The Kotak School of Sustainability (KSS) at IIT Kanpur, India was launched in December 2023 as a transformative initiative to lead India--and the world--towards a sustainable future. Over the next five years, The School aims to embed sustainability into education, research, and policy; fostering innovation and shaping practices for lasting environmental, social, and economic impact. The School is seeking a Senior Project Executive Officer who will play a crucial role in driving the successful implementation of this landmark initiative and will ensure that the key projects driven by KSS align with the strategic objectives set by the apex committee and deliver tangible values for societal good.

For more details about KSS please visit https://kss.iitk.ac.in/

Job-specific qualifications and experience:

Advanced University degree (Master’s or Doctoral or equivalent) in Engineering, Technology, Business Administration, Management, International relations or a relevant subject.
Certification in Project Management such as Prince2 or similar is desirable.
A minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management, administration or related area is required. Experience in results-based planning is desirable. Experience in monitoring and reporting on programmes is desirable.

Competencies

Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to particular sector, functional area or other specialized field. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Shows pride in work and in achievements; Remains calm in stressful situations.
ACCOUNTABILITY: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.
Leadership: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow. Empowers others to translate vision into results. Is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives. Establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support. Anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions. Drives for change and improvement; does not accept the status quo. Shows the courage to take unpopular stands.
Judgement/decision making: Identifies the key issues in a complex situation and comes to the heart of the problem quickly. Gathers relevant information before making a decision. Considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them. Takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization. Proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information. Checks assumptions against facts. Determines that the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision. Makes tough decisions when necessary.
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise, is willing to learn from others; Places team agenda before personal agenda; Supports and acts in accordance with final group decisions, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments, adjusts priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; Uses time efficiently.
Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
Stakeholder orientation: Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with stakeholders by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies stakeholder’s needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the stakeholder’s environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps stakeholder’s informed of progress or setbacks in projects.

Consolidated Salary Range: INR 70000-5000-200000 per month (Salary shall be commensurate with experience & skills)

Nature of position: Temporary / Contractual

Duration of appointment: 1 Years or till end of project (whichever earlier), renewed annually based on performance.

How to apply: Interested candidates may apply via email ONLY (to [email protected]) with a resume giving full details of qualifications and experience, alongwith copies of relevant certificates by October 25, 2024.

Please mention the post applied for and the advertisement number in subject line of the email.

Other benefits:

He/she will get the opportunity to work in a conductive environment and can avail the hostel/family accommodation facility (according to availability) at IIT Kanpur.
As regards the medical facilities, only the OPD facility for self shall be available at the Health Centre of IIT Kanpur without any reimbursement of cost of medicines. Any outside referral shall not be reimbursed. For the purpose, a medical booklet shall be provided to you on request.

Selection:

The department reserves the right to fix suitable criteria for short listing of eligible candidates satisfying qualifications and experience. The selection will be based on offline and/or online interview. Only short listed candidates will be informed via email about the date of interview.

Prof. S. N. Tripathi
Dean
Kotak School of Sustainability,
Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur.

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY KANPUR