State Lead-Sustainable Livelihoods & Agriculture

Job

• Designation:

  State Lead Sustainable Agriculture & Livelihoods (CRA & FPO Program, Maharashtra)

• Organization:

  SwitchON Foundation

• Location:

  Maharashtra (Vidarbha & Nagar Region; field-based with state-level travel)

• Work Experience:

  10-12 years in sustainable agriculture, livelihoods, and FPO promotion

• Compensation:

  Up to 8 Lakhs (Fixed) + Variable Pay + Commitment Bonus + Travel/stay reimbursements as per policy

• Language Proficiency:

  Fluency in Hindi & English; Marathi preferred

Position Summary

State Lead

Key Responsibilities

• Program Leadership

• Lead planning and execution of FPO strengthening and CRA initiatives across Maharashtra.
• Ensure state programs align with SwitchONs overall mission and priorities.

• FPO & Livelihood Strengthening

• Support FPOs with legal, financial, and governance compliance.
• Build sustainable business models, market linkages, etc.

• Climate Resilient Agriculture

• Introduce and scale regenerative and low-chemical farming practices.
• Promote soil health, crop diversification, and access to sustainable inputs.
• Link farmers with schemes and incentives for climate-smart practices.
• Facilitate adoption of decentralized renewable energy (DRE) solutions in agriculture.

• Women & Farmer Collectives

• Strengthen SHGs and women farmers participation in FPOs.
• Facilitate access to mechanization through custom hiring centers and innovations.

• Partnerships & Convergence

• Build collaborations with government departments (Agriculture, NRLM, NABARD, etc.), private sector, and NGOs.
• Drive convergence with state and central schemes for maximum impact.

• Team Leadership & Capacity Building

• Manage and mentor district teams for effective ground-level implementation.
• Organize training, workshops, and exposure visits for farmers, FPO leaders, and women entrepreneurs.

• Monitoring & Reporting

• Track outcomes such as farmer income, adoption of practices, and FPO growth.
• Ensure timely documentation, reporting, and dissemination of knowledge.

• Innovation & Scale-Up

• Identify and pilot new models in agri-value chains.
• Scale successful interventions across regions.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

• Educational Qualification

• Bachelors/Master’s in Social Sciences, Economics, Public Policy, Agriculture, Rural Development, or related fields.

• Experience

• Minimum 10-12 years of experience in sustainable agriculture, livelihoods, and FPO strengthening.
• Proven expertise in project management, value chain development, and stakeholder partnerships.

• Skills & Attributes

• Strong leadership and strategic thinking.
• Expertise in FPO governance, compliance, and business planning.
• Knowledge of Climate Resilient Agriculture practices and DRE-powered solutions.
• Experience in donor, CSR, and government partnerships.
• Financial literacy and agri-business planning.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with digital tools (Google Suite, MIS, Kobo, dashboards).

Reporting Structure

• Reports To: General Manager
• Direct Reports: 4–5 district/state-level staff

Travel Requirements

• 50–60% travel across Maharashtra.
• Occasional travel to Kolkata for reviews/coordination.

Compensation

• Up to 8 Lakhs per annum (Fixed) + Variable Pay + Commitment Bonus.
• Travel/stay reimbursements as per policy.
• Full-time role, field-based.

Application Process

Interested candidates are invited to apply by filling out the application form here:
https://forms.gle/NmTGoJeumhFeSKkj8

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