The Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (ATREE) is a non-profit organisation focused on rigorous interdisciplinary knowledge generation for use by policy and practice, towards environmental conservation and sustainable, socially just development.
In the Himalaya, ATREE’s strategy is to work towards a future where resilient mountain and downstream societies sustainably enjoy the natural endowment of the Indian Himalayan Region (IHR) while protecting and preserving its rich biodiversity. ATREE has developed a 10-year strategy called “The Himalaya Initiative (THI)” with its focus in the IHR in the face of increasing biodiversity loss, environmental degradation, and climate change impacting the region.
Project AMP-Himalaya is backed by funding support from donors for the 5-year project period. The project aims to conserve biodiversity, restore landscapes and foster human well-being in the Indian Himalayan Region. Three key areas prioritized to achieve the goal in the IHR are: 1) Assessment, Monitoring, and Conservation of Biodiversity; 2) Restoration of Multi-functional Landscapes; and 3) Nature-based Rural Livelihoods and Climate Change Resilience. Integral to these priorities are: the creation of digital knowledge commons to accelerate participatory management and local stewardship; strengthening human resources through training programs for local youth leaders and enhanced environmental educational opportunities; and creating conditions for developing/implementing multi-level mountain-specific policies that prioritize biodiversity conservation and natural resource management at scale.
The project is being implemented in 3 distinct landscapes located in 3 states and 1 union territory of IHR namely: the Khangchendzonga Landscape covering the Darjeeling hills of north Bengal and Sikkim state; the Trans-Himalayan Landscape representing a high dependence on rangelands with agro-pastoral and pastoral systems in Ladakh; and Arunachal Pradesh with the largest, greenest, ethnically diverse and most biodiversity rich landscapes.
Job Profile
ATREE is seeking an experienced finance professional to lead and ensure the effective implementation and management of this project.
You will be a key member of a versatile team led by the Director – The Himalaya Initiative. You will be responsible for representing ATREE with external stakeholders, including government departments, and will collaborate closely with field and regional teams in the IHR, and the ATREE headquarters in Bengaluru.
Scope of role
Reports to: Senior Manager Finance and Director- The Himalaya Initiative
Staff Reporting to This Post: None
Duration of Engagement: 3 years initially, extendable by another 2 years
Other responsibilities as determined by the Sr. Programme Manager/ Senior Finance Manager.
Education & Experience
Reasonably advanced excel and financial modelling skills; exposure to ERP and Tally would be an advantage.
ATREE recognizes that the right candidate will have a significant impact on the success of the organization and is prepared to offer an attractive compensation package for the non-profit sector, commensurate with experience.
Interested individuals can apply using the ‘Apply Now’ button.
Duty station: The position will be based out of ATREE’s Headquarter in Bengaluru.
Please note: The above responsibilities outline the primary duties of this position. Flexibility and willingness to undertake additional tasks may be required, subject to consultation with the reporting manager.
Diversity Policy: The institution is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities, and those from economically and socially excluded communities to apply for positions with the requisite skills and qualifications.
• Only candidates who are shortlisted for the interview will be contacted.