Environmental GIS Consultant in Surat, भारत

Role Title (PIU – Technical Staff) Project Manager / Waste Management Expert / Urban Planner / Research Consultant

(Position to be deployed under Project Implementation Unit – SBM-U 2.0)

Key Roles & Responsibilities1. Technical Planning & DPR Support

Assist the Urban Local Body (ULB) in preparation and review of DPRs in line with SBM-U 2.0 guidelines .

Provide technical inputs for City Solid Waste Action Plan, City Sanitation Action Plan, IEC Action Plan, Capacity Building Plan, Dumpsite Remediation Plan, C&D Waste Management Plan , and other sectoral plans as required.

Support formulation of overall city-level proposals as per SBM-U 2.0 norms.

2. Stakeholder Coordination & ULB Support

Coordinate with multiple stakeholder departments within the Municipal Corporation to achieve SBM-U 2.0 objectives.

Work closely with ULB officials to prepare indicator-wise documentation based on technical guidance provided by the PIU team.

Support ULBs during reviews, inspections, and meetings with State and Central authorities.

3. Swachh Survekshan, Water+ & GFC

Provide guidance and hands-on support for Swachh Survekshan , Water+ , 7-Star GFC , and other SBM certifications.

Lead preparatory work, documentation, and evidence compilation as per latest advisory and toolkits.

Identify and propose innovations for Swachh Survekshan, including citizen engagement-based initiatives and long-term SWM improvements.

4. MIS, Data Management & Reporting

Maintain and regularly update SBM MIS , ensuring data accuracy and availability at all times.

Provide technical consultancy support to ULB officials for monthly MIS data updates on the MIS portal .

Respond to data queries from State/Central authorities and support audit requirements.

Compile progress reports, statistics, and presentations within strict timelines .

5. IEC, BCC & Citizen Engagement

Support planning and implementation of IEC/BCC activities as per SBM-U 2.0 requirements.

Develop ULB-level IEC Action Plans for different stakeholder groups.

Assist in designing and organizing SBM-related events, campaigns, and citizen engagement activities .

Create awareness on source segregation, home composting, plastic ban, GVP, grievance redressal systems, toll-free services , etc., to achieve garbage-free city objectives.

Frame and maintain activity trackers for citizen engagement initiatives.

6. Digital, GIS & Innovation

Support development and execution of social media strategies in coordination with IEC and MIS teams.

Undertake GIS mapping of solid and liquid waste management infrastructure.

Assist in development of information, IEC, and promotional materials .

7. Monitoring, Research & Community Interface

Monitor quality and performance of waste management services , including contract management of external service providers.

Engage with residents, community groups, RWAs, councillors, housing societies, and traders' associations to identify issues and propose solutions.

Contribute to research projects, policy inputs, and national-level knowledge initiatives related to waste management and sanitation.

Qualifications & Training

Master's degree in Environmental Engineering, Waste Management, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Sustainability, or related disciplines .

Candidates with relevant postgraduate qualifications (MSW / Development Studies / Urban Studies) along with strong field exposure will be preferred.

Key Skills & Competencies

Strong knowledge of Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016 and Swachh Survekshan framework .

Ability to understand, explain, apply, and monitor complex and evolving SBM guidelines .

Excellent written and verbal communication skills (government documentation standard).

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities .

Experience in MIS, documentation, reporting, and data validation .

Good coordination, organisational, and stakeholder management skills.

Demonstrated interest and commitment to environmental sustainability and urban sanitation .

Patience, resilience, and ability to work under government timelines and review cycles.