The Green Pips Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering communities through financial education, holistic wellness, and sustainable development, is seeking experienced Research Guides to mentor Junior Research Fellows (JRFs) and fellowship candidates in impactful Action Research projects engaging communities in South India. As a Research Guide, your role will involve mentoring JRFs and fellowship candidates in designing and implementing Action Research projects that directly engage communities in South India. Each researcher will collaborate with a minimum of 200 families, fostering participatory solutions over a 27-year period. Your expertise will ensure rigorous, community-driven research aligned with the organization's mission of financial empowerment and sustainable development. Key Responsibilities: - Guide JRFs and fellowship candidates in designing Action Research projects with an emphasis on participatory methodologies and community engagement. - Support researchers in connecting with a minimum of 200 families per project in South India, ensuring ethical and effective community involvement. - Provide feedback on research plans, data collection, and community interventions to maintain quality and impact. - Conduct virtual training sessions on Action Research techniques, community engagement strategies, or relevant themes. - Collaborate with the Green Pips Foundation to align projects with organizational goals and facilitate logistics for fieldwork in South India. - Assist fellows in documenting and sharing outcomes with communities, stakeholders, or through publications/presentations. Job Criteria: Education: Advanced degree (PhD or Masters) in a relevant field such as Social Sciences, Community Development, Anthropology, Economics, or related disciplines. Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in Action Research, participatory research, or community-based projects, with prior work with international institutions preferred. Skills: Expertise in Action Research methodologies, community engagement, and strong communication skills. Availability: Flexible commitment with occasional coordination for fieldwork logistics in South India. Other: Commitment to nonprofit values, willingness to collaborate on family engagement targets. Remuneration: The Green Pips Foundation offers a modest honorarium, to be discussed and agreed upon before signing the contract. Additional benefits include a certificate of contribution, networking opportunities, and hospitality support for India visits. Why Join Us - Contribute to transformative Action Research empowering Indian communities. - Mentor researchers in creating sustainable, community-led solutions. - Engage with a global network of researchers and stakeholders. - Flexible, remote role with meaningful impact over 27 years. To Apply: Please submit your CV/resume, a cover letter, and professional references to greenpipsfoundatio1@gmail.com by August 30, 2025. For inquiries, contact Vijaya Kumar at +91 7899388797 or George K Joseph at +91 8137019404. Green Pips Foundation is an equal opportunity organization committed to diversity and inclusion.,
As a Research Guide at The Green Pips Foundation, your primary responsibility will be to mentor Junior Research Fellows (JRFs) and fellowship candidates in impactful Action Research projects engaging communities in South India. You will collaborate with each researcher to engage a minimum of 200 families over a 27-year period, focusing on participatory solutions aligned with the organization's mission of financial empowerment and sustainable development. Key Responsibilities: - Guide JRFs and fellowship candidates in designing Action Research projects emphasizing participatory methodologies and community engagement. - Assist researchers in connecting with a minimum of 200 families per project in South India, ensuring ethical and effective community involvement. - Provide feedback on research plans, data collection, and community interventions to uphold quality and impact. - Conduct virtual training sessions on Action Research techniques, community engagement strategies, or relevant themes. - Collaborate with the Green Pips Foundation to align projects with organizational goals and facilitate logistics for fieldwork in South India. - Aid fellows in documenting and sharing outcomes with communities, stakeholders, or through publications/presentations. Qualification Required: - Education: Advanced degree (PhD or Masters) in Social Sciences, Community Development, Anthropology, Economics, or related disciplines. - Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in Action Research, participatory research, or community-based projects, preferably with international institutions. - Skills: Proficiency in Action Research methodologies, community engagement, and effective communication. - Availability: Flexible commitment with occasional coordination for fieldwork logistics in South India. - Other: Dedication to nonprofit values and willingness to collaborate on family engagement targets. Remuneration: The Green Pips Foundation offers a modest honorarium, to be discussed and agreed upon before signing the contract. Additional benefits include a certificate of contribution, networking opportunities, and hospitality support for India visits. If you are looking to contribute to transformative Action Research, mentor researchers in sustainable community-led solutions, engage with a global network of researchers and stakeholders, and have a flexible, remote role with a meaningful impact over 27 years, this opportunity at The Green Pips Foundation is for you. To Apply: Please submit your CV/resume, a cover letter, and professional references to greenpipsfoundatio1@gmail.com by August 30, 2025. For inquiries, contact Vijaya Kumar at +91 7899388797 or George K Joseph at +91 8137019404. Green Pips Foundation is an equal opportunity organization committed to diversity and inclusion.,