Responsibilities:

• Develop a five year capacity building strategy for EMBARQ India leveraging strengths and in-house research. The plan should tie to National Capacity building initiative of the Ministry of Urban Development
• Develop a five year internal learning strategy for EMBARQ India to build capacity of existing and new staff
• Design, develop and deliver 3-5 training workshops a year, in partnership with technical staff at EMBARQ India
• Design and organize 3-5 one day conferences a year, In partnership with technical staff at EMBARQ India
• Co-ordinate and negotiate partnerships and participation of EMBARQ India in national level conferences
• Co-ordinate and implement capacity building program for internal staff
• Be responsible for on-boarding and training new staff
• Participate actively in EMBARQ India’s ambitious and innovative growth strategy
• Build and maintain strong network and relationships with key institutions, stakeholders and colleagues throughout India

• 6-10 years experience, some experience should be in the area of capacity building
• Degree, in urban planning, architecture, engineering or related fields preferable. Graduate degree (e.g. Master level) in subject field preferable
• Knowledge, understanding & experience of adult learning styles, learner-centered design principles and educational curriculum design
• Proven track record to design, deliver and evaluate capacity building strategies and solutions
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Good computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) and the Internet
• Capability to learn and use software applications for budgeting, financing, and reporting that are used by EMBARQ and WRI
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Hindi and other Indian regional languages.  Must be fluent in Hindi / possess bilingual fluency in Hindi and English
• Detail-oriented, highly organized
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities and work under pressure with tight deadlines
• Be willing to work in start-up environments, and on projects that have ambiguity
• Provide conceptual leadership for activities performed by multiple staff
• Commitment to EMBARQ’s mission as well as WRI’s mission and values
• Passion for and commitment to sustainable transport, education and capacity building

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