects.

This could be either a regular position or a 11- month contractual engagement, renewable on mutual consent, with the potential to turn into a regular position over time.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Technical review and advisory – Assessing MEP system designs for alignment with HPB objectives and ASSURE performance benchmarks;
• System performance optimisation – To enhance energy, water and comfort outcomes;
• HVAC systems review – Evaluating system configuration, zoning, and equipment selection; verifying airflow balance, control sequences, and heat-rejection strategies;
• Electrical and lighting review – Analysing connected loads, LPDs, and integration of controls;
• Water efficiency and reuse – Reviewing plumbing layouts, low-flow fixtures, and STP-reuse strategies for water and cooling-tower optimisation;
• Simulation coordination – Working with façade and simulation teams to integrate MEP inputs into whole-building energy models;
• Documentation – Preparing peer-review notes, technical commentaries, and slide decks;
• Stakeholder engagement – Liaising with developer teams, consultants, and ASSURE technical leads to drive consensus on system optimisation;
• Knowledge sharing – Supporting training sessions, and workshops;
• Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;
• Participating in all activities of institution-building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and travelling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The MEP systems expert will report to the Lead – Technical Assistance, ASSURE at IIHS and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/ organisations.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering;
• 3-5 years of experience in MEP design review, performance evaluation or optimisation.
• Working knowledge of MEP System types, load estimation, and benchmarking;
• Familiarity with energy simulation;
• Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word required; Revit, AutoCAD, or SketchUp is preferred;
• Strong analytical, coordination, and communication skills;
• Experience with BMS data analytics; smart meters, or post-occupancy performance tracking is an advantage.

This could be either a regular position or a 11- month contractual engagement, renewable on mutual consent, with the potential to turn into a regular position over time. This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

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Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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About the ASSURE (Accelerating Sustainable and Super-Efficient Real Estate) project

ASSURE is a joint initiative of the Indian Institute for Human Settlements, India’s premier knowledge institution working on urban transformation, and global next-generational digital services and consulting major and sustainability leader Infosys. ASSURE aims to transform India’s large, rapidly growing, and carbon and energy intensive real estate sector by promoting High Performance Buildings (HPBs) at scale.

In pursuit of its goal, ASSURE will, in the coming years, offer technical assistance to India’s largest developers for lighthouse projects spanning 100 million sq. ft., skill/ upskill 12,000 individuals, support 30 curated innovators, deliver a performance measurement and verification platform that incentivises HPB adoption and financing, and engage with policymakers and financial decisionmakers to usher enabling policies and financing arrangements for HPBs. In lighthouse projects, ASSURE works closely with developer teams to set realistic performance goals, guide technology and design choices, assist with implementation and O&M, and navigate financial and procurement pathways—ensuring successful delivery and operation of HPBs.

 Job Description

We are seeking  a dynamic programme management professional who will play a critical role in supporting the design, coordination, and execution of ASSURE’s multi-stakeholder initiatives. The role will manage programme operations, facilitate partnerships, and ensure effective delivery of outcomes aligned with ASSURE’s mission of decarbonising India’s real estate sector.

This could be either a regular position or a 11- month contractual engagement, renewable on mutual consent, with the potential to turn into a regular position over time.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Programme coordination:
  Supporting the planning, monitoring, and reporting of ASSURE’s activities across technical assistance, training, and policy engagement;

• Stakeholder engagement:
  Liaising with government agencies, industry partners, and civil society organisations to strengthen collaborations;

• Knowledge management:
  Assisting in developing knowledge products, publications, and training materials for dissemination through ASSURE’s Knowledge Hub;

• Operational support:
  Managing timelines, and documentation to ensure smooth programme execution;

• Data and impact tracking:
  Contributing to monitoring and evaluating frameworks to measure programme impact (energy savings, GHG reductions, jobs created);

• Events:
  Coordinating workshops, training sessions, and conferences of stakeholders and to build capacity in high performance building design and implementation;

• Institutional:
  Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;
  Participating in all activities of institution-building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and travelling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The building simulation expert will be an External Consultant coordinating with the the Project Director – ASSURE at IIHS and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/ organisations.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• A Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Architecture, Environmental Studies, Public Policy, or Management or equivalent;
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in programme management, sustainability, or stakeholder engagement;
• Strong organisational and project management skills with attention to detail;
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and the ability to work with diverse stakeholders;
• Familiarity with climate change, energy efficiency, or sustainable real estate will be an advantage;
• Proficiency in MS Office and project management tools.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to contribute to a transformative national initiative in sustainable real estate;
• Exposure to cutting-edge practices in high performance buildings and climate resilience;
• Collaborative work environment with experts across disciplines;
• Professional growth through training, workshops, and knowledge sharing.

This could be either a regular position or a 11- month contractual engagement, renewable on mutual consent, with the potential to turn into a regular position over time. This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru, and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

Apply Now

Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

Download Job Description Document

About the ASSURE (Accelerating Sustainable and Super-Efficient Real Estate) project
ASSURE is a joint initiative of the Indian Institute for Human Settlements, India’s premier knowledge institution working on urban transformation, and global next-generational digital services and consulting major and sustainability leader Infosys. ASSURE aims to transform India’s large, rapidly growing, and carbon and energy intensive real estate sector by promoting High Performance Buildings (HPBs) at scale.

In pursuit of its goal, ASSURE will, in the coming years, offer technical assistance to India’s largest developers for lighthouse projects spanning 100 million sq. ft., skill/ upskill 12,000 individuals, support 30 curated innovators, deliver a performance measurement and verification platform that incentivises HPB adoption and financing, and engage with policymakers and financial decisionmakers to usher enabling policies and financing arrangements for HPBs. In lighthouse projects, ASSURE works closely with developer teams to set realistic performance goals, guide technology and design choices, assist with implementation and O&M, and navigate financial and procurement pathways—ensuring successful delivery and operation of HPBs.

Job Description

We are seeking a project associate to lead the day-to-day coordination and management of multiple high-performance building projects under the ASSURE programme. The role involves ensuring project delivery against milestones, facilitating collaboration among technical and design teams, and supporting integrated, sustainability-driven design processes. The position requires strong organisational, stakeholder management, and communication skills, along with familiarity with green buildings and energy-efficient design.

This could be either a regular position or a 11- month contractual engagement, renewable on mutual consent, with the potential to turn into a regular position over time.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Coordinating and managing multiple ASSURE-IIHS projects, ensuring alignment with timelines, deliverables, and performance goals;
• Serving as the primary liaison between internal teams, consultants, clients, and external partners;
• Planning and facilitating workshops, stakeholder meetings, and design charrettes for integrated decision-making;
• Tracking project progress, KPIs, and reporting requirements; ensuring timely communication with the leadership;
• Supporting the technical teams (MEP, façade, sustainability experts) with data collection, analysis, and documentation;
• Preparing and reviewing reports, presentations, and dashboards for project stakeholders;
• Managing knowledge-sharing and training activities, including webinars and capacity-building sessions;
• Identifying and mitigating project risks while maintaining quality and efficiency;
• Providing support to conduct daylight, glare, façade analyses and energy simulation using LightStanza, IES VE, or DesignBuilder, when required;
• Contributing to institutional activities including academics, research, training, and operations;

• Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;
• Participating in all activities of institution-building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and travelling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The project coordinator will report to the Lead – Technical Assistance, ASSURE at IIHS and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/ organisations.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• A Master’s degree in Building Science, Architecture, Sustainability, Project Management etc.;
• 1- 3 years of proven experience in managing building or sustainability projects;
• An understanding of daylighting, glare, energy performance, and passive design strategies;
• Experience in the use of LightStanza, IES VE, DesignBuilder, and 3D modeling tools such as SketchUp, Rhino, or Revit (with Grasshopper);
• Familiarity with green building rating systems and energy codes;
• Strong report writing, analytical, and presentation skills;
• High proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word;
• Excellent teamwork, leadership, and communication abilities.

This could be either a regular position or a 11- month contractual engagement, renewable on mutual consent, with the potential to turn into a regular position over time. This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

Apply Now

Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

Download Job Description Document

About the ASSURE (Accelerating Sustainable and Super-Efficient Real Estate) project

ASSURE is a joint initiative of the Indian Institute for Human Settlements, India’s premier knowledge institution working on urban transformation, and global next-generational digital services and consulting major and sustainability leader Infosys. ASSURE aims to transform India’s large, rapidly growing, and carbon and energy intensive real estate sector by promoting High Performance Buildings (HPBs) at scale.

In pursuit of its goal, ASSURE will, in the coming years, offer technical assistance to India’s largest developers for lighthouse projects spanning 100 million sq. ft., skill/ upskill 12,000 individuals, support 30 curated innovators, deliver a performance measurement and verification platform that incentivises HPB adoption and financing, and engage with policymakers and financial decisionmakers to usher enabling policies and financing arrangements for HPBs. In lighthouse projects, ASSURE works closely with developer teams to set realistic performance goals, guide technology and design choices, assist with implementation and O&M, and navigate financial and procurement pathways—ensuring successful delivery and operation of HPBs.

 Job Description

We are seeking a building simulation expert with expertise in thermal, energy, daylighting and glare analysis using annual simulations. You will work on analysis and simulation for large commercial building projects, making or editing and using them for further simulations. You will have the opportunity to work with an expert consulting team, to attend project meetings, and learn how design consulting is done.

This is a contractual engagement for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent, and with the potential to turn into a regular position over time.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Conducting daylight penetration, glare, and daylight availability analysis using LightStanza;
• Performing facade heat gain analysis using IES VE and DesignBuilder and optimising shading strategies;
• Developing passive design strategies balancing daylighting and thermal comfort;
• Preparing simulation reports, presentations, and collaborating with architects and engineers;
• Presenting findings and recommendations to stakeholders;
• Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;
• Participating in all activities of Institution-building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and travelling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The building simulation expert will report to the Project Director – ASSURE at IIHS and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/ organisations.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• A Master’s degree with a focus on Building Energy Performance, Building Science, or similar, with significant coursework on building performance;
• At least 1 year of work experience; experience of working on building projects will be considered an advantage;
• Expertise in understanding daylighting sufficiency, glare, heat gain, and energy performance metrics;
• Expertise in LightStanza, IES VE or DesignBuilder;
• The ability to make and manipulate 3-D models in Sketchup, Rhino, or Revit (with Grasshopper) and to translate simulation results into actionable design strategies;
• An understanding of green building rating systems, and energy codes;
• Excellent report writing and graphic presentation skills;
• A high level of expertise with Excel, PowerPoint and Word;
• The ability to do scripting in python and run batch simulations and will be an added advantage;
• Strong team working ability with good communication skills.

This is a contractual engagement for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent, and with the potential to turn into a regular position over time. This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru, and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

Apply Now

Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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About Practice Programme

The IIHS Practice Programme aims to demonstrate capacity for innovation and change in order to influence and enable urban transformation and translate learning from practice into policy as well as research and teaching-learning material. It provides strategic/ policy advisory, implementation support, and knowledge management services to national and state governments, public, parastatal and municipal agencies, international development agencies, as well as private firms at the interface of human settlements and urbanisation. This work spans a range of areas, including urban governance, water and sanitation, municipal finance, land management, urban infrastructure and services, as well as climate change and risk and resilience.

Job Description

IIHS is looking for an experienced Senior Associate to work full-time with the Chief – Practice. The position will support the Practice Office in program strategy and portfolio development across IIHS’ wide Practice programme that touches on a number of key urban themes, including: governance, finance, economic development, urban systems, infrastructure and services, climate change, risk and sustainability, decent work and social protection, and food and ecosystem services. This will involve research support to: track sector trends and outlooks; identify strategic opportunities; and, develop issue briefs, concept notes, pitch decks, and proposals. The candidate should have demonstrated skills in research, writing, communication, preparing presentations, and writing proposals in two or more of the areas above.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Rigorous research into and analysis of sectoral trends and outlooks, and development of sharp, well-articulated issue briefs;
• Identification of strategic opportunity areas and scoping and developing ideas, propositions, and compelling pitch notes and decks for taking forward identified opportunity areas;
• Preparation of concept notes supported by implementation plans and budgets for prospective partners;
• Preparation and submission of technical and financial proposals, including responses to competitive bids for government agencies, multilateral and bilateral agencies, Foundations, and CSR and ESG initiatives;
• Tracking of all Practice projects and conversations and organisation of information on them to enable effective programme and project management;
• Setting up, note taking, and following up of internal and external meetings;
• Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;
• Participating in all activities of institution-building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and travelling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The Senior Associate – Practice Office will report to the Chief – Practice at IIHS and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/ organisations, and students.

