Project Manager-Sustainable Livelihood

Job Description

• Designation: Project Manager-Sustainable Livelihood & Agriculture
• Organization: SwitchON Foundation
• Location: Maharashtra (with extensive travel across Eastern & Western India)
• Work Experience: Minimum 68 years in agriculture, renewable energy, climate change, or rural development projects (flexible to 45 years for exceptional candidates)
• Compensation: Up to 5 Lakhs per annum (Fixed) + Variable Pay + Commitment Bonus (aligned with experience, qualifications, and current salary)
• Language Proficiency: Hindi, English, and preferably Marathi

About SwitchON Foundation

Established in 2008, SwitchON Foundation is a pioneering non-profit organization committed to driving sustainable development through climate-resilient agriculture, clean energy, green livelihoods, and industry decarbonization. With a passionate team of over 175 professionals, we operate across 10 states in India, empowering communities with climate-smart technologies and practices.

Recognized as a Great Place to Work, SwitchON Foundation takes pride in its inclusive and diverse workplace with strong representation of women in leadership roles. Our impact is amplified through innovative programs, social enterprises, and strategic policy advocacy.

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Position Summary

The Project Manager Sustainable Livelihood & Agriculture will lead and manage SwitchONs sustainable agriculture and livelihood projects across Maharashtra. The role requires a strong grounding in farmer institution strengthening, value chain development, compliance support, and project management, with the ability to build partnerships with government, CSR, NGOs, and academic institutions. The position will also play a key role in mentoring field staff and enabling FPOs/SHGs to become market-ready, compliant, and self-sustaining.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Implementation

• Design and implement sustainable agriculture and livelihood projects aligned with program goals.
• Manage project budgets, timelines, compliance, and reporting to donors and management.
• Regularly review and monitor day-to-day operations of FPOs and farmer institutions.
• Ensure alignment of field activities with project targets and donor requirements.

Institutional Strengthening & Capacity Building

• Strengthen farmer institutions (FPOs/SHGs) and develop agriculture value chains.
• Support FPOs in compliance, licenses, business operations, and governance systems.
• Facilitate training, mentoring, and exposure visits for field staff, FPO leaders, and community members.

Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and manage partnerships with district administration, government departments, CSR partners, NGOs, and academic institutions.
• Promote scheme convergence and leverage government/CSR resources for FPOs and rural communities.
• Represent SwitchON Foundation in regional forums, meetings, and collaborations.

Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting

• Develop and track project MIS, M&E frameworks, and dashboards.
• Document progress, prepare reports, and share insights with internal teams and external donors.
• Conduct periodic reviews and impact assessments for continuous program improvement.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

Education:

• Masters degree in Rural Development, Agribusiness Management, Environmental Science, Social Science, or related fields.

Experience:

• 68 years of relevant experience in agriculture, climate change, renewable energy, or rural development projects.
• Experience in strengthening FPOs, compliance management, market linkages, and farmer institution building.
• Flexible to 45 years for candidates with demonstrated field leadership and partnership-building skills.

Skills:

• Strong project management, partnership building, and stakeholder engagement.
• Expertise in community mobilization and farmer institution building.
• Proficiency in data tracking, M&E systems, reporting, and documentation.
• Excellent communication skills in Hindi, English, and preferably Marathi.
• Ability to travel extensively (4050%) for field supervision, training, and stakeholder engagement.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Knowledge of renewable energy integration in agriculture.
• Exposure to policy advocacy and digital agriculture tools.

Reporting Structure

• Reports To: State Lead – Maharashtra
• Direct Reports: 5–10 field staff, community mobilizers, and project officers

Travel Requirements

40–50% travel across Eastern & Western India for field visits, training, and partnership meetings.

Compensation

• Annual CTC: 5 Lakhs per annum (Fixed)
• Additional Benefits: Variable Pay + Commitment Bonus (Compensation will be aligned with experience, qualifications, and current salary)
• Reimbursement: Official travel, stay, and logistics as per organizational policy

Application Process

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