1. POSITION(S) VACANT: Manager- Business Management & Marketing PCI India, Patna, Bihar2. ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND:PCI India (PCI) is a registered Indian society, which has been working in India for the past 26 years. PCI drives interventions to transform the lives of communities at scale by solving complex development problems. In the past year, PCI reached more than 1.7 crore (17 million) people in 202 districts across 15 states.Vision and Mission:Vision A happy, healthy, safe and a sustainable world for all.Mission Rooted in community realities, PCI co create and scale sustainable solutions to complex development problems.For more information about PCI, please visit https://www.pciglobal.in/ ABOUT THE PROJECT: PCI aims to support Bihar SRLM in transforming the livelihoods of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) women across Bihar through innovations, systems strengthening, capacity building & forging partnerships within the non-farm sector. This ambitious initiative will deploy a comprehensive strategy that operates across systemic and community level to ensure sustainable and scalable economic growth. The project is centred around two key initiatives: Didi Ki Rasoi (DKR) and PM Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) Entrepreneurs. DKR, an initiative by JEEViKA, aims to establish community-based canteens across Bihar for providing quality and hygienic food to institutions like hospitals, schools, government offices, and individual customers. Fully owned and operated by women, DKR empowers rural communities while ensuring homely, hygienic meals.The PMFME scheme, launched under the Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan, is a centrally sponsored initiative aimed at enhancing the competitiveness and formalization of India's unorganized food processing sector. Under this scheme JEEViKA is promoting individual micro-enterprises, SHGs, farmer producer organizations (FPOs), to set up enterprises by leveraging on the benefits the scheme provides. To ensure dedicated support to the above initiatives of JEEViKA, PCI would establish a Technical Support Unit (TSU), which will play a pivotal role in supporting the DKR initiative of JEEViKA and women entrepreneurs promoted under PMFME, across Bihar. The TSU will play a central role in driving the initiative forward by providing specialized technical assistance and real-time solutions tailored to the unique challenges of the program. The TSU will actively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels, including government departments and community organizations, while placing field teams for supporting PMFME entrepreneurs and for piloting new privatized business models on food enterprises (such as cloud kitchens/ restaurants/ Dhabas/ food trucks etc.) to facilitate systemic uniformity in operations across Bihar. Additionally, TSU will prioritize the institutionalization of business solution tools for DKR and foster partnerships to create a robust ecosystem of support for the initiative to thrive.3. JOB DESCRIPTION / RESPONSIBILITIES:Reporting to the Technical Support Unit (TSU) Lead, the Manager- Business Management and Marketing (MBMM) shall be responsible for driving the growth and sustainability of JEEViKAs food enterprise models, including the DKR initiative and envisaged private food enterprise models. This role requires a blend of strategic business acumen, marketing expertise, and a deep understanding of grassroots enterprise development. S/he will work closely with community organizations, stakeholders, and institutional partners to ensure operational excellence, financial viability, and market expansion of food enterprises under JEEViKA.S/he shall be responsible for building and nurturing government partnerships for enterprise promotion. The incumbent will lead capacity-building initiatives, assist in market scoping, and identify new revenue streams to support DKR businesses. S/he will be responsible for coordination with the relevant thematic verticals of the SRLM for ensuring smooth implementation of the project. The MBMM will support in enterprise identification and development by ensuring on-ground engagement on regular basis with SHG women. S/he will be responsible for ensuring business viability for DKRs in both public procurement and privatized models.Key Roles and Responsibilities:(A) Project Implementation & Business Management(1) Project Planning & Management(1) Conduct needs assessments to identify challenges and opportunities for rural food business models apart from DKR;(2) Identify and manage specialist partners that would support Women-owned food enterprises to build the required business and technical skills;(3) Ensure efficient budgeting of the project expenditures. (2) Business Development & Management(1) Develop and implement strategic business plans for DKRs and private food enterprises to ensure long-term sustainability and profitability; (2) Monitor and manage financial performance, including budgeting, cost optimization, and revenue generation for minimum 10 DKRs to set standards of practice;(3) Lead in establishing at least 10 private food enterprises on different models across few blocks of Bihar;(4) Identify and mitigate risks associated with food enterprise operations, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and quality standards;(5) Build operational frameworks and tools to enhance productivity and efficiency across food enterprise units across Bihar.