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WASSAN (Watershed Support Services and Activities Network) is a prominent non-profit organization committed to fostering economic prosperity alongside ecological security for communities in rainfed regions across India. Since its inception in 1999 and based in Hyderabad, WASSAN has worked intensively in four states and engages extensively through networks in another ten states.

With an annual turnover of approximately INR 40 crores and a dedicated team of over 400 staffs across various locations, WASSAN implements impactful programs focused on natural resource management, rainfed agriculture, and agroecological transformation.

As a network-based organization, WASSAN strives to enhance the quality of mainstream programs in natural resources management and sustainable livelihoods. It plays an active role in policy advocacy at both state and national levels, particularly in the domain of rainfed agriculture. In addition, it offers field-level support services to a wide range of watershed development and livelihood initiatives implemented by civil society organizations in partnership with local communities. Currently, WASSAN has around 400 staffs across Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Odisha, New Delhi and Jharkhand.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

WASSAN reserves the right to withdraw this recruitment process at any stage without assigning any reason. This advertisement should not be considered a guarantee of employment.

Young Professionals (Entreprise Development), WASSAN Odisha

Coffee Production, Value Addition and Marketing Expert

Market Research & Sales Analytics Associate (RTE Millet Products)

Project Coordinator (Anandapur - Jharkhand)

Internal Audit Requirement & Scope

Young Professionals (Entreprise Development), WASSAN Odisha

WASSAN is inviting applications for Young Professional – Enterprise Development to support Millet Food & Processing Enterprises.

Locations:
Any District in Odisha

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Reporting to State Level:
Project Manager/Regional Coordinator

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District Level:
CDAO-Cum-PD ATMA/ DSWO of Concerned Districts

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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 35,000 to 40,000 per month as CTO (Based on experience)

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Job Description:
1. Coordinate with WSHGs, NGOs, other CBOs, WASSAN team, and government officials of Agriculture and other line departments
2. Support WSHGs on millets and food based enterprise, processing enterprise, consumption, institution building and marketing.
3. Work towards developing linkages for market, financial, technical, etc.
4. Coordinate with different partners, collaborators, donors, to strengthen WSHGs
5. .Ensure training, reviews, meeting, workshop organisation, program management, monitor project activities and regular handholding support to WSHGs.
6. Prepare reference/reading materials, modules/manuals/posters, IEC materials, videos, articles, etc.
7. Develop M&E plan including preparation of consolidated progress reports and regularly update all the MIS Database
8. Document business plans, DPRs, market plans, successful stories and disseminate through different channels and platforms etc. for the WSHGs
9. Regular field visits to different project locations and conduct regular monitoring/ review meetings with WSHGs and to ensure effective implementation.
10. Represent WASSAN in different forums/workshops/seminars/conferences related to WSHGs activities.

Desired Candidate Profile:

1. Candidate must possess a Bachelor Degree with Minimum 2 Year of work Experience or Master’s Degree in Agriculture or Rural Development/Management/ Development Studies or Social Work
2. Candidate’s age must not be more than 32 years.
3. Preference would be given to candidates having field experience in implementing or supervising & working with WSHGs. Experience of working on millets would be an advantage. Fresher’s may also apply for this position.
4. Candidate must be well versed with MS Office and Google web applications. Basic knowledge in budgeting and accounts will be an additional advantage.
5. Ability to work independently to achieve performance objectives and deliverables; &Work in a team and promote team spirit and culture
6. Candidate should have his/her own bike for commuting and possess a valid driving license.
7. Strong oral and written communication / negotiation skills in Odia (highly preferable), English, and Hindi.

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How to Apply:
Interested People may apply through the Google form:
https://forms.gle/UZeQkgwZYk5iKrGX8

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Last Date:
14/09/2026

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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 official website: https://www.wassan.org.

