Project Coordinator - Orissa, India - Selco Foundation

Selco Foundation

Verified Company

Orissa, India

1 week ago

Posted by:

Deepika Kaur

beBee Recuiter

Description

Base location - Odissa (1), Northeast (1)

Position: 12 months contract.

Experience: 2-3 years

The key activities are mentioned below:

Identifying key stakeholder groups such as local communities, FPO's/FPC, Modern Retail Firms, NGOs, and various government departments/ agencies and building a partnership for efficient utilization of existing solar-powered cold storage installed by SF.
Convergence of end users with regional partners, Agri startups for better market linkage.
Conducting primary research and data collection about existing implementations of cold storage across local geographies.
Organizing training and capacity building programs and Local field coordination with all stakeholders.
Leverage existing networks, and those facilitated through partners to create the required market channels, and linkages to enable a robust business model.
Regularly report on the improvements and impact of these interventions in terms of income, utilization, and business diversification for end users.

Deliverables expected would include:

Report on Geography mapping and existing business model with detailed insights, pro's & con of solarpowered cold storages.
Identifying and building a partnership with local communities, FPO's/FPC, NGOs, and various government departments/ agencies.
Developing a suitable business model for solarpowered cold storage and other PHL interventions

Note:
This is not an exhaustive list of deliverables and activities. The role may involve additional, related activities based on progress.

Competencies:

Proven experience in Agribusiness, AgriTech, and Farmer Producer Organizations (FPO)
Hands on experience in Market linkage
Someone who worked extensively with Agri startups is an added advantage
Strong communication skill and Stakeholder management and relationship building
Proficiency in using Microsoft Office, Excel and PowerPoint and other presentation tools.
Knowledge on Fruits & vegetables trade dynamics
Ability to travel to sites as needed and perform cross

- geographic monitoring on utilization, conduct training sessions with FPOs and facilitate relevant linkages

Ability to present information in clear and presentable formats, Sample of training sessions/ reports and presentations previously prepared by the consultant should be shared
Someone who extensively worked in the FPO ecosystem.