Associate Manager: Quality and Quantity Management Systems (2 roles)

About QCI:

Quality Council of India (QCI) is the apex Quality body in the country, in partnership with the Indian industry. It is an independent autonomous organization created by the Department for Promotion of Industry & Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce & Industry. QCI leads a nationwide quality movement in India by involving all stakeholders, with emphasis on adherence to quality standards in products, systems, and services for promoting and protecting national interest and health and safety of its’ citizens. QCI plays a pivotal role in propagating, adopting, and adherence to quality standards in spheres like education, healthcare, environment, governance, social sectors, infrastructure, and such other areas of organized activities that have a significant bearing in improving the quality of life of the citizens and economic development of the Nation.

We’re Hiring | Build the Future of India’s Food Security Systems

Project Planning & Implementation Division (PPID)

If you thrive in fast-moving, purpose-driven environments and love turning insights into impact, we’d love to meet you.

Location:

Division

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager in leading a national initiative to evaluate and strengthen quality and quantity assurance mechanisms across India’s food supply chain ecosystem.

• Design and implement evaluation tools, checklists, and sampling methodologies.

• Oversee field assessments covering procurement, storage, movement, and retail nodes to ensure adherence to prescribed norms and quality parameters.

• Supervise and guide field teams across selected states, ensuring uniform implementation and accurate documentation of findings.

• Ensure the integration of Quality Management System (QMS) and/or Quantity Management System (QtMS) frameworks into field and data protocols.

• Coordinate the collection, validation, and analysis of field data to identify systemic and operational gaps in quality and/or quantity management practices.

• Translate field evidence into actionable insights and structured recommendations for system improvement.

• Work closely with the Project Manager to develop a Quality and Quantity Assurance Maturity Matrix for benchmarking practices across states.

• Support the design of performance monitoring indicators, dashboards, and feedback mechanisms for continuous quality improvement.

• Prepare and review interim reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and client submission.

Desired Skills & Competencies

• Strong background in quality assurance, food systems, or supply chain management with exposure to large-scale field or evaluation projects.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multi-state operations, team coordination, and process standardization.

• Sound understanding of quality management frameworks, SOP compliance, and audit processes.

• Analytical mindset with capability to handle quantitative data, performance matrices, and digital data systems.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work across government, field, and analytical teams.

• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities; comfortable operating in complex, time-sensitive environments.

• High ownership orientation with commitment to precision, integrity, and accountability in every output.

Experience & Qualification

Experience:

Qualification:

The Mindset That Fits This Role

Someone who:

• Sees both the big picture and the fine print in every operation.

• Balances rigour with practicality, data with empathy, and systems with ground reality.

• Leads through collaboration, precision, and quiet confidence.

• Believes quality and quantity are not checkboxes, they are habits of excellence.

📩 How to Apply

[Rupali.chauhan@qcin.org]

Subject Line:

(e.g., Associate Manager – PPID Food Security Project, QCI)

Your Application Must Include:

1. CV/Resume

   : Highlighting relevant experience and achievements.

2. Cover Letter (max 400 words)

   : Telling us why you want to be part of this initiative and what you’ll bring to the team.

3. Work Sample

    (optional but preferred):
4. For Analysts: a brief data analysis, visualization, or report excerpt.
5. For Communications/Documentation roles: a writing or editing sample.

6. Please mention your current CTC, expected CTC, and expected timeline of joining

    (we are looking for immediate joiners).



Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further rounds.

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