Kinvana Field Research & Operations
Lead (Dehradun)

Location: Dehradun
Duration: 3 Months (Full-Time) with a potential to convert full time
Commitment: 6 days/week (on-ground role)

About the Role

This is an prospect to move beyond discussions and contribute to real, on-ground
change in how waste is managed in Dehradun. We are looking for a Field Lead who
will play a key role in shaping how this pilot evolves through continuous on-ground
engagement, observation, and reflection. This person will help us understand what
is working, what is not, and what needs to change.
If you care about the beauty of Dehradun and feel concerned seeing waste piling up
across the city and have been wanting to do something about it — this role offers a
chance to take that step.

What This Role Involves
a. Working closely with communities and waste systems on the ground
b. Observing patterns in behaviour, participation, and operations
c. Identifying gaps and opportunities in real-time
d. Sharing inputs that shape strategy, not just executing tasks

Key Responsibilities
1.



Community Engagement & Mobilization
a. Engage with RWAs, households, and commercial establishments
b. Conduct awareness and mobilization efforts
c. Build relationships and trust within communities
d. Identify and support community champions
2. On-Ground System Understandinga. Work alongside waste collection systems (Swachchata Express)
b. Observe participation patterns and operational challenges
c. Understand how systems function in reality
3. Insight Generation
a. Reflect on what is working and what is not
b. Identify patterns and reasons behind them
c. Share actionable suggestions with the team
4. Field Research
a. Conduct deep engagement in one selected ward
b. Interact with waste workers, scrap dealers, residents, and local actors
c. Understand system gaps and waste flows
5. Documentation & Storytelling
a. Capture photos, videos, audio, and written observations
b. Document community experiences and behaviour ch

📌 Field Research And Operations Lead (Dehradun)
🏢 Kinvana
📍 Dehradun