Senior Associate

We are seeking a highly motivated ecosystem-based adaptation (EbA) expert to conduct comprehensive ecological analyses and design targeted green infrastructure plans in Bengaluru. The candidate will also assist the team in integrating nature-based solutions (NbS) into climate adaptation strategies, policies, and programmes.

 

Responsibilities

 

• Undertake ecological and environmental analysis of blue-green systems and provide ecosystem-based adaptation (EbA) approaches to address heat stress and facilitate flood regulation in the city.
• Design and formulate EbA-focussed green infrastructure plans at urban ward/zone levels, in alignment with stakeholder feedback.
• Develop planning and implementation scenarios (without NbS, alternative NbS, phased NbS, comprehensive NbS) that cater to different urban development models.
• Integrate emerging methodologies and policies related to urban ecology, sustainable urban landscape design, and NbS to provide informed input into project strategy.
• Produce technical reports, landscape design models, and presentation materials.
• Represent the organisation at relevant forums, conferences, and working groups related to urban resilience and climate adaptation

 

 

Qualifications

 

• Master's degree in landscape architecture, environmental planning, or a related field.

 

 

Experience

 

• 5 to 8 years of experience on biodiversity, climate adaptation, and landscape planning.
• Proven track record of working on multi-stakeholder projects related to urban ecology projects.

 

Skill Set

 

• Strong understanding of ecosystem-based approaches to climate risks and adaptation, including practical applications in the urban ecosystem.
• Applied knowledge of urban ecology, landscape planning, and ecosystem service evaluation in the context of NbS.
• Proficiency in GIS, landscape modelling software (such as ENVI-met, i-Tree, Greenpass, UrbanFootprint), and visualisation tools for urban planning and design.
• Familiarity with national and international ecological and biodiversity frameworks such as those developed by the IUCN, CBD, and other relevant bodies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience in producing technical reports and presentations.
• Ability to work independently and within a cross-disciplinary team, contributing to innovative urban planning solutions.

 

 

Location

 

Bengaluru

 

 

How to apply

 

Please send an email to careers@cstep.in with the subject ‘Application: Senior Analyst (Adaptation and Risk Analysis)’ and attach a copy of your updated CV, as well as a cover letter.