Sutlej Basin Programme

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WWF-India

India, Punjab Full-Time On-site

Posted 2 weeks ago • Apply by June 9, 2026

Job Description

WWF-India is launching an ambitious, multi-disciplinary initiative aimed at the rejuvenation of the Sutlej River and its tributaries in Punjab, and we are inviting passionate, skilled professionals to be part of this transformative journey.

The Sutlej Basin Programme aims to enhance the ecological health of the river system by addressing the critical interlinkages between water, biodiversity, and human activity. The programme integrates biodiversity and habitat conservation, river and wetland rejuvenation, clean technologies, urban water management, and basin governance.

We are building a dynamic, cross-functional team and are currently hiring for the following positions:

Coordinator – Project Management

Location: Punjab

Experience: 5–7 years

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and coordinate all components of the Sutlej Basin Programme for timely delivery of outputs and targets
Liaise with field teams across Rivers & Wetlands units for effective coordination
Analyze data for adaptive project management
Prepare high-quality technical reports for internal and external stakeholders
Senior Project Officer – Water Stewardship

Location: Punjab

Experience: Minimum 7 years

Key Responsibilities:

Design and implement clean technologies across industries (textile, metalware, tannery, pharma)
Lead field-level interventions and collective action projects
Engage with multiple stakeholders—government bodies, industry associations, and regulators
Monitor, document, and report project impacts
Senior Project Officer – Wetland Conservation

Location: Punjab

Experience: Minimum 7 years

Key Responsibilities:

Implement conservation projects across diverse wetland types (urban, rural, Ramsar, floodplains)
Develop Brief Documents, Health Cards, and Integrated Management Plans
Lead stakeholder awareness and education campaigns
Liaise with urban local bodies and relevant government departments
Associate Coordinator – Aquatic Biodiversity

Location: Punjab

Experience: Minimum 5 years

Key Responsibilities:

Implement conservation strategies for aquatic species (Indus River Dolphin, gharial, otters, turtles)
Conduct field surveys and habitat restoration initiatives
Engage with district authorities and community stakeholders
Monitor and assess the impact of biodiversity interventions
Coordinator – Agriculture Water Management

Location: Punjab

Experience: Minimum 10 years

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee agricultural water use efficiency initiatives in the Bisht Doab Canal command area
Coordinate demand-side, supply-side, and institutional interventions
Work closely with government departments, farmers, and field-level stakeholders
Lead technical reporting and impact assessments