Project Associate – Sustainability - Entry Level

Position: Project Associate – Sustainability

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Experience: Entry Level

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About RICH (Research and Innovation Circle of Hyderabad):

Launched in 2017 by the Government of Telangana, Research and Innovation Circle of Hyderabad (RICH) acts as a facilitator and promotes greater collaboration between various entities in the research and innovation space. RICH is the Hyderabad Science & Technology (S&T) Cluster, an initiative spearheaded by the Office of Principal Scientific Advisor (PSA) to the Government of India. RICH has initiated multidisciplinary projects in the areas of agriculture, nutrition, health, and waste management. These projects leverage the local expertise and strengths of Telangana, and facilitate ease of access to funding from the relevant central ministries.

The Clusters work towards achieving the following broad objectives:

·     To increase India’s national & global S&T competitiveness.

·     To become regional solution providers for local industry & government.

·     To create shared S&T ecosystems in India.

RICH aims to catalyse an ecosystem that empowers innovators to transform scientific research into impactful solutions that generate wealth, employment, and create social good, and strives to foster innovation that advances society, through effective use of science and technology.

Position Overview:

6-12 month contractual position

Roles & Responsibilities:

State Dashboard Management

o  Update and manage the Telangana State Dashboard for all RAMP-related activities.

Technology Playbook Creation

o  Research and compile existing and emerging technologies, including those developed by startups, to support MSME energy transition.

Startup Grand Challenge Support

o  Assist in planning and executing state-level startup challenges aimed at solving MSME sector problems.

MSME Outreach & Onboarding

o  Reach out to MSMEs, engage them actively, and onboard them into RICH-organized events and initiatives under the RAMP Program.

Team & Project Support

o  Support the core team in documentation, communications, reporting, and event coordination as required.

Eligibility Criteria:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or any relevant discipline from a recognized university.

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Preferred Skills:

o  Interest in innovation, MSMEs, sustainability, and startup ecosystems

o  Strong communication and interpersonal skills

o  Familiarity with MS Office/Google Workspace tools

o  Eagerness to learn, adapt, and work in a team environment

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RICH is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from passionate and diverse individuals.

Apply through the link: https://forms.gle/7JK9Vscay3afazDt6