Person Specification
The ideal candidate should have:

• An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in a field related to urban planning and development, urban management, sustainability, environmental planning, civil or environmental engineering, architecture, or social sciences; a candidate with a background in journalism or development communication with a strong interest in the above fields will also be considered;
• A total of 5 to 6 years of relevant experience, with at least 3 years in the urban sector;
• Interest in research, high analytical skills, excellent oral communication skills, ability for critical thinking, and attention to detail;
• Demonstrated experience of excellent analytical, writing, editing, and presentation design skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical content in engaging and readable forms;
• Willingness to travel extensively as required both within and outside the country;
• High proficiency with computer applications such as MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint;
• Excellent relationship management, team-building, and interpersonal skills and an ability to work in inter-disciplinary, cross-sectoral teams;
• Professional to native-level fluency in spoken, written, and reading in English and a second Indian language.

This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Delhi and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

Apply Now

Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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About the Practice Programme

The IIHS Practice Programme aims to demonstrate capacity for innovation and change in order to influence and enable urban transformation and translate learning from practice into policy as well as research and teaching-learning material. It provides strategic/ policy advisory, implementation support, and knowledge management services to national and state governments, public, parastatal and municipal agencies, international development agencies, as well as private firms at the interface of human settlements and urbanisation. This work spans a range of areas, including urban governance, water and sanitation, municipal finance, land management, urban infrastructure and services, as well as climate change and risk and resilience.

The Practice team at IIHS is responsible for providing cutting-edge and integrated solutions to India’s urban development challenges by bringing together faculty and experts across diverse domains of knowledge and practice, exposing learners to real life problems and integrating the practice into academics and research.

About the ComPASS (Composting Partnership for Advancing Soil Sustainability) project

The IIHS Practice Programme collaborates with the Chitradurga City Municipal Council (CMC) to demonstrate a composting partnership that focuses on improving source segregation and building partnerships with farmers. Through this initiative, farmers gain access to organic compost made from segregated urban wet waste at no significant additional cost, leading to improved soil health at the farm level. The project also delivers environmental benefits by reducing the use of chemical fertilisers and lowering methane emissions from landfills, while enabling residents to access improved waste management services.

Key components include:

• Awareness campaigns to promote segregation of waste at source;
• A direct link between urban wet waste streams and local agricultural needs;
• Advisory support to the CMC on waste management efforts.

Job Description

IIHS seeks a capable and motivated farmer coordinator who will be part of the proposed project and will be responsible for contributing to the implementation of the ComPASS project in Chitradurga. The core responsibility of this role will be to act as the primary link between farmers and the project management team thereby coordinating with farmers and overseeing composting operations at composting sites.  The incumbent will support governance, strategic and operational planning, the management of resources (people, physical and financial), the development and delivery of the project outcomes.

This will be a contractual position for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Identifying 150 volunteer farmers from villages located around Chitradurga;
• Curating a list of farmers interested in composting and anchoring waste delivery to farmers;
• Supervising the excavation of composting pits and covering them with green nets;
• Coordinating with the waste collection team to ensure that segregated waste is delivered to farmers;
• Collecting samples of waste, soil, water, and leachate for quality control and testing;
• Training farmers on organic composting from waste, and preparing documentation on farmer lists and training activities conducted;;
• Preparing daily reports on waste delivery and the composting process;
• Being part of awareness sessions and campaigns with the team;
• Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;
• Participating in all activities of institution building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and travelling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The liaison will be an External Consultant coordinating with the Senior Associate — Practice at IIHS and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/organizations, and students.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• A Bachelor’s/ Master’s degree in Agriculture, Waste Management, Environmental Sciences, Engineering, etc., a relevant field;
• 2 to 5 years of experience, ideally in the agriculture, rural, or the development sector;
• Strong experience in project management;
• Strong oral communication, writing, analytical, and numerical skills;
• Knowledge of file management, transcription and other administrative procedures;
• Proficiency in MS Office;
• Essential proficiency in reading and writing in both Kannada and English.

This is a contractual engagement for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent. This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Chitradurga and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

Apply Now

Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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About the City–Farmer Partnership for Solid Waste Management (SWM) Project

IIHS (Indian Institute for Human Settlements) is a national education institution committed to the equitable, sustainable, and efficient transformation of Indian settlements. IIHS is working with the Chikkaballapura and Doddaballapura City Municipal Councils to manage the solid waste generated in the city. The core of the proposed intervention involves building partnerships with farmers, self-help groups and resident welfare associations.

The key components of the project are:

• Establishing a city-farmer partnership for managing the entire city’s wet waste including identification of farmers, training on composting and coordination;
• An IEC campaign aimed at promoting waste segregation at source including conducting ward level meetings, road shows, campaigns in schools etc.;
• Engagement of SHGs in the management of textile waste i.e., formation of SHGs, and training on recycling of textile waste to useful byproducts;
• Advisory support to the CMC on its ongoing and/ or proposed efforts in waste management.

Job Description

The community mobiliser will be part of the proposed project and will be responsible for contributing to implementation of the city-farmer partnership in Chikkaballapura and Doddaballapura. The core responsibility of this role is to work closely with the project team to organise community entry engagement and meetings, through engaging with relevant gatekeepers and leaders to ensure that community members and stakeholders have a clear understanding of the project goals and objectives and gain acceptance and support from them. S/he will act as one of the primary links between the community and the project management team.

This will be a contractual position for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Responsible for mobilising the communities to play an effective role in waste management;
• Cooperating with community leaders to introduce program activities and encourage community involvement in program implementation and monitoring;
• Implementation and reporting of planned activities;
• Responsible for monitoring, identifying and referring waste management issues as per the agreed interagency protocols and procedures;
• Developing and encouraging new and innovative solutions to community involvement.

• Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;
• Participating in all activities of Institution-Building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and traveling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The community mobiliser will be an External Consultant coordinating with the Senior Associate — Practice at IIHS and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/ organisations.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree preferably in Social Work or other related Social Sciences (or a diploma in these fields if the person has worked in a similar position and has the required skills and experience);
• 2-3 years’ experience working with communities;
• Excellent technical understanding of waste management issues and community-based approaches;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
• Ability to prioritize tasks;
• Gender awareness and sensitivity;
• The ability to think critically and recommend good solutions to problems;
• Effective working knowledge of Kannada and English.

This is a contractual engagement for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent. This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Chikkaballapura and Doddaballapura and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

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About the Director’s Office at IIHS

The Director’s Office supports the IIHS Director in establishing a world-class interdisciplinary University and in managing: the development of the IIHS Schools and Labs, and the Academic, Research, Practice and Capacity Development Programmes, to meet global benchmarks; IIHS’ global and national networks; and the creation of strategic and cutting-edge research and policy outputs for international and Indian public, research and private-sector partners and institutions.

In keeping with IIHS’ mission and the wide range of research and practice areas of the Director (see: http://bit.ly/2DE7rWn and http://bit.ly/2EftTpQ ), the Office works across a wide range of themes including: sustainable development, urban development, governance, technology, infrastructure, public policy and urban science.

Job Description

The Director’s Office (DO) at IIHS is looking for a seasoned and versatile communications professional with experience in the institutional communication space to create, manage and implement plans and programmes to reach out to multiple audiences, national and international networks.

The communications mandate will include managing content on the institutional websites, providing content for various institutional products, managing all the communications from the Director’s Office, and managing the Director’s online and social media presence. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of communications principles, exceptional writing and communication skills, and a proven track record of successfully working with and across multiple stakeholders. This role offers the opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping and amplifying IIHS’ messaging to key stakeholders.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Management of the Institutional Websites:
  • Managing IIHS institutional websites, including but not limited to the IIHS Institutional website, the IIHS (Institution Deemed to be) University website, and the IIHS Campus website, and related microsites, especially curation of content to highlight key activities and developments;
  • Ensuring that the content on the websites is up-to-date and represents current activities;
  • Working closely with the IIHS’ Communications and Design (C&D) team to develop digital campaigns to increase institutional visibility and engagement;
  • Coordinating with internal teams and vendors for website upgrades and maintenance;
  • Tracking digital analytics and user engagement across websites and implementing strategies to increase engagement

• Leading and coordinating all communications tasks of the Director’s Office:
  • Coordinating with various stakeholders for the development of content for multiple institutional products and outputs such as the Institutional Books, Display panels, and Exhibitions;
  • Managing all internal and external official communications issued from the Director’s Office, including written and audiovisual content;
  • Supporting correspondence with high-level stakeholders, including government, academia, media, and international organisations;
  • Leading the design, development, implementation, circulation and archiving of key institutional presentations;

• Tracking communication activities across the institution:
  • Assisting in regular tracking of partner and competitor communications;
  • Coordinating and co- developing a communications dashboard along with the C&D team to track internal and external communications;
  • Designing, developing and implementing a system of archival for all institutional and project presentations across the institution;

• Digital and Social Media management for the Director:
  • Designing and developing a digital strategy to amplify the digital and social media presence of the Director;
  • Managing the Director’s social media accounts, ensuring amplification of thought leadership;
  • Curating posts, threads, and commentary linked to research, public speaking, and institutional work;
  • Tracking analytics and engagement to refine digital strategy;

• General responsibilities:
  • Ensuring coherence and quality across internal and external communications;
  • Ensuring compliance with regulation, institutional branding and messaging guidelines;
  • Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, capacity development, practice, operations and others.
  • Participating in all activities of Institution-building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and travelling on IIHS work within the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The senior communications manager will be housed within the Director’s Office at IIHS and will report to the Lead – Director’s Office. The incumbent is expected to work closely with the Director. S/he will also work closely with other teams across IIHS and especially with the C&D team to collaboratively create content, and institutionalise communication processes.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• A Master’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Media Studies, or relevant fields;
• 12+ years of relevant experience, with at least 5 years in a senior communications role;
• Proven experience in managing institutional communications in research, policy, or international organisations;
• Strong expertise in the design and implementation of digital communications including digital video editing and production, website management and social media strategy;
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills;
• Knowledge and ability to use cutting edge AI applications effectively;
• Demonstrated ability to engage with senior leadership and diverse stakeholders;
• Experience in efficiently managing teams and vendors.

Skills and Attributes

• Strategic thinking with attention to detail;
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities;
• High level of professionalism and discretion.

This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

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Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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About the Director’s Office at IIHS

The Director’s Office supports the IIHS Director in establishing a world-class interdisciplinary University and in managing the development of the IIHS Schools and Labs; Academic, Research, Practice and Capacity Development Programmes, to meet global benchmarks; IIHS’ global and national networks; and producing strategic and cutting-edge research and policy outputs for international and Indian public, research and private-sector partners and institutions.

In keeping with IIHS’ mission and the wide range of research and practice areas of the Director (see: http://bit.ly/2DE7rWn and http://bit.ly/2EftTpQ ), the Office works across a wide range of themes including: sustainable development, urban development, governance, technology, infrastructure, public policy and urban science.

Job Description

The core responsibility of this position will be to support the Director’s Office in managing IIHS Schools and Labs; Research, Practice, Capacity Development and Academic programmes; and strategic institution building processes. The position will be housed in the Director’s Office and will be expected to work closely with multiple other teams across the institution.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Development, implementation and monitoring of Strategic plans and processes for IIHS Schools, Labs, Programmes and Functions, along with cyclical progress reviews;
• Tracking IIHS domestic and international performance, rankings and reputation, along with IIHS senior leadership;
• Coordination of IIHS School, Programme and project management, to deliver planned outcomes; and implementation of institutional processes;
• Curating IIHS’ annual calendar of internal and external, domestic and international events and processes, and managing the Director’ calendar and engagements;
• Planning, running and documenting key institutional and external meetings and discussions as required;
• Driving special initiatives anchored by the Director’s Office from time to time: creating and communicating precise briefs, managing timelines, tracking progress, coordinating and communicating with relevant stakeholders both internal and external as relevant; working closely with other members of the Director’ Office and senior leadership team, to enable smooth running of institutional processes, effective implementation of decisions, and proactive problem solving;
• Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;
• Participating in all activities of Institution-Building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and traveling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The Manager/ Consultant – Director’s Office will report to the Lead – Director’s Office at IIHS and collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external faculty/organizations, and students.