(3) Marketing Strategy Development(1) Conduct market research to identify trends, consumer preferences, and potential opportunities for diversification and scaling within food business; (2) Design and implement marketing plans to promote privatized food enterprise models; (3) Identify and develop unique value propositions for women owned kitchens to penetrate urban, rural and regional markets; (4) Develop detailed enterprise specific brand marketing strategy for DKR & PMFME supported enterprises; (5) Develop and oversee implementation of business plans. (4) Market linkages & Partnerships(1) Assist in creating market linkages government & private players, including access to local and e-market platforms such as Swiggy & Zomato; (2) Support in creating innovative rural supply chain model with women as business partners to DKRs; (3) Identify new revenue streams and opportunities for rural food enterprise models. (5) Capacity Building (1) Organize workshops and training sessions for rural women on marketing, branding, and sales strategies; (2) Provide mentorship and guidance to women-led enterprises, ensuring their active participation in decision-making processes. (B) Monitoring, Reporting & Documentation(1) Track and evaluate the impact of marketing and business development efforts on womens income and livelihoods in respect to private food enterprises;(2) Contribute to designing and finalising of state indicators & MIS and ensure timely reporting for DKR and private food models; (3) Develop and submit the progress reports as and when necessary. Other Responsibilities:To carry out any other relevant duties as required and assigned by TSU Lead. 4. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES:QualificationsApplicants must have a post-graduate degree in Business Administration, Marketing and Hotel management.Experience(1) Applicants must have minimum five years of experience of working with business management, marketing, or enterprise development, preferably in the food or FMCG sector. (2) Applicants with extensive experience of working as part of the F&B marketing, sales strategy team of leading food businesses/ companies/ franchisees will be preferred.Skills and Competencies(1) Good analytical and problem-solving skills (2) Skills in market analysis, branding, and campaign execution. (3) Proficiency in digital marketing tools and e-commerce platforms. (4) Ability to design and implement innovative marketing strategies. (5) Excellent oral and written English skills (6) Digital literacy including word processing, database systems, and PowerPoint. (7) Strong command of excel and budget management is a plus.Values(1) Excellence Quality in everything no matter how small, is paramount;(2) Respect- There is inherent value in all people for who they are and what they contribute;(3) Collaboration Only through collaboration can PCI address complex development problems;(4) Boldness Boldness requires disruptive thinking backed up by courage and conviction;(5) Creativity Creativity ensures dynamic responsiveness, relevance and impact;(6) Integrity Integrity is non-negotiable in both personal and professional domains. 5. COMPENSATION OFFERED:The gross CTC for the position is INR 1.5 lacs per month. Please note that the offer made to the selected candidate shall be commensurate with qualifications, experience, and salary history.Additional benefits provided include:(1) A warm, inclusive and happy work environment;(2) Performance driven reward mechanism;(3) Best of class benefits with competitive remunerations;(4) Health Insurance coverage for self, spouse & Children;(5) Group Terms Life Insurance and Group Accident Insurance for Self;(6) All other statutory benefits;(7) Regular recognition of performance and PCI value display in work;(8) An empowering organisation structure which values individuals skills, competencies and potential;(9) Opportunities to operate in cross functional role;(10) Higher responsibilities and larger roles are merit based;(11) Young Talent Programs for developing future leaders.(12) Leadership roles for women is encouraged and given preference in selection and training.6. LOCATION: Patna 7. REFERENCE: MBMM-PCI8. CONTACT INFORMATION:Team SAMSStrategic Alliance Management Services P Ltd.1/1B, Choudhary Hetram House, Bharat NagarNew Friends Colony, New Delhi 110 025Phone Nos.: 011- 4081 9900; 4165 36129. APPLICATION PROCESS:Eligible candidates interested in the position are requested to apply using the link https://samsstc.com/Jobs/job-description/manager-business-management-marketing-pci-india-patna/51 by or before April 05, 2025.PCI respects the diversity of its people and follows a fair, non-discriminatory approach in terms of gender, age, nationality, race, caste, religion, community, marital status, physical challenge, and sexual orientation. It promotes diversity in the workplace and ensures a culture of zero tolerance for any form of discrimination, abuse, or harassment whether sexual, physical, or psychological. PCI provides equal opportunity in recruitment, appraisals, promotion, and career progression. Its policies are fair, objective, and non-discriminatory, and everyone is expected to adhere to them. PCI is committed to prevent any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct.

