Research Fellow/Technical Expert – Sustainable Development Goals
Organization: NIUALocation: Delhi
Industry: Urban Planning
Industry: Urban Planning
Type: The position is on a contractual basis for 3 months (extendable).
Salary: NA
Description:
NIUA is looking for Research Fellows/Technical Experts in the urban development sector with specialisation in urban studies/economics/geography/planning (preferably with prior experience in working on SDGs/HDRs). The incumbent should have a strong theoretical understanding of the urban sector, planning, management and governance and quantitative research skills.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct assigned research activities, individually or jointly, in accordance with the project deliverables and project research strategy
- Review of existing literature to understand the challenges associated with implementation of Sustainable Development Goals in India
- Documentation of good practices in SDGs
- Organise Stakeholders Consultation and dissemination workshop focusing on SDGs
- Undertake any other duties of equivalent standing as assigned by the team leader/Direct
- MPhil/ PhD in urban studies/other relevant subject related to social sciences from a well-recognised university with 2-3 years of work experience
- Master’s Degree in urban studies/other relevant subject related to social sciences with 5-6 years of work experience in urban sector
- Theoretical and practical knowledge relating to urban studies, urban governance and SDGs, Urban Policy
- Excellent writing skills is a must for this position
- Skills in quantitative research methods, proficiency in secondary data sources
- Knowledge of GIS will be an added advantage
- A track record of publications of research results in quality journals
- Research creativity and strong cross-discipline collaborative ability
- NA
Application Instructions:
Disclaimer:
- Candidates with Requisite Experience Only apply that too with relevant cover letter.
- The openings provided here is meant for information purposes only. Please cross-verify the details before applying.