Job Openings

The Institute for Transportation and Development Policy (ITDP) is a not-for-profit organization based in New York City with staff in Mexico City, Buenos Aires, Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Bogota, Cape Town, Ahmedabad, Jakarta, and Guangzhou. It was established to promote environmentally sustainable and equitable transportation policies and projects around the world, with an emphasis on developing countries.

We currently have the following positions available:

Campaign Assistant (New York, NY)

Director of Information and Technology Systems (New York, NY)

Communications Officer (Ahmedabad, India)

Urban Planning and Non-motorized Transport Specialist (Ahmedabad, India)

Senior Urban Transport Planning Specialist (Ahmedabad, India)

Campaign Assistant

The Campaign Assistant will report to both the Communications Officer and the Development & Outreach Officer. The Campaign Assistant will provide administrative and logistical support for all aspects of the “Our Cities, Ourselves,” campaign, an exhibition opening at the American Institute of Architects Center for Architecture in June 2010. This is a 4-month, temporary position.

Primary Responsibilities

The Campaign Assistant will assist in the coordination of all aspects of Our Cities, Ourselves, an exhibition and communications campaign. This position will require working from home.

Will require some evening and weekend work at the Center for Architecture during the run of the exhibition June 24-September 11, 2010

Responsibilities include:

• Developing online ITDP historical timeline including photo and content research, scanning and formatting photos for web use and writing web content.
• Working with members of the staff on scheduling, text, review, design plans, installation, etc.
• Assisting with exhibition development.
• Working closely with the Communications Officer with regard to the research aspects of exhibition development, including comparative statistics for use in the exhibit and on the website.
• Coordinating production and logistics for site photographs and historical artifacts to be included in exhibition and website
• Obtaining required rights and permissions for historical photos and objects used in the exhibition and printed materials.
• Participating in discussions with the exhibition designer as needed.
• Entering all exhibition objects into a checklist format for preliminary and final checklists of the exhibition.
• Assisting with event planning and day-of logistics for openings and public programs

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Training:

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, art history, urban planning, design or related field
• Knowledge of urban planning, architecture, design or related field

Work Experience:

• Experience working in an office environment required
• Experience working in a museum or gallery preferred
• Experience with event planning preferred

Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Successfully demonstrated research, organizational, and time management skills.
• Successfully demonstrated ability to work well under minimal supervision and deadlines.
• Demonstrated experience working as part of a team.
• Knowledge of current computer programs (e.g., Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel, Adobe Creative Suite 4, Google Docs, Google Sites, Expression Engine)
• Ability to manage several tasks simultaneously
• Initiative and ability to self-manage
• Solid follow-through

Compensation and Benefits

$15 per hour, 20 hours per week for 4 months

To Apply

To be considered for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter to with Campaign Assistant in the subject line. The last date to apply is March 25, 2010.

No phone calls. Inquiries received via phone call or direct email will not be eligible for review.

Director of Information and Technology Systems

ITDP is seeking a Director of Information and Technology Systems for its New York office to set up systems for sharing information both internally and externally, as well as formalizing our IT systems. This position will report to the Chief of Staff and work closely with the Communications and Development team, the Global programs team, and the field offices.

S/he will create the IT strategy, policies, standards, practices and security measures for the organization. S/he will contribute to general business planning regarding technology and systems required to maintain operations and competitiveness, as well as recognize new developments in information systems technology and anticipate organizational modifications. He/she will align systems within the organization, serving internal customers such as finance, communications, development, best practices/research team, and field offices.

It is critical that this person understands ITDP’s goals and is able to align technical goals with operational ones.

The main focuses for the position will be to:

• Work together with the Chief of Staff and the Vice Director for Global Programs to develop the organization’s IT, information management and sharing, and strategic communications systems;
• Evaluate and determine long term technology strategies to meet the current demands and the organization’s longer range goals;
• Work closely with ITDP program staff, many working from international locations, on implementing, evaluating, and improving information management and sharing; and
• Provide technical support for a combination of desktop, server and network hardware, software and peripheral equipment; upgrading existing hardware and software; correcting reported hardware and/or software problems; integrating and maintaining system-wide databases; and working with service vendors to maintain local area network, security system, telecom, point-of-sales system, and website.