1. POSITION(S) VACANT: Program lead Enterprise Promotion and Convergence , PCI India, Patna, Bihar 2. ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND:PCI India (PCI) is a registered Indian society, which has been working in India for the past 26 years. PCI drives interventions to transform the lives of communities at scale by solving complex development problems. In the past year, PCI reached more than 1.7 crore (17 million) people in 202 districts across 15 states. Vision and Mission: Vision A happy, healthy, safe and a sustainable world for all.Mission Rooted in community realities, PCI co create and scale sustainable solutions to complex development problems.For more information about PCI, please visit https://www.pciglobal.in/ ABOUT THE PROJECT:PCI aims to support Bihar SRLM in transforming the livelihoods of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) women across Bihar through innovations, systems strengthening, capacity building & forging partnerships within the non-farm sector. This ambitious initiative will deploy a comprehensive strategy that operates across systemic and community level to ensure sustainable and scalable economic growth. The project is centred around two key initiatives: Didi Ki Rasoi (DKR) and PM Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) Entrepreneurs. DKR, an initiative by JEEViKA, aims to establish community-based canteens across Bihar for providing quality and hygienic food to institutions like hospitals, schools, government offices, and individual customers. Fully owned and operated by women, DKR empowers rural communities while ensuring homely, hygienic meals.The PMFME scheme, launched under the Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan, is a centrally sponsored initiative aimed at enhancing the competitiveness and formalization of India's unorganized food processing sector. Under this scheme JEEViKA is promoting individual micro-enterprises, SHGs, farmer producer organizations (FPOs), to set up enterprises by leveraging on the benefits the scheme provides. To ensure dedicated support to the above initiatives of JEEViKA, PCI would establish a Technical Support Unit (TSU), which will play a pivotal role in supporting the DKR initiative of JEEViKA and women entrepreneurs promoted under PMFME, across Bihar. The TSU will play a central role in driving the initiative forward by providing specialized technical assistance and real-time solutions tailored to the unique challenges of the program. The TSU will actively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels, including government departments and community organizations, while placing field teams for supporting PMFME entrepreneurs and for piloting new privatized business models on food enterprises (such as cloud kitchens/ restaurants/ Dhabas/ food trucks etc.) to facilitate systemic uniformity in operations across Bihar. Additionally, TSU will prioritize the institutionalization of business solution tools for DKR and foster partnerships to create a robust ecosystem of support for the initiative to thrive.3. JOB DESCRIPTION / RESPONSIBILITIES:Reporting to the Senior Director-Strategic Partnerships & WEE, the Program Lead – Enterprise Promotion & Convergence (PL-EPC) shall be responsible for successful systemic support to DKR, fostering market convergence for PMFME for impact by working closely with JEEVIKA state team, relevant government departments, and institutional partners.S/he will support in enterprise identification and development by ensuring on-ground engagement on regular basis with field team to ensure continuous information flow with all TSU members and professionals of SRLM. One of the key deliverables will be to organise and manage continuous engagement with all state level stakeholders which would involve strategy and close monitoring to ensure smooth implementation of project.Key Roles and Responsibilities: (A) Project Planning & Management(1) Lead studies and needs assessments to identify challenges and opportunities for rural women entrepreneurs engaged in food business;(2) Develop and ensure implementation of strategies for promoting women-led food enterprises like DKR, privatized food business models, focusing on sustainability and scalability;(3) Assist in creating market linkages, including access to local, national, and digital markets;(4) Promote innovative models for value addition and branding of rural womens enterprises with focus on PMFME;(5) Conduct enterprise support training for nurturing enterprises to enable business success;(6) Ensure efficient budgeting of the project expenditures;(7) Engage with legal professionals and experts to support on formalization of DKR Apex body. (B) Business Management & Compliance Support(1) Design strategic business plans for DKRs and private food enterprises to ensure long-term sustainability and profitability;(2) Oversee and guide the team in strategic food products supply chain development for mapping DKRs and private food enterprises to PMFME enterprises for creating a long-term (3) Define monitoring matrix for managing financial performance, including budgeting, cost optimization, and revenue generation for minimum 10 DKRs to set standards of practice; (4) Oversee and guide team in establishment of at least 10 private food enterprises on different models across few blocks of Bihar;(5) Support the team on taking the identified PMFME enterprises to higher scale by facilitating credit-linked subsidies to eligible beneficiaries;(6) Track and support