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Requires : Senior Coordinators in different programmes The Centre for Science and Environment is an established policy research institution based in New Delhi. It needs senior professionals to coordinate its different programmes. Our coordinators are part of our senior management team; they are knowledgeable and skilled professionals who are also managers and team leaders; they understand programme planning, scheduling and believe in ensuring quality. We work within a tight deadline culture and need senior colleagues who share our commitment to bringing about change through knowledge based activism. We need coordinators for the following programmes : Health and Environment Unit To research the impact of environmental degradation on pubic health - from waterborne diseases to air pollution-linked cancers. You have a science background, preferably medical science, but with a keen interest in communicating research and building a network with doctors and researchers across the country. Poverty and Environment Unit To coordinate research on rural ecological regeneration programmes and governance structures that enable communities to take action. You have a social science background but with interest in policy research and advocacy. Work involves travel and coordination of networking, organising meeting, web-based databases etc. State of India's Environment Unit Our annual report on the state of the country's environment is authoritative and world-renowned. It presents an overview of the state of the resource, the challenge and the policy action being taken. You have experience in compilation of information, editing and book publishing. Knowledge about environmental issues is essential. River Pollution Unit A research and advocacy programme to study the state of water pollution and to network with affected communities and researchers to press for policy changes. You have a background in policy research, preferably a scientific background. Work involves travel and coordination of networking, organising meetings, web-based databases etc. Training Unit To coordinate training courses on environment and development issues. Work involves course planning, development of material and coordination of training activities. Training is targeted at audiences ranging from media, policy planners to students and the general public. You have experience in organising training programmes that are educational, provide skill building opportunities and are interesting. For All positions You have a minimum 10 years in research, journalism or activism and are self-driven. You must have management experience and most all an ability to deal with multiple tasks and undertake multidisciplinary research. We offer exciting and stimulating work environment with growth opportunities. Salary will not be a constraint. We match the best academic and professional salaries for your experience. Apply to : Deputy Director Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) 41, Tughlakabad Institutional Area New Delhi - 110062. Phone : +91-11-608 6399, +91-608 3394 Fax : +91-11-608 5879 Website : http://www.cseindia.org For further details, please refer to the Magazine : Down to Earth, Issue : June 15, 2000. |