Job Description - B.GREEN Program Coordinator

Position title: B.GREEN Program Coordinator

About B.PAC: The Bangalore Political Action Committee (B.PAC) is a non-partisan citizen's group that aims to improve governance in Bengaluru and enhance the quality of life of every Bengalurean. B.PAC specifically targets good governance practices, integrity and transparency in all arms of the government, improving the quality of infrastructure in the city, and identification and support of strong candidates for public office at all levels. B.PAC works primarily through research, advocacy, capacity building, and on ground solutions in partnership with collaborating organizations across sectors. More: https://bpac.in/

About B.GREEN: B.GREEN is B.PAC’s urban environment and sustainability vertical, focused on advancing environmental sustainability, socio-economic upliftment, climate resilience and quality of life in Bengaluru. Specifically aimed to address Bengaluru’s environment and sustainability challenges, B.GREEN advances comprehensive solutions via research, advocacy, public education, engagement with citizens, civic and community leaders, experts, and organizations across the city. Our programs and projects are aligned with city-level, state-level, national and international sustainable development priorities. More: https://bpac.in/b-green/

Position description: The B.GREEN Program Coordinator (PC) oversees all aspects of the B.GREEN program as well as works collaboratively with other B.PAC team members towards common organizational objectives. One of B.GREEN’s flagship initiatives is the Bengaluru Sustainability Manifesto - a bold citizen vision to realize a greener Bengaluru by 2030. The B.GREEN PC will work independently to drive forward the narrative of a need for more comprehensive long term solutions to Bengaluru’s sustainability crisis, in addition to coordinating short term activities and events to advance knowledge, advocacy, and awareness.

Roles & responsibilities:

• Coordinate all aspects of the the B.GREEN program, and drive the Bengaluru Sustainability Manifesto campaign
• Conduct research to support recommendations for sustainability targets for Bengaluru by 2030
• Organize roundtables, webinars, and in person events (Covid permitting) to facilitate knowledge sharing and public awareness
• Develop content and collateral including documents, presentations, reports, web content, social media content, news articles, press releases, etc., as well as make appearances in conferences, podcasts, etc. to advance the sustainability conversation
• Work closely with government agencies to advocate for sustainability programs, policies, and initiatives
• Build collaborative partnerships with civic leaders, community leaders, resident groups, academia, businesses, nonprofits, etc. to advance knowledge, awareness, and solutions implementation.
• Support other B.PAC team members and activities as needed

Qualifications:

Required:

• Must be passionate about making Bengaluru the greenest city in India
• Undergraduate degree - preferably in the environmental sector
• Minimum 2 years of work experience in the environmental and sustainability field
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (proficient) and Kannada (conversational)
• Research and data analysis
• Excellent written, speaking, and presenting skills, and ability to engage with diverse stakeholders
• Organized and proficient in time management
• Ability to manage multiple projects
• Ability to be nonpartisan in professional capacity and must possess a strong sense of ethics and professionalism.
• Must be open to continuous learning
• Must be able to work remotely effectively as well as travel within Bengaluru (when required and safe)

Preferred:

• 3+ years of work experience in urban sustainability
• Fluency in Kannada
• Self directed and ability to work independently
• Substantial experience/comfort with media, technology, communications, and advocacy
• Fundraising experience

To apply:

Please email your resume, a brief cover letter, and a writing sample to sharath@bpac.in. Position will be open until filled, but looking to hire before the end of 2020.

B.PAC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on gender, gender identity and orientation, age, race, caste, disability, etc.