legal and operational compliance for DKRs Apex Body when formed. (C) Stakeholder and Partnership Management(1) Maintain excellent relationships and association with the state governmental officials to ensure that the technical support provided by the WEE team;(2) Oversee branding, digital campaigns, and partnerships with platforms like Swiggy and Zomato;(3) Work closely with the state PCI team members in addressing any requirements for the donor and other major stakeholders. (D) Reporting & Documentation(1) Finalise captured learnings, project activities and best practices for dissemination at different online and offline platforms for upkeeping projects visibility; (2) Lead the designing and finalising of state indicators and MIS and ensure timely reporting;(3) Work closely with PCI team members to produce knowledge and learning products to communicate with government, donor, partners, development agencies and civil society (4) Finalise meeting notes, draft articles, speeches, briefings, presentations, reports, documents and collated information as and when required for the national and state office (E) Donor Management and Compliance(1) Develop and submit the progress reports to and attend briefing meetings and discussions with the donor representatives;(2) Support in quality and timely completion of final deliverables;(3) Assist the donor-facing presentation and dissemination of all final products, as required. (F) Team Management(1) Provide strategic directions to the team for project delivery;(2) Provide leadership and mentorship to the team, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. Other ResponsibilitiesTo carry out any other relevant duties as required and assigned by Senior Director-Strategic Partnerships & WEE. 4. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES:QualificationsApplicants must have a post-graduate degree/ diploma in management preferably business management, hotel management. Specialization in areas such as Operations Management, Entrepreneurship, or Supply Chain Management.Experience(1) Applicants must have minimum 15 years of professional experience in managing large-scale projects related to business management, food enterprises, enterprise development;(2) Applicants must have experience in strategic planning, business modelling, and enterprise growth strategies, especially in the food/ FMCG sector; (3) Extensive experience in market linkages, supply chain management, and working with micro and small enterprises. Skills and Competencies(1) Good analytical and problem-solving skills; (2) Ability to develop and implement sustainable business models for food enterprises; (3) Strong understanding of value chain development, particularly in the food processing sector; (4) Excellent oral and written English skills; (5) Digital literacy including word processing, database systems, and PowerPoint. Strong command of excel and budget management is a plus. Values(1) Excellence – Quality in everything no matter how small, is paramount;(2) Respect- There is inherent value in all people for who they are and what they contribute;(3) Collaboration – Only through collaboration can PCI address complex development problems;(4) Boldness – Boldness requires disruptive thinking backed up by courage and conviction;(5) Creativity – Creativity ensures dynamic responsiveness, relevance and impact;(6) Integrity – Integrity is non-negotiable in both personal and professional domains. 5. COMPENSATION OFFERED: The gross CTC for the position is INR 25.20 lacs per annum. Please note that the offer made to the selected candidate shall be commensurate with qualifications, experience, and salary history. Additional benefits provided include:(1) A warm, inclusive and happy work environment;(2) Performance driven reward mechanism;(3) Best of class benefits with competitive remunerations;(4) Health Insurance coverage for self, spouse & Children;(5) Group Terms Life Insurance and Group Accident Insurance for Self;(6) All other statutory benefits;(7) Regular recognition of performance and PCI value display in work;(8) An empowering organisation structure which values individual’s skills, competencies and potential;(9) Opportunities to operate in cross functional role;(10) Higher responsibilities and larger roles are merit based;(11) Young Talent Programs for developing future leaders.(12) Leadership roles for women is encouraged and given preference in selection and training.6. LOCATION: Patna 7. REFERENCE: PL-EPC-PCI 8. CONTACT INFORMATION: Team SAMSStrategic Alliance Management Services P Ltd.1/1B, Choudhary Hetram House, Bharat NagarNew Friends Colony, New Delhi 110 025Phone Nos.: 011- 4081 9900; 4165 36129. APPLICATION PROCESS:Eligible candidates interested in the position are requested to apply using the link https://bit.ly/Apply-SAMS-TSUL-PCI by or before April 5, 2025. PCI respects the diversity of its people and follows a fair, non-discriminatory approach in terms of gender, age, nationality, race, caste, religion, community, marital status, physical challenge, and sexual orientation. It promotes diversity in the workplace and ensures a culture of zero tolerance for any form of discrimination, abuse, or harassment whether sexual, physical, or psychological. PCI provides equal opportunity in recruitment, appraisals, promotion, and career progression. Its policies are fair, objective, and non-discriminatory, and everyone is expected to adhere to them.PCI is committed to prevent any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct.