Duties and Responsibilities

Includes the following and other duties as assigned:

• Develop and maintain ITDP’s information and technology systems
• Evaluate the current information technology systems and needs of key internal/external customers.
• Help establish performance measures, monitor results and help the Chief of Staff evaluate the effectiveness of the organization’s technology.
• Facilitate information sharing and learning by understanding the current and emerging needs of different groups and identifying tools and developing strategies to facilitate resource sharing.
• Plan and implement effective training and support initiatives for information management and sharing within the organization.
• Enhance collaborative communication technologies.
• Work with outside consultants and service providers, including negotiating fees and contracts for services to enhance cost-effectiveness of IT, communications, and knowledge management.
• Stay current on industry development of new products, software, hardware, telecommunications, infrastructure support and other related technologies.
• Develop standard operating procedures
• Providing in-house technical support, including purchasing and setting up work stations, as well as provide remote technical assistance and guidance to the field offices
• Maintaining hardware, peripheral and software inventories and purchasing as needed
• Manage the network, including the LAN, internet connections, and telecom integration.
• Manage email system, including hosting, servers, staff e-mail addresses (assigning to new staff; handling terminated), creating distribution lists, troubleshooting problems
• Performing back-ups and software and security updates on workstations in the New York office and make recommendations for field offices
• Ensuring local and remote secure access to shared files
• Coordination and integration of various tools (i.e., third-party email solutions, CRM, online survey tools, online payments, handheld devices)
• General troubleshooting and software support, including graphic software, and handling specific information requests from staff.
• Develop a taxonomy and process for tagging and linking network knowledge assets (e.g. publications from the network) on and off line.
• Build and manage ITDP’s web properties
• Budget and plan for yearly IT goals
• Provide guidance on maintaining donor database and helping to ensure integrity of data and data entry procedures

Qualifications

The successful applicant will have the following minimum qualifications:

• Has worked in or understands the complexities of a multi-site, international environment and the issues faced in developing countries.
• 5+ years of experience with organizational IT systems work and project management.
• Professional knowledge and experience with document management systems, web content management systems, information tools, knowledge sharing techniques, and IT social media platforms.
• Must have experience or familiarity with Windows Server 2003, PHP, Expression Engine (or similar CMS)
• Proficient in MS Access or similar database software, including donor management systems
• Proven capability to maintain relationships with users in a network, as well as various contractors and vendors.
• Excellent writing skills and an ability to synthesize key findings.
• BS/BA degree or equivalent.
• Will be required to travel once a year to staff meeting location, which may be in a developing country
• Strong commitment to advancing ITDP’s mission and to environmental and social justice.

Knowledge of:

• Operational characteristics of a variety of computer platforms, networks, software applications and operating systems
• Methods and techniques used in the installation, testing, troubleshooting and maintenance of PCs, Macs, servers, printers and related equipment
• Methods and techniques of website design, interactivity, and development
• Methods and techniques used in maintaining information system security
• Methods and techniques of providing user assistance

Compensation and Benefits

ITDP is an equal opportunity employer and offers a competitive salary and benefits package based on experience.

To Apply

To be considered for this position, please submit a resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to with IT Director in the subject line. The last date to apply is March 19, 2010.

No phone calls. Inquiries received via phone call or direct email will not be eligible for review.

Communications Officer

ITDP is seeking an enthusiastic, capable Communications Officer to be based at the organization’s Ahmedabad, India office. The Communications Officer will be responsible for getting the word out about the India office’s projects, disseminating information in India on transport planning best practices, and initiating a web presence for the ITDP India office.

Duties and responsibilities

• Prepare outreach materials
• Manage workshops, car-free days, and other events
• Prepare India-related content for ITDP newsletters and magazines
• Prepare profiles of beneficiaries of ITDP projects
• Coordinate with delegations visiting the Ahmedabad BRT system and other similar visits
• Design and maintain an itdp.org sub-site for the ITDP India office
• Contribute to ITDP’s online tools, coordinating materials from the India office for sharing internally and externally
• Develop outreach material for public consumption
• Prepare templates for presentations
• Manage timelines and the calendar for the ITDP India office
• Receive queries to the ITDP India office and draft responses
• Liaise with news media and ITDP partners, including the Climateworks Foundation and the Shakti Sustainable Energy Foundation
• Track ITDP India’s press hits, as well as sustainable transport-related topics in the news and compile relevant articles on a weekly basis to share with staff
• Work with the Communications Officer in headquarters to ensure information sharing.

