Program Manager

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About SwitchON Foundation

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Position Summary

SwitchON Foundation is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead climate-resilient agriculture and FPO capacity-building initiatives across West Bengal and Maharashtra. The role involves strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, program execution, and impact monitoring, with a strong emphasis on strengthening FPOs, women’s participation, and sustainable agriculture.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Planning & Implementation

• Lead the design and implementation of climate-resilient agriculture programs
• Increase FPO revenue through supply chain improvements and market linkages
• Promote women’s leadership in agriculture by enrolling women farmers into FPOs
• Facilitate awareness programs on FPO benefits, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship
• Drive adoption of CRA techniques and innovative agri-technologies
• Support branding, packaging, and quality control for FPO product marketing

• FPO Capacity Building

• Strengthen governance, financial sustainability, and operations of FPOs
• Train farmers in climate-smart agriculture and financial management
• Facilitate access to schemes, markets, and financial institutions

• Stakeholder Engagement

• Build partnerships with farmers, NGOs, government agencies, and research bodies
• Advocate for policies supporting climate-resilient agriculture

• Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting

• Develop M&E frameworks and track program outcomes
• Prepare detailed reports for donors and leadership and ensure timely course correction

• Resource Mobilization

• Identify grant opportunities and assist in proposal development
• Manage budgets and ensure efficient resource use

• Knowledge Management & Innovation

• Organize learning workshops, exposure visits, and peer-to-peer exchanges
• Stay abreast of trends in agroecology, FPO innovation, and rural development

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

Education:

Experience:

• 8–10 years in agriculture, climate change, or rural development programs
• Minimum 5+ years with FPOs, SHGs, or farmer groups in value chain/agri-marketing
• Strong experience in program design, execution, and stakeholder engagement
• Exposure to donor and government agency coordination (e.g., NABARD)
• Background in working with women’s groups is preferred

• Skills:

• Expertise in FPO functioning, rural livelihoods, and agri-supply chains
• Strong marketing and communication skills
• Proficiency in program management tools and Microsoft Office
• Leadership and people management abilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication in English and Bengali or regional dialect
• Willingness to travel extensively

Reporting Structure

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Travel Requirements

Extensive field travel across West Bengal, Maharashtra, and the North East region is expected

Compensation

Annual CTC: ₹6–7 Lakh (Fixed)

Additional Benefits: Variable Pay + Commitment Bonus

(Compensation aligned with experience, qualifications, and last salary drawn)

Application Process

To apply, please complete the application form and upload your updated CV and cover letter via the link -  🔗 https://forms.gle/NmTGoJeumhFeSKkj8