1. POSITION VACANT: Project Officer, Sightsavers India, Aurangabad, Maharashtra2. ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND: Sightsavers India has been operating for over 57 years since its establishment in 1966 in India. Throughout its history, it has made a significant impact in the field of eye health and disability inclusion. The organisation has played a crucial role in preventing avoidable blindness and promoting disability inclusion. Sightsavers India has conducted numerous eye health programs, surgeries, and treatments, reaching millions of people in need.3. JOB DESCRIPTION/ RESPONSIBILITIES:Reporting to the State Programme Lead (SPL), Maharashtra, the Project Officer (PO) will oversee project implementation across the state. S/he will manage partnerships, ensure activities align with MoUs, and collaborate with government departments and agencies at the district level for effective programme execution.The PO will support implementing partners in planning, execution, documentation, and capacity building while ensuring compliance with donor requirements, including timely and quality reporting. S/he will assist the SPL in managing state programmes efficiently, demonstrating scalable model approaches, and exploring opportunities for programme expansion and sustainability.Working within existing policy frameworks and with partners, the PO will contribute to developing and implementing high-quality, cost-effective programmes aligned with Sightsavers Indias strategic plan and national development goals. S/he will also represent Sightsavers India at the state level, engaging with stakeholders to advance its vision.Key Job Responsibilities: A. Program Implementation & Coordination(1) Ensure smooth implementation of projects as per agreements with partner organizations;(2) Work closely with government departments and other agencies at the district level;(3) Support partners in planning, execution, documentation, and capacity building;(4) Assist in developing and expanding programs for long-term sustainability;(5) Ensure compliance with program guidelines, donor requirements, and timelines. B. Monitoring & Reporting(1) Conduct regular field visits to monitor project progress and assess impact;(2) Review and ensure timely submission of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports;(3) Document best practices, lessons learned, and success stories for wider dissemination;(4) Support the preparation of government and major donor reports;(5) Ensure adherence to reporting timelines and quality standards. C. Partnership Development & Networking(1) Identify and develop strategic partnerships to enhance program impact;(2) Represent Sightsavers India in relevant forums, networks, and stakeholder meetings;(3) Support the selection and assessment of implementing partners;(4) Assist in proposal writing and development of new strategic programs;(5) Facilitate linkages between program activities and relevant government initiatives. D. Financial Oversight & Compliance(1) Monitor partner financial reports and ensure timely submission;(2) Ensure efficient utilization of project budgets and compliance with financial policies;(3) Support the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts;(4) Work closely with finance teams to ensure accountability in fund management;(5) Assist in financial reviews, audits, and necessary compliance reporting. E. Organizational Learning & Development(1) Contribute individual and country-level experiences to broader organizational learning;(2) Support policy development by sharing insights from fieldwork and program implementation;(3) Collaborate with internal teams to align programs with organizational priorities;(4) Participate in internal capacity-building initiatives and knowledge-sharing sessions;(5) Ensure documentation and dissemination of innovative program approaches for scaling up. As a dynamic organization, Sightsavers India may require flexibility in this role, with tasks subject to change. Additional responsibilities may be incorporated into the job description in consultation with the employee.4. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES:Qualification and Experience:Applicants must have a postgraduate in management, social work, public health or social sciences from any recognized university.Experience:(1) Maximum two to four years of experience in social development, preferably in the field of programme management, implementation, monitoring, documentation and working with the communities and government; (2) Fresh graduates with the relevant qualifications may also be considered, provided they demonstrate a strong understanding of the sector and a willingness to learn.(3) Experience in developing and effectively managing programme partners.(4) Prior experience working with Government/NGOs in rural and urban settings. Skills and Competencies:A. Technical Knowledge:(1) Expertise in program planning and use of tools for designing quality projects across sectors.(2) Strong knowledge of project management, budget development, monitoring, and resource management.(3) Understanding of sensitization, research, impact assessment, partnership development, and resource mobilization.B. Core Competencies:(1) Empathy and sensitivity in engaging with target beneficiaries.(2) Proven ability to identify critical programmatic issues, prioritize effectively, and take timely action.(3) Results-driven with a track record of delivering impact at scale.(4) Strong communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills.(5) Familiarity Proficiency in Marathi (reading, writing, and speaking) is mandatory.(6) Adaptability, proactiveness, and a willingness to embrace new technologies.(7) Strong skills in community mobilization and facilitation.(8) Excellent liaison and networking abilities.(9) Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.(10) Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.(11) Effective interpersonal skills.(12) Proficiency in MS Office and digital tools.5. COMPENSATION OFFERED: Gross compensation budgeted for the position ranges from INR 6.2-7 lacs per annum. Please note that the offer made to the selected candidate shall be commensurate with qualifications, experience, and salary history.6. LOCATION: Aurangabad, Maharashtra7. REFERENCE: PO-SI8. CONTACT INFORMATION:Team SAMSStrategic Alliance Management Services P Ltd.1/1B, Choudhary Hetram House, Bharat Nagar New Friends Colony, New Delhi 110 025Phone Nos.: 011- 4081 9900; 4165 36129. APPLICATION PROCESS: Eligible candidates interested in the position are requested to urgently apply. Suitable candidates are likely to be contacted almost immediately given the urgency of the requirement.

