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India needs 35 million green jobs by 2047

India faces a dual challenge of environmental sustainability and need for rapid economic growth.With a population projected to exceed 1.6 billion by 2047, the demand for employment will be immense, especially as traditional industries face disruption from automation and climate change impacts. Green jobs offer a solution by fostering economic resilience with environmental outcomes, crucial for achieving India’s global commitments. Additionally, creating green jobs can empower youth, enhance rural livelihoods, and bridge the urban-rural development divide, ensuring an inclusive and sustainable future for all.

WeforWater fellowship creates skilled workforce for green economy.
It is India’s first apprenticeship program to skill youth in becoming workers, leaders, managers and enablers for sustainability. 

Green jobs are decent jobs that preserve/ restore the environment either in new green sectors or in conventional sectors

Fellows develop 21st Century skills through on- ground experiential learning and reflection.
The fellows go through a one year long process where they are attached to one of the projects. In the process they get an opportunity to interact with the community as well as various experts in the sector, preparing them to enter the Green economy with the right competencies and a long term vision.

One-year Green Apprenticeship to create Water Secure Communities

Focus on Six Tracks

Green Apprenticeship
Water

WATER
MANAGEMENT

Forestry

FORESTRY

Design

DESIGN &
OPERATIONS

Waste

WASTE
MANAGEMENT

Agriculture

AGRICULTURE

Research

RESEARCH &
DATA HANDLING

Program Structure
  • Phase 1: Attitude (Heart), Knowledge (Head), and Skill (Hand) Development
    • Core Modules
    • Track-Specific Modules
    • Duration: 6 months
  • Phase 2: Learning by Doing
    • Field-Based Exposure
    • Dissertation
    • Duration: 6 months
  • Total number of training days: 250
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  • Articulation of Personal and Community Intention
  • Community Mobilization and Relationship Building
  • Action and Reflection Debriefs within Teams
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  • Supervising Construction & Development
  • Reading and Interpretation of Monitoring Devices
  • Action and Reflection Debriefs within Teams
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  • Proposal Drafting, Reporting & Documenting
  • Supporting Audits, Review and Impact Evaluation
  • Basic Understanding of Governance, Financing & IT

Potential job placements with an average salary of INR 25,000/ month

Job Placements
Forest Inventory Technician: Conduct forest inventories, measuring tree growth etc.
Forest Restoration Assistant: Assist in reforestation and restoration projects
Timber Harvesting Supervisor: Oversee timber harvesting ensuring compliance
Wildlife Conservation Technician: Monitor wildlife populations, conduct surveys
Agronomy Assistant: Assist agronomists in field research, crop management
Farm Management Assistant: Gain hands-on experience in farm operations
Agricultural Extension Worker: Work with farmers to implement best practices and tech
Crop Research Assistant: Assist in field trials, collecting and analysing agricultural data
Water Quality Analyst: Monitor and analyse water quality data
Water Resource Technician: Assist in management & conservation of water resources
Hydrologist Assistant: Support in studying water cycles & groundwater levels
Community Outreach Coordinator: IEC on water conservation practices
Waste-to-Energy Technician: O&M equipment for converting waste to energy
Waste Compliance Officer: Ensuring compliance with waste management regulations
Landfill Operations Assistant: Assists in landfill operations as landfill gas monitoring
Environmental Educator: Design & deliver programs on waste management & recycling

Journey of fellows reflecting professional and economic growth

Fellowship Journeys
Jitendra
Name: Jitendra
Village: Bhondsi, Gurugram
Salary: From 14k to 30k per month
From ITI in Plumbing to becoming an on-site Water Project Supervisor
Aakash
Name: Aakash
Village: Bhokarka, Manesar
Salary: From 13k to 30K per month
From data entry operator to becoming a drone operator and GIS associate
Ismail
Name: Ismail
Village: Devilal colony, Gurugram
Salary: From 20k to 28k per month
From sales executive to becoming AutoCAD and Forestry expert

Support a Water-Secure Future

At GuruJal, we revive ecosystems, recharge groundwater, and empower communities to adapt to climate change. From restoring lakes to piloting green infrastructure, every initiative brings us closer to a resilient, water-positive India.

Join hands with us to scale this impact. For collaborations and support:

📧 Email: management@gurujal.org
📞 Phone: (+91) 95321 89695