Senior Regional Program Coordinator

Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) is an independent NGO and standard-setter. Over the last 26 years, our standards have created a global language used by organisations to provide transparency. At GRI, we enable organizations to assess and report on the environmental, social, and economic impacts of their activities. We also help build organizational capacity for sustainability reporting: from our Academy training courses to working with licensing partners to enable digital reporting with GRI’s standards. Together, the skills, capabilities, and data we create help build sustainable, long-term value. Working at GRI, you will be part of unlocking positive change in the world. 

The Senior Regional Program Coordinator will support the GRI Network South Asia team with the effective implementation and coordination of the Improving Transparency for Sustainable Business (ITSB) program across the South Asian Textile and Apparel Sector, while also supporting GRI’s broader mission to strengthen sustainability reporting practices and adoption across the region.

GRI Network South Asia program activities cover training and capacity building, knowledge exchange and sharing, stakeholder engagement, and outreach and network development across target countries - India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. Part of this role will be to undertake program-related research, planning, monitoring, and communications, including reporting on progress and impact. It will also include engagement with sustainable development and sustainability reporting initiatives in the region, providing support in sales and marketing of GRI services, membership, and partnership programs, as well as undertaking any related administrative functions in addition to any other duties as delegated.

Responsibilities

Delivery

• Plan, implement, monitor, and report on donor-funded programs.

• Organize, and coordinate program events for policy engagement, training, and capacity building.

• Research and develop content to support program implementation/delivery.

• Market GRI services, membership, and partnership programs.

• Support in Financial Planning (budgeting) projections of the expenses according to outputs of activities and donor requirements, country strategy, and GRI Global strategy.

• Oversee daily administrative, operational, and logistical activities of the team.

Engagement

• Engage stakeholders and maintain liaisons through a hospitable and service-oriented approach.

• Identify and engage with sustainability-related events, including representing the organization.

• Ensure visibility of GRI programs through timely and compelling communications.

Work Experience

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in a related discipline of sustainability.

• Minimum 4 years of work experience in the sustainability field.

• Proven experience implementing development projects, monitoring and reporting, stakeholder engagement, network building and advocacy.

Knowledge and abilities

• Knowledge of the global sustainable development agenda, accountability frameworks, and standards.

• Knowledge of the GRI Standards is an advantage.

• Excellent project management skills.

• Works well with other people in an international and multi-cultural setting, actively contributing to the team to complete tasks, meet goals, or manage projects.

• Works well in a self-supporting setting (self-starter) and is capable of working independently to implement tasks, adapt to changes, and adjust methods and priorities to achieve objectives.

• Ability to work in a timely and accurate manner, including under periods of significant pressure, maintaining attention to detail.

• Strong interpersonal skills and can build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders at all levels.

• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written).

• Fluent in written and spoken English, additional language is an advantage.

• Proficient in working with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and CRM.

• Affinity with the GRI mission.

How to apply

Interested candidates are invited to click on “Apply” and submit their resume and cover letter in English. The deadline to submit your application is 12.00 pm CET, 21st July 2025. We will only consider candidates with existing residence and work permits in India.

What we offer

• Location: India (hybrid with 2-3 days in the New Delhi office; candidates must have an existing valid permit to work in India)

• Work hours: 40 hrs p/w (full-time, flexible)

• Contract type: 1-year contract with possibility for extension

• Start date: ASAP

• Salary:  INR 1,380,000 - 1,440,700 gross per annum on a full-time basis

• Travel: Travel within India and neighbouring countries (1-2 times/month; candidates must have a valid Indian passport).

We aim to create a recruitment process that champions diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring all candidates have equal opportunities and are evaluated based on their unique skills and experiences. If you have any questions or require any support and adjustments during the application process, please reach out to us at recruitment@globalreporting.org