Person Specification
The candidate must demonstrate an ability to engage with multiple teams and across multiple disciplines central to the IIHS mission. Ideal applicants will have some domain knowledge of urbanisation-related issues, from within any discipline.

Applicants should hold academic and professional qualifications from leading universities in any field, with a Bachelor’s preferably from the urban, technology, economics, management or law domains; a Master’s in management and/or public policy. 8 to 10 years of relevant work experience is essential.

The candidate must have excellent spoken and written communication skills in English.  Effective working written and spoken knowledge of at least one Indian language is necessary. Effective knowledge of Hindi or Kannada would be an advantage.

Successful candidates will possess both the desire and capacity to learn and work in a team, and expand the frontiers of practice in building 21st century knowledge institutions.

Other qualifications required for this role, include:

• Demonstrated managerial skills (including financial analysis, budgeting and project management and strategic planning) in a consulting or academic environment;
• Demonstrated experience of working with international education, R&D, public, private and development institutions;
• Demonstrated report writing and presentation skills, to international standards; experience in research and a publication record is desirable;
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship management; communication and networking; team-working and building skills;
• Expertise in using MS Office (Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint etc.); experience in using advanced analytical, GIS, statistical and modelling tools desirable;
• Demonstrated attention to detail;
• Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment; and
• Ability to work flexible hours and travel.

This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

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Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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About IIHS’s Urban Practitioners’ Programme for Capacity Building

The UPP is an education and capacity building programme for urban practitioners spanning disciplines and levels in public, private, academic and civil society sectors. IIHS believes that a city’s transformation rests largely on the collective endeavours of practitioners who confront challenges through an informed, reflexive and creative manner. Through a portfolio of customised and open enrolment capacity development programmes and projects, the UPP offers institutions and practitioners new frameworks of knowledge, backed by a cohesive package of skills. Our portfolio spans sectors, disciplines and scales of practice and seeks to intervene at three levels:

• Strategic perspectives and orientation of the practitioner to urban challenges;

• Knowledge frameworks employed to appraise such challenges;

• Execution skills to tackle them effectively and sustainably.

Job Description

Position Overview:

We are looking for an expert and trainer in urban planning or urban social sciences, specializing in areas like transit-oriented development, land valuation planning, mobility, net zero buildings, etc. The ideal candidate must have a deep understanding of market dynamics, competition landscape, related financial and institutional approaches and a proven track record in delivering high-quality training and research.

Key Responsibilities:

• Exploring New Partnerships: Initiate discussions with new partners on capacity-building programmes for their employees/officers in areas of urban social sciences;
• Training Development and Delivery: Develop comprehensive training content and lead the delivery and coordination of training programs across the country;
• Research Contribution: Contribute to primary and secondary research relevant to the UPP’s thematic and general interests;
• Reporting and Monitoring: Complete reporting and monitoring requirements for training and research activities;
• Consultancy and Development: Assist in proposal development, impact assessment, translations, workshops, and training of trainers;
• Travel: Travel as required to deliver training and support the UPP’s activities nationwide.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Developing training content for the UPP’s capacity building programmes;
• Leading the delivery and coordination of these programmes;
• Completing the related reporting and monitoring requirements;
• Contributing to primary and secondary research of thematic and general interest to the Capacity building team;
• Participating in other UPP activities and initiatives including proposal development, impact assessment, translations, workshops, training of trainers, and other such activities;
• Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;
• Participating in all activities of Institution-Building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and travelling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The Consultant/ Senior Consultant – Capacity Building will report to the Head – Urban Practitioners’ Programme (UPP) at IIHS, or to any other person designated by the Head, and collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams, external faculty/organizations, and students.

Person Specification
The ideal candidate should have:

• About 8 – 10 years of relevant professional experience;
• A Master’s in Planning or any other relevant degree with special focus on transit-oriented development, land valuation, mobility, or net zero buildings;
• Familiarity with the empirical and scholarly work around these themes;
• Familiarity with the policy level and programmatic approaches to these themes at the Central and State levels;
• Experience and exposure to projects in these thematic areas (this would be an added advantage);
• The ability to train and teach on these themes;
• Proficiency in MS Office;
• Effective team-working and interpersonal skills;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Strong stakeholder management and good negotiation skills;
• The ability to lead and mentor younger team members effectively.

The UPP welcomes applicants from research, academic, social and practice fields. Applicants must be willing to travel as per programme requirements.

This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

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Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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About the Capacity Development Programme

IIHS Capacity Development is an education and capacity building programme for urban practitioners spanning disciplines and levels in public, private, academic and civil society sectors. IIHS believes that a city’s transformation rests largely on the collective endeavours of practitioners who confront challenges through an informed, reflexive and creative manner. Through a portfolio of customised and open enrolment capacity development programmes and projects, the Capacity Development team offers institutions and practitioners new frameworks of knowledge, backed by a cohesive package of skills. Our portfolio spans sectors, disciplines and scales of practice and seeks to intervene at three levels:

• Strategic perspectives and orientation of the practitioner to urban challenges;
• Knowledge frameworks employed to appraise such challenges;
• Execution skills to tackle them effectively and sustainably.

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and motivated urban development professional who has strong capacity development and practice expertise to support the design and delivery of impactful training programmes and knowledge output initiatives. This role focuses on strengthening institutional and individual capacities across key urban sectors such as Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), climate resilience, housing, mobility, finance and digital governance and fast growing field of data analytics, visualization and AI that supports the development process through tech skills . The consultant will contribute to structured learning programmes, applied research, and stakeholder engagement with core government departments and other related urban stakeholders both at the national and international levels. The ideal candidate will have strong sectoral expertise, practical experience in urban development projects, and demonstrated strengths in facilitation, proposal development, and partnership building.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Exploring new partnerships: Initiating discussions with potential partners about capacity-building programmes for their employees and officers in the urban sector;
• Designing and delivering high-impact capacity building programmes on urban development for a diverse set of stakeholders, including government agencies, private bodies, NGOs, and community-based organisations at the national, state, and international levels;
• Leading and supporting the development of training curricula, toolkits, and learning materials tailored to specific institutional and community contexts;
• Facilitating field-based and experiential learning, including exposure visits, participatory planning exercises, and hands-on sessions;
• Collaborating with internal teams and external experts to mainstream cross-cutting themes such as gender, inclusion, digital innovation, and sustainability;
• Undertaking programme planning, monitoring and evaluation, reporting, and documentation;
• Conducting thematic research in Capacity Development work, case study compilation, and contributing to the development of publications and knowledge products;
• Engaging with government agencies, capacity building institutions, foundations, think tanks and development partners to foster collaboration and scale outreach;
• Supporting in the preparation, review, and submission of proposals for multilateral/ bilateral organisations and donor-funded programmes in the capacity development space;
• Managing teams effectively and nurturing the skills of individuals to grow further in their career;
• Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;
• Participating in all activities of Institution-Building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and traveling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The Senior Associate/ Consultant – Capacity Development will report to the Senior Lead – Capacity Development at IIHS and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/ organisations, and students.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• A Post Graduate degree in Environmental Engineering/ Civil Engineering/ Urban Planning/ Environmental Science/ Finance/ Climate Studies/ Development Studies/ Data Analytics/ Data Science or a related discipline, with a strong grounding in urban thematic areas such as water supply, sanitation, housing, mobility, climate resilience, digital and urban policy, governance and finance;
• 5–10 years of relevant experience in capacity development, training delivery, or programme implementation within urban development projects;
• In-depth understanding of urban thematic frameworks and the 21^st century paradigm shift towards resilience, inclusivity and sustainability;
• Prior experience working with Project Management Units (National), State or City-level Mission Management Cells (SMMCs, CMMCs), and international exchange programmes;
• Demonstrated experience in proposal writing, review, and submission for donor-funded or multilateral/ bilateral projects;
• Strong facilitation, communication, and writing skills in English and at least one regional Indian language;
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and coordinate with diverse teams;
• Knowledge and hands-on experience with software tools relevant to urban thematic areas, such as GIS, MIS dashboards, digital planning platforms, or data collection & validation applications;

Desirable Attributes:

• Knowledge of adult learning methodologies and participatory training approaches;
• Experience in developing IEC materials, multimedia training tools, and digital learning content;
• Exposure to both urban development contexts and public service delivery systems;
• Willingness to travel extensively within India for training delivery, stakeholder engagement, and field-based research.

This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

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Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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About the Capacity Development Programme

IIHS Capacity Development is an education and capacity building programme for urban practitioners spanning disciplines and levels in public, private, academic and civil society sectors. IIHS believes that a city’s transformation rests largely on the collective endeavours of practitioners who confront challenges through an informed, reflexive and creative manner. Through a portfolio of customised and open enrolment capacity development programmes and projects, the Capacity Development team offers institutions and practitioners new frameworks of knowledge, backed by a cohesive package of skills. Our portfolio spans sectors, disciplines and scales of practice and seeks to intervene at three levels:

• Strategic perspectives and orientation of the practitioner to urban challenges;
• Knowledge frameworks employed to appraise such challenges;
• Execution skills to tackle them effectively and sustainably.

Job Description

We are looking for a knowledgeable and driven rural development professional to support the design, implementation, and delivery of training and knowledge initiatives aimed at strengthening rural institutions and systems. The role focuses on building the capacities of Gram Panchayats, community-based organisations, frontline workers, and rural development agencies to effectively plan, implement, and monitor programmes across key sectors such as Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), livelihoods, climate resilience, natural resource management, and local governance. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of rural development frameworks, hands-on experience in working with government and community institutions, and demonstrated expertise in capacity building, stakeholder engagement, and field facilitation.

This will be a contractual position for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Designing and delivering capacity building programmes:
  Developing and implementing training modules, workshops, and learning tools tailored for rural stakeholders, including Gram Panchayats, Village Water and Sanitation Committees (VWSCs), Self-Help Groups (SHGs,) frontline workers, and block/ district officials across sectors such as WASH, livelihoods, climate resilience, and rural governance;
• Supporting institutional strengthening:
  Providing technical assistance and rendering support to rural local bodies for improving their planning, implementation, and monitoring capacities under schemes such as Gram Panchayat Development Plan (GPDP), Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS), Jal Jeevan Mission, Swachh Bharat Mission Grameen (SBM-G), and National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM);
• Developing training materials and knowledge products:
  Creating context-specific learning resources such as manuals, toolkits, case studies, and IEC materials in regional languages to support field-level learning and practice;
• Facilitating stakeholder engagement and coordination:
  Working closely with government departments, NGOs, training institutions, and community-based organisations to foster collaborative approaches and support convergence at the village and block levels;
• Conducting field assessments and action Research:
  Leading or supporting needs-assessments, baseline studies, and field-based research to identify capacity gaps, test innovations, and document good practices in rural development;
• Monitoring and evaluating capacity building outcomes:
  Tracking and reporting the effectiveness of training interventions using participatory methods and simple digital tools; supporting data-driven improvements in training design and delivery.

• Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;

• Participating in all activities of Institution-Building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and traveling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The rural development professional will be an External Consultant coordinating with the Senior Lead – Capacity Development at IIHS and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/ organisations, and students.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• A postgraduate degree in Rural Development, Public Policy, Social Work, Environmental Studies, Development Studies, Agriculture, or related discipline;
• 5–8 years of professional experience in rural development, with a focus on WASH, livelihoods, climate resilience, local governance, or natural resource management;
• Proven experience in capacity building, training design and delivery, or technical advisory support for Gram Panchayats, community institutions, or rural development agencies;
• Familiarity with key national and state-level rural development programmes such as MGNREGS, Jal Jeevan Mission, NRLM, SBM-G, Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY), and related planning frameworks like GPDP;
• Prior experience working with donor-funded or government-led rural development programmes is desirable;
• Strong skills in facilitation, communication, and documentation, with fluency in English and at least one Indian regional language;
• The ability to manage field-based projects independently and work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary, field-facing teams;

Desirable Attributes:

• Knowledge of rural environmental and social safeguards, community-level impact assessments, and sustainability practices relevant to rural development;
• Experience working with Panchayati Raj Institutions, rural development departments, training institutions, or community-based organisations;
• Skills in developing IEC materials, participatory training tools, e-learning modules, and using digital platforms for capacity building in rural settings;
• The willingness to travel extensively across rural areas in India for training delivery, field engagements, and community consultations.

