Job
Description
We are looking for a dedicated Deployment Manager to lead the on-ground execution of our Ocean Farming / Aquaculture project in Ramanathapuram District. The ideal candidate must be a Tamil native speaker with strong community mobilization skills, particularly within fishermen and fisherwomen communities. This role requires hands-on fieldwork, stakeholder coordination, project planning, and adaptability to climate and technical changes to ensure the projects success. Responsibilities Community Mobilization: Engage and mobilize fishermen and fisherwomen for project activities. Stakeholder Coordination: Work with SHG leaders, village heads, and government officials to gain support and ensure smooth implementation. Field Operations Management: Oversee field staff, plan activities according to the project timeline, and troubleshoot challenges. Project Planning Adaptation: Develop work plans and adapt strategies based on climatic conditions and technical requirements. Communication Documentation: Maintain clear communication with local communities, the project team, and officials. Document field activities, progress reports, and key learnings. Technology Data Handling: Use basic digital tools (smartphones, online reporting, GPS, WhatsApp, email) for documentation, communication, and project tracking. Regional Engagement: Actively work in villages from Olaikuda to Damodarapattinam* to strengthen participation and impact. Language: Fluency in Tamil is mandatory; basic English communication is an advantage. Experience: Prior experience in fisheries, aquaculture, or community development projects is preferred. Community Engagement: Strong skills in mobilizing fisher communities and working with SHGs or local governance structures. Project Management: Ability to plan, execute, and adapt strategies based on changing field conditions. Technology Skills: Basic digital literacy ability to use smartphones, online reporting tools, and simple data entry platforms. Adaptability: Willingness to work in challenging field conditions and adapt to climate and technical changes. Local Residency: Must be willing to work locally within Ramanathapuram District. Required Skills Qualifications: Language: Fluency in Tamil is mandatory; basic English communication is an advantage. Experience: Prior experience in fisheries, aquaculture, or community development projects is preferred. Community Engagement: Strong skills in mobilizing fisher communities and working with SHGs or local governance structures. Project Management: Ability to plan, execute, and adapt strategies based on changing field conditions. Technology Skills: Basic digital literacy ability to use smartphones, online reporting tools, and simple data entry platforms. Adaptability: Willingness to work in challenging field conditions and adapt to climate and technical changes. Local Residency: Must be willing to work locally within Ramanathapuram District. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in fisheries-related work or rural development projects*. Familiarity with government schemes and support programs related to aquaculture. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and adaptability skills. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in fisheries-related work or rural development projects*. Familiarity with government schemes and support programs related to aquaculture. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and adaptability skills.