1. POSITION(S) VACANT: Associate- Business Management & Marketing (Two vacancies), Gaya (1); Darbhanga (1), Bihar, PCI India2. ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND:PCI India (PCI) is a registered Indian society, which has been working in India for the past 26 years. PCI drives interventions to transform the lives of communities at scale by solving complex development problems. In the past year, PCI reached more than 1.7 crore (17 million) people in 202 districts across 15 states.Vision and Mission:Vision A happy, healthy, safe and a sustainable world for all.Mission Rooted in community realities, PCI co create and scale sustainable solutions to complex development problems.For more information about PCI, please visit https://www.pciglobal.in/ ABOUT THE PROJECT:PCI aims to support Bihar SRLM in transforming the livelihoods of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) women across Bihar through innovations, systems strengthening, capacity building & forging partnerships within the non-farm sector. This ambitious initiative will deploy a comprehensive strategy that operates across systemic and community level to ensure sustainable and scalable economic growth. The project is centred around two key initiatives: Didi Ki Rasoi (DKR) and PM Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) Entrepreneurs.DKR, an initiative by JEEViKA, aims to establish community-based canteens across Bihar for providing quality and hygienic food to institutions like hospitals, schools, government offices, and individual customers. Fully owned and operated by women, DKR empowers rural communities while ensuring homely, hygienic meals.The PMFME scheme, launched under the Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan, is a centrally sponsored initiative aimed at enhancing the competitiveness and formalization of India's unorganized food processing sector. Under this scheme JEEViKA is promoting individual micro-enterprises, SHGs, farmer producer organizations (FPOs), to set up enterprises by leveraging on the benefits the scheme provides.To ensure dedicated support to the above initiatives of JEEViKA, PCI would establish a Technical Support Unit (TSU), which will play a pivotal role in supporting the DKR initiative of JEEViKA and women entrepreneurs promoted under PMFME, across Bihar. The TSU will play a central role in driving the initiative forward by providing specialized technical assistance and real-time solutions tailored to the unique challenges of the program. The TSU will actively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels, including government departments and community organizations, while placing field teams for supporting PMFME entrepreneurs and for piloting new privatized business models on food enterprises (such as cloud kitchens/ restaurants/ Dhabas/ food trucks etc.) to facilitate systemic uniformity in operations across Bihar. Additionally, TSU will prioritize the institutionalization of business solution tools for DKR and foster partnerships to create a robust ecosystem of support for the initiative to thrive. 3. JOB DESCRIPTION / RESPONSIBILITIES: Reporting to the Manager-Business Management & Marketing the Associate-Business Management & Marketing (ABMM) shall be responsible for supporting the TSU in implementing JEEViKAs food enterprise initiatives, including DKR and private food enterprise models. This role emphasizes field-level engagement, direct support to Self-Help Group (SHG) women, and the operational execution of innovative food enterprise models.The Associates will focus on providing on-ground assistance to ensure the growth and sustainability of JEEViKAs food enterprises. The role requires practical problem-solving, a basic understanding of marketing, and the ability to engage directly with community organizations and stakeholders. The position will be instrumental in ensuring operational efficiency, supporting financial sustainability, and driving local-level market expansion of food enterprises. Key Roles and Responsibilities: (A) On Ground Project Implementation (1) Project Implementation Planning Stage(1) Conduct need assessment on ground to identify challenges and opportunities for rural food business models apart from DKR;(2) Plan regular visits to enterprise sites to monitor performance and identify areas for improvement;(3) Ensure efficient budgeting during the planning stage for operational smoothness ahead. (2) Operational Support - Business Development & Management(1) Develop business plans for DKRs and private food enterprises to ensure long-term sustainability and profitability;(2) Monitor and manage financial performance, including budgeting, cost optimization, and revenue generation of the DKRs tagged to set standards of practice;(3) Assist in the development and implementation of operational frameworks to enhance productivity