Name of Organization :- The Social Science Institute (MUSSI) at Maynooth University, Ireland

Position :-  Post-doctoral Researcher – Water Treatment Project (PANI WATER : Drinking & Waste Water)

Qualification :- Doctorate in Sociology / Anthropology / Human Geography / Environmental planning OR or with a doctorate from a related social science discipline (GIS working knowledge is highly desirable)

Job Type :- Contractual for 24 Months

Location :- Delhi (Deployed at partner location : Development Alternatives Headquarters)

No. of Position :- 02

Experience :- Previous research experience relevant to the current project

Job Description :-

The social scientist will be based in Ireland & India, employed to carry out an analysis of the social, political, economic and environmental context of drinking and wastewater use, needs and vulnerability in the three specific communities - urban, peri-urban and rural in India.  The post is funded by the Water for our Environment Economy and Society (SC5-12-2018: EU-India water co-operation) Horizon 2020 programme. The PANI WATER consortium represents a collaboration of world-renowned universities, research centres/ organisations and SMEs. The exchange of expertise and knowledge amongst PANI WATER partners is designed to lead to a unified goal of effectively and efficiently translating innovative and affordable solar-driven point-of-use water treatment technologies to end-users in vulnerable communities in the future. The social science component of PANIWATER is led by MUSSI working in partnership with Development Alternatives (DEVALT) in India. Development Alternatives (DA) is a research and action organisation striving to deliver socially equitable, environmentally sound and economically scalable development outcomes. Their green technology innovations for habitat, water, energy and waste management, which deliver basic needs and generate sustainable livelihoods, have reduced poverty and rejuvenated natural ecosystems in the most backward regions of India.

The successful candidate will be appointed to work on the social science component of the programme based at MUSSI (deployed to partner location in New Delhi), which seeks to accelerate the social sustainability impact of drinking water disinfection units and demo/pilot plants set up to recycle sewage for agricultural use in a rural, peri-urban, and urban setting in India. The objectives are to: 

1. Build an integrated understanding and a profound analysis of the social, political, economic and environmental context of water use, needs and vulnerability in the three specific communities - urban, peri-urban and rural. 
2. Assess the water vulnerability and needs of pre-specified communities through a base-line socio-economic survey.  The resulting data will be mapped using GPS and GIS tools. 
3. Identify the relevant governance practices & policies that potentially impact water resources, and in particular the use of technologies for point-of-use drinking water treatment in the pre-specified communities and the sustainability of waste water treatment plants in the context of depleting  resources and changing Climatic conditions.
4. Examine the effect of gender relations on domestic, local and national governance of water resources, on local and household decision-making and on the management and uptake of the benefits of treatment technologies for drinking and wastewater.
5. Build capacity of local actors to engage in equitable and sustainable governance structures and practices by assessing and advising in the three intervention sites.

Desirable Attributes :-

The successful candidate will:

• hold a doctoral degree (PhD) in Sociology, Anthropology or Human Geography, Environmental planning or a related social science discipline; 
• have a proven affinity with sustainable development research, especially concerning inequalities, governance, conflict and policy issues;
• have a proven expertise in quantitative research methods, preferably also in GIS;
• have interest in and experience with multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary research approaches;
• have published or the capacity to publish in international scientific journals;
• have report writing skills
• be well connected to relevant academic partners as well as to stakeholders in society;
• have excellent communication skills and be a team player.
• be prepared to undertake overseas fieldwork
• be prepared to help organise and attend workshops and conferences

Apply online for Job Code 003441 at https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/human-resources/vacancies

Name of Organization :- Development Alternatives

Position :- Manager/Deputy Manager : Climate Change Policy : Communication & Advocacy

Qualification :- Masters in Public Policy/ NRM/ Sociology/ Development Studies/ International Affairs equivalent

Job Type :- Regular

Location :- Delhi

No. of Position :- 01

Experience :- Must have minimum 4 years experience in project management, communication & advocacy of which 2-3  years of experience should be related to climate change adaptation, climate finance and mitigation.  

Job Description :-

Based in New Delhi, India, Planning and Policy Domain (PPD) of DA Group has a mandate to influence and support public policy in the transition towards sustainable development by connecting practice with policy. It develops innovative policy and practice oriented research to guide policymakers and domestic/international leaders, who develop high-impact policies that will address our national/worldwide most pressing Natural Resource Management/ Climate change related challenges. Our focus area are Sustainable Consumption & Production (water, green building material and waste management), Climate Change Resillience (Climate Change Adaptation : water/Agriculture, Climate Finance & SDG-CC Inter Linkages) AND Inclusive Development (Agriculture and FPOs, Access to Housing, Eco-Tourism, Green MSMEs and Jobs, Equity and Res. Efficiancy)

Desirable Attributes :-

Highly Desitable Experience in issues of Paris Agreement, SDGs, NDCs, GCF and other international climate policy processes related projects will be virtuous.

• Experienced in technical report writing and presentation.
• Good working knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), excellent editing & presentation skills, Functional knowledge of GIS would be desirable.
• Organizational Skills: Independent thinker, analytical, written and verbal communication skills, especially in English.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment, balance multiple competing priorities, and operate on short timelines. 

• Experience of working in development sectors / Government departments, towards addressing the rural livelihood issues, sustainable use of natural resources & connecting it to the larger global climate policy
• In-depth understanding of policy environment, climate change adaptation, finance at local, national and international level 
• Experience in networking & working with various stakeholders, including state departments and ministries would be preferable.
• Indepenedently planning and designing research initiatives.
• Willingness to travel.

Name of Organization: - Development Alternatives

Position: - Fellowship in Waste Water Treatment 

Qualification: MSc. (Chemistry / Environmental Sciences) or B.Tech. (Civil / Environmental)

Job Duration: - 12 Months

Location: - Delhi

No. of Positions: - 01

Experience: - 1-2 Years

Job Description:-

Our mission is to provide efficient, effective, and reliable water and wastewater utility services in a manner that respects the natural environment. The works our Wastewater Fellow are responsible for an immediate positive environmental impact on our community.

We are currently looking for a recent graduate with more than one year of experience or an enthusiastic lifelong learner to associate with our Wastewater Innovation Team for the year 2019-20 and assist with field validation and stakeholder engagement.

This is a great opportunity for an energetic, self-starter who is interested in gaining meaningful experience to build a potential environmental career in Wastewater. Why work for us? This is an opportunity to develop your career AND provide a vital service to the community.

Project Implementation:

• Drinking and waste water treatment technologies
• Field validation in rural communities & urban wastewater treatment plants (UWTPs)
• Engagement with stakeholders (communities, beneficiaries, government officials, technical experts & personnel from industries)
• Social impact measurement

Desirable Attributes:-

• Good skills in capturing, analysis, managing, retrieving and disseminating information
• Excellent computer skills & report writing skills
• Good command of English language, both spoken and written
• Teamwork: ability to build trust and respect among fellow team members communication skills:
• Ability to express thoughts clearly, accurately and succinctly in verbal and in writing to different audiences.
• Personal credibility: has high regards for self- discipline, good attendance record, respect punctuality, consistency in work, high integrity and conscience.