Designation: Program Manager - Millets, Livelihoods Location: Bangalore, Karnataka Team: Livelihoods Start Date: Immediately Experience: 8+ years
About SELCO Foundation:
SELCO Foundation is an open source, not for profit organization that engages in field-based R&D and ecosystem building for deployment of clean energy solutions that alleviate poverty in tribal, rural and urban poor areas. The organization works in collaboration with practitioners in the social sector, energy entrepreneurs, NGOs from various developmental sectors and educational institutions to link the benefits of sustainable energy to poverty eradication.
Program Overview:
The innovation and scale of climate smart technologies within the millet value chain program promotes sustainable millet-based livelihoods among rural and underserved communities. The program aims to provide mentorship, technical support, and infrastructure development to millet processing units located in the underserved regions.
Objectives of the Program:
- Enhance millet processing capabilities among rural entrepreneurs
- Facilitation of technology, clean energy and finance for decentralized millet processing units
- Foster community-led initiatives for millet-based livelihoods
Key Responsibilities:
- Operations Leadership & Partnership Management: Oversee millet program operations, optimize processes, and mentor junior team members.
- Communication and Coordination: Build relationships with stakeholders, ensure information flow, and prepare reports.
- Stakeholder Management & Partnerships: Cultivate meaningful relationships, engage stakeholders, provide support, and evaluate partnership strategies.
- Program Planning and Implementation: Develop and execute program plans, ensuring timely and effective delivery.
- Monitoring and Evaluation: Track program progress, conduct assessments, and refine strategies.
Key Requirements:
- Significant experience or interest in millet value chain, post-harvest management, and livelihood development.
- Partnership development experience (government, financial institutions).
- Project and finance management skills.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Willingness to travel (10-15 days/month).
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