Name of Organisation:- Development Alternatives

Position:- Deputy Manager (Knowledge Products)

Qualification:- Master’s Degree in English Literature, Development Communication, Mass Communication or Journalism

Job Type:- Contractual

Domain:- CMD (CC)

Location:- New Delhi (HQ)

No. of Positions:- 01

Experience:- 0 - 2 years

Job description:

We are looking for talented personnel responsible for conducting research, content writing, analysis and development of knowledge and communication products; editing and proofreading of institutional and project deliverables; delivering communication trainings & presentations; developing SOPs for streamlining processes pertaining to these roles; managing the institutional website; supporting knowledge management of projects across different themes; and carrying out any other assignments as identified by his/her supervisor or for fulfilling organisational needs.

Key responsibilities

• Good skills in capturing, documenting, analysing, managing, and disseminating information
• Research and creative content writing for different print and digital outreach platforms
• Support in other knowledge and communication deliverables, as and when required

Key competence/skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong command of English (UK) language and grammar, with an eye for detail
• Ability to deliver creative content and strategise ideas
• Ability to express thoughts clearly, accurately and succinctly
• Team player and leader: ability to build trust and solidarity among fellow team members, and  manage juniors with respect and mentorship

Name of Organisation:- Development Alternatives

Position:- Deputy Manager (Social Media)

Qualification:- Master’s Degree in English Literature, Development Communication, Mass Communication or Journalism

Job Type:- Contractual

Domain:- CMD (CC)

Location:- New Delhi (HQ)

No. of Positions:- 01

Experience:- 0 - 2 years

Job description:

We are looking for talented personnel to administer social media platforms of the Development Alternatives Group. The person would be responsible for creating original content, upload and manage posts, engage followers and increase outreach of the organization. (S)he is expected to be up-to-date with the latest digital marketing trends. (S)he should have excellent communication skills and be able to spread the word creatively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all social media platforms of DA group
• Research, create, edit and share engaging content on daily basis
• Prepare the calendar in advance, in consultation with organization teams
• Monitor SEO and web traffic metrics
• Use analytics to assess progress of social media and ensure better outreach
• Support in other communication deliverables, as and when required

Key competence/skills

• Excellent communication and writing skills
• Ability to deliver creative content
• Knowledge and understanding of Social Media Analytics
• Take initiative in identifying ways to ensure high visibility and reach
• Ability to use editing or design software will be an advantage
• Previous experience of working on social media analytics tools
• Experience of at least 2 years in writing and content development for different social media platforms in the development sector

Name of Organisation:- Development Alternatives

Position:- Junior Software Engineer

Qualification:- Bachelors in Computer Science (B Tech, BCA, MCA)

Job Type:- Contractual / Regular (12 Months)

Domain:- CMD (IT)

Location:- South Delhi (HQ)

No. of Positions:- 01

Experience:- 1 - 2 years

Job Description:

• Minimum 2 years of working experience in Dot Net (C#), MVC, SQL Server, Visual Studio
• Extensive knowledge of website designing/front end design. HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, JQuery, Bootstrap.
• Experience in Vendor Management and Client Meetings.
• Very good communication skills, written and verbal.
• Able to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Able to generate user requirements and documentation of user requirements.
• Good to have knowledge of PHP MySQL with Frameworks like ‘Magento’ & ‘Laravel’. Maintenance of existing projects. 
• Good to have knowledge of MERN stack (Mongo DB, Express, React JS, Node) (Not Mandatory)

Desirable Attributes:-

• Requirement Gathering, Research and Analysis.
• Database, front-end and website design.
• Ensure cross-device and cross-platform compatibility.
• Write code based on functional speci?cations.
• Optimize development for user experience  

Name of Organisation:- Development Alternatives

Position:- Software Engineer

Qualification:- Bachelors in Computer Science (B Tech, BCA, MCA)

Job Type:- Contractual (12 Months)

Domain:- CMD (IT)

Location:- South Delhi (HQ)

No. of Positions:- 01

Experience:- 2 – 4 years

Job Description:

• PHP MySQL with Frameworks like ‘Magento’ &  ‘Laravel’.
• Working experience in Dot Net (C#), MVC, SQL Server, Visual Studio (Maintenance of existing projects)
• Extensive knowledge of website designing/front end design. HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, JQuery, Bootstrap.
• Experience in Vendor Management and Client Meetings.
• Very good communication skills, written and verbal.
• Able to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Able to generate user requirements and documentation of user requirements. 
• Good to have knowledge of MERN stack (Mongo DB, Express, React JS, Node) (Not Mandatory)

Desirable Attributes:-

• Requirement Gathering, Research and Analysis.
• Database, front-end and website design.
• Ensure cross-device and cross-platform compatibility.
• Write code based on functional speci?cations.
• Optimize development for user experience  

Position: Research Coordinator (Field Research)

Qualification:

• Postgraduate in Development Studies / Economics / Public Policy / Any other related discipline
• Sound Knowledge about Natural Resource Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Finance

Job Type: Contract (Renewable in yearly basis)

Location: Patna, Bihar (Ready to travel to Delhi occasionally)

No. of Position: 01

Professional Experience: A minimum of 2 - 3 year of which 1 - 2 years of experience should be related to climate change adaptation/ mitigation and climate finance. involvement in the implementation or preparation of development/ climate finance projects is preferred. Good understanding of Natural Resource Management, Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation, Climate Finance and sustainable development issues. 

Desired Qualifications:

• Experienced in networking with various stakeholders.
• Experience of working with state departments, ministries, financial institutions would be preferable.
• Experienced in literature review, secondary data collection / analysis, technical report writing and presentation.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and oral communication skills in Hindi.
• Good working knowledge of modern telecommunication systems, IT-know-how (MS-Office, Access or other database program).

Skills:

• Independent thinking, planning and designing research initiatives.
•  In-depth understanding of policy environment, development and climate finance, proven editing presentation.
• analytical, written and verbal communication skills, especially in English and verbal communication skill in Hindi.

Specifically, the incumbent should have;

• Experience of working in development sectors (preferably agriculture and water)/ Government departments, towards addressing the rural livelihood/ agricultural/ water sector issues (sustainable use of natural resources, sectoral schemes and policies, climate change adaptation and climate finance).
• Ability to comprehend, critique, analyse and articulate
• Ability to guide and lead the group work, draw conclusions and present the same at national and international forums.
• A national perspective of development work and ability to network
   

Job Description:

• Execution of climate change adaptation finance/ green economy related projects focusing on agricultural and allied sector (including water sector).
• Business development to build Natural Resource Management/ Green Economy/ Green finance portfolio
• Working closely with local/ national/ international stakeholders

Desirable Attributes:

• Practical, problem solver, ready to take initiative, independent researcher.
• Excellent communication, documentation, presentation and report writing skills
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to work under pressure, and manage multiple tasks
• Willingness to travel
• Ability to function effectively as a team member
• Professional attitude