Introduction: Our client is an independent philanthropic organisation, headquartered in London with offices in Nairobi and New Delhi. They work with a wide range of partners seeking to transform the lives of poor and vulnerable children in developing countries. This involves supporting bold ideas to solve seemingly intractable challenges for children. They know that the returns on smart investments in children's early development are very high. So they aim to play a catalytic role as a funder and influencer to deliver urgent and lasting change at scale. Their areas of work include children and mothers- health and nutrition, children's education, deworming and welfare, and smart ways to slow down and stop climate change. They place significant emphasis on quality data and evidence. For most of their grants, they work with partners to measure and evaluate progress to achieve large scale and sustainable impact. They are committed to sharing as much information as possible about what they and their partners are learning. Reason for hire: The organisation is looking to hire a Director Climate-India as a recognised subject-matter expert, to focus on building an impactful portfolio in India, with oversight of existing and new grantees mainly across a range of clean energy issues, including renewable deployment, energy efficiency, air quality, and financing, among others. This influential role will also represent the organisation with NGOs, business, finance, government and other key stakeholders in order to deliver long-term impact on several climate-related programs. Roles & Responsibilities: As a member of the Climate Sector Senior Management Team (SMT) - - Take full and collective accountability for the development and implementation of Climate Sector priorities and plans, ensuring they are aligned to the Foundation Strategy. - As a recognised subject-matter expert in Climate Sector, provide up-to-date, professional advice to the Executive Team and the Organisation Board on related issues, to support the development of Foundation strategies, policies and initiatives. - Take the lead on corporate, cross-cutting initiatives and projects, as required by the Executive Team. - Provide compelling, consistent and united leadership which creates clarity for all staff in the Sector Team and builds a sense of shared accountability for its success and that of the organisation. - Develop and maintain excellent external relationships within the sector specialism, acting at all times as a corporate ambassador for the organisation, to help build the organisation's reputation and profile as a professional, visionary and collaborative philanthropy. - Deputise for the Executive Director, as required. Sector responsibilities Strategy & planning - As a recognised expert in international energy and climate, contribute to the development and review of the Climate Sector 5 year Business Plan, to ensure the organisation is making maximum impact in those areas with the resources available. - Contribute to the development and lead implementation of the relevant aspect of the annual Climate Sector Operational Plan, with a strong focus on India and other key regional areas, to ensure the effective in-year prioritisation of resources and activities. Programme development, delivery & performance - Oversee both the development of successful investment proposals and implementation of high-impact programmes by the team, ensuring the quality, timeliness and strategic alignment of their work to Foundation priorities and objectives. - Allocate and monitor achievement of individual targets for pipeline, new investments & grant draw-down for all relevant team members, to ensure the Climate Team meets its objectives for programme development and delivery. - Conduct regular reviews of investment proposals under development and programmes in delivery, to monitor compliance with agreed due diligence and risk management protocols, ensuring the interests and reputation of the Foundation are appropriately and proportionately protected. Intervene to take corrective action where necessary. - Ensure all investment proposals and programmes are underpinned by appropriate monitoring and evaluation processes and procedures, in accordance with the frameworks and guidance of the EME Team, to enable the development of rigorous evidence and analysis that supports the organisation's advocacy, scaling-up and mainstreaming agendas. - As a recognised subject-matter expert, provide casework advice, specialist guidance and mentoring support to colleagues (within and beyond the team) to deepen the skills, capability and professionalism of the organisation. - In conjunction with the Strategy & Partnerships function, ensure that appropriate procedures and frameworks are in place (in the UK and in-country) to support the effective leveraging and scaling-up of successful programmes and initiatives. - Review the processes and procedures in place across the Climate Team, to identify and implement improved ways of working that increase operational effectiveness and efficiency. - Lead the collection and analysis of team performance data and management information, in accordance with the organisation's corporate frameworks and requirements, to enable timely and effective decision-making and planning. Sector knowledge and profile-building - Proactively maintain extensive external networks with experts and opinion-formers within climate and energy sector, with specific knowledge on South and SE Asianmatters, in order to ensure Climate Sector's work is shaped by the most up-to-date insights and research. - Undertake or commission sector-relevant research and analysis to inform the effective development, delivery and evaluation of programmes and initiatives. - Personally contribute to the development and promotion of high quality thought leadership, PR and marketing materials to raise awareness about the organisation's work within the Climate Sector, ensuring alignment with the Foundation's Communications & Advocacy Strategies. Stakeholder and partner management - In accordance with agreed account management principles and plans, identify, cultivate and manage relationships with nominated key partners/stakeholders, to support the achievement of Foundation and Sector Team objectives in a coordinated manner. - Advise and support more junior colleagues in identifying, negotiating with and managing appropriate programme partners (as required), to enablethe organisation to maximise its philanthropic impact through effective collaboration. Leadership of the team - Set and monitor achievement of performance and personal development objectives for all direct reports, so that a culture of continuous improvement and learning is embedded within the Climate Sector Team. - Provide inspiring and motivational leadership that role models the organisation's values and behaviours, and empowers and enables staff to deliver excellence. Must Haves - Master's degree / Post Graduate or equivalent by experience, within a relevant specialism. - A deep understanding of international energy and climate change policy and political strategy as it relates to India and the broader South, Southeast, and East Asia regions. Awareness of charitable sector governance and decision-making processes. - Policy making experience and/or highly effective advocacy and campaigning skills. - Ability to think at systemic level to develop transformational grant strategies. - Experience of fundraising and/or managing co-funding partnerships. - Experience of identifying and delivering business process improvements. - Proven track record of building and maintaining strategic relationships and working in partnership. - Clear evidence of working effectively as a collaborative and supportive team member at a senior management or top team level. - Excellent financial acumen and proven ability to manage budgets and resources tightly and prudently.

Delhi

Director - Climate - India - NGO 

Director - Climate - India - NGO  ,Job Description for Director - Climate - India - NGO  in Third Sector Partners in  Delhi for (15-25) years of experience. Apply Now!

Job Description for Director - Climate - India - NGO  in Third Sector Partners in  Delhi for (15-25) years of experience. Apply Now!