The Senior VP – Operations (Urban Biodiversity) will be based in Pune and will lead end-to-end project management and operational execution for all Urban Biodiversity Hubs across multiple cities. The role is responsible for planning, implementing, monitoring, and scaling biodiversity and restoration projects while ensuring timely delivery, high-quality standards, and robust coordination across teams and partners. We are looking for a passionate and experienced individual committed to advancing urban biodiversity, ecological restoration, and creating vibrant green spaces, with the leadership ability to work closely with communities, partners, and government stakeholders.

Roles & Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, execution, monitoring, and closure of multi-city Urban Biodiversity and restoration projects.
- Develop detailed project budgets, ensuring all costs for establishing Urban Biodiversity Hubs are accurately planned and optimized.
- Identify, evaluate, and negotiate the best rates for materials and services including saplings, soil, organic manure, solar pumps, civil works,



landscaping elements, and labour.
- Drive operational excellence by designing, strengthening, and streamlining processes across procurement, on-ground implementation, monitoring, and reporting.
- Use advanced Excel/Google Sheets tools to manage costing sheets, dashboards, and project-tracking systems.
- Coordinate effectively with diverse stakeholders such as communities, contractors, ecologists, government departments, landscapers, vendors, and donors.
- Build and lead a high-performing multidisciplinary team across locations, including mentoring, upskilling, and performance management.
- Apply ecological knowledge and principles in restoration planning, biodiversity enhancement, and hub development.
- Anticipate and troubleshoot operational challenges with strong problem-solving and timely decision-making.
- Establish and maintain strong monitoring systems, ensuring regular progress re

📌 Senior VP (Pune)
🏢 F4F
📍 Pune