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About Project Mumbai: We are a leading nonprofit organization with a public-people-private model dedicated to empowering citizens, communities, and the city. Our projects focus on environment & sustainability, mental health, inclusion, and volunteering aimed at driving collective civic responsibility through strong partnerships with government, corporates, and citizen volunteers. We have impacted over 1.7 crore lives till date, with our sustainability initiatives being a key driver of scale and impact. About our Environment & Sustainability Initiatives: As a part of our team, you will get to work on several pathbreaking and important projects such as: ● The Project Mumbai Plastic and E-waste Recyclothon: One of world’s largest citizen-led plastic collection and recycling initiatives, that has engaged lakhs of citizens and prevented thousands of plastic and e-waste from going into landfills. ● Zero Waste Schools: A unique initiative where school students from around the city learn and inculcate a zero waste and sustainable lifestyle at the individual, family, and community levels. ● Zero Waste Gardens: We build various amenities - walking blocks, benches, fences, bollards, bins, signages, and others - made from recycled plastic to promote a healthier, zero waste, and sustainable lifestyle among citizens. Role Overview: We are seeking a Project Manager to lead sustainability-focused initiatives - The Project Mumbai Plastic and E-waste Recyclothon, Zero Waste Schools, and Zero Waste Gardens - that activate citizen participation, strengthen partnerships with government agencies, and drive partnerships with CSR teams of leading corporations. This role demands strong project management, budgeting, and relationship-building skills, as well as a deep understanding of Mumbai’s sustainability and civic landscape. Key Roles and Responsibilities: 1. Project management ● Design, implement, and manage citizen-centric sustainability projects (e.g., plastic and e-waste collection drives, clean-up drives, composting programs, zero-waste campaigns, climate awareness initiatives, among others). ● Create detailed project plans, budgets, timelines, and implementation frameworks. ● Ensure timely execution, monitoring, and reporting of all project activities and deliverables. 2. Stakeholder engagement & relationship management ● Build and manage strategic relationships with: ○ Volunteers, community-based organizations, schools, and other institutional partners. ○ Government stakeholders (municipal corporations, urban local bodies (ULBs), pollution control board, etc.) ○ CSR partners, brands, and corporate donors ● Liaise with CSR teams to design and co-implement aligned sustainability initiatives. ● Represent the organization in external forums, donor meetings, and cross-sector platforms. 3. Budgeting & reporting ● Draft project proposals and presentations; lead and/or support pitch to potential funders. ● Manage project budgets, ensure financial accountability, and maintain alignment with donor/funder expectations. ● Lead project documentation, including periodic donor reports, success stories, case studies, and internal updates. ● Ensure compliance with internal processes and funder-specific reporting norms. 4. Team management ● Supervise a team of project officers and volunteers. ● Provide mentoring, training, and operational support to ensure field effectiveness and team alignment with project goals. 5. Communications & outreach ● Collaborate with the communications team to develop outreach content for social media, newsletters, and campaigns. ● Support awareness events, community workshops, and storytelling efforts to amplify project impact. Desired Qualifications and Skills ● Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Studies, Public Policy, Development Studies, Social Work, Urban Planning, or a related field. ● 5–8 years of professional experience in managing community or sustainability projects, with: Minimum 2–3 years of experience working with volunteering organizations and/or government agencies and ULBs. Experience coordinating with CSR teams, corporate partners, or donors. ● Strong project management skills, including budget ownership, impact tracking, and stakeholder reporting. ● Proven ability to build and manage cross-sector relationships (corporate, civic, government). ● Knowledge of sustainability and civic engagement issues in the Indian context (e.g., climate action, waste management, urban resilience). ● Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Marathi. ● Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Google Workspace, and Canva. Remuneration : Compensation will be commensurate with experience and nonprofit sector standards. Application process: To apply, please send your CV and a cover note (max. 300 words) outlining your relevant experience and motivation to ( ) with the subject: Application – Project Manager (Environment & Sustainability)