Chief Technology Officer

Job Description 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.