Internal Audit Requirement and Scope

Executive Summary & Objectives
● Objective /Primary purpose of the internal audit : Good Process and procedures and want to all systems in place like , evaluating operational efficiency, testing internal financial controls, ensuring regulatory compliance, Budget Controls verification, good governance , project and donor reporting
● Period Under Review: Financial Year 2026-2027
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Scope of Audit Work (Core Requirement)
● Finance & Accounts: Verification of Books of Accounts like Bank Book General ledgers, Journal ledgers and Bank account, BRS,Voucher checking.
● Procurement & Vendors: Verification PO – GRN – Invoices and price variance analysis. Random verifications.
● HR & Payroll: Attendance logs vs salary register, manager approval checks. TOR verifications, Renewal TOR, TOR Vs Salary /Fee disbursement, Project TORs.
● Taxation & Statutory: GST/TDS compliances filling Returns , E Chillan .
● IT & Data Security: Role-based user access controls, system logs, data backup protocols, Access rights matrix, user deletion logs for exited employees.
● Assets Verification : Assets verification, identification of Assets at all branch office, quarterly checking verification of assets register access the assets.
● Publication and Brouchers : Verification of publications and stationery, project reports, proposals are in good place or in good conditions.Others controls like kitchen verification like provisions utensil register.
Project Management: Budget Vs Actuals analysis, any discreteness like over spend and under spend and without project expenses . Verification of Reporting’s like project and financial reports FR. Strong controls on issue of products / seed/machineries and civil structure to Beneficiary, and identification of real beneficiary it should avoid dummy beneficiary and records at field level.

● Claims verification: verification of any outstanding claims from any department.

● Governance : Related suggestions on BOT Members Time Period, joing & existing correspondence , CV and BOT meetings.

● Deliverables & Reporting: Interact with Executive Secretary and Finance manager and directors with audit observations and reports and analysis the risk levels root causes, and recommended corrective with action plans.
● Support: Need to support on the areas of GST , FCAR, IT if need and support to Balance sheet and attend the scrutinise along with statutory auditor.

Any other

Minimum 2 Field visits in year maximum required on need
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How to Apply
Interested candidates/professional firms with relevant experience and a strong interest in rural livelihoods and integrated farming systems are invited to submit:
1. Updated CV/Profile
2. Brief Statement of Interest outlining relevant experience and suitability for the assignment
3. Relevant professional/organisational experience in internal audit, particularly with NGOs, development organisations or similar institutions
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Applications may be submitted to:
Ms. A. Sridevi
Program Manager – Finance
Email: sridevi@wassan.org
Mobile: 9494237219

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Last Date for Application:
31 August 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage of the selection process. For more information about WASSAN and its work, please visit www.wassan.org. WASSAN is an equal opportunity organisation and strongly encourages women candidates to apply. WASSAN reserves the right to withdraw, modify or cancel this opportunity at any stage without prior notice or assigning any reason.

Coffee Production, Value Addition and Marketing Expert

Position Type: Consultancy:
Six Months

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Consultancy Period:
September 2026 to March 2027

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Location:
Alluri Sitharama Raju (ASR) District, Andhra Pradesh

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Reporting:
The Consultant will work in close coordination with WASSAN’s project team, field teams, Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), coffee farmers and other relevant stakeholders.

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Purpose of the Assignment:
The primary objective of the consultancy is to provide technical expertise and practical field support to improve coffee production, quality, processing, value addition and market access. The Consultant will work closely with farmers, FPOs and field teams to:
● Improve coffee production and productivity through better agronomic practices.
● Promote improved harvesting and post-harvest management practices.
● Strengthen coffee quality and processing practices at the farmer and FPO levels.
● Identify and promote opportunities for coffee value addition.
● Support branding, packaging and market development initiatives.
● Facilitate market linkages between FPOs and coffee processors, roasters, traders, exporters and institutional buyers.
● Build the technical capacities of farmers, FPOs and field-level staff through training, demonstrations and continuous handholding.
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Key Responsibilities:
● Initial Assessment: Assess existing coffee production, processing, value addition and marketing practices, identifying key gaps and opportunities.
● Production Improvement Plan: Develop practical recommendations to improve coffee productivity, harvesting and pre- and post-harvest management.
● Training & Extension Materials: Develop simple, practical materials on coffee production, harvesting, processing, quality and post-harvest management.
● Capacity Building: Conduct training programmes, field demonstrations and practical learning sessions for coffee farmers, FPOs and field teams.
● Technical Handholding: Provide continuous technical guidance and field-level support to farmers, FPOs and project teams.
● Value Addition & Quality Improvement: Identify and support suitable opportunities for coffee processing, quality enhancement, value addition, grading and packaging.
● Branding & Marketing: Assess opportunities for coffee branding, packaging, positioning and market development.
● Market Linkages: Facilitate linkages between FPOs and processors, roasters, traders, exporters and institutional buyers.
● Documentation: Document good practices, field innovations, case studies, challenges and key learnings.
● Periodic Reporting: Provide regular updates and technical recommendations to the WASSAN project team.
● Final Consultancy Report: Submit a consolidated report covering activities undertaken, outcomes, key findings, market opportunities, lessons learned and recommendations for future action.

