Deputy Manager

1. POSITION VACANT: Deputy Manager - Geologist, Development Alternatives, New Delhi.

2. ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND:

Development Alternatives (DA), a 40 year old social enterprise dedicated to building rural enterprises, through one of its Special Purpose Vehicle, offers a complete range of online services, to help build and grow rural enterprises. The organization is committed to delivering development outcomes that are socially equitable, environmentally sound, and economically scalable.

Development Alternatives 'Low-carbon Building Materials for Sustainability' programme focuses on real transformation to reduce carbon emissions substantially and build resilience against the negative impacts of climate change. DA conducts research and develops building materials that use industrial, construction and demolition (C&D), and agri waste and have low-embodied energy. Technologies including Fly Ash Bricks, EcoKiln, and Limestone Calcined Clay Cement (LC3) are among the innovative solutions that DA delivers. DA is committed to transferring of these technologies and their know-how, establishing enterprises, and building local capacities in both national and international markets.

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1. JOB DESCRIPTION/ RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reporting to the Program Director, the Deputy Manager – Geologist (DMG) will play a pivotal role in identifying, evaluating, and managing raw materials, such as clay and limestone at different mining site, for use in low-carbon cement production. The candidate will conduct field surveys, coordinate raw material testing, and ensure the delivery of comprehensive reports to meet project objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

(1) To undertake secondary literature survey on clay, limestone and other cement and waste-based materials across India and other countries especially Africa, Asia and Pacific;

(2) Field visits to various mining sites for collection of samples of raw materials;

(3) Undertake mapping of raw materials, quantity estimation and logistics of mining;

(4) Coordination for arrangement of raw materials and management of testing;

(5) Supervision of sample receipt, documentation, sample entry and processing of raw materials;

(6) Timely delivery of reports with clients and internal satisfaction.

1. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, AND COMPETENCIES:

Qualifications:

Graduate/Postgraduate degree in Geology or Applied Geology.

Experience:

(1) Minimum one to two years of experience in field surveys, sampling, and raw material analysis;

(2) Experience in the cement industry is highly desirable.

Key Skills and Competencies:

(1) Proficient in English with excellent verbal and written communication skills;

(2) Strong report-writing and analytical skills;

(3) Demonstrated ability to undertake extensive field surveys, analyze results and adaptability to field-based challenges.;

(4) Willingness to travel extensively as part of the role.

1. COMPENSATION OFFERED:

The gross compensation for the position can be up to a maximum of Rs. 5.4 lacs per annum, depending on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and skills.

1. LOCATION: New Delhi

2. REFERENCE: DMG-DA

3. CONTACT INFORMATION:

Team SAMS

Strategic Alliance Management Services P Ltd.

1/1B, Choudhary Hetram House, Bharat Nagar

New Friends Colony, New Delhi

Phone Nos.: ;

1. APPLICATION PROCESS:

Eligible candidates interested in the position are requested to apply using the link by or before Feb 05, 2025.