Job Description VAAGDHARA Position: Decentralized Renewable Energy (DRE) Policy Researcher Employment Type: Full Time Key Responsibilities: Research energy policies that empower tribal communities to adopt renewable energy solutions, enabling self-reliance and sovereignty in energy access and usage. Document community-specific energy challenges and propose decentralized, culturally appropriate solutions that align with Swaraj and sustainable development principles. Create evidence-based reports and tools to inform policymakers about the impact of decentralized renewable energy systems on tribal livelihoods and environmental resilience. Honorarium: INR 55,000 70,000 per month (based on experience and expertise). Qualification: Master s degree in Renewable Energy, Environmental Science, or Policy Analysis, with at least 2 years of relevant research experience. Why Should You Join the VAAGDHARA Family? Stability and Benefits VAAGDHARA has a robust policy to take care of its team with various social securities, leaves, and facilities. A Unique Learning Experience VAAGDHARA always believes in evolving gender-aligned leaders through regular mentoring and capacity building at all levels, particularly among youth. It also believes in creating an environment where learning and growth are constant. You will get a very different kind of exposure from the grassroots to the United Nations regarding Swaraj and sovereignty. Role : Programme Facilitator Employment Type : Full Time (Permanent) Education : M.Sc.,MBA,MSW Languages : Hindi,English
Company Description VAAGDHARA is a non-profit organization committed to uplifting tribal communities in western India. Based on Gandhian principles of "Swaraj," or self-reliance, VAAGDHARA leverages technology to improve the lives of the underprivileged. With a successful track record spanning over two decades, VAAGDHARA has positively impacted over 130,000 families across 1,168 villages in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat. The organization focuses on True Farming for food and farming sovereignty, True Childhood through child protection programs, and True Sovereignty ensuring marginalized communities have access to entitlements and governance participation. Role Description This is a full-time on-site role for an Ecological Enterprises Facilitator located in Banswara. The Enterprises Facilitator will be responsible for engaging with local communities to develop and promote sustainable and climate resilient enterprises. Daily tasks include conducting field visits, providing training and support to community members, coordinating with stakeholders, and identifying opportunities for economic development. Additional responsibilities include monitoring and evaluating program outcomes and reporting progress to the management team. Qualifications Experience in community engagement, enterprises establishment and field visits Skills in providing training and support to community members or institutions Ability to coordinate with various stakeholders Experience in monitoring, evaluating program outcomes, and reporting Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Knowledge in sustainable development and economic growth through local livelihood interventions. Relevant educational background- post graduation in social development or work experience in social work, community development, or related fields Fluency in local languages and dialects is a plus