Opportunities with WASSAN

Working at WASSAN means being a part of the team.

WASSAN (Watershed Support Services and Activities Network), Hyderabad since 1999. WASSAN is a network-based organisation focusing on improving the quality of mainstream programs in natural resources management and livelihoods. It engages actively in policy advocacy initiatives at state and national level mainly related to rainfed agriculture. It also provides field level support services to a large number of watershed development and other programs implemented by the civil society in partnership with communities. Currently, WASSAN has around 300 employees spread in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Odisha and Jharkhand.

Interested candidate may apply. Women are strongly encouraged to apply. WASSAN retains the right to withdraw the job at any stage as per its convenience. Advertisement does not mean recruitment.

Programme Officer (Seed)

Program Officer (Seed)

Programme:
Shree Anna Abhiyan (Special programme for promotion of millets in Odisha)

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No. of Positions:
1

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Type of Job:
Coordination and Technical Support

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Reporting to:
Research Manager, Shree Ann Abhiyan

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Period of Contract:
The contract will be for a period of 2 years after an initial probation period of 6 months and can be extended subject to satisfactory performance and project period extension.

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Salary:
Salary offered is in the range of Rs 35,000–Rs 40,000 per month commensurate to qualification & experience of the candidate. Excluding TA/DA.

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Job Description:
1. Conducting Participatory Varietal Trial (PVT) in millets
2. Quality seed production and Mass selection in millets
3. Planning and monitoring of organic millet production, Crop Diversity Blocks (CDB)
4. Conducting Multi-location trial in millets
5. Assist in Project training and capacity-building programs on crop production
6. Data collection, compilation and analysis
7. Report preparation & Submission
8. Liaisoning with various Government and Non-Government organization
9. Assist Research team in presentation preparation & publications
10. Any other work assigned by the organization head when and where required.

Desired Candidate Profile:

● M. Sc. (agriculture/Botany/life science) with 3-7 years’ experience in relevant sector
● An ability to travel around Odisha and outside of the state.
● Good writing, presentation, documentation, and oral communication skills in Odia, English, and Hindi, as well as knowledge of indigenous languages, would be considered an asset.
● Willing to be flexible with work timings.

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How to Apply:
Interested people may apply through Google Form:
https://forms.gle/9idrNX2xCuhRkts17

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Last Date to Apply:
26/01/2025

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More information about the project can be found at www.wassan.org. WASSAN believes in equal employment opportunity and strongly encourages women to apply. WASSAN retains the right to withdraw the advertisement at any point in time without any further notice or explanation.

Opportunities with Partners / Networks

We offer internships throughout the year. Interns are not provided any remuneration, food and accommodation. But, they will be equipped with professional skills and provided with a certificate upon successful completion of the internship.

“To new perspectives”

Interning at WASSAN will offer you fresh perspectives you never knew you needed.

WASSAN is operated by a stellar team of practitioners who can help you receive hands-on learning in your chosen field.

Besides, an internship will help you understand how the non-profit ecosystem works and develop leadership abilities. With WASSAN being a well-recognised organisation among reputed educational institutions and corporations, an internship certificate from us will prove to be valuable on your resume.

Thank you for your inquiry about employment opportunities at WASSAN.

Currently, we don’t have any open positions, but if you are interested in possible future opportunities, please apply below

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