Job Description

About the Organization : Toxics Link

Toxics Link is an environmental NGO, dedicated to bringing toxics related information into the public domain, both relating to struggles and problems at the grassroots as well as global information to the local levels. We work with other groups around the country as well as internationally in an understanding that this will help bring the experience of the ground to the fore, and lead to a more meaningful articulation of issues. Toxics Link also engages in on-the ground work especially in areas of municipal, hazardous and medical waste management and chemicals safety among others. Working in networks, utilising community outreach and education, policy analysis, research, training and program development, we work at the state and central levels to help create solutions, which are driven by the needs of people

About the Position

We are currently seeking applications from eligible candidates for the above position to coordinate research and advocacy, interventions and campaigns on environmental issues especially related to Waste management.

  Responsibilities

·        To devise specific strategies for program development and implementation.

·        Coordinate a team of professionals working on issues of waste and sustainable development.

·        Support development of specific campaigns on environmental issues, engage with policy analysis and advocacy. 

·        To undertake independent research on environmental issues, analyse information and data.

·        To conceive and organize training and capacity building workshops.

·        To represent Toxics Link in various national and international fora.

·        Identifying donors and drawing up proposals

Qualification

·        At least 3 years experience of working on environmental issues.

·        A post graduate or higher degree in a relevant discipline or in Environmental Sciences from a reputed University.

·        The capacity to work independently, take initiative, kick-start a program and recommend implement as well as monitor programs and projects. Good networking and coordinating skills.

Key Competencies

·        Coordination / Relationship management

·        Project management

·        Analytical skills

·        Budget Management

·        Communication Skills – both oral and written

Please email detailed CV along with cover letter to snigdha@toxicslink.org , subject post of Programme Coordinator

Eligibility Criteria

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Desired Candidate Profile

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Organization Details

• Organization Name:Toxics Link
• About Organization:Toxics Link, a not-for-profit body registered in New Delhi, India, is an initiative of The Just Environment Charitable Trust. It emerged from the critical need to address knowledge gaps relating to the issues of toxicity and waste and their impacts on the environment and human health, especially on vulnerable and marginalised communities. The organisation generates credible knowledge based on science and field research to create a more comprehensive understanding and debate amongst all stakeholders and to implement on-ground sustainable solutions. We work across domains including, Waste and Sustainability, Chemicals and Health, and Information & Communication. Our persistent engagements with diverse stakeholders have helped develop several relevant policies, initiatives, and standards, both nationally and internationally. We work with multiple national and global partners to mutually deepen capacity and strengthen the sector.
  
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