I. BACKGROUND:-

Clean Air Asia is an international non-governmental organization leading the regional mission for better air quality, and healthier, more livable cities throughout Asia. Our mission is to reduce air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions in Asia and contribute to the development of a more sustainable, equitable and healthier region. We empower governments and cities by inspiring action and focusing efforts on the planning and implementation of solutions at scale, fostering regional cooperation to address issues of mutual concern, and ensuring the integration of air quality management across sectors and institutions. Our work focuses on implementing solutions that reduce air pollution, its detrimental health impacts and mitigate the climate crisis. We do so by providing policy guidance, building capacity, and making a compelling case for action among stakeholders at city, national, and regional levels. Since 2008, we have been a United Nations-recognized partnership comprised of more than 250 organizations in Asia and internationally, with six Country Networks (Indonesia, Malaysia, Nepal, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, and Vietnam). Our headquarters are in Manila, Philippines, and we have offices in Beijing, China, and New Delhi, India.

We are currently recruiting for a full time Air Quality Specialist to join our dynamic team at Clean Air Asia in Delhi, India. A self-motivated and independent individual with technically-sound knowledge and skills in atmospheric science and air quality management with strong interest in air quality and policy research and communication, and with experience in project management.

II. JOB PURPOSE:-

The Air Quality Specialist will play a key role in the development, implementation, and review of air quality activities and projects of Clean Air Asia in India. He/she is expected to provide the technical guidance to effectively implement the Air Quality and Climate Change Program of Clean Air Asia. The Air Quality Specialist will contribute to strategic planning and provide technical advice/input to help develop Clean Air Asia’s position in current and emerging air quality and climate change issues in India.

IV. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS AND CRITERIA:-

A Master’s degree in Atmospheric Science, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Management, Environmental Economics, Environmental Sociology, Development Management, Chemistry, Meteorology, Engineering or any related discipline. An advanced degree and/or skills related to specific fields is an advantage (e.g., environmental and/or public policy, data science, remote sensing, programming). Relevant PhD degree will be an advantage.
Minimum 5 years of combined work experience on different areas of environmental management and sustainable development, including but not limited to air quality, climate change, energy, policy research, environmental economics, environmental sociology, capacity building, urban development and planning, monitoring and assessment.
International exposure on policy development work is an advantage.
Capable of representing Clean Air Asia at high-level meetings and workshops
Experience in project management and stakeholder coordination
Strong technical writing skills, with the ability to do research, analyze and present data. Having written publications is an advantage.
Excellent English writing skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proven ability to meet deadlines and work on multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to work independently and as part of multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary team
Team player with the ability to contribute more widely to the direction of Clean Air Asia’s program.

V. HOW TO APPLY:-

Kindly submit your application to our portal https://cleanairasia.org/work-with-us/air-quality-specialist-india-office on or before 30^th April 2024. All applicants should state the reasons for their interest in the position, relevant details of qualifications and experience (inclusion of documents/files demonstrating previous and published work is encouraged), and contact details for three referees. We encourage early application as applications will be processed as they are received so the recruiting process may end earlier than the closing date. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.