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Program Associate Rural Electrification and Livelihoods

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Program Associate Rural Electrification and Livelihoods

Customized Energy Solutions

posted 6d ago

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Job Description

Eri Silk Value Chain Development : Understand the Meghalaya landscape, particularly in the Eri silk value chain across Ri-Bhoi and North Garo Hills districts. Analyse the current scenario in the Eri silk sector to identify challenges and gaps in the value chain.
Community Mobilization and Awareness for Productive Use of Renewable Energy Canter (Training canters): Conduct mobilization and awareness programs on Decentralized Renewable Energy (DRE) livelihood solutions for Eri silk spinning. Schedule and organize training sessions for women at the PUREC canter in Ri-Bhoi district. Conduct baseline surveys to understand end-user interests and collect leads for DRE livelihood solution adoption with financial inclusion.
Entrepreneurship Support : Assist existing micro-entrepreneurs in growing their businesses by identifying and addressing gaps. Provide support in cash flow management, bookkeeping, and financial literacy to enhance business operations.
Raw Material and Market Linkages : Support end users in sourcing raw materials and establishing market linkages for finished Eri silk yarn.
Capacity Building : Manage and build the capacity of local women entrepreneurs to enhance their income generation capabilities. Organize and facilitate technology training programs for community members and other stakeholders.
Documentation and Case Studies : Identify and document success stories to demonstrate the impact of DRE-driven technology as case studies for wider dissemination. Ensure seamless collection, aggregation, and analysis of program data to meet reporting requirements.
Other responsibilities: Explore new technologies and innovations to address rural development challenges in the Eri silk sector and beyond. Support project planning, execution, and reporting while ensuring alignment with overall project goals. Work closely with project teams to ensure the successful delivery of training programs and livelihood solutions.

Qualifications

Minimum of 2-4 years of work experience in community mobilization/engagement, livelihood enhancement, the Renewable Energy sector, or the development sector.
Based out of Meghalaya or prior experience working in Meghalaya with a strong understanding of grassroots communities, local languages, and livelihood practices will be preferred.
Interest in solar energy and Decentralized Renewable Energy (DRE) technologies, with a focus on projects that improve energy reliability and the quality of life for underserved communities.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders.
Analytical skills to understand and evaluate ongoing and past work under the CES CAREs initiative, including priority areas, key projects/programs, and work themes.
Willingness to learn and grow at a rapid pace, demonstrating adaptability and a steep learning curve.
Passion for working with grassroots communities and driving sustainable change.
Willingness to travel extensively, spending up to 15 days a month at project sites as required.
Knowledge of local challenges and solutions in Meghalaya, particularly in livelihood and renewable energy sectors, will be an added advantage.
Experience in facilitating community-based training and capacity-building programs.