The Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) has invited applications for two contractual consultant positions in its Sustainable Industrialisation Programme, the New Delhi-based research and advocacy organisation said on Wednesday. The roles are for an initial period of 12 months, with the possibility of renewal depending on performance and funding availability.
Role and responsibilities
Appointees will work on research, policy engagement and capacity building aimed at cleaner industrial growth. Key duties include policy research and paper-writing, field surveys, stakeholder consultations and reporting on developments for CSE’s publications. The consultants are expected to support workshops and conferences and to undertake training and capacity-building activities for government, industry and civil society participants.
- Research and analysis: drafting policy documents and technical reports.
- Field work: travel for ground surveys, meetings and workshops.
- Communication: reporting on sectoral developments for CSE’s platforms and interacting with media.
- Stakeholder engagement: liaising with regulators, policy-makers, industry and NGOs.
- Capacity building: designing and delivering training programmes.
Candidate profile and terms
CSE is seeking candidates with around 2–3 years of relevant experience. Applicants with a master’s degree in environment or engineering disciplines and prior exposure to industrial environmental issues are preferred. The announcement emphasises research and analytical skills and an ability to write both technical reports and accessible articles.
The positions are based in New Delhi and require office-based work. Candidates must be willing to undertake extensive travel as the work involves surveys, stakeholder meetings and workshops across locations.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Number of vacancies | 02 |
| Contract duration | 12 months (initial) |
| Location | New Delhi (work from office) |
| Experience | 2–3 years |
| Educational preference | Master’s in environment / engineering backgrounds preferred |
| Compensation | Will be commensurate with experience and skills |
| Application deadline | 21 September 2026 |
Context and significance
The appointments come as policymakers and industry face mounting pressure to curb industrial air pollution and accelerate decarbonisation while sustaining economic growth. CSE’s industrialisation team works on areas such as industrial air pollution control, energy efficiency measures and renewable uptake, often producing roadmaps and guidance for regulators and stakeholders. Strengthening research capacity within such institutions helps maintain an evidence base for regulatory action and sectoral transition plans.
Given India’s commitments under climate and air-quality frameworks, practical policy research and on-ground engagement are essential for translating national targets into state and facility-level interventions. Consultants in these roles will be expected to support development of strategies and help stakeholders implement them — from technical fixes to governance measures.
How to apply
Interested candidates are asked to apply online through the Centre for Science and Environment’s jobs portal by the deadline. The organisation did not disclose a fixed salary, stating that compensation will be aligned with the candidate’s experience and skills.
Applicants should be prepared for an office-based posting in New Delhi and substantial travel as part of the job. The fixed-term nature of the engagement reflects project funding cycles common to non-profit research organisations.