This is a contractual engagement for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent. This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

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Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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About the Capacity Development Programme

IIHS Capacity Development is an education and capacity building programme for urban practitioners spanning disciplines and levels in public, private, academic and civil society sectors. IIHS believes that a city’s transformation rests largely on the collective endeavours of practitioners who confront challenges through an informed, reflexive and creative manner. Through a portfolio of customised and open enrolment capacity development programmes and projects, the Capacity Development team offers institutions and practitioners new frameworks of knowledge, backed by a cohesive package of skills. Our portfolio spans sectors, disciplines and scales of practice and seeks to intervene at three levels:

• Strategic perspectives and orientation of the practitioner to urban challenges;
• Knowledge frameworks employed to appraise such challenges;
• Execution skills to tackle them effectively and sustainably.

About the Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM)

Aimed at making urban India free from open defecation and achieving 100% scientific management of municipal solid waste in 4,041 statutory towns in the country, the Swachh Bharat Mission – Urban (SBM-U), was launched on 2nd October 2014. The second phase of SBM-U was launched on 1st October 2021, for a period of 5 years (till October 2026). The vision for SBM-U 2.0 is to achieve “Garbage Free” status for all cities by 2026 and institutionalizing ‘Swachh’ behavior amongst the citizens. SBM–U 2.0 will be implemented by MoHUA through States/ UTs in all statutory towns (as per Census 2011, and to those added subsequently). The Government of India in partnership with States/ UTs and ULBs is committed to make all cities ‘Garbage Free’ under SBM-Urban 2.0 to contribute to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) 2030, which will ultimately improve the quality of life and ease of living of urban populations, thus leading to urban transformation.

IIHS has established a strong niche in SBM programmes by serving as the Technical Support Unit to the Government of Tamil Nadu under the TNUSSP programme, and by delivering a wide range of capacity-building initiatives across India, collectively reaching over 3 million people. These efforts have made a significant contribution to improved sanitation outcomes and to advancing the transition towards inclusive sanitation.

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and motivated urban development professional to support the design and delivery of impactful training and knowledge initiatives under the Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM). The role will focus on strengthening institutional and community capacities in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) and Solid Waste Management (SWM).

The external consultant will contribute to the design and delivery of structured learning programmes, applied research, and stakeholder engagement with Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) and other urban stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess strong sectoral expertise, hands-on experience in urban development projects—particularly under SBM—and will be technically sound in the features, guidelines, and objectives of the Swachh Bharat Mission. Demonstrated strengths in capacity development and programme implementation are essential for this role.

This will be a contractual position for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Designing and delivering high-impact capacity-building and training programmes under the Swachh Bharat Mission (Urban) for a diverse range of stakeholders, including government departments, Urban Local Bodies (ULBs), and field functionaries;
• Liaising and coordinating closely with state and local government agencies for planning, approvals, implementation, and review of SBM capacity-building initiatives;
• Leading and supporting the development of SBM-focused training curricula, toolkits, SOPs, and learning materials, tailored to varying institutional and community contexts;
• Facilitating field-based and experiential learning activities, including exposure visits, participatory planning exercises, city diagnostics, and hands-on training sessions;
• Collaborating with internal teams and external experts to integrate cross-cutting themes such as gender equity, social inclusion, digital innovation, climate sustainability, and behaviour change into SBM capacity-building programmes;
• Supporting programme planning, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), reporting, and documentation, including preparation of progress reports, case studies, and knowledge products;
• Providing support to other IIHS functions and initiatives, including academics, research, training, practice, operations, and institutional projects, as required;
• Participating in institution-building activities at IIHS, carry out tasks assigned by the Institute, and undertake travel within or outside the country for IIHS-related work, as required.

Structure and Reporting

The specialist will be an external consultant coordinating with the Senior Lead – Capacity Development at IIHS and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/ organisations, and students.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• A Post Graduate degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Environmental Science, Public Health, Climate Studies, Development Studies, or a related discipline, with strong grounding in urban thematic areas such as Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), Solid Waste Management (SWM), climate resilience, and urban/digital governance;
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in capacity development, training delivery, or programme implementation within urban development of SBM-related projects;
• Strong understanding of urban thematic frameworks, SBM strategies, climate resilience approaches, and inclusive, community-based planning and implementation models;
• Prior experience working with Project Management Units (PMUs) or State/ City-level Mission Management Cells (SMMCs/CMMCs); this will be an added advantage;
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and writing skills in English; working knowledge of Tamil is strongly preferred for this role;
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and effectively coordinate with diverse, multi-disciplinary teams;
• Knowledge and hands-on experience with software tools relevant to urban thematic areas, such as GIS, MIS dashboards, digital planning platforms, or data collection & validation applications;

Desirable Attributes:

• Knowledge of adult learning methodologies and participatory training approaches;
• Experience in developing IEC materials, multimedia training tools, and digital learning content;
• Exposure to both urban development contexts and public service delivery systems;
• The willingness to travel extensively within India for training delivery, stakeholder engagement, and field-based research.

This is a contractual engagement for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent. This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Chennai and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

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Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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About the Capacity Development Programme

IIHS Capacity Development is an education and capacity building programme for urban practitioners spanning disciplines and levels in public, private, academic and civil society sectors. IIHS believes that a city’s transformation rests largely on the collective endeavours of practitioners who confront challenges through an informed, reflexive and creative manner. Through a portfolio of customised and open enrolment capacity development programmes and projects, the Capacity Development team offers institutions and practitioners new frameworks of knowledge, backed by a cohesive package of skills. Our portfolio spans sectors, disciplines and scales of practice and seeks to intervene at three levels:

• Strategic perspectives and orientation of the practitioner to urban challenges;
• Knowledge frameworks employed to appraise such challenges;
• Execution skills to tackle them effectively and sustainably.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented research assistant to support research and analytical work across the domains of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), climate resilience, public policy, and development finance. This role involves primary and secondary research, policy analysis, data management, and preparation of high-quality outputs to inform programme strategies, policy briefs, and knowledge dissemination.

This will be a contractual position for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Conducting literature reviews, policy analysis, and secondary research on WASH, climate resilience, public policy, and development finance;
• Collecting, cleaning, and analysis of primary and secondary data, including spatial, environmental, and demographic datasets;
• Assisting in writing technical reports, research papers, briefing notes, and case studies;
• Supporting the development of knowledge products such as articles, presentations, and infographics;
• Documenting field studies, stakeholder consultations, and project processes in coordination with team members;
• Maintaining databases and supporting data visualization using tools such as Excel, Power BI, or GIS platforms;
• Tracking relevant national and international policies, frameworks, and practices in WASH, climate resilience, public policy, and development finance;
• Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;
• Participating in all activities of Institution-Building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and traveling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The research assistant will be an External Consultant coordinating with the Senior Lead – Capacity Development at IIHS and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/ organisations, and students.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• A postgraduate degree in Public Policy, Development Studies, Environmental Studies, Economics, Finance, Rural/Urban Studies, Climate studies or a related field;
• 1–3 years of relevant experience in research and analysis in the areas of WASH, climate resilience, public policy, and/ or development finance;

• Strong analytical skills and familiarity with qualitative and quantitative research methods;
• Excellent writing and documentation skills in English; proficiency in a regional language is a plus;
• Proficiency in MS Office; experience with data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SPSS, R) and mapping software (e.g., QGIS, ArcGIS) is desirable;
• The ability to manage tasks independently and meet deadlines in a dynamic, team-based environment;

Desirable Attributes:

• Experience in field data collection or working with environmental datasets;
• An understanding of water and sanitation systems in urban and rural contexts;
• Interest in climate adaptation, sustainability, and public policy;
• The willingness to travel for short-term research or documentation assignments, if needed.

This is a contractual engagement for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent. This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

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Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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About the Media Lab

The IIHS Media Lab is a platform that engages with questions around the urban via multiple media practices. The Media Lab’s vision is to build a culture of research, teaching and pedagogy using the audio-visual medium inside and outside the classroom. In a rapidly changing complex world, the Media Lab has created a space where the use of images and sound can be a way of understanding the urban milieu and creating new forms of knowledge production. This is in keeping with the IIHS vision of being an interdisciplinary Institution where different disciplinary methods are used to address urban challenges.

About the School of Environment and Sustainability (SES)

The School of Environment and Sustainability (SES) at IIHS and its Long-term Urban Ecological Observatory (LTUEO), the first such mega-city observatory in the world, focus on the sustainable transformation of diverse human settlements and the social-ecological-technical systems they are part of in the face of global change, especially urbanisation and climate change. The SES and LTUEO work on cutting edge scholarship and knowledge, education, and practice focused on solutions to wicked and complex environment and sustainability problems within the context of a rapidly urbanising India.

Job Description

IIHS requires a naturalist, documentation and media specialist who can shoot and edit images and videos for its LTUEO, to assist in documenting, monitoring and communicating the biodiversity on the campus and its neighboring ecosystems (lake, forest and urban). The role will require spending quality time on the IIHS Kengeri Campus, along with providing support as needed on other IIHS projects under the SES elsewhere.

This will be a contractual position for an initial term of 11 months.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Conducting regular and methodical biodiversity photography and video surveys, and maintaining a log of the observations in the field;
• Maintaining and using Media Lab and LTUEO equipment with utmost care;
• Processing and archiving data for communication and publication projects as relevant;
• Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;
• Participating in all activities of Institution-Building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and traveling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The naturalist, documentation and media specialist will be an External Consultant coordinating with the Senior Consultant – Media Lab and working closely with the LTUEO/ SES team at IIHS. S/he will also be required to collaborate effectively with other IIHS teams, external individuals/ organisations, and students.

Person Specification

The applicant should have:

• A Bachelor’s/ Master’s in conservation biology or a related field;
• Adeptness with photography and videography;
• Good Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop and Lightroom skills;
• Effective team working and good interpersonal skills, and the ability to work with diverse teams across IIHS;
• Good communication skills – listening, speaking and writing;
• Proactiveness and self-drive, with the ability to take initiative as needed.

This is a contractual engagement for an initial term of 11 months. This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based at the Kengeri Campus, Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India as needed.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

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Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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About the Media Lab

The IIHS Media Lab is a platform that engages with questions around the urban via multiple media practices. The Media Lab’s vision is to build a culture of research, teaching and pedagogy using the audio-visual medium inside and outside the classroom. In a rapidly changing complex world, the Media Lab has created a space where the use of images and sound can be a way of understanding the urban milieu and creating new forms of knowledge production. This is in keeping with the IIHS vision of being an interdisciplinary Institution where different disciplinary methods are used to address urban challenges.

Job Description

IIHS requires a documentation and media specialist to shoot and edit images and videos of the activities and events in its academic programmes, for use in the University newsletter, website and other outreach materials.

This will be a contractual position for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Shooting around-the-year academic events and activities for IIHS Master’s and PhD programmes, both within and outside the classroom; this will include video as well as still photographs, collectively capturing all the different aspects of student life on campus;
• Editing the content using Premier Pro software tools;
• Organising and tagging all usable content systematically for future use as needed;
• Contributing to other activities of the Media Lab including film projects, research and writing as relevant;
• Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, practice, training, operations and others;
• Participating in all activities of Institution-Building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and traveling on IIHS work as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The documentation and media specialist will be an External Consultant coordinating with the Lead – Media Lab at IIHS or with any other person designated by the Lead. S/he will also be required to collaborate effectively with other IIHS teams, external individuals/ organisations, and students.

Person Specification

The applicant should have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, or an equivalent degree with work experience of at least 1-1.5 years;
• Adept skills for video shooting in different formats (DSLR / Video camera) as required;
• Video editing skills to produce results in different formats using (Adobe Premier Pro) as required;
• Moderately good Photoshop and After Effects skills;

• Effective team working and good interpersonal skills, and the ability to work with diverse teams across IIHS;

• Good communication skills – listening, speaking and writing;
• Proactiveness and self-drive, with the ability to take initiative as needed.

This is a contractual engagement for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent. This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

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Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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Job Description

Resource mobilisation and development is a strategically important function at IIHS and is recognised as a critical enabler of institutional growth and sustainability.

