Careers

ABOUT THE ROLE

Centre for Wildlife Studies is recruiting for a Coordinator for HR & Admin responsibilities. This position involves managing all HR responsibilities including recruitment, HR Policies, staff engagements, processing employee data and admin responsibilities such as assisting teams with any external help e.g. dealing and negotiating with vendors, managing office supplies and managing housekeeping staff. The person should be extremely organised and be familiar with HR and Admin functions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Maintain and update personnel records, including employment contracts and new hire information.

2. Develop onboarding materials and CWS policy guidelines.

3. Answer employee inquiries about benefits and assist with payroll data collection.

4. Manage job ads, interview scheduling, and candidate communication.

5. Prepare HR reports and track key metrics.

6. Negotiate with vendors and ensure office supplies and housekeeping are managed effectively.

REQUIRED SKILLS

1. Strong analytical thinking and exceptional communication skills.

2. 5-6 years of experience in managing HR and administrative functions.

3. MBA in Human Resources or equivalent qualifications.

4. Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Drive, Slack, and Asana.

5. Experienced with HRIS systems, including ERP platforms.

6. Fluent in Kannada, English, and Hindi.

7. Results-oriented, self-motivated, and capable of working independently while inspiring excellence within teams.

Application Deadline: 27th December 2024

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ABOUT THE ROLE

Are you a creative storyteller with a passion for wildlife conservation? We are looking for a designer to craft compelling visuals, design impactful outreach materials, and support our conservation efforts. If you are eager to combine your creativity with purpose, this role is for you! Based out of our Bengaluru Office, this opportunity offers a unique opportunity to blend creativity with purpose. You will contribute to impactful conservation initiatives while honing your skills in design and outreach.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Create original illustrations and visual designs that align with the mission and values of CWS for use across digital and print platforms.

2. Design creative collateral such as infographics, reports, brochures, and social media visuals to effectively communicate key messages.

3. Collaborate with the Media & Outreach Team to develop visually compelling campaigns for various programs and initiatives.

4. Assist in curating stories and visuals across teams to create impactful outreach materials.

5. Support the development and enhancement of outreach strategies through visual storytelling and innovative design approaches.

6. Maintain an organized archive of design projects and assets for easy reference and reuse.

7. Analyze visual content performance to refine designs and improve engagement on digital platforms.

REQUIRED SKILLS

1. Bachelors in Visual Communication/Illustration/Graphic Design/Animation or any other related field.

2. Illustration skills with the ability to conceptualize and execute original artwork.

3. Proficiency in design tools like Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) or equivalent softwares.

4. 1-2 years experience in the field of illustration and design, but freshers are welcome.

5. Experience in creating visual content for diverse formats, including social media, reports, and presentations.

6. Excellent command of English, with the ability to integrate design and written content seamlessly.

7. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

8. Prior experience in outreach or communications roles is a plus.

Application Deadline: 27th December 2024

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ABOUT THE ROLE

This position involves implementing CWS’ environmental education program Wild Shaale in Karnataka. This will include delivering educational sessions for the in-person and digital program in government and private schools, evaluation of the program as well as data collection and management. The educator will have to work closely with the project coordinator and program manager for session delivery and smooth execution of the program. He/she will be required to work from any part of Karnataka during program implementation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Excellent Kannada and English communication skills.

2. Travel within India as and when required, especially to remote locations in the field.

3. Four-wheel driving license is preferred.

REQUIRED SKILLS

1. Implement the Wild Shaale program in Karnataka.

2. Conduct environmental sessions and activities either in person or online for schools.

3. Train new field staff in session delivery and program implementation.

4. Collect, organize and manage data from schools.

Application Deadline: 15th December 2024

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ABOUT THE ROLE

The Centre for Wildlife Studies (CWS) is seeking applications for a GIS/RS research fellow position to support a critical research project titled: Development of early warning system using AI/ML to predict forest fire occurrences in the Eastern Ghats of India. This role will encompass extensive development of AI/ML models to predict wildfire occurrences in the Eastern Ghats and in the Kaval Tiger Reserve landscape. Knowledge of forest fires datasets, delineation of burned areas, development of predictive models, and refinement of models are prerequisites. Competence in the use of GIS/RS softwares, such as GEE, and related softwares will be an advantage. Other responsibilities include data entry, data management, report writing, and other administrative tasks at our field stations or office in Bangalore.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Identify various satellite datasets and algorithms for detecting forest fires..