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Key Deliverables:
The Consultant will be expected to deliver the following:
1. Initial Assessment Report covering the existing coffee production, processing, value addition and marketing practices, key gaps and opportunities.
2. Coffee Production and Post-Harvest Improvement Plan with practical recommendations for farmers, FPOs and field teams.
3. Training and Extension Materials covering coffee production, harvesting, processing, quality and post-harvest management.
4. Field Demonstrations and Training Programmes for farmers, FPOs and field teams.
5. Technical Handholding and Advisory Support throughout the consultancy period.
6. Value Addition and Market Assessment identifying potential opportunities and market channels.
7. Market Linkages with relevant processors, roasters, traders, exporters and institutional buyers.
8. Documentation of Good Practices and Case Studies emerging from the field.
9. Final Consultancy Report highlighting activities undertaken, outcomes achieved, challenges, market opportunities and recommendations for sustaining and scaling the interventions.

Required Qualifications and Experience:
(a) Essential Qualifications
● Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Food Technology, Food Science, Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Rural Development or a related field.
● 7–10 years of relevant professional experience in coffee production, processing, value addition and/or marketing.
● Strong practical knowledge of coffee production and the coffee value chain.
● Demonstrated experience in training, field demonstrations and technical capacity building.
● Experience in developing and facilitating market linkages.

● Women candidates are encouraged to apply.
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(b) Preferred Experience

Preference will be given to candidates with:
● Experience working with smallholder and/or tribal coffee farmers.
● Experience working with Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), farmer collectives or producer institutions.
● Practical experience in coffee processing, quality improvement and value addition.
● Experience in coffee branding, packaging and market development.
● Experience working with coffee processors, roasters, traders, exporters or institutional buyers.
● Experience working in tribal and/or remote rural areas.
● Knowledge of the coffee value chain in Andhra Pradesh and/or the Eastern Ghats will be an advantage.
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Key Competencies and Skills:
The ideal candidate should demonstrate:
● Strong technical knowledge of coffee production and value chains.
● Practical understanding of coffee harvesting, processing and post-harvest management.
● Strong field facilitation and farmer engagement skills.
● Training and capacity-building skills.
● Ability to translate technical knowledge into simple, practical extension materials.
● Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
● Market assessment and market-linkage facilitation skills.
● Ability to work effectively with FPOs and community institutions.
● Good documentation, reporting and analytical skills.
● Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with field teams.
● Willingness and ability to travel extensively within the project area.
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Duration and Level of Engagement:
The consultancy will be for six months, from September 2026 to March 2027. The Consultant is expected to undertake regular field visits and provide technical support based on project requirements, including engagement with farmers, FPOs, field teams and market actors. However, the current recruitment process is planned for six months; it will be extended based on the performance and further scope of work.
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Place of Work:
The primary area of engagement will be Alluri Sitharama Raju (ASR) District, Andhra Pradesh, with travel to project villages, FPO locations, processing units, markets and other relevant locations as required.

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How to Apply:
Interested candidates are requested to apply through the Google Form below:
Application Form: https://forms.gle/CR3WRqtr7R4bzihM8

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Last Date for Application:
16th September 2026

WASSAN is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages women to apply. WASSAN retains the right to withdraw the advertisement at any point in time without any further.

Market Research & Sales Analytics Associate (RTE Millet Products)

Position:
Market Research & Sales Analytics Associate (RTE Millet Products)

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Location:
Hyderabad (with occasional travel to field locations)

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Employment Type:
Internship.

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Stipend:
10,000-15,000 P.M.

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Role Overview:
Support market research, RTE (Ready-to-Eat) product sales data analysis, and operational/logistical activities. Assist programme teams with insights, documentation, and field operations coordination.
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Key Responsibilities:
● Support market research related to RTE millet products, customer segments, pricing, and competitors.
● Conduct primary and secondary research to map demand, market gaps, and distribution opportunities.
● Collect, clean, and organize weekly/monthly RTE sales data from SHG-led units.
● Analyse product-wise sales trends (laddus, murukulu, mixtures, etc.) and identify fast/slow-moving SKUs.
● Provide logistical support for material movement, sample handling, and coordination between field locations and head office teams.
● Build simple dashboards for sales performance, revenue growth, and unit-wise comparisons.
● Prepare insights and recommendations to improve market reach and sales strategies.
● Use Excel/Google Sheets for all data management and reporting tasks.
● Communicate findings clearly through short reports, summaries, or presentations.
● Provide general support to the program team in research, documentation, and coordination tasks.

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Qualifications & Skills:
● Pursuing Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Management, Economics, Development Studies, Data/Business Analytics, or related fields.
● Prior experience in data handling or sales analysis is an advantage.