and efficiency in food enterprises;(4) Support SHG women in maintaining records, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and managing basic financial processes;(5) Help in identifying potential revenue streams and ensuring business viability for DKR in public procurement and private models;(6) Lead in establishing and operationalization of private food enterprises on different models across few blocks of Bihar;(7) Identify and mitigate risks associated with food enterprise operations, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and quality standards. (3) Market Linkages & Partnerships(1) Conduct market research to identify trends, consumer preferences, and potential opportunities for diversification and scaling within food business;(2) Execute field-level marketing activities to promote food enterprises and enhance visibility in local markets;(3) Support the creation of local supply chains and facilitate linkages with government and private sector buyers;(4) Provide assistance in building partnerships with small vendors, institutional buyers, and local distributors;(5) Identify new revenue streams and opportunities for rural food enterprise models. (4) Capacity Building(1) Conduct training sessions for SHG women on business management, marketing strategies, and customer service;(2) Build the confidence and skills of women entrepreneurs to take ownership of their enterprises. (B) Monitoring, Reporting & Documentation(1) Collect and document field-level data on enterprise performance, sales, and customer feedback;(2) Contribute to the preparation of periodic progress reports, highlighting successes, challenges, and recommendations for improvement;(3) Develop and submit the progress reports as and when necessary. Other Responsibilities:To carry out any other relevant duties as required and assigned by TSU Lead & Manager-Business Development & Marketing. 4. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES:QualificationsApplicants must have a graduate degree in Hotel Management, Business Administration, Marketing. Experience(1) Applicants must have minimum three years of experience of working in business management, marketing, or enterprise development in the food or FMCG sector.(2) Applicants must have extensive experience of working as part of the F&B marketing, sales team of leading food businesses/ companies/ franchisees. Skills and Competencies(1) Good analytical and problem-solving skills(2) Skills in market analysis, branding, and campaign execution.(3) Proficiency in digital marketing tools and e-commerce platforms.(4) Ability to design and implement innovative marketing strategies.(5) Excellent oral and written English skills(6) Digital literacy including word processing, database systems, and PowerPoint.(7) Strong command of excel and budget management is a plus. Values(1) Excellence Quality in everything no matter how small, is paramount;(2) Respect- There is inherent value in all people for who they are and what they contribute;(3) Collaboration Only through collaboration can PCI address complex development problems;(4) Boldness Boldness requires disruptive thinking backed up by courage and conviction;(5) Creativity Creativity ensures dynamic responsiveness, relevance and impact;(6) Integrity Integrity is non-negotiable in both personal and professional domains. 5. COMPENSATION OFFERED:The gross CTC for the position is INR 8.04 per annum. Please note that the offer made to the selected candidate shall be commensurate with qualifications, experience, and salary history. Additional benefits provided include:(1) A warm, inclusive and happy work environment;(2) Performance driven reward mechanism;(3) Best of class benefits with competitive remunerations;(4) Health Insurance coverage for self, spouse & Children;(5) Group Terms Life Insurance and Group Accident Insurance for Self;(6) All other statutory benefits;(7) Regular recognition of performance and PCI value display in work;(8) An empowering organisation structure which values individuals skills, competencies and potential;(9) Opportunities to operate in cross functional role;(10) Higher responsibilities and larger roles are merit based;(11) Young Talent Programs for developing future leaders.(12) Leadership roles for women is encouraged and given preference in selection and training. 6. LOCATION(s) and NUMBER Of VACANCIES: Districts of Bihar; Gaya (1); Darbhanga (1) 7. REFERENCE: ABMM-PCI 8. CONTACT INFORMATION: Team SAMSStrategic Alliance Management Services P Ltd.1/1B, Choudhary Hetram House, Bharat NagarNew Friends Colony, New Delhi 110 025Phone Nos.: 011- 4081 9900; 4165 36129. APPLICATION PROCESS: Eligible candidates interested in the position are requested to apply using the link https://samsstc.com/Jobs/job-description/associate-business-management-marketing-pci-india-darbhanga-gaya/56 by or before April 16, 2025.