2. Prepare the AI/ML models to predict wildfires.

3. Travel to field sites and assess the performance of AI/ML models

4. Develop API to host models through Power BI and train forest department staff to use the same.

5. Assist in writing manuscripts, articles, and reports.

6. Create outreach and communication materials as required.

7. Support various project administration tasks, including but not limited to coordinating research team meetings, meticulous account keeping, grant reporting, and supervising field assistants.

REQUIRED SKILLS

1. A postgraduate degree in life sciences/engineering or related disciplines (e.g., environmental sciences, geography, geoinformatics), with significant experience in AI/ML.

2. Significant experience in conducting GIS/RS projects.

3. Experience in developing models, choice of models, identification of robust models and variables, testing and training, measures of accuracy.

4. Experience with handling accounts and grant reports.

5. Proficiency in spoken and written Telugu and English.

6. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Additional Opportunities
CWS encourages professional development and will support you in pursuing opportunities to upskill. You may also engage in independent projects that align with the broader scope of the research initiative, subject to approval from your reporting manager.

Application Deadline: 15th December 2024

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ABOUT THE ROLE

The Fundraising Manager is a key role in helping the Centre for Wildlife Studies (CWS) to grow the scale and impact of our programs. The position engages with CWS staff to develop grant proposals, build CSR networks, and develop new fundraising opportunities. The role requires constant interactions and collaboration with all teams at CWS.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Support: Assist the Chief Executive Officer and senior team with outreach and funding tasks.

2. Proposal Development: Write and refine proposals for CWS programs, coordinating with staff and management.

3. Database Management: Maintain accurate records of submissions, projects, and donor information with the accounts team.

4. Opportunity Identification: Find and engage new donors and funding opportunities.

5. Platform Management: Oversee crowdfunding platforms like Give India and manage donor management systems such as Salesforce NPSP or Zoho.

6. Campaign Coordination: Plan and execute successful fundraising campaigns and events.

REQUIRED SKILLS

1. Adaptability: Excel in a fast-paced environment, manage time effectively, and prioritize tasks.

2. Proposal Writing: Demonstrated success in crafting winning proposals, especially for wildlife and conservation projects.

3. Fundraising Experience: 2-3 years of experience in fundraising with a solid understanding of CSR networks and funding opportunities in India.

4. Technical Proficiency: Strong writing, research, and computer skills.

5. Team Collaboration: Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Application Deadline: 1st November 2024

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Designation: Assistant/Associate Director – Education Programs

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

Start Date: Rolling

SCOPE & ACCOUNTABILITY

This position involves overseeing all education programs at CWS including building partnerships with academic institutions, schools and state and central governments. This includes scaling the Wild Shaale environmental education programs focussed on the rural landscapes in all locations and working closely with the program managers, program coordinators and field staff for statewide implementation. Additionally, working on the online version of the same program with nationwide implementation in government and private schools.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

■ Build and manage partnerships with schools, government departments and civil society organizations in various states of India to run Wild Shaale programs successfully and explore integration into state curriculums.

■ Manage overall operations of Wild Shaale program along with program managers and coordinators in multiple states.

■ Build partnerships with other academic institutions to develop certification courses and diplomas in conservation practice.

■ Fundraise for all the education programs in CWS especially from CSR and individual donors.

■ Work with the research and content team to build curriculum and pedagogy for the diploma programs and content as and when necessary.

■ Oversee training of program staff on content delivery online and offline with the program managers.

REQUIRED SKILLS

■ Minimum 10 years of experience in managing and scaling education programs with focus on rural areas.

■ Worked independently with government departments, schools and other CSOs and built long-lasting relationships.

■ Proven experience in managing multiple field teams in rural areas and guiding them for successful implementation of the program.

■ Masters or PhD in Education/Environmental Science/Wildlife will be preferred

■ Excellent spoken and written English communication skills. Additional Indian languages such as Hindi, Marathi, Konkani, Kannada, Tamil and Malayalam will be a bonus.

■ Travel within India as and when required, especially remote locations in the field.

■ Fellowship experience with Teach for India, Gandhi Fellowship or similar would be an advantage.

PAYSCALE

■ 15-25 LPA depending on the work experience

If you have questions, please write to Soma Bhattacharya (soma.bhattacharya@cwsindia.org)

Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

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