Designation: Municipal Finance Expert
Studio: Urban Design Studio
Location: Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Experience: 5+ years
About Jana Urban Space Foundation
Jana Urban Space Foundation (Jana USP) is a Bengaluru-based not-for-profit institution working to transform the spatial dimension of India’s cities and towns — enhancing quality of life through urban planning and design across both policy and practice. Placing communities and environmental sustainability at the heart of design, Jana USP works on land titling, spatial and street design reforms, and the preparation of regional, master, and neighborhood plans. Its projects span the Tender S.U.R.E. (Specifications for Urban Road Execution) program for road infrastructure improvement; the rejuvenation of public spaces such as markets, bus stands, lakes, parks, heritage precincts, and community centers; and Neighborhood Improvement Plans NIPs) as building blocks of cities.
In the two decades, Jana USP has partnered with governments at the union, state, and city level including NITI Aayog (formerly the Planning Commission), the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA), and the Governments of Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, Assam, Meghalaya, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan to advance urban planning and design reforms.
Currently, Jana USP has partnered with the Government of Uttar Pradesh, supporting the Urban Roads Infrastructure Development Agency (URIDA) under the Chief Minister’s Green Road Infrastructure Development Scheme (CM GRIDS) — managing road redevelopment projects across 17 cities. In collaboration with the Urban Development Department of Uttar Pradesh, Jana USP is also preparing a Green Schedule of Rates, Street Design Guidelines, and Urban Street Branding Guidelines. In Odisha, Jana USP runs the Odisha Urban Design Hub (OUDH) — a state-level PMU that identifies, designs, and executes projects while formulating urban design policies, including the ongoing design of the Mahanadi Waterfront in Cuttack. In Assam, Jana USP is a partner to Doh Shaher Ek Rupayan to transform 10 cities, specifically on identifying projects and implementing them under a Move Play, Eat, Include framework. In Karnataka, it is piloting 15-Minute Neighborhoods in Bengaluru and Manipal.
About the project
The Odisha Urban Design Hub (OUDH) is a flagship initiative to provide state-level technical support for urban design, public realm improvement, and capacity building. OUDHwill work closely with SUDA, HUDD, and local municipalities to drive strategic interventions such urban design reforms, policy guidance, and deliver high-impact projects across Odisha.
We are seeking dynamic, mission-driven professionals to join our Bhubaneswar-based OUDH team.
Role Overview
- Design and implement fiscal strategies focusing on revenue enhancement, expenditure efficiency and financial sustainability.
- Advise on municipal bonds, credit ratings, and innovative financing mechanisms including land value capture, PPPs, and user charges for the shelf of projects identified.
- Collaborate with government agencies, donors, and financial institutions to mobilize resources and align funding with urban development priorities.
Qualifications and Experience
- Master’s degree in Finance or Public Policy.
- 5+ years of experience in infrastructure financing, municipal financing & procurement, and public-private partnership models
Desired Competencies
- Strong skills in infrastructure and municipal finance.
- Expertise in PPP frameworks and fiscal policy.
- Financial modeling and cost-benefit analysis.
Why Join Us?
JanaUSP is an equal opportunity employer and offers a highly dynamic and enabling work environment. We provide competitive remunerationcommensurate with relevant experience skill-sets and background.
The selected candidate for this role will have the opportunity to shape Odisha’s urban future through high-impact design and policy. The role offers exposure to complex, large-scale assignments and the chance to work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team at the intersection of governance, design, and community. This environment supports continuous learning, professional growth, and the ability to make a tangible impact on cities and communities.
This role is based out of Bhubaneswar, Odisha
To Apply: Submit your CV, portfolio, and LinkedIn profile to work@janausp.org with “Municipal Finance Expert- OUDH-<Your Name>” in the subject line.