Lead Information Technology And Systems

About the job Lead Information Technology and Systems Location Banswara Udaipur Jaipur Rajasthan Organizational Context Our partner organization is a grassroots community-based non-profit working across rural and tribal regions of western India With a strong foundation in participatory development principles the organization focuses on advancing holistic rural transformation through agroecology community-led governance children s rights and climate resilience As the organization enters a new phase of growth and digital integration it seeks a Lead Information Technology and Systems to design and implement a robust community-centric Management Information System MIS and Digital Learning Management System LMS that can strengthen knowledge management decision-making and learning across programs Job Purpose The role will play a central part in digitizing and systematizing data on rural and tribal communities agriculture climate-resilient practices and indigenous knowledge The ideal candidate will build internal capacity for data-driven decision-making facilitate cross-regional knowledge exchange and strengthen the organization s digital infrastructure Key Responsibilities A Technical Leadership and System Development Lead the design development and rollout of an MIS platform to track community data program outcomes and research insights Oversee the creation and deployment of a user-friendly LMS for knowledge exchange and learning among field teams and partner organizations Ensure system interoperability scalability and data integrity Manage day-to-day IT support including troubleshooting hardware software and network issues Maintain IT infrastructure asset inventories software licenses and version control records B Capacity Building and Documentation Train internal teams field staff and civil society partners in using digital tools and systems Develop user manuals standard operating procedures SOPs and other technical documentation Lead digital literacy initiatives for rural users to enhance adoption and long-term sustainability C Coordination with Vendors and External Agencies Oversee and evaluate external consultants or agencies engaged for MIS LMS development Ensure compliance with project specifications timelines and data privacy standards D Strategic Technology Planning Provide technical inputs to organizational strategies and operational plans Explore emerging technologies and propose innovative IT solutions to strengthen rural and community development programs Stay updated on sector trends and digital data governance requirements Qualifications and Experience Master s degree in Information Technology Computer Science Data Systems or a related discipline Minimum 10 years of experience in designing implementing and maintaining IT systems Proven experience with MIS LMS platforms and digital capacity-building initiatives Experience in the development or social impact sector is preferred Skills and Competencies Strong expertise in database management cloud-based systems and open-source platforms Excellent project management and problem-solving skills Effective communication skills in English and Hindi Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities Our partner organization offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and a collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth and leadership We strongly encourage women candidates to apply and contribute to building an inclusive and equitable development ecosystem