Overview
Support the Mitigation Branch and UNEP India Office in accelerating investment and knowledge of district cooling in India by supporting the design, advocacy, and operationalisation of a knowledge hub.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide technical expertise, strategic and organizational support for stakeholder engagement, advocacy, knowledge development and dissemination of knowledge and best practices for district cooling in India and globally.
- Support the government of India in accelerating the market and knowledge sharing for energy efficient and climate friendly District Cooling Systems.
- Map and engage stakeholders in India, including urban planners, architects, engineering consulting firms, real estate developers, industry associations, local contractors and facility management companies.
- Develop, refine and disseminate knowledge products, training materials, communication pieces and draft recommendations.
- Organize and technically support capacity building and strategic communication events.
- Coordinate with relevant local and international stakeholders to ensure high quality of outputs.
- Ensure timely delivery of work packages, outputs, and deliverables as outlined in the project work plan.
Required Experience
A minimum of five years of experience in a relevant field of work, preferably with focus on conducting market research, stakeholder mapping and engagement or strategic communication activities. Expertise on India and experience engaging government, industry, finance and academia in India. Advanced experience in communication and stakeholder engagement and management. Experience on district cooling market development in India and engaging multiple stakeholders in project development and partnership building is essential.
Qualifications
A first level university degree recognised by the United Nations.
