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Project Coordinator (Responding to El Niño)

The coordinator will support NCF’s efforts to monitor the impacts of the 2026-27 ‘Super’ El Niño on nature and people across multiple landscapes and seascapes. The position will assist in project administration, coordination across multiple programme teams, grant management, report preparation, and donor communications.

 RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Support the core working group and implementing teams to frame project objectives, activities and indicators.

  • Support the development, communication, and monitoring of implementation tasks and schedules.

  • Regularly track project processes and maintain communication with the working group and implementing teams. 

  • Organize and anchor project meetings which includes scheduling, developing agendas, minuting, and follow ups.

  • Provide project administrative support, which includes tracking project budgets and expenses, vendor communications and purchases, liaisoning with institutional administrative and accounts teams, and preparation of narrative and financial reports.  

  • Provide other project development and implementation support as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

  • A Master’s degree with two years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree with five years of relevant experience.

  • Strong organizational and coordination skills. 

  • Ability to work independently and proactively, willingness to take ownership of wide-ranging responsibilities.

  • Proficiency in English, both verbal and written. 

  • Strong computer skills, proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software (including online equivalents such as Google Docs).

Preferred

  • Passionate about environmental and wildlife conservation issues.

  • Familiarity with Hindi, Kannada, and other regional languages.

  • Experience in project planning, monitoring, and reporting.

  • Experience working effectively with diverse teams.

  • Familiarity with donor relations, including experience in preparing reports and maintaining effective communication with external agencies.

  • An understanding of the non-profit landscape and experience working with similar organisations.

This is a full time position based at the Nature Conservation Foundation office in north Bengaluru, with some travel if needed.

Remuneration: Monthly remuneration will be in the range of ₹45,000 to ₹55,000 depending on the candidate’s qualifications and experience, in line with standard institutional pay scales.

Duration: One year, with possible extension upon mutual agreement based on need, performance, and fund availability.

Start date: As soon as possible, and no later than mid December 2026

To apply:

Please fill out this Google form to apply. Please be prepared to upload the following information and documents when you fill the form: 

  • A detailed CV (PDF file format).

  • A brief cover letter explaining why you would like to work with us, relevant experience and your suitability for this position (PDF file format). 

  • Names and contact details of two people who are familiar with your professional work and can provide references (to be entered as text on the form).

We'll get in touch with the shortlisted candidates. Do fill the form as soon as possible, and no later than 15 November 2026.