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Field Manager - Urban Biodiversity

Farmers for Forests

Bengaluru, Karnataka, IndiaHybridFull-time₹360–450K/yrPosted 8mo agoVerified open 4 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
₹360–450K/yr
Location
Bengaluru, Karnataka, IndiaHybrid
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Farmers for Forests is hiring a Field Manager - Urban Biodiversity. The Field Manager will lead end-to-end execution of plantation, biodiversity enhancement, and restoration projects. This role involves close collaboration with local communities, government departments, vendors, contractors, and internal teams to ensure effective project implementation within timelines and environmental standards. Frequent travel to field sites and managing multiple stakeholders and field teams are key aspects of this position.

Key focus areas include Coordinate and manage day-to-day implementation of plantation and ecological restoration activities., Liaise with government departments, local bodies, and stakeholders for project approvals and smooth execution., and Monitor and supervise plantation, landscaping, park development, and lake rejuvenation work..

Successful candidates bring Bachelor's In Environmental Science Or Forestry Or Agriculture Or Horticulture Or Civil Engineering Or Related Field and Coordinating Afforestation, Landscaping, Or Urban Ecological Restoration Projects. Important skills include Field Management, Project Management, Native Species Familiarity, Sustainable Afforestation Practices, Biodiversity Practices, and Stakeholder Management.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Field ManagementProject ManagementNative Species FamiliaritySustainable Afforestation PracticesBiodiversity PracticesStakeholder ManagementCommunicationNegotiationDocumentationMS OfficeClimate ResilienceEcological RestorationRural LivelihoodsGISAutoCADProject Management Tools

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Environmental Science, Forestry, Agriculture, Horticulture, Civil Engineering, or Related Field3-4 Years Experience in Afforestation, Landscaping, or Urban Ecological Restoration ProjectsWillingness to Travel Within Maharashtra or Karnataka

Full job description

About Us F4F is a Hybrid Social Enterprise working to protect and increase India’s biodiverse forest cover in close collaboration with rural communities. Founded in December 2019, F4F is one of the few organizations in India working in the forestry sector and using a payment-for-ecosystem services model for its environmental protection and restoration activities.

F4F was incubated at Mulago , Fast Forward , NSRCEL-IIMB , The Nudge Institute and Shakti - The Empathy Project . Our work has been supported by several organizations including Accenture, ACT Grants, Opus Software Solutions, Rainmatter Foundation and Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies.

We have also featured on DW TV and Scroll's Eco India series as well as DW Hindi . We have also been selected as one of India's top innovators working in the ecosystem restoration and conservation sector by the World Economic Forum .

Job Description The Field Manager will be responsible for end-to-end execution of on-ground plantation, biodiversity enhancement, and restoration projects. You will work closely with local communities, government departments, vendors, contractors, and internal teams to ensure that all projects are implemented effectively, within timelines, and in accordance with environmental standards. This role requires frequent travel to field sites and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and field teams.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and manage the day-to-day implementation of plantation and ecological restoration activities.

  • Liaise with government departments, local bodies, and stakeholders for project approvals and smooth execution.

  • Monitor and supervise plantation, landscaping, park development, and lake rejuvenation work.

  • Ensure adherence to environmental guidelines, project timelines, and allocated budgets.

  • Conduct regular field visits to assess progress and resolve on-ground challenges.

  • Prepare and submit progress reports, documentation, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.

  • Maintain detailed data records on plantation species, survival rates, and site maintenance.

  • Support community engagement, local awareness campaigns, and capacity-building programs.

  • Work with landscape architects and environmental consultants for technical planning and execution.

Requirements

  • Someone with a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Forestry, Agriculture, Horticulture, Civil Engineering, or a related field.

  • 3–4 years of experience in coordinating afforestation, landscaping, or urban ecological restoration projects.

  • Strong field management and project coordination skills.

  • Familiarity with native species, sustainable afforestation, and biodiversity practices.

  • Comfortable managing multiple sites and stakeholders in parallel.

  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and documentation skills.

  • Proficient in MS Office; knowledge of GIS, AutoCAD, or project management tools is a plus.

  • Willingness to travel within Maharashtra or Karnataka.

  • Passionate about climate resilience, ecological restoration, and rural livelihoods.

Benefits Salary Range: 3.6 to 4.5 L

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