IN_Senior Associate_Government Consulting_Agriculture_Advisory_Kolkata

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Job Description & Summary

Why PWC

At PwC, you will be part of a vibrant community of solvers that leads with trust and creates distinctive outcomes for our clients and communities. This purpose-led and values-driven work, powered by technology in an environment that drives innovation, will enable you to make a tangible impact in the real world. We reward your contributions, support your wellbeing, and offer inclusive benefits, flexibility programmes and mentorship that will help you thrive in work and life. Together, we grow, learn, care, collaborate, and create a future of infinite experiences for each other. Learn more about us .

At PwC, we believe in providing equal employment opportunities, without any discrimination on the grounds of gender, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, religion or other beliefs, perceived differences and status protected by law. We strive to create an environment where each one of our people can bring their true selves and contribute to their personal growth and the firm’s growth. To enable this, we have zero tolerance for any discrimination and harassment based on the above considerations.

Responsibilities

The incumbent will primarily work under the overall guidance of Central PMU and report to the state-level authorities. The broad role typically entails the following activities - · Identify Primary Agriculture Credit Society for computerization in the state · Liaise with stakeholders to gather state-specific needs and communicate the same to Central PMU/System Integrators · Provide management/technical support for project implementation and post-implementation, as well as prepare necessary MIS reports applicable to the state · Monitor the ERP implementation progress in the state and follow up with stakeholders as necessary for issue resolution · Facilitate capacity building for the state

Broad Experience & Expertise Requirements · The role requires a candidate with technology/ consulting/ business analysis/ project management / accounting experience of 3+ years · Exposure to ERP Implementation, product management, technology development will be an advantage · Candidates with exposure to Cooperatives/ Rural Banking/ AgriTech or GovTech exposure in Rural India will be preferred · Candidates having Agri-specific academic qualification/ diploma from institutes like MANAGE Hyderabad, Vamnicom Pune, NIAM Jaipur, and NAARM Hyderabad are preferred · Proficiency in the local language is preferred Specific Past Work Experience Requirements · 3+ years of Business Analysis/ Technology/ Consulting/ Project management experience · Experience in the Government sector and Agriculture domain is highly preferred · Experience in Financial Services (Credit/Lending) or in accounting will also be considered · Experience in Banking, knowledge of Common Banking systems technology modules will be an advantage.

Personality traits (a must) · Strong communications skills, both written and verbal · Ability to handle complex assignments independently · Ability to work with ambiguity. Taking a systematic, structured view of situations. · Ability to interact with client (senior government officials) · Demonstrating willingness to ‘get hands dirty’ and developing a problem-solving attitude · Strong personal and professional presence and self-confidence, capable of working effectively with senior team as well as all other levels.

Mandatory skill sets:

Government Consulting, Banking, Rural India, Agriculture Domain, Cooperative System, Communication, Collaboration, Stakeholder Management, Project Monitoring

Preferred skill sets:

Government Consulting, Banking, Rural India, Agriculture Domain, Cooperative System, Communication, Collaboration, Stakeholder Management, Project Monitoring

Years of experience required:

3-8 years

Education Qualification:

Equivalent of B-Tech/BSc or MSc in Agriculture/ MBA in Rural Management or Agri Business/ Graduate or PG in Commerce

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Travel Requirements

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Government Clearance Required?

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