Partnerships and Development Lead, India

The Partnerships and Development Lead is a role for a talented and ambitious climate policy and development professional to join Climate Group's dynamic team in New Delhi. Climate Group thrives on the strength of its networks and partnerships nurtured for years with corporates, government, philanthropic, and civil society organisations. This role will expand collaboration and partnership with these stakeholders to achieve Climate Group's strategic objectives in India. Corporate membership income and philanthropic funding is crucial to Climate Group's climate programs and allied initiatives in India. The incumbent will enable the organization to build on these achievements by investing in its strongest income streams, while also exploring alternative avenues including domestic philanthropy and other revenue models led through competitive bidding. The ideal candidate will bring experience of generating income from these sources, and a good understanding of their decision-making processes. Reporting to the Executive Director (ED) India, s/he will manage key internal relationships at multiple levels within the organisation, both in the region and in Climate Group's London office. Working closely and proactively with these stakeholders, the post holder is expected to support research and analyse opportunities, develop/ monitor partner and donor engagement plans, and manage ideation and development processes through from the cultivation stage to finalising the project.

Climate Group drives accelerated climate action. The organisation's goal is a world of net zero carbon emissions by 2050, with greater prosperity for all. Climate Group focuses attention on systems with the highest emissions and where their networks have the greatest opportunity to drive change. It does this by building large and influential networks and holding organisations accountable, turning their commitments into action. Climate Group shares what it achieves together to show more organisations what they can do collectively. An international non-profit organisation, founded in 2004, Climate Group has offices in London, Amsterdam, Beijing, New Delhi, and New York.