Consultant - Digital Public Infrastructure

Job Description

Program Overview for Sustainable Cities and Transport: At WRI India Ross Center we focus on 10 integrated solutions to urban challenges. Through applied research, tools, hands-on advice, and by tapping our network of global experts, we accelerate transformative urban initiatives that have the power to change Indian cities into thriving, equitable and low-carbon places that are good for people and the planet. Working at WRI India Ross Center offers you the unique opportunity to learn and grow as you collaborate with a diverse set of change agents across Delhi, Bangalore and Mumbai. As India s biggest urban focused think and do tank, we seek thoughtful, enterprise-minded and sensitive individuals who can help us support this transformation and make a positive difference to citizens everyday lives. About your role: SuThe Consultant will lead the design, development, and adoption of open, interoperable digital public infrastructure for mobility under the guidance of the Executive Director - Mobility at WRI India. This strategic role combines technical expertise with ecosystem leadership, responsible for operationalizing DPI architecture, enabling pilot execution, fostering multi-stakeholder collaboration, and driving advocacy and capacity-building efforts. Key Responsibilities: Refine and operationalize the technical architecture of the mobility DPI, incorporating use case narratives and real-world scenarios. Identify, assess, and support the development, configuration, and extension of key digital building blocks, leveraging existing DPG/DPI solutions (e.g., Beckn, DIGIT) or developing new components. Lead phased ecosystem consultations (internal, targeted, public) to validate the architecture, build stakeholder buy-in, and align on priorities. Initiate and support pilot planning, partner onboarding, operational frameworks, and troubleshooting. Champion DPI principles to relevant stakeholders through workshops, webinars, consultations, and public engagements. Collaborate with financial institutions to explore innovative funding models and incentive structures for pilots. Contribute to governance frameworks, scaling strategies, and comprehensive DPI playbooks based on pilot learnings. Deliver continuous progress reports, updated architecture drafts, pilot updates, and building block progress reports. Skills and Qualifications we seek: Strong technical expertise in system architecture, digital protocols, APIs, and data exchange frameworks. Demonstrated ability to engage multi-stakeholder ecosystems - government, private sector and civil society. Experience in leading pilot projects, technical workshops, and scaling digital solutions. Proven experience in DPI, digital infrastructure, or large-scale technology ecosystems. Excellent communication, facilitation, and project management skills. Familiarity with existing DPG/DPIs and open-source architectures. Experience with capacity building and advocacy initiatives in digital ecosystems. Understanding of financial models (blended finance, carbon credits) and governance in digital transformation contexts.