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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.

Program Associate (Administration)

Research Fellow (Shree Anna Abhiyan)

Program Associate (Administration)

Project:
Shree Anna Abhiyan

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Type of Job:
Administration & Office Coordination

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Location:
Bhubaneswar, Odisha

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No. of Position:
1 (One)

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Reporting to:
Program Officer- HR & Admin

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Period of Contract:
The contract will be for a period of 1 year after an initial probation period of 3 months and can be extended subject to satisfactory performance and project period extension.

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Salary:
Rs. 25,000-30,000 per month as CTO (Based on qualification & experience)

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Job Description:
1. Supervise regular cleaning and maintenance of the office building.
2. Periodic physical verification of assets.
3. Monitor and manage office utilities and minor repair works. Maintain up-to-date records of all office assets and equipment.
4. Facilitate repair, disposal, or replacement of assets as per policy.
5. Act as the receptionist/front desk point of contact for vendors, visitors, and guests.
6. Coordinate travel and logistics arrangements when required.
7. Procurement and regular stock management of office stationery and supplies.
8. Submission of original bills to the Head Office (Hyderabad) in a timely manner.

9. Maintaining the DAK (Letter Register) for incoming and outgoing correspondence.

10. Maintain attendance and registers for employees. Support onboarding logistics for new team members.

11. Manage office planting and basic gardening activities for both indoor & outdoor plants. Ensure regular watering and upkeep of plants in office premises.
12. Assist the Finance and HR teams as needed.
13. Any other task assigned by the concerned authority.

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Desired Candidate Profile:
1. Graduate in any discipline; preference given to candidates holding a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Commerce/Management/MBA/PGDM.
2. 1–2 years of relevant experience in office administration or a similar role.
3. Strong communication skills in Odia, Hindi, and English.
4. Proficient in basic computer applications, including MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
5. Ability to multitask, prioritize, and independently manage administrative responsibilities.
6. Prior experience in office coordination, vendor management, and logistics support will be an added advantage.

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How to Apply:
Interested candidates may apply through the Google Form:
https://forms.gle/B7sxK6nnVWUAURmy9

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Last Date to Apply:
16th June 2025

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For any information or queries, please feel free to reach out to us at careersodisha@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. For more information visit our WASSAN website: https://www.wassan.org.

Research Fellow (Shree Anna Abhiyan)

Project:
Shree Anna Abhiyan

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Type of Job:
Participatory research & analysis in gender, writing research papers, articles and publications.

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Location:
Bhubaneswar, Odisha

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No. of Position:
1 (One)

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Reporting to:
Associate State Coordinator, SAA

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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:
Rs. 40,000 per month as CTO (Based on experience)

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Job Description:
1. Support the design of participatory research frameworks in collaboration with consultants for multi-stakeholder consultations and dialogues focused on the intersection of gender, climate, and nutrition.
2. Facilitate multi-stakeholder consultations and dialogues to identify policy gaps in climate action, with an emphasis on integrating gender equality, women’s empowerment, and nutrition outcomes.

3. Assist in developing and coordinating capacity-strengthening frameworks for workshops involving diverse stakeholders, aimed at addressing the gendered impacts of climate change on nutrition and community well-being.

4. Conduct secondary research to identify gender-specific barriers that communities in Odisha face in accessing government schemes related to climate action and nutrition. This includes analyzing existing literature, policy documents, reports, and case studies to highlight gaps, intersectional challenges, and opportunities for improved access and inclusion.

5. Work in collaboration with the team in documentation of multi-stakeholder consultations and dialogues

6. Synthesize and analyze insights from multi-stakeholder consultations and dialogues to develop evidence-based research outputs, including research papers and articles for publication and dissemination.
7. Assist the consultants in writing policy briefs for publication and dissemination.
8. Perform tasks assigned by the team lead on gender integration across projects in WASSAN.
9. Any other task assigned by the concerned authority.

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Desired Candidate Profile:
1. Master’s or bachelor’s with 2 years experiences in Anthropology/Women studies/ Gender Studies/ Population Studies, Development Studies/ Rural Development/Tribal Studies/Social Work/Social Entrepreneurship/Agriculture etc.
2. Candidate’s age must not be more than 40 years.
3. Experiences in participatory research are preferable. Good knowledge on research methodology, data analysis, writing research papers and articles/ Experience in gender related work will be an added advantage.
4. Experience of implementing programs with community especially women groups.
5. Understanding of agriculture schemes, agriculture related livelihoods and women entrepreneurship will be an added advantage.
6. Excellent people and communication skills. Proficiency in English and Odia is mandatory.

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How to Apply:
Interested candidates may apply through the Google form:
https://forms.gle/ZC5VM3x4Ep8JoiyB8

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Last Date to Apply:
7th June 2025

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For any information or queries, please feel free to reach out to us at careersodisha@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.

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For more information visit our Official website WASSAN (https://www.wassan.org)

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.

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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.

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