Agricultural Engineer

WHO ARE WE:
Instituted on August 16, 2016 Tata Steel Foundation (TSF) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Steel Limited mandated with the responsibility of executing CSR for Tata Steel. A Section 8 company, TSF is rapidly growing multilocational organization spread across Odisha, Jharkhand, Maharashtra, Bengal, Punjab and Delhi-NCR with over 1600+ people and presence in over 16 units. With a vision to create an enlightened and equitable society, we are committed towards playing a larger role in India's sustainable development by embedding wider economic, social and environmental objectives through its programmes.

Location of Posting
: Jharkhand/Odisha

Employment Type
: Contractual

Purpose of the Role:
Apply knowledge of engineering technology and agriculture science towards resolving problems and issues concerned with water, land & farm sectors that enhances soil health and promotes sustainable farming practices.

Key Deliverables:

• Conduct site surveys to identify potential sites for watershed development projects.
• Design and cost estimation of soil and water conservation measures.
• Formulation, planning, implementation and monitoring of watershed and climate proofing projects.
• Develop detailed project plans in consultation with local communities and other stakeholders.
• Coordinating with government agencies, NGOs, and other organizations to obtain necessary approvals and permissions for project implementation.
• Provide technical assistance and training to local communities and project partners in areas such as soil conservation, water management and crop cultivation.
• Supervising the construction of various structures required for watershed development, such as check dams, farm ponds and contour trenches.
• Monitor and evaluate the progress of the project and making necessary adjustments to ensure project objectives are met.
• Collect and analyse data related to the project, such as soil and water quality, vegetation cover and crop yields.
• Prepare and maintain project MIS to track progress and for further review by management and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and safety standards during project implementation.
• Participate in outreach activities to promote the project and its objectives to the local community and other stakeholders.

Minimum Qualification:
A full-time B.Tech/M.Tech degree in Agriculture/Civil Engineering from a reputed Institute.

Work Experience:
3-8 Years of relevant experience

Technical Skill Sets:

• Community Engagement and Institutional Building
• Data-driven Planning and Monitoring
• Stakeholder and Partnership Management
• Resource Mobilization and Scheme Linkages
• Livelihood Diversification and Allied Activities

Behavioral Skill Sets:

• Aligned to TATA Values(Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Pioneering, Unity & Respect)
• Strong Interpersonal Skills and Collaborative Approach
• Self-Motivated, Result-oriented, Sensitive to cultures & diversity
• Strategic Thinking and Decision Making
• Accountability and Ownership