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How to Apply:
Interested candidates are requested to apply through the Google Form below:
https://forms.gle/6iNRBwxjPx5p2p4F9

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Application Deadline:
16th September 2026

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WASSAN is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages women to apply. WASSAN retains the right to withdraw the advertisement at any point in time without any further.

● Women candidates are encouraged to apply.
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(b) Preferred Experience

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How to Apply:
Interested candidates are requested to apply through the Google Form below:
Application Form: https://forms.gle/CR3WRqtr7R4bzihM8

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Last Date for Application:
16th September 2026

WASSAN is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages women to apply. WASSAN retains the right to withdraw the advertisement at any point in time without any further.

Project Coordinator (Anandapur - Jharkhand)

Reporting to
Project Manager

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Location:
Anandpur, Jharkhand

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Position Type:
Full Time

Roles and Responsibilities:
● Coordinate day-to-day implementation of all project activities in the Anandpur cluster, ensuring alignment with the approved workplan, LFA, and budget.
● Act as the operational bridge between the Project Manager, Cluster Coordinator, and the Technical Experts — translating programmatic plans into actionable field activities.
● Coordinate and facilitate training programmes for SRFs, LRFs, SHG members, and community institutions in the cluster — including logistics, and documentation.
● Identify convergence opportunities with block-level government officials in the cluster.
● Monitor implementation timelines, track activity milestones, and flag deviations or bottlenecks to the Project Manager for corrective action.
● Conduct regular field visits to all the villages to track farmer practice adoption, record observations, and enter data into the ODK-based MIS application.
● Coordinate the setting up of community enterprises — BRC, CHC, Seed Bank, and livestock vaccination centres.
● Facilitate baseline survey data collection and farmer profile documentation
● Organise and document monthly review and convergence meetings at the cluster level, maintaining records of resolutions, follow-up actions, and attendance.
● Ensure gender inclusion and participation of women, youth, and marginalised Adivasi farmers across all project activities.
● Coordination of all training programmes (SRF, LRF, SHG — small scale processing and enterprise building).
● Facilitate Monthly Cluster-Level Review and Convergence Meeting.

Qualifications:
● Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture/ Rural Development/ Social Work/ Environmental Science, or a related field; a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline will be an added advantage.

● Minimum 1-2 years of relevant work experience in rural livelihoods, agriculture extension, or community-based development programmes, preferably in a rainfed or tribal context.
● Demonstrated experience in coordinating field-level activities and facilitating training programmes for farmers, SHGs, and other community institutions.

● Working knowledge of monitoring and data collection tools such as ODK/KoBo Toolbox, and comfort with smartphone or tablet-based MIS applications.
● Strong coordination, facilitation, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across government departments, community institutions, and project teams.
● Proficiency in Hindi is essential; working knowledge of local tribal languages will be an added advantage.
● Willingness to travel extensively and stay in rural and remote villages within the Anandpur cluster.
● Demonstrated sensitivity and commitment to gender inclusion and the participation of women, youth, and marginalised Adivasi farmers.

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How to Apply:
Interested candidates are requested to apply through the Google Form below:
Application Form: https://forms.gle/LHEKWkJnYxvjngKz9

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Last Date for Application:
12nd September 2026

WASSAN is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages women to apply. WASSAN retains the right to withdraw the advertisement at any point in time without any further.

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

Request for Proposal (RFP)

Impact Assessment of ICDS Ragi Ladoo Programme in Sundargarh District

The Programme Secretariat, Shree Anna Abhiyan, Government of Odisha, invites proposals from eligible consultants/agencies to undertake an Impact Assessment of the ICDS Ragi Ladoo Programme in Sundargarh District.

The study will assess the programme’s impact on **child nutrition and health, consumption behaviour, programme implementation, supply chains, women’s Self-Help Groups, and local millet procurement**, and generate evidence-based recommendations for strengthening millet-based nutrition interventions.

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Key Dates & Details

RFP Issue Date: 10 August 2026
Pre-proposal Query Deadline: 17 August 2026
Proposal Submission Deadline: 25 August 2026, 5:00 PM
Proposal Opening: 27 August 2026, 11:30 AM *
Duration: 3 months
Estimated Assignment Cost: ₹7.50 lakh (inclusive of all taxes)
Bid Processing Fee: ₹2,000
EMD: ₹15,000

Eligible consultants/agencies are invited to submit their proposals as per the eligibility criteria, Terms of Reference and submission requirements specified in the RFP.

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Head Office

Plot No. 685 & 686, Street No. 12, Narasimha Swamy Colony,
Nagole, Hyderabad – 500 068, Telangana, India

Mail: mail@wassan.org

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