Qualifications

• Commitment to advancing ITDP’s mission of promoting environmental sustainability and social equitability
• Broad understanding of and interest in sustainable transport and development issues
• Excellent writing, networking and communication skills.
• Ability to edit technical reports and documents for them to be useful for general consumption.
• Excellent graphic design and presentations skills
• Strong computer skills, including competence in Illustrator, Indesign, Photoshop, Powerpoint, document templates, content management software, wikis, and social networking websites
• A Masters Degree in a relevant field, such as communication, journalism, or literature, plus at least two years of relevant experience.
• Fluency in English and Hindi
• Experience in developing countries related to transportation or development desired, along with experience working in long-distance teams.
• Willingness to travel, including some international travel.

Compensation and Benefits

ITDP is an equal opportunity employer and offers a competitive salary and benefits package based on experience.

To Apply

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, writing samples, and names and contact information for three references to . The position is open until filled.

No phone calls. Inquiries received via phone call or direct email will not be eligible for review.

Urban Planning and Non-motorized Transport Specialist

ITDP is seeking an urban planner/designer with specific experience in non-motorized transport planning and infrastructure design for its India office.

Duties and responsibilities

• Prepare physical designs of pedestrian and bicycle facilities
• Prepare renderings and visuals for NMT interventions
• Set up surveys and conduct safety audits
• Interact with NMT users at project sites to determine their needs and preferences
• Liaison with engineering and planning staff in partner city governments
• Assist with preparation of updates and revisions to ITDP’s Street Design Manual for Indian cities

Qualifications

• Commitment to advancing ITDP’s mission of promoting environmental sustainability and social equitability
• Understanding of the needs of pedestrians and NMT users and driving behaviour of motorists, particularly in Indian/developing country contexts
• Understanding of best practices in urban design and urban planning
• Familiarity with transit oriented development mechanisms
• Excellent graphic design and presentations skills
• Strong computer skills, including competence in Autocad, Illustrator, Indesign, Photoshop and Powerpoint.
• Basic skills in GIS
• A Masters Degree in a relevant field, such as architecture, civil engineering, urban planning, or urban design, plus three to five years of relevant experience. International experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability in team formation and management.
• Fluency in English and Hindi
• Willingness to travel, including some international travel.

Compensation and Benefits

ITDP is an equal opportunity employer and offers a competitive salary and benefits package based on experience.

To Apply

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, writing samples, portfolio and names and contact information for three references to . The position is open until filled.

No phone calls. Inquiries received via phone call or direct email will not be eligible for review.

Senior Urban Transport Planning Specialist

ITDP is seeking a transport planner with experience in public transport operations and financial planning and transportation economics to be based at the organization’s Ahmedabad, India office.

Duties and responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate public transport passenger surveys and set up databases to manage the resulting data
• Using data from surveys or and other secondary sources, create transport models for analyzing performance of existing public transport routes as well as testing future routing options
• Prepare financial analyses of public transport operations
• Work with government staff in partner cities to build capacity in public transport planning, system optimization and financial planning
• Develop travel demand management strategies, including parking policies and management, financial tools for transit oriented development
• Assist with institutional structure planning

Qualifications

• Commitment to advancing ITDP’s mission of promoting environmental sustainability and social equitability
• Experience with transportation demand modelling in developing countries, particularly in the context of public transport planning
• Expertise in institutional structure design and management
• Familiarity with database management and statistical analysis techniques
• Good grasp of transportation economics and financial analysis
• Excellent presentations skills and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent computer skills, including competence in database software, spreadsheets, GIS software, and transport modeling software (Emme, Transcad, Cube, or equivalent)
• Understanding of IT systems in public transportation
• A Masters Degree in a relevant field, such as civil engineering, urban planning, or transport planning, plus three to five years of relevant experience on live projects (non-academic exercises). Those with examples of their work implemented on ground would be preferred
• Demonstrated ability in team formation and management.
• Fluency in English and Hindi
• Willingness to travel, including some international travel.

Compensation and Benefits

ITDP is an equal opportunity employer and offers a competitive salary and benefits package based on experience.

To Apply

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, writing samples, reports of implemented projects and names and contact information for three references to . The position is open until filled.

No phone calls. Inquiries received via phone call or direct email will not be eligible for review.