The Associate Urban Planner will provide analytical, technical, and coordination support to the Technical Support Unit (TSU) being set up for the Urban Development & Housing Department (UD&HD), Government of Bihar, for the planned development of satellite townships across 11 locations in Bihar. The role is suited for early-career professionals with foundational knowledge in urban or regional planning with an opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary team.
Roles and Responsibilities:
• Assist in the review of master plans and the preparation of micro-level plans for the proposed satellite townships, including analysis of settlement patterns, growth trends, and functional linkages across the identified township locations in Bihar.
• Assist in collecting data from government departments and secondary sources. Compile and organise datasets, maps, and documents required for baseline studies.
• Provide support in preparing base maps and thematic maps.
• Assist in the preparation of reports, planning documents, presentations, and other materials to communicate planning concepts and recommendations.
• Assist in organising stakeholder meetings and consultations. Prepare notes, meeting minutes, and presentation materials as required.
• Handling information requests, preparing correspondence, arranging conference calls, and scheduling meetings.
• Preparing materials associated with publication and knowledge management functions at CUPP.
• Undertake case-specific site visits, field observations, and ground-truthing activities as and when required to support strategic assessments.
• Contributing to social media presence through occasional content development and exhibiting the work of the center to a wider audience.
Experience: 0–2 years of relevant, full-time work experience.
List of Documents to be attached in the form:
• Detailed CV
• Portfolio
• A cover letter indicating why you are interested in this position
Remuneration: Commensurate with the profile of the candidate
Location: Patna, Bihar