The Manager – Resource Development will be involved in fund-raising outreach initiatives such as calling prospects, related communication and relationship building, and other activities as needed to raise funds against internal targets.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Supporting in the implementation of IIHS’ fund-raising strategy;
• Managing prospects’ database;
• Contacting, sending initial communication, organising meetings and followingup, and addressing prospects’ queries;
• Supporting the team’s efforts to deliver both operational and capital resource mobilisation against institutional targets;
• Working closely with other teams at IIHS to support their business development;
• Creating and sending out regular updates and other institutional communications as appropriate to prospects and donors;
• Building and maintaining current knowledge of the fund-raising marketplace through continuous analysis and research;
• Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;
• Participating in all activities of Institution-Building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and traveling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The Manager will report to the Head – Resource Development at IIHS or to any other person designated by the Head and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external Individuals/ organisations, and students.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• A Master’s degree in Management or any other related field;
• At least 8 years of experience in fund-raising (or equivalent);
• Some market knowledge and understanding of the fund-raising space;
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written; ability to interact effectively with a diverse group of individuals and personalities across levels, sectors and disciplines;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and other relevant software tools; and proficiency in the use of digital and social media to achieve functional objectives.

This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

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Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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Job Description

As part of IIHS’ detailed legal work, we are looking for a candidate to fill the full-time position of Consultant/ Sr. Consultant – Legal & Regulation (Higher Education) in our Bengaluru office. This is a mid-level leadership position that will potentially involve independent responsibility and individual contribution along with reviewing and supervising the work of younger team members.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Legal-Regulatory Support in Higher Education (primary):
  • Handling analysis and drafting on legal and regulatory matters, including the laws and policies relating to Higher Education:
    • Legislative developments both central and state;
    • Policies and schemes both central and state;
    • Relevant case law at Supreme Court, High Courts and subordinate courts as applicable;
  • Ensuring effective and rigorous analysis and adequate documentation;
  • Carrying out institutional process drafting, including relevant policies from time to time;
  • Handling legal advisory, memos and opinion writing, litigation proceedings and related support;
  • Undertaking legal and regulatory due diligence;
  • Conducting research and analysis of latest developments in Higher Education;
  • Transactional advisory and drafting as appropriate to the not-for-profit sector;
  • Handling relevant IPR related matters;
  • Coordination on relevant legal administrative and service-related matters;
  • Assisting in stakeholder consultations and deliberations as relevant;
• Research (secondary):
  • Contributing to research and academic work on aspects of urban law and policy, as relevant to IIHS;
• Contributing to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;
• Participating in all activities of Institution-Building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and travelling on IIHS work as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The Consultant/ Sr. Consultant – Legal & Regulation will report to the Chief – Legal & Regulation at IIHS and will collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/organisations, and students.

Person Specification

We are looking for a knowledgeable, responsible and motivated lawyer with a minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Law and around 8 to 10 years of work experience in relevant areas, especially experience of dealing with legal-regulatory drafting and policy issues in Higher Education.

Other qualifications required for this role, include:

• Excellent analytical skills and a high degree of proficiency in Microsoft Word, Powerpoint and Excel;
• Excellent communication skills in written English;
• Good communication skills and fluency in Kannada/ Hindi (written and spoken);
• Ability to undertake rigorous research on constitutional law, higher education law, administrative law, executive orders, labour law, taxation law, privacy/data protection legislation, case law, institutional structures and relevant legislative matters, with pronounced evidence of strong drafting and transactional skills;
• Ability to understand law in contexts and propose iterative solutions;
• Ability to assist with litigation related matters;
• Ability to work in a highly inter-disciplinary team and under strict and frequent deadlines;
• Professional experience in dealing with Government agencies/entities;
• Initiative and independent working, ability to handle tasks with minimal supervision;
• Leadership skills, with the ability to supervise and mentor younger team members.

This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru and will entail travel to other locations as needed.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

Apply Now

Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

Download Job Description Document

Job Description

As part of IIHS’ detailed legal work, we are looking for a candidate to fill the full-time position of Consultant – Legal & Regulation in our Bengaluru office. This is a mid-level leadership position that will potentially involve independent responsibility and individual contribution along with reviewing and supervising the work of younger team members.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Legal Support (primary):
  • Handling legal and regulatory matters;
  • Contract drafting and contract management;
  • Transactional advisory and drafting, preferably with experience of:
    • Matters pertaining to the ‘not for profit’ sector;
    • Procurement and tendering;
    • Construction contracts (Works, Design Build, PPP models);
    • Transactional elements of IPR related matters;
• Ensuring effective and adequate documentation;
  • Institutional process drafting;
  • Handling legal advisory, memos and opinion writing, litigation proceedings and related support as applicable;
  • Undertaking legal and regulatory due diligence
• Research (secondary):
  • Contributing to research and academic work on aspects of urban law and policy, as relevant to IIHS;
• Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;
• Participating in all activities of Institution-Building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and traveling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The Consultant – Legal & Regulation will report to the Chief – Legal & Regulation at IIHS and will collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/organisations, and students.

Person Specification

We are looking for a knowledgeable, responsible and motivated lawyer with a minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Law and at least 8 years of work experience in relevant areas, including preferably, experience of dealing with legal and regulatory issues in the non-for-profit sector.

Other relevant skillsets  required for this role, include:

• Excellent analytical skills and a high degree of proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel;
• Excellent communication skills in written English;
• Good communication skills and fluency in Hindi/Kannada (written and spoken);
• Ability to undertake rigorous research on contracts, labour law, taxation law, privacy/date protection legislation, case law, institutional structures and relevant legislative matters, with pronounced evidence of strong drafting and transactional skills;
• Ability to understand law in contexts and propose iterative solutions;
• Ability to assist with litigation related matters;
• Ability to work in a highly inter-disciplinary team and under strict and frequent deadlines;
• Professional experience in dealing with Government agencies/entities;
• Initiative and independent working, ability to handle tasks with minimal supervision;
• Leadership skills, with the ability to supervise and mentor younger team members.

This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

Apply Now

Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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Job Description

As part of IIHS’ detailed legal work, we are looking for a candidate to fill the full-time position of Senior Associate – Legal & Regulation in our Bengaluru office.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Legal Support (primary):
  • Assisting with legal and regulatory matters;
  • Contract drafting and contract management;
  • Transactional advisory and drafting, preferably with experience of:
    • Matters pertaining to the ‘not for profit’ sector;
    • Procurement and tendering;
    • Construction contracts (Works, Design Build, PPP models);
    • Transactional elements of IPR related matters;
  • Providing documentation support;
  • Institutional process drafting;
  • Assisting with legal advisory, memos and opinion writing, litigation proceedings and related support as applicable;
  • Undertaking legal and regulatory due diligence;

• Research (secondary):
  • Assisting with research and academic work on aspects of urban law and policy, as relevant to IIHS;

• Further, research on Higher Education including, but not limited to, the following:
  • Analysis and drafting on legal and regulatory matters, including the laws and policies relating to Higher Education:

• • • Legislative developments both central and state;
    • Policies and schemes both central and state;
    • Relevant case law at Supreme Court, High Courts and subordinate courts as applicable;
  • Ensuring effective and rigorous analysis and adequate documentation;
  • Institutional process drafting, including policies;
  • Legal advisory, memos and opinion writing, litigation proceedings and related support;
  • Undertaking legal and regulatory due diligence;
  • Conducting research and analysis of latest developments in Higher Education in India and abroad, including in the field of Digital Blended Learning and Education Rankings;
• Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;
• Participating in all activities of Institution-Building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned.

Structure and Reporting

The Senior Associate – Legal & Regulation will report to the Chief – Legal & Regulation or to any other person designated by the Chief – Legal & Regulation at IIHS, and will collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/ organisations, and students.

Person Specification

We are looking for a competent and efficient lawyer with the below qualifications:

• A minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Law;
• At least 5 years of work experience in relevant areas, including preferably, experience of dealing with legal and regulatory issues in the not-for-profit sector;
• Excellent analytical skills and a high degree of proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel;
• Excellent communication skills in written English;
• Good communication skills and fluency in Hindi/Kannada (written and spoken);
• Ability to undertake rigorous research on contracts, labour law, taxation law, privacy/date protection legislation, case law, institutional structures and relevant legislative matters, with pronounced evidence of strong drafting and transactional skills;
• Competence to understand law in contexts and propose iterative solutions;
• Expertise to assist with litigation related matters;
• Ability to work in a highly inter-disciplinary team and under strict and frequent deadlines;
• Professional experience in dealing with Government agencies/entities.

This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

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Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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About the Communications and Design Function

The Communications and Design Function cuts across and works closely with all programmes and schools within IIHS. As custodian of the brand, the function is responsible for IIHS’ reputation through its communication efforts to external stakeholders and audiences. The function supports IIHS through marcomm strategies, including but not limited to communication, content and visual design strategies; across its schools, programmes, projects and events; through consistent and quality outputs, all the way from ideation, execution, feedback and learning.

Job Description

IIHS is looking for an experienced Digital Marketing professional to lead and help manage the digital marketing function and expand the influence of its pioneering urban transformation work. The role involves the use of advanced digital strategies through actionable digital content and campaigns to reach multiple stakeholders and audiences, as appropriate to IIHS’ schools, programmes and projects.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Developing and executing integrated digital marketing strategies tailored to education, research dissemination, capacity development, practice, and digital blended learning;
• Conducting detailed market, competitor, and audience research to identify opportunities and design impactful campaigns;
• Analysing current digital channels and selecting platforms that align with audience needs and institutional goals;
• Analysing existing digital marketing tools and making a business case for investments to ensure optimal usage;
• Guiding creation and execution of high-quality content (landing pages, video, social posts, Infographics, newsletters) as per the platform and campaign requirements, ensuring clear messaging on IIHS’ schools, programmes, projects and events;

• Coordinating, planning, and managing email marketing, paid advertising, and SEO/ SEM to boost engagement and conversions including objectives, audience, content, channel mix, checklists, testing and optimisation and budget assumption linked to the KPIs;

• Tracking campaign performance using analytics; interpreting data to optimise strategies, adjust budgets, and report on ROI;

• Collaborating with teams of designers, writers, web developers and external vendors to deliver cohesive campaigns;

• Co-developing and ensuring adherence to digital narrative building, brand guidelines and online reputation management;

• Staying updated on evolving digital marketing tools and approaches and incorporating new tools and techniques into strategy;

• Assigning roles and responsibilities amongst the Communications and Design team, tracking outputs and outcomes in a timely manner, and assisting in performance reviews and improvement plans;

• Supporting internal capacity building as needed, including the use of Al for marketing, to improve efficiency, speed, and quality of outputs;

• Creating and implementing SOPs and guides related to all the major areas of work described above;
• Fostering relationships and communicating effectively with other teams at IIHS to help with their digital outreach plans, creating briefs for efficient delivery and designing debriefs and analytics dashboards to present to other internal stakeholders;

• Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;

• Participating in all activities of institution building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and travelling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

This position will report to the Head – Communications and Design at IIHS and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/ organisations, and students.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• A Bachelor’s/ Master’s degree in Marketing, Media;
• At least 15 years of work experience, with at least 8+ years of established experience in Digital Marketing;
• Strong Digital Marketing knowledge and understanding of the full marketing cycle and the customer journey;
• Proven ability to lead digital campaigns, with a portfolio to showcase achievements;
• Excellent analytical thinking, data literacy, and the ability to leverage insights for campaign optimisation;

• High proficiency in digital tools and platforms: CMS, Google Analytics, social media, CRM, Project management tools like Notion and Jira;
• Working knowledge of what it takes to create good marketing assets like videos, web  pages, banners and emails;
• Superior communication skills to collaborate with internal teams and engage with  external stakeholders;
• Outstanding project management and process designing abilities to deliver campaigns and assets on time and within budget;
• Digital creativity and innovative storytelling skills to highlight urban impact would be an advantage; also data visualisation to present to senior stakeholders for driving actions;
• Adaptability and the willingness to quickly learn new platforms, tools, and approaches;
• Leadership for team coordination, training, and adherence to systems and processes;
• Flexibility and strategic agility to adjust marketing plans based on analytics and organisational needs;

• Commitment to ongoing skill and knowledge improvement, particularly relating to digital outreach in the development/ not-for-profit environment:
• Candidates with digital marketing experience in the developmental/ social impact, education, research, or policy-driven organisations would be at an advantage.

What We Offer

• A vibrant, collaborative, and intellectually rich work culture;
• An established team of professionals and support within the function that is hiring;
• Ample opportunities for learning, experimentation and growth;
• Competitive salary and professional development opportunities.

This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

Apply Now

Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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About the Communications and Design Function

The Communications and Design Function cuts across and works closely with all programmes and schools within IIHS, handling content, branding and visual design strategies and execution of all communication products, and is responsible for helping maintain institutional reputation.

Job Description

IIHS is looking for a seasoned and versatile communications professional with experience, or an interest, in the development sector to create, manage and help implement plans and programmes to reach out to multiple stakeholders and wider networks, with a focus on enhancing institutional reputation.

The communications mandate will involve in-depth learning and understanding of the schools, programmes, functions and labs at IIHS. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of communications principles, exceptional writing skills, and a proven track record of successfully managing projects and teams. This role offers the opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping and amplifying IIHS’ messaging to key stakeholders.

This is a contractual engagement for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent, and with the potential to turn into a regular position over time.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Working closely with the Head – Communications and Design, and assisting in the development and implementation of long-term and project-based communications strategies;
• Collaborating with key stakeholders to address communication needs, target audiences, and messaging priorities;
• Helping manage and produce content to engage and educate audiences across various channels;
• Contributing to and helping create social media strategies across multiple channels, both organic and paid;
• Ensuring that the IIHS website is kept current;
• Coordinating between teams across IIHS for seamless flow and exchange of information necessary to develop communication plans and collateral;
• Helping drive events and campaign rollouts, both internal and external;
• Assisting with media relations mandates as and when they become relevant;
• Taking up any additional responsibility that may be set from time to time;
• Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;
• Participating in all activities of institution building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and travelling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The Communications Specialist will be an External Consultant coordinating with the Head – Communications and Design or with any other person designated by the Head, to deliver high impact ideas, plans and campaigns and work closely with other teams across IIHS to  collaboratively think through and implement communications strategies, media relations, social and digital media and content services.

Person Specification

The communications specialist shall have:

• A Master’s degree in marketing, communications, journalism or related field;
• 6-8 years of relevant communications experience, including experience with digital communications;
• Proven experience with communications research and strategy; media relations; content design for various audiences; digital engagement best practices;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Knowledge of social media platforms to help with campaign and outreach planning; proficiency with analytics and the ability to draw inferences to develop key learnings and takeaways;
• Experience in the development sector, content strength and design understanding would be added advantages for this role.

The ideal candidate shall have these personal traits:

• Be a team player with a positive can-do attitude and the ability to work independently to produce high quality work products;
• Have the competence to handle multiple tasks and teams;
• Have the ability to work collaboratively; be professional, well organised and result oriented with an eye for detail;
• Be flexible and able to work cooperatively under pressure;
• Have the ability and desire to stay updated on what is happening within and across IIHS, and the industry;
• Have demonstrated managerial and leadership skills, reflecting in the ability to lead the planning and execution of projects; effectively manage timelines and stakeholders; and mentor younger team members to enable their professional learning and growth.

This is a contractual engagement for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent, and with the potential to turn into a regular position over time. This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

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Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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About the Design Team

The Design team at the IIHS works closely with all programmes within the institution and handles the branding & visual design of all communication material. They work on the design and branding of a range of collaterals that include posters, brochures and all IIHS websites. The team also handles the visual communication and branding for all events and conferences conducted by IIHS.

Job Description

We are seeking a talented and experienced visual and graphics design associate to join our dynamic design team. This position will play a key role in creating visually compelling and engaging designs that align with our brand identity and communications objectives. The role requires a creative mindset, strong attention to detail, and a passion for producing high-quality visual content.

This is a contractual engagement for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent, and with the potential to turn into a regular position over time.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Graphic Design: Creating and designing visual content for a variety of digital and print media, including but not limited to books, reports, infographics, social media graphics, event collateral, presentations, and advertisements;
• Brand Consistency: Ensuring that all design work aligns with IIHS’ brand guidelines and maintaining a consistent visual identity across all channels;
• Collaboration: Collaborating closely with the design team, marketing team, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements and deliver on design briefs;
• Concept Development: Participating in brainstorming sessions and contributing innovative design ideas that drive engagement and resonate with the target audience;
• Visual Assets Management: Maintaining a well-organised library of visual assets, including images, icons, and templates for easy access and utilisation by the team;
• Design Software Proficiency: Utilizing industry-standard design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) to create and edit graphics, illustrations, and other visual content;
• Quality Assurance: Conducting thorough reviews, including proofreading, to ensure that all design work meets quality standards and is error-free;
• Deadline Management: Managing multiple design projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines, and communicating effectively with team members about project status;
• Trends and Innovation: Staying up-to-date with design trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to continually enhance design skills and creativity;
• Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;
• Participating in all activities of Institution-Building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and travelling on IIHS work within the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The associate will be an External Consultant coordinating with the Head – Communications and Design at IIHS or with any other person designated by the Head, and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and where needed, external individuals/organizations, and students.

Person Specification
The ideal candidate should have:

• A Design/ Art school background with a Graduate or Post Graduate degree in Graphic design, Visual Communication or a related discipline;
• Proven experience in graphic design, with 4-6 years of relevant work experience and the ability to work independently;
• A strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of design projects and a keen eye for aesthetics;
• Proficiency in industry-standard design software, such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign);
• Excellent understanding of typography, color theory, and layout principles;
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality design work;
• Good language proficiency in English, Kannada or Hindi; effective communication and collaboration skills; excellent inter-personal skills and the ability to work with inter-disciplinary teams;
• Strong time management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment;
• Knowledge of web design principles and UI/UX design concepts; this would be a plus;
• Added advantage: Photography, Drawing/Sketching, Animation, Knowledge of HTML, Web-programming, WordPress or any CMS based web applications and Hosting sites on FTP.

This is a contractual engagement for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent, and with the potential to turn into a regular position over time. This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

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Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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About IIHS Campus Development

The IIHS main campus is located on a 54-acre freehold site at Kengeri, Bengaluru. The digitally augmented buildings and facilities, slated to be built over three phases, are expected to enable interdisciplinary teaching-learning, research and practice, and demonstrate the best examples of Indian design and traditional crafts. The campus will aim to provide students and researchers with the opportunity to immerse themselves in and innovate around India’s core urban challenges.

The Campus Development team focuses on design, procurement, execution, and documentation activities at the IIHS Kengeri site. The work includes contract administration, design coordination, project management and handover of facilities to the IIHS Administration team.

Joining the Campus Development team at IIHS offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of building one of India’s most ambitious, eco-friendly and sustainable campuses. Situated in the upcoming Kengeri area of Bangalore, the project is deeply rooted in principles of net neutrality and long-term environmental stewardship targeting factor five infrastructure.

As part of this fast-paced and dynamic process, you will gain hands-on experience and unparalleled exposure to interdisciplinary collaborations spanning architecture, urban planning, environmental science, engineering, and more. The role is designed to accelerate your professional growth, offering meaningful engagement with cutting-edge practices in sustainable development. We are looking for candidates passionate about building a better future and eager to shape a living, learning campus from the ground up. Join this team if you are interested in a purpose-driven career.

Job Description

IIHS is looking to hire a senior MEP engineer with around 7-9 years of work experience. This is a regular full-time position based out of Bengaluru. The incumbent will be a part of the Campus Development team but will need to work in close collaboration with other teams at IIHS, particularly with the IoT and Sustainable Energy Labs, and the Operations teams.

The engineer is expected to oversee and supervise execution, maintenance and operation of all Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) work related to the IIHS Kengeri campus. S/he will help schedule, plan, forecast, resource, procure and manage all relevant activities to ensure project quality, timeliness, and regulatory compliance.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Understanding the design intent and requirements from stakeholders and translating them into bill of quantities (BoQ) and cost estimates;
• Working with the stakeholders and consultants, to draw up specifications, schematics, drawings, BoQs etc;
• Using AI, IoT and other digital tools to design, evaluate in detail, and monitor performance of MEP equipment, systems and sub systems to create high performance buildings/ campus;
• Liaising with local authorities for the approval of MEP service drawings and service connections;
• Coordinating with vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure work is done as per design intent and specifications;
• Ensuring that the installation, inspection and testing of all the MEP equipment, fittings and work implemented, meets the specification and the consultant requirements;
• Determining site material requirements in advance, including requirements in requisitions for procurement issued by consultants, coordinating with the procurement engineer / project manager for timely placement of orders;
• Aiding in supplier-site co-ordination for site handling, storage installation and commissioning;
• Verifying the accuracy of measurements for billing and approving the final billings;
• Organising and participating in site meetings, reviewing inspection schedules;
• Adhering to the Health Safety Security Environment (HSSE) checklist and witnessing commission testing of systems along with the consultant;
• Implementing site HSSE policy and preparing the Job Safety Analysis (JSA); possessing complete awareness of the Permit to Work (PTW) system; ensuring that all health, safety and legal requirements are being met throughout the process;
• Preparing status reports and regularly monitoring budgets, contractors and schedules;
• Maintaining accurate records and an electronic database of all elements of the projects, preparing the project management plan in coordination with other stakeholders on Primavera P6/ Microsoft Projects/BIM tools;
• Ensuring daily project monitoring and regular progress reporting including identifying potential risks and constraints and developing a mitigation mechanism; supporting the Project Manager and ensuring timely addressing of project contractual deliverables;
• Coordinating with other project personnel to ensure that deadlines, procedures, and other project requirements are met;
• Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;
• Participating in all activities of Institution-Building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and travelling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• A Master’s degree in Electrical/ Mechanical Engineering;
• 7-9 years of relevant experience; prior experience as a project engineer on large scale building and infrastructure projects will be an advantage;
• Practical knowledge of mechanical/ electrical/ plumbing engineering principles, SCADA systems, practices and methods, environmental regulations, engineering project management methods, workplace safety, budgeting, employee supervision and personnel management;
• Experience in the field of engineering, procurement and operations;
• General understanding of building codes, mechanical codes, electrical codes and plumbing codes as they relate to the construction stage/ phase of project;
• Effective verbal and written communication skills;
• Flexibility and the ability to work well in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary environment;
• Competency in handling simultaneously occurring tasks and smaller projects;
• Excellent organisational and team working skills; the ability and willingness to work in close collaboration with other teams to meet common institutional goals;
• Experience of working in BIM tools will be an added advantage;
• Software skills:
  • AutoCAD/ Revit BIM/ Any other BIM platform;
  • MS Office;
  • MS Project;
  • ETAP (desirable).

This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based at the IIHS Kengeri campus, Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

Apply Now

Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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About the IIHS Campus Development

The IIHS campus is located on a 54-acre site at Kengeri, Bengaluru, situated between a 500-acre reserve forest and an 800-year-old 150-acre lake. Its digitally augmented buildings and facilities, slated to be built over multiple phases, will enable interdisciplinary teaching-learning, research and practice and demonstrate the best examples of Indian design and crafts. The campus will provide faculty, students, and researchers with the opportunity to immerse themselves in and innovate around India’s core urban challenges.

The campus features a robust, integrated digital infrastructure and services network supported by various sensors and other IoT devices to enable cost-effective high performance and long-term sustainability. This will be enabled via an intelligent digital twin to integrate building and campus -wide services to assist in predictive operations and maintenance.

The IIHS Campus Development team focuses on the design, procurement, executionand documentation of the development of the IIHS Kengeri Campus. Joining the Campus Development team at IIHS offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of building one of India’s most ambitious, sustainable and climate-resilient campuses. Situated in the upcoming areas of Kengeri Bengaluru, it is deeply rooted in principles of net neutrality and long-term environmental stewardship targeting Factor Two to Four infrastructure and services and ecological conservation. It also includes a range of iconic buildings and facilities including the largest urban reference Library in Asia, a Metropolitan museum and ecological Interpretation centre, a multi-material and advanced technology Maker Centre, a specialised Kitchen that uses a green supply chain and a future Convention Centre and Incubation Centre.

As part of this fast-paced and dynamic team, you will gain hands-on experience and unparalleled exposure to interdisciplinary planning, design and implementation spanning various technology domains, architecture, urban design, planning, ecological and environmental design, ICT and IoT. The role is designed to accelerate your professional development, offering meaningful engagement with cutting-edge practices in sustainable development. We are looking for candidates passionate about building a better future and eager to shape a living, learning campus from the ground up. Join this team if you are interested in a purpose-driven career.

Job Description

IIHS is looking to hire an architect with a specialization in interior design with around 8 years of work experience, with a strong experiential-base in Indian crafts traditions and their integration with advanced ICT and manufacturing technology. This position will be part of the Campus Development team at IIHS based out of Kengeri, Bengaluru. The responsibilities for this role will involve supporting interior design planning and execution activities, including but not restricted to design development, detailed drawings, 3D models, site supervision, as-built drawings and analysis of various sustainability parameters. The work will also involve direct architectural intervention as per regular business practices, as well as research, publications, prototyping, and creation of policies, standards and guidelines.

This will be a contractual position for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Conducting market research on current practices, standards, and innovations in sustainable interior design, furniture and associated fittings and fixtures, in collaboration with relevant stakeholders;
• Developing comprehensive interior design concepts, a ranging material palettes and lighting designs for academic , research and residential spaces;
• Developing theme-based interior design for specialized spaces, drawing on a wide range of Indian craft traditions across materials such as wood, bamboo and rattan, terracotta and ceramics, stone, metals, and textiles from across the country;
• Demonstrating design and execution experience in furniture using sustainable and upcycled materials through in-house production or in-sourced supply;
• Preparing detailed design drawings for furniture, including joinery and hardware specifications; producing 3D models using SketchUp, Rhino, or Revit, along with renderings and scaled physical models to facilitate design communication and BIM coordination; expertise in BIM is highly valued;
• Coordinating with the IIHS team and external stakeholders for both proposed and ongoing interior and furniture activities at the campus site, ensuring all deadlines, procedures and project requirements are met;
• Collaborating with the procurement team to oversee production or sourcing of interior fit-out and furniture items, ensuring alignment with project budgets and aesthetic goals;
• Liaising with carpenters, fabricators and contractors for execution and site supervision of works;
• Assisting in documenting campus development activities related to interiors and contributing to the preparation of teaching and learning materials, including life – cycle analysis;
• Organising workshops and consultations with key stakeholders;
• Contributing to the modelling and setup of the Makers’ Centre to support hands-on training in carpentry and other interior works;
• Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations, and others;
• Participating in all activities of Institution-Building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and traveling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The architect will be an External Consultant coordinating with the Lead, Campus development at IIHS and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/organizations, and students.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• A professional degree in Architecture and/ or a Master’s in Architecture/ Interior design;
• Around 8 years of prior experience, preferably in the interior design and execution for interiors for sustainable buildings;
• Working experience in Revit and Rhino platforms in addition to AutoCAD, SketchUp, InDesign, and Photoshop;
• Demonstrable knowledge of sustainable building practices and methods, embodied energy analysis and life – cycle analysis;
• An understanding of building codes, environmental regulations, and green building rating systems;
• The willingness to travel from time to time as per project requirements;
• Effective verbal and written communication skills;
• Flexibility and the ability to work well in a fast-paced environment;
• Competence in handling simultaneously tasks and smaller projects;
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to be a team player;
• Software skills
  • Revit, Rhino, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign;
  • MS office;
  • Model making;
  • 3ds Max (optional).

This is a contractual engagement for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent. This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Kengeri, Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

Apply Now

Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

Download Job Description Document

About IIHS Campus Development

The IIHS main campus is located on a 54-acre freehold site at Kengeri, Bengaluru. The digitally-augmented buildings and facilities, slated to be built over three phases, are expected to enable interdisciplinary teaching-learning, research and practice, and demonstrate the best examples of Indian design and traditional crafts. The campus will aim to provide students and researchers with the opportunity to immerse themselves in and innovate around India’s core urban challenges.

The Campus Development team focuses on design, procurement, execution, and documentation activities at the IIHS Kengeri site. The work includes contract administration, design coordination, project management and handover of facilities to the Facility Management team.

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Planning Engineer with 4 to 6 years of relevant experience to join our dynamic team. The incumbent will be responsible for planning, scheduling, coordinating, and monitoring construction projects to ensure that they are completed on time, within budget, and according to specifications.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Project Planning  and Scheduling:
  • Developing and maintaining project schedules using tools such as Primavera P6 or MS Project;
  • Collaborating with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to define project objectives, deliverables, and timelines;
  • Identifying critical path activities and ensuring that resources are allocated appropriately to meet project deadlines;

• Leveraging AI tools and BIM for efficient project management;

• Resource Management:

• • Assessing project resources, including labour, materials, and equipment, and developing detailed resource-loaded schedules;
  • Monitoring resource usage to ensure that any adjustments or changes to resource allocation are reflected in the project schedule;
• Monitoring and Reporting:
  • Tracking project progress against the schedule and identifying any delays or potential issues;
  • Providing regular updates and reports on project status, including earned value analysis (EVA) and progress curves;
  • Conducting time-impact analysis and advising on corrective actions to mitigate delays;

• Risk and Issue Management:

• • Identifying potential risks and issues related to the project schedule and suggesting mitigation;
  • Implementing risk management plans and participating in project review meetings to update the team on project risks;

• Cost Control and Budgeting:

• • Collaborating with cost engineers to align project schedules with budget estimates;
  • Monitoring costs associated with changes in the schedule and providing input for cost forecasting;

• Coordination and Communication:

• • Ensuring seamless communication between different departments (engineering, procurement, construction, and subcontractors) to maintain alignment with the project schedule;
  • Participating in project planning meetings and representing the planning function in project reviews;

• Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;

• Participating in all activities of Institution-Building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and traveling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The planning engineer will report to the Lead – Campus Development at IIHS and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/ organizations, and students.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field;
• 4 to 6 years of experience in project planning, scheduling, and construction management;
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and/ or other project management software;
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, processes, and materials;
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) principles;

• Familiarity with industry standards, regulations, and codes;
• Strong organizational and time management skills;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• The ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, and also independently when needed;
• Professional certifications such as PMI-SP (Scheduling Professional) or PMP (Project Management Professional) will be an advantage;
• Experience with large-scale infrastructure projects or commercial or residential construction would be preferred;
• Knowledge of BIM (Building Information Modelling) will be an added advantage;
• Software skills –
  • AutoCAD;
  • MS Office;
  • MS Project;
  • REVIT BIM.

This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based at the IIHS Kengeri campus, Bengaluru, and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

Apply Now

Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

Download Job Description Document

About IIHS Campus Development

The IIHS main campus is located on a 54-acre freehold site at Kengeri, Bengaluru. The digitally-augmented buildings and facilities, slated to be built over three phases, are expected to enable interdisciplinary teaching-learning, research and practice, and demonstrate the best examples of Indian design and traditional crafts. The campus will aim to provide students and researchers with the opportunity to immerse themselves in and innovate around India’s core urban challenges.

The Campus Development team focuses on design, procurement, execution, and documentation activities at the IIHS Kengeri site.  The work includes contract administration, design coordination, project management and handover of facilities to the IIHS Administration team.

Joining the Campus Development team at IIHS offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of building one of India’s most ambitious, eco-friendly and sustainable campuses. Situated in the upcoming Kengeri area of Bangalore, the project is deeply rooted in principles of net neutrality and long-term environmental stewardship targeting factor five infrastructure.

As part of this fast-paced and dynamic process, you will gain hands-on experience and unparalleled exposure to interdisciplinary collaborations spanning engineering, architecture, urban planning, environmental science, and more. The role is designed to accelerate your professional growth, offering meaningful engagement with cutting-edge practices in sustainable development. We are looking for candidates passionate about building a better future and eager to shape a living, learning campus from the ground up. Join this team if you are interested in a purpose-driven career.

Job Description – Site Engineer

IIHS Campus Development is looking to hire a project engineer with around 3 to 5 years of work experience. This is a regular full-time position in the Campus Development team, based out of Bengaluru.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Site supervision of the Senior Faculty Housing and Plaza Block;
• Building set-out marking and infrastructure setting out using total station;
• Preparing construction schedules, monitoring and reporting the progress of work;
• Management of site activities and all functions of the project including supervising the progress at site and monitoring the site labour force;
• Determining the site material requirements in advance and co-ordinating with the procurement engineer/ project manager for timely placement of orders;
• Verifying measurements for billing and giving approvals in finalisation of bills;
• Site survey and finalisation of quantity as per execution plan;
• Ensuring daily project report monitoring and project progress including identifying potential risks and constraints, and developing mitigation mechanisms;
• Maintaining an accurate record and electronic database of all elements of the projects;
• Assisting in supplier-site co-ordination for site handling, storage installation and commissioning;
• Making sure that all health, safety and legal requirements are being met throughout the process;
• Participating in IIHS’s teaching programmes, its public conferences and conventions;
• Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;
• Participating in all activities of Institution-Building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and travelling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The site engineer will report to the Lead – Campus Development at IIHS and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/ organisations, and students.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• A professional degree in Civil Engineering with 3-5 years of relevant experience; prior experience in large scale building projects with added skills working in passive buildings using mud blocks/ rammed earth will be given preference;
• Demonstrable knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices and methods, environmental regulations, engineering project management methods, workplace safety, budgeting, employee supervision and personnel management;
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with using personal computers and networking, specifically Microsoft Office, AutoCAD. Knowledge of BIM will be an added advantage;
• Flexibility and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment;
• Competence in handling simultaneously occurring tasks and smaller projects;
• Excellent organisational and team working skills; the ability and willingness to work in close collaboration with other teams to meet common institutional goals;
• Software & Skills
  • AutoCAD,
  • MS office.

This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

Apply Now

Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

Download Job Description Document

About the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Team

Our team is dedicated to developing cutting-edge solutions that address some of the most pressing challenges in sustainability. We are a multidisciplinary team working on projects that integrate AI/ML, renewable energy systems, smart grid technology, water management, waste reduction, e-mobility, and sustainable agriculture. Join us in our mission to create a more sustainable future through innovative technology.

Job Description

The Manager — ICT oversees the institution’s end-to-end technology environment including the data centre, ensuring secure, reliable, and efficient ICT operations. This position manages network performance, system administration, cybersecurity, the Digital Asset Management System, and server environments both on-premises and Azure cloud platforms while ensuring day-to-day IT support, coordinating with vendors and internal teams, and driving continuous improvements to keep campus technology running smoothly and aligned with academic and administrative needs.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Maintaining detailed documentation of ICT infrastructure, layouts, configurations, and project updates;

• Fostering a culture of accountability and customer-focused service;
• Maintaining a strong cybersecurity posture through patching, monitoring, threat mitigation, and endpoint protection;
• Overseeing the network ecosystem, including LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, VPN, and firewalls;
• Ensuring high availability, performance, and security of network services through proactive monitoring, and timely maintenance;
• Managing network configurations, including VLANs, ACLs, routing standards, and bandwidth utilisation;
• Managing the Digital Asset Management server and Data Center functionality;
• Coordinating with vendors for upgrades, AMC support, and technical troubleshooting;
• Managing the IT Helpdesk team, ensuring timely and effective resolution of incidents and service requests;
• Ensuring the smooth functioning of classroom AV systems, smart panels, printers, and shared IT infrastructure;
• Implementing and monitoring security controls such as firewalls, endpoint protection, email security, and identity governance;
• Participating in IT projects and deployments, offering hands-on technical execution and feedback on design decisions;
• Supporting cloud platform administration (Google Workspace / Microsoft 365), including user groups, security settings, and application policies;
• Maintaining and refining IT documentation, SOPs, FAQs, and internal knowledge bases for both IT and end-users;
• Supporting IT security initiatives, including patch compliance, endpoint protection monitoring, phishing incident handling, and security audit readiness;
• Monitoring network performance and assisting in basic network configuration, routing updates, VLANs, and security controls under guidance from the network team;
• Leading system maintenance and upgrade activities, ensuring minimal downtime and proper change management;
• Conducting periodic security audits and ensuring adherence to institutional policies;
• Managing incident response efforts, investigations, and corrective actions;
• Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;
• Participating in all activities of Institution-building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and travelling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The Manager — ICT will report to the Lead — ICT at IIHS, or to any other person designated by the Head —ICT and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/ organisations, and students.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field;

• 10+ years of progressive IT experience, including at least 2 years in a managerial/ supervisory role;

• Any of the following certifications – CCNA/CCNP, MCSE/MCSA, Azure Administrator (AZ-104), ITIL Foundation; this will be considered an advantage;
• Strong expertise in switching, routing, Wi-Fi controllers, network security, and monitoring tools;
• Solid troubleshooting abilities across hardware, software, network, and server layers;
• Hands-on experience with Windows Server, AD, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP;
• Working knowledge of virtualisation (VMware/Hyper-V);
• Strong proficiency in Azure cloud services, hybrid identity, and endpoint management;
• Familiarity with ITSM platforms (Freshservice or equivalent);
• Excellent communication skills, analytical abilities, interpersonal skills;
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail;
• The ability to learn quickly and adapt to new technologies;
• Strong time-management, multitasking, and team-management capabilities;
• Experience in vendor coordination, contract handling, and providing operational support for various IT Infrastructure projects at the campus.

This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bangaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

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Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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Job Description

The position will be based in Bangalore and will be involved in a range of Finance and Accounting related activities of the IIHS operations.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Making cost center–wise entries in the accounting software;
• Handling bills receivable and bills payable;
• Revenue recognition as per accounting standards;
• Fixed assets accounting;
• Maintenance of cash and bank details;
• Document management;
• Tracking of statutory remittances and filing;
• Tracking and managing the control of all expenditures;
• Assisting in internal and statutory audits;
• Payroll processing including input processing;
• Processing bills and checking against delivery and approved purchase orders;
• Reporting of actuals against budget;
• Updating the vendor master and providing information to vendors on payment status;
• Analysis of variance in project budgets and actuals in a preferred format;
• Handling project specific audits;
• Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;
• Participating in all activities of Institution-Building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and travelling on IIHS work within the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The finance associate will report to the Lead – Finance at IIHS and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/ organizations, and students.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• A Graduate degree in the field of Commerce; candidates who have completed CA Inter may also apply;
• 4 – 5 years of relevant experience;
• Exposure to ERP systems, with experience in handling bills receivable, bills payable, payroll accounting, revenue recognition, fixed assets accounting, maintenance of cash and bank, document management, tracking of statutory remittances and filing, tracking of all expenditure & revenue, assisting in Internal and Statutory Audits;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint is a must.

This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India. The candidate should be open for transfers to other locations in future.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

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Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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Job Description

The recruitment specialist will be part of IIHS’s Recruitment team and will help in managing end to end recruitment operations. This is a contractual position based out of Bengaluru for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent, with the potential to turn into a regular position over time.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Supporting talent acquisition efforts by:
  • Sourcing candidates through various channels;
  • Conducting preliminary screening interviews, scheduling and organising functional and other interviews;
  • Initiating and conducting the reference check process, etc.;
• Maintaining the applications database and ensuring record keeping of candidate interviews for periodic reporting; drafting appropriate responses to candidate queries;
• Assisting with the travel and relocation of shortlisted candidates as needed;
• Managing recruitment-related administrative activities like documentation, communication and reporting;
• Updating and maintaining the recruitment process documents and templates for use by the rest of the team;
• Curating Job Descriptions for various positions across the institution;
• Tracking the open positions on the website by coordinating with the Design team;
• Coordinating with recruitment consulting agencies as and when required;
• Presenting recruitment related data for statutory audits and internal purposes on a regular basis;
• Providing support with additional recruitment–related initiatives such as the design and implementation of new systems and tools for process automation;
• Actively contributing to research, networking, outreach, application data capture and analysis, and other activities related to faculty recruitment for the IIHS (Institution Deemed to be) University;
• Extending support from time-to-time on other aspects of the People Function portfolio as required;
• Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;
• Participating in all activities of Institution-Building at IIHS, carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS, and travelling on IIHS work within or outside the country as needed.

Structure and Reporting

The recruitment specialist will be an External Consultant coordinating with the Manager – People Function, and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/ organisations.

Person Specification

The candidate should have:

• A Post Graduate degree in Human Resources or equivalent;
• 1-3 years of relevant experience in recruitment;
• Proficiency in ATS and Microsoft Office;
• Strong listening, communication and interpersonal skills;
• Strong team working skills;
• The openness and aptitude to learn quickly;
• The ability to plan routine tasks and deliver on deadlines in a systematic manner;
• An uncompromising work ethic characterized by commitment, rigour, and strong attention to detail.

This is a contractual position for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent, with the potential to turn into a regular position over time. This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations as required.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

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Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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Job Description

The Associate – HSE Operations will support the implementation of Health Safety and Environment (HSE) systems at IIHS. The role focuses on ensuring statutory compliance, conducting inspections, supporting contractor safety management, maintaining documentation, assisting in training programmes, and promoting a safe campus environment.

The position is execution-oriented and reports to the Manager – HSE Operations. This could be either a regular position or an 11-month contractual engagement, renewable on mutual consent, with the potential to turn into a regular position over time.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Assisting in maintaining HSE legal compliance records and statutory documentation;
• Conducting routine safety inspections across construction areas, kitchens, hostels, offices, and vendor work zones;
• Supporting risk assessments and tracking corrective actions;
• Monitoring contractor safety compliance and PPE usage;
• Conducting and supporting toolbox talks, safety inductions, and awareness sessions;
• Assisting with incident reporting, documentation, and corrective action follow-up;
• Supporting emergency preparedness activities including mock drills and fire safety checks;
• Managing multiple vendors across projects;
• Preparing periodic safety reports and maintaining inspection dashboards;
• Undertaking additional responsibilities assigned by the Manager – HSE;
• Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;
• Participating in all activities of Institution-building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and traveling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The HSE associate will report to the Manager – HSE Operations at IIHS and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/ organisations, and students.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• A Diploma or a Bachelor’s degree in Technology or Engineering, or  graduate degree in Science (with safety exposure); a Diploma in Industrial Safety (DGFASLI / State-recognised) would be preferable;
• 5–6 years of relevant HSE experience (construction preferred);
• Knowledge of safety standards and compliance requirements;
• Strong documentation and reporting skills;
• Good communication and coordination abilities;
• Strong networking skills , with ability to interact with all stakeholders of the organization;
• The willingness to work in rotational shifts, extended hours, weekends, or during emergencies as required by operational needs;
• Fluency in English and Kannada preferred; Hindi would be required for a site-facing role.

This could be either a regular position or a 11- month contractual engagement, renewable on mutual consent, with the potential to turn into a regular position over time. This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Kengeri, Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

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Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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Job Description

IIHS is looking for a qualified and experienced culinary specialist, knowledgeable in  bakery preparation, to support campus dining operations. The position involves preparation of nutritious meals and bakery products for students, faculty, and staff while ensuring quality, hygiene, and efficient kitchen operations in accordance with institutional standards.

This will be a contractual position for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Preparing and supervising daily food production for campus dining facilities;
• Producing a variety of bakery and confectionery items such as breads, buns, cakes, pastries, cookies, and desserts to meet campus requirements;
• Monitoring bakery production schedules and ensuring the timely availability of fresh products;
• Assisting in menu planning ensuring balanced nutrition and variety suitable for students and staff;
• Maintaining consistency in food quality, taste, and presentation;
• Ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards as per FSSAI and university guidelines;
• Managing inventory, storage, and stock rotation using FIFO practices;
• Coordinating with procurement for raw material planning;
• Supervising kitchen assistants and support staff for smooth daily operations;
• Maintaining cleanliness and proper upkeep of kitchen and bakery equipment;
• Implementing cost control measures and minimising food wastage;
• Supporting university events, conferences, and special functions requiring food and bakery services.

Structure and Reporting

The culinary specialist will be an External Consultant coordinating with the Manager — Administration at IIHS and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams, external individuals/ organisations, and students.

Person Specification

An ideal candidate should have:

• A Diploma or Degree in Hotel Management, Culinary Arts, or Bakery and Confectionery from a recognised institute;
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in institutional catering, hotels, or large-scale food production units;
• Practical knowledge of bakery production and bulk cooking operations;
• Knowledge of food safety standards and kitchen hygiene practices;
• Ability to work in a structured institutional environment;

• Strong culinary and bakery preparation skills;
• Team supervision and coordination ability with time management and production planning skills;
• Commitment to quality and service excellence;
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

This is a contractual engagement for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent. This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Kengeri, Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

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Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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Job Description

The front desk executive will be responsible for efficiently and effectively dealing with all front desk activity at the IIHS Delhi office, including the handling of visitors, phone calls and courier packages.

This is a contractual position for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Greeting visitors and ensuring that they have a pleasant and comfortable experience in the reception area;
• Receiving phone calls and maintaining proper records of all incoming and outgoing call traffic;
• Staying updated on all Institutional activities and programs, as needed to handle queries and respond effectively at the front desk;
• Providing support during events and senior delegate visits;
• Handling all courier and postal related queries, managing the concerned vendors, and submitting the invoices on time to the billing desk;
• Assessing the status of housekeeping activities and alertness of security staff on an ongoing basis;
• Ensuring the seamless procurement of printed materials for IIHS projects and initiatives, and vendor management of printing material suppliers; this includes the processing of vendor invoices and ensuring timely payments as relevant;
• Joining the location Admin manager during briefings of the support staff;
• Maintaining MIS on any Administrative processes as assigned by the Supervisor; providing timely updates and maintaining proper periodicity of reporting;
• Checking the correctness of all security registers being maintained at the site;
• Taking up any additional responsibility that the Supervisor may set from time to time;
• Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others;
• Participating in all activities of Institution-Building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and travelling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed.

Structure and Reporting

The front desk executive will be an External Consultant coordinating with the Senior Manager – Administration at IIHS Delhi and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/ organisations, including IIHS students from time to time as relevant.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with 3-5 years of relevant work experience;
• A proven track record in seamlessly handling front desk activities, including call receiving and tracking;
• A pleasing personality with the ability to handle pressure gracefully;
• The ability to maintain MIS on key administrative processes, with competency in MS excel;
• Experience in handling Housekeeping and Security staff, including their schedules and day to day work;
• Confidence as a speaker and alertness as a listener;
• Punctuality and meticulousness in all aspects of their work;
• Ease of communicating in and comprehending English and Hindi.

This is a contractual engagement for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent. This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Delhi and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

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Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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Job Description

This is an onsite role where accommodation will be provided to the incumbent at the students’ hostel. We are looking for a proactive, empathetic, and organised resident executive to be the point of contact for students residing at our partner accommodation facility. The person will play a critical role in enhancing the students’ living experience by understanding and addressing their concerns, ensuring smooth coordination with the accommodation property management team, monitoring timely payments, and supporting students during emergencies.

This will be a contractual position for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent.

Activities and Tasks

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

1. Student Engagement and Support:

• Acting as the primary point of contact for student residents;
• Regularly interacting with students to understand their needs, concerns, or grievances related to accommodation services ensuring their safety and wellbeing;
• Maintaining a log of issues raised, and ensure timely follow-ups and resolution;

2. Liaison with the Accommodation Service Partner:

• Coordinating with the accommodation service partner’s property management team to address maintenance, facilities, and service-related issues;
• Ensuring that the partner’s commitments on service quality and living standards are met consistently;

3. Rent and Payment Monitoring:

• Tracking rental payments and utility bill clearances by students;
• Generating periodic reports on payment status and highlighting any gaps or delays to the University Administration for necessary action;

4. Emergency and Crisis Management:

• Acting as the primary on-site contact to manage unpredictable emergencies that may arise during non–academic hours, calling for resourceful, sensitive and balanced handling that prioritizes the safety and wellbeing of students;
• Coordinating with local authorities, healthcare providers, and the University’s support teams as needed;
• Keeping contact lists and emergency protocols up to date;

5. Reporting and Coordination:

• Preparing weekly and monthly reports on student issues, rent collections, and other operational matters;
• Collaborating with the University Administration Team to enhance student well-being and ensure policy compliance.

Structure and Reporting

The resident executive at the student accommodation will report to the Lead – Administration (university operations) at IIHS and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/ organisations, and students.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in any field;
• Preferably, prior experience in student housing, customer service, or residential operations;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
• An empathetic, approachable, and solution-oriented attitude;
• The ability to remain calm and efficient in emergencies or high-pressure situations;
• Familiarity with basic reporting tools (MS Excel, Google Sheets, etc.).

This is a contractual engagement for an initial term of 11 months, renewable on mutual consent. This offer is on an exclusive basis, which implies that other professional assignments (whether compensated or not) that bear a potential conflict of interest with IIHS cannot be undertaken.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Location

This position is based in Bengaluru and may entail travel to other locations in India.

Review and Assessment

The role and performance of the incumbent shall be subject to normal review and assessment systems at IIHS.

Diversity Policy

IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions.

Apply Now

Contact

Please write to us at hr@iihs.co.in if you need any clarifications while